Category Archives: Blog_Posts

• Ordering Prefabricated Ductwork, Custom Sheet Metal Fabrication, and Using the Right Terminology

  Posted on December 27, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  E.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply offers a wide variety of prefabricated HVAC ductwork for residential and commercial applications to complement our custom sheet metal fabrication services and products. Prefabricated fittings provide an economical way to keep job costs down. Many contractors opt for both, mixing custom-fabricated pieces with factory prefabricated pieces that can […]

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• Comfortable Radiant Floor Heating Options for Every Home Size and Budget

  Posted on December 8, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Cold weather is upon us and outside temperatures have begun to dip below freezing, which means floors can feel cold and uncomfortable while second stories and lofts can collect too much heat. Radiant floor heating is a form of HVAC technology that can solve many winter heating problems.   Radiant floor heating is a terrific […]

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• Residential Testing, Adjusting and Balancing Study: TAB Benefits both Customer and Contractor

  Posted on November 29, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Airflow testing and balancing, or TAB, has long been used in large commercial and industrial HVAC systems to achieve peak system performance. It is becoming increasingly popular among residential customers looking to correct low airflow issues that cause problems like inconsistent temperatures from room to room, poor indoor air quality, poor humidity control, and high […]

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• HVAC Service Callbacks: Their True Cost and What You Can Do to Prevent Them

  Posted on October 28, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  HVAC contractors know that callbacks can have a negative impact on business, but have you ever calculated how much they actually cost? At minimum, a single callback can cost hundreds of dollars, not in addition to potential damage to your business’s reputation. An unbillable return service call to correct work on a job that has […]

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• Ventilation an Important Part of HVAC

  Posted on October 5, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  As you know, HVAC stands for heating, ventilation and air conditioning, and oftentimes ventilation is overlooked by homeowners and HVAC contractors alike. Lack of proper ventilation, particularly with today’s tighter construction methods and materials, is a common problem that can cause a variety of issues related to health, comfort, and HVAC system operation. Bathroom exhaust […]

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• Goodman Air Conditioning & Heating

  Posted on September 21, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Goodman Air Conditioning & Heating, in partnership with EGIA Finance, gives HVAC contractors the opportunity to offer financing to their residential and commercial customers. E.P. Homiek Sheet Metal & HVAC Supply, a distributor of Goodman equipment, will be hosting several financing webinars in the upcoming fall and winter months to contractors who are interested in […]

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• The Art of Good Listening is Key to Your HVAC Company’s Success

  Posted on August 26, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  We can probably all agree that one of the most important qualities any HVAC business can possess is complete commitment to providing exceptional service to their customers. But what is it that makes a solid, customer-focused HVAC contractor stand out among similar competitors who share the same philosophy? Simply put, it’s the ability to listen. […]

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• Avoid Flex Duct Installation Pitfalls

  Posted on August 6, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Ease of installation is one of the primary reasons for the popularity of flexible duct in new construction HVAC systems.  Paradoxically, ease of installation is flex duct’s biggest drawback. Substandard flex duct installation is a common and widespread problem that degrades HVAC system performance. Flex duct that is properly installed according to local codes and […]

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• Win HVAC Customers’ Hearts – and Business – Through Preventive Maintenance

  Posted on July 23, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  Do you consider the HVAC service company you work for or own to be a good one? If so, you probably recognize the long-term value of a good customer in terms of potential future work. One way to establish and maintain valuable customer relationships is through HVAC preventive maintenance. There are plenty of second- and […]

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• E.P. Homiek to Host Seminars on Measuring and Ordering HVAC Ductwork

  Posted on July 9, 2021 by admin in Blog_Posts

  When it comes to HVAC duct systems, placing orders for custom-fabricated ductwork and duct fittings can sometimes be tricky, especially for HVAC technicians who are newer to the trade. E.P. Homiek’s sheet metal fabrication team always works diligently to guide our customers through the ordering process to ensure the final product is exactly what is […]

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