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• Accurate Refrigerant Line Sizing and Design are Critical for Proper A/C System Operation

  Posted on August 14, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  As a New Jersey HVAC supplier for over 35 years, E.P. Homiek has sold countless refrigerant line sets to our contractors. We’ve also heard plenty of stories of compressor burnouts, poor system performance, and warranty disputes due to incorrect refrigerant line sizing and design. Case in point: We recently heard about a warranty dispute that […]

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• MERV: Understanding Filter Efficiency Ratings

  Posted on July 21, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  MERV Rating (Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value) is a standard set by ANSI/ASHRAE that is used to measure the overall efficiency of an air filter. MERV values range from 1-16, with 16 representing the highest MERV possible in filters that are not HEPA or ULPA. Higher MERV values capture a greater percentage of airborne contaminants, with […]

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• Scope of Work for Residential Air Balancing

  Posted on June 28, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Airflow testing and balancing (TAB) is a final check and adjustment that proves quality design, installation, and performance of an HVAC system. When a qualified air balancer is hired to balance a new home, they first review the HVAC design drawings and make any necessary observations that may assist in the TAB effort. This is […]

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• Fire Damper Installation Basics

  Posted on June 14, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  The purpose of a fire-rated wall or ceiling is to prevent the spread of fire and smoke. Whenever there is any penetration of a fire barrier, which can include ductwork, electrical conduit, plumbing, and refrigeration lines, the integrity of the wall must be maintained. In general, fire dampers are required where air ducts penetrate a […]

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• Sealing Duct Leaks Maximizes HVAC System Efficiency

  Posted on May 31, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Identifying and sealing duct leaks is one of the best things you can do to increase HVAC system efficiency and decrease energy consumption. While it’s impossible to achieve a 100% leak-free system, duct systems commonly lose as much as 30% of conditioned air, so it’s important to minimize duct leakage as much as possible. Here […]

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• Universal Spare Parts are Essential to a Profitable HVAC Parts Management System

  Posted on May 3, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  One of the key ways an HVAC service company can keep their overhead low and customer satisfaction high is to stock universal replacement parts. The clock starts ticking the moment an HVAC service technician arrives onsite, and the ready availability of any parts they’ll need helps keep these service calls efficient and profitable. Stocking multiple […]

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• E.P. Homiek Emergency Duct Fabrication

  Posted on April 12, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  On a Friday afternoon just before a three-day holiday weekend, E.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply received a call from an HVAC contractor who found himself in dire straits. Closings for two large new Jersey Shore homes were approaching quickly, and the builder needed the HVAC systems to be completed as soon as possible […]

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• Is UV-C a Good Choice for Residential Systems?

  Posted on March 27, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Over the past several decades, ultraviolet light, or UV-C, has emerged as a highly effective method of eliminating microbial growth in HVAC systems. It was primarily used in commercial air handlers for many years, but the pandemic raised awareness of its efficacy as a germicide and its popularity is steadily rising in residential and light […]

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• ECM Motors in HVAC are Proven to be Far Superior, But They Can’t Solve Every Problem

  Posted on March 9, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  When the U.S. Department of Energy’s Fan Furnace Efficiency Rating (FER) went into effect in 2019, HVAC equipment manufacturers made the shift from PSC to ECM, or electronically commutated, motors in all new units. ECM motors are substantially more energy-efficient than PSCs, and the DOE estimates that the switchover to ECMs will save more than […]

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• Think Ahead to the Summer Cooling Season: 8 Tips to Make Your HVAC Company More Profitable

  Posted on February 23, 2023 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Now that it’s almost March, it’s time for HVAC contractors to start thinking about cooling season. Smart contractors start preparing for summer now, even though the weather is still a bit cold and gray. Here are some important things you might want to consider: Supply chain issues with HVAC parts and equipment that are typically […]

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