Brian Nagle True Mechanical Corp 12/30/2016 11:30AM
When you live in such a volatile winter climate, having a furnace breakdown is much more than an inconvenience—it’s an emergency. Fortunately, you have our team on your side to help resolve any gas or electric heating system issue you may run into.
We’ll help get your furnace get back to working as effectively and efficiently as possible. We also can recommend high efficiency replacement systems if your's has reached the end of its lifespan. How can you tell if your furnace is in trouble, though?
Your Furnace no longer sufficiently heats Your Home
One sign of needing repairs or replacement is your heater isn’t working adequately. When you are spending more money to heat your home with a system that can’t heat the way it used to.There are a several different reasons this may be happening, which we’ll be happy to go over with you.
You’re Getting Hot and Cold Spots in Your Home
Have you noticed cold spots in various rooms, even with the heating running? It’s time to seek a professional evaluation if this is happening. There may be several causes, especially if your system is zoned. if your system is older than 15 years or you have had visits from animals where ductwork is, your ductwork may have been breached or simply, leaking.
Your energy bills and usage is getting higher
Are your energy bills significantly higher than they have been in recent memory? If it’s much colder this winter than it has been in the past few years, that's one reason. If not, and you are using your furnace or boiler much more than you were, there should be no reason for this. A simple reason, may be a clogged filter, or it may be something more serious. The older the system gets, the harder it has to work to maintain temperature, with resulting higher heating bills for you.
The easiest way to solve your heating system issues, in Smithtown, NY , contact Brian Nagle at True Mechanical Corp and we’ll put your problem behind you!
Call us for a free estimate today. .
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of air conditioning and heating.
We offer affordable air conditioner service,calls and hvac service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on ac air conditioning and furnace system replacements. True Mechanical is over 40 years in business and with over 100,000 air conditioners and heating and air installations on Long Island.
Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, 20 Feldland Street Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
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Friday, December 30, 2016
Wednesday, December 28, 2016
Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling in HVAC.
Brian Nagle December 28, 2016 12:00 PM
The atmosphere in the trades is changing quickly. A great article by Nicole Krawcke in one of our trades publications, ACHRNEWS from December 19th, talks about the changing landscape and the opportunity that presents. http://www.achrnews.com/articles/134049-women-shattering-hvacs-glass-ceiling
Nicole Krawcke is Business Management Editor. She can be contacted at 248-244-6475 or nicolekrawcke@achrnews.com. Nicole is responsible for covering a range of business management topics in relation to the HVAC industry, producing the monthly contractor profile feature, and running the annual Best Contractor to Work For contest. She has five years of writing and editing experience and holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Michigan State University.
As we have seen technology change the type of jobs available, one area where a profound need for skilled employees is in the trades. Equipment is being developed that is ever more sophisticated, fewer people are entering trade schools for training, existing employees are retiring and the need for qualified loyal employees is as great as ever. The heating and air conditioning business is looking for more employees to meet the ever growing demand.
Call us for a free estimate today. .
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of air conditioning and heating.
We offer affordable air conditioner service,calls and hvac service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on ac air conditioning and furnace system replacements. True Mechanical is over 40 years in business and with over 100,000 air conditioners and heating and air installations on Long Island.
Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, 20 Feldland Street Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
IAQ, air con, furnace, HVAC. heat pump, ductless, AFUE, Trane, Allergy, Humidifiers, Furnace, Steam Humidifier , Aprilaire, Honeywell, Seaford Massapequa Merrick Bellmore Wantagh, HVAC Boilers Gas Heating Equipment Sears, Home Depot, Lowes, PC Richard's Air Conditioning Installation, Rheem, Mitsubishi, Daikin, Carrier, Bryant, Goodman, Lennox, York,
The atmosphere in the trades is changing quickly. A great article by Nicole Krawcke in one of our trades publications, ACHRNEWS from December 19th, talks about the changing landscape and the opportunity that presents. http://www.achrnews.com/articles/134049-women-shattering-hvacs-glass-ceiling
Nicole Krawcke is Business Management Editor. She can be contacted at 248-244-6475 or nicolekrawcke@achrnews.com. Nicole is responsible for covering a range of business management topics in relation to the HVAC industry, producing the monthly contractor profile feature, and running the annual Best Contractor to Work For contest. She has five years of writing and editing experience and holds a bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Michigan State University.
As we have seen technology change the type of jobs available, one area where a profound need for skilled employees is in the trades. Equipment is being developed that is ever more sophisticated, fewer people are entering trade schools for training, existing employees are retiring and the need for qualified loyal employees is as great as ever. The heating and air conditioning business is looking for more employees to meet the ever growing demand.
Call us for a free estimate today. .
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of air conditioning and heating.
We offer affordable air conditioner service,calls and hvac service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on ac air conditioning and furnace system replacements. True Mechanical is over 40 years in business and with over 100,000 air conditioners and heating and air installations on Long Island.
Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, 20 Feldland Street Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
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Tuesday, December 27, 2016
Have you Noticed Nose Bleeds in the past few days ?
Brian Nagle December 27, 2016 1:22pm
The first step is to measure your humidity. When the outside temperature drops below 30F the inside air gets much drier, leading to nose bleeds, static shock, feeling colder with the thermostat raised. This is generally a symptom of too little humidity. The final step is to choose the right solution In previous decades, we used to fill pans up with water and put them on top of near the radiators to add moisture to the rooms, or purchase small individual room humidifiers. Partially effective, but high maintenance, While you can still do either of the above, the wiser choice is to add a whole home humidifier to provide the proper level of moisture. Aprilaire makes great whole home humidifiers, with models built for every type of heating application. .
There are benefits beyond the obvious. Installing a whole house humidifier into your home can help you in many ways:
Your Health
Many allergens and viruses grow in lower-humidity environments, which contributes to the flu, colds, and other respiratory issues. And a lack of humidity creating an very dry home can make people more likely to catching an infection..Adding moisture (humidity) into your home can reduce the risk of catching one of these diseases.
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Your home’s Preservation
A dry home can cause damage to many in home items; starting with wood doors, floors, cabinets, furniture, pianos and guitars, sensitive electronics. A sensible investment generating the proper levels of humidity will save you thousands later.
Utility cost savings
Proper levels of humidity will allow you to lower your thermostat without feeling any discomfort. Estimates are for every 1 degree you can lower your thermostat, you are saving almost 4%.on heating costs.
These whole home systems are now available for hydronic heat, forced air heat, radiant heat, baseboard and radiators. So many reason to install.
Please take a look at the short video we have included.
Call us for a free estimate today. .
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
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Friday, December 23, 2016
In the Loop?
Brian Nagle True Mechanical Corp December 23, 2016 9:20 AM,
Are You in the Loop? Geothermal Open Loop vs. Closed Loop Systems Going green and eliminating fossil fuel systems.
One of the earliest considerations for your Geo thermal System is Open vs Closed Loop. There are significant distinctions in the installation and operating costs of each.
Closed Loop System
A closed loop system is like it sounds: Consists of underground piping loops that are filled with a liquid slurry similar to a dense anti-freeze that transfers the temperature of the ground 53-55F to the geothermal heat pump system. Closed ground loop systems are typically installed vertically or horizontally depending on the yard size. A vertical ground loop is the most common installation on Long Island as it requires minimal space. Our drilling contractor drills the boreholes which run about 5 inch in diameter to fit the necessary piping to a depth of 200-500 feet. Some rural homes with much larger yards have the acreage to install horizontal loop system.
Open Loop System
The primary difference between open and closed looped systems is the use of ground water. An open loop system although less expensive, is less common, and requires an ample source of ground water. An open loop system is connected directly to a ground water source such as a well or pond and directly pumps the water into a building to the heat pump unit where it is used for heating and cooling. Although The installation cost of an open loop geothermal system is less expensive to drill, areas of Long island typically have a high mineral content which contributes to a higher frequency of maintenance of the pumps.
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
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Thursday, December 22, 2016
5 ways to not go broke this winter.
Brian Nagle 12/22/2016 1:15 PM
5 Ways to get through the next 100 days without going broke.
5 ways to save on your heating costs starting today
It's officially winter and the majority of the country has already seen colder weather than normal. The next 100 days doesn't look so warm either.
What to do to stay warm without going broke? Five ideas to put to work now:
1) Check your filters. if they are dirty change them. Clogged filters cause your equipment to run more often (cycle) than it should.
2) Have your equipment professionally tuned up. Like any mechanical equipment the better tuned the less fuel is required to gain maximum performance.
3) On sunny days, open the blinds and curtains to let the sun in. If the front of your home has a southerly orientation, (faces south) you can gain a lot of warmth during the day light hours. After sundown, close the blinds, drapes and curtains to minimize heat loss.
4) Check the drafts around windows and doorways to see where you are losing heat. You can check with a simple test. Light a candle near the window, door, etc, and see how the flame moves. If it moves towards the window, seal that up with caulking or a covering to stop the air leaking out. Any air leakage is simply wasted fuel dollars.
5) Increase the humidity. Humidity levels of 40-50% allow you to lower the thermostat setting without feeling deprived and uncomfortable (too cold). Along these lines, add a layer or two of clothing, so you don't feel the lower temperature.
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
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Wednesday, December 21, 2016
How to Tell If You Need to Improve Your Homes Indoor Air Quality
How to Tell If You Need to Improve Your Homes Indoor Air Quality
According to the EPA almost 90% of our lives are spent indoors, including the office and in your own Long Island home. Much of our exposure to airborne contaminants happens indoors. Indoor Air is typically 2 to 5 times more contaminated than outside air. Your home’s indoor air quality is essential for better health. What should you look for that will signal a need to improve your indoor air quality?
How You Feel when you wake up.
There are a number of physical symptoms of bad indoor air quality in Bohemia, such as: lethargy, headaches, congestion, coughing,sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes to name a few. Symptoms may be mistaken for allergies or a cold. If your symptoms seem to lessen or go away altogether when you’re outside of the house, it might be an indoor air quality issue.
Dryness affects your home as well.
Carpet odors, dry and cracking wood floor,doors,and cabinets also tell you the air in your environment is much too dry.
If you have these issues in your home, installing a humidifier can make a world of difference. It goes without saying, a whole home solution is the best solution. Having a professional HVAC company such as True Mechanical Corp. install the system will ensure the proper system is chosen for your home. Many homes have central heating and air systems with the indoor unit being in the attic. This takes the proper knowledge to humidify using existing ductwork to get the job done correctly. We also have the industry-leading air purification system that combats air pollution originating ndoors.
Your home comfort and your health are important to True Mechanical Corporation located in Bohemia. Our sales and service experts can discuss all of the choices available to improve your indoor air quality and keep you breathing healthy air. easy. We are ready to answer any questions you might have,simply call us at 631-563-1298 or visit our website at www.truemech.com to schedule an appointment.
Call us for a free estimate today.
According to the EPA almost 90% of our lives are spent indoors, including the office and in your own Long Island home. Much of our exposure to airborne contaminants happens indoors. Indoor Air is typically 2 to 5 times more contaminated than outside air. Your home’s indoor air quality is essential for better health. What should you look for that will signal a need to improve your indoor air quality?
How You Feel when you wake up.
There are a number of physical symptoms of bad indoor air quality in Bohemia, such as: lethargy, headaches, congestion, coughing,sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes to name a few. Symptoms may be mistaken for allergies or a cold. If your symptoms seem to lessen or go away altogether when you’re outside of the house, it might be an indoor air quality issue.
Dryness affects your home as well.
Carpet odors, dry and cracking wood floor,doors,and cabinets also tell you the air in your environment is much too dry.
If you have these issues in your home, installing a humidifier can make a world of difference. It goes without saying, a whole home solution is the best solution. Having a professional HVAC company such as True Mechanical Corp. install the system will ensure the proper system is chosen for your home. Many homes have central heating and air systems with the indoor unit being in the attic. This takes the proper knowledge to humidify using existing ductwork to get the job done correctly. We also have the industry-leading air purification system that combats air pollution originating ndoors.
Your home comfort and your health are important to True Mechanical Corporation located in Bohemia. Our sales and service experts can discuss all of the choices available to improve your indoor air quality and keep you breathing healthy air. easy. We are ready to answer any questions you might have,simply call us at 631-563-1298 or visit our website at www.truemech.com to schedule an appointment.
Call us for a free estimate today.
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
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Tuesday, December 20, 2016
How to make it Through to Spring
Brian Nagle 12/20/2017 10:57 AM
How to Stay safe and healthy this frigid Winter
Winter storms and cold temperatures can be hazardous. Stay safe and healthy by planning. Prepare your home, car, prepare for power outages and being outdoors.
Storms can gain in intensity quickly, especially near oceans and large bodies of water.
Although winter comes as no surprise, many of us are not ready for its arrival. If you are prepared for the hazards of winter, you will be more likely to stay safe and healthy when temperatures start to fall.
Make these preparations for your home. Many people prefer to remain indoors in the winter, but IAQ Indoor Air Quality is definitely no guarantee of safety. Take the following precautions to keep your home safe and warm during the winter months.
How to Stay safe and healthy this frigid Winter
Winter storms and cold temperatures can be hazardous. Stay safe and healthy by planning. Prepare your home, car, prepare for power outages and being outdoors.
Storms can gain in intensity quickly, especially near oceans and large bodies of water.
Although winter comes as no surprise, many of us are not ready for its arrival. If you are prepared for the hazards of winter, you will be more likely to stay safe and healthy when temperatures start to fall.
Make these preparations for your home. Many people prefer to remain indoors in the winter, but IAQ Indoor Air Quality is definitely no guarantee of safety. Take the following precautions to keep your home safe and warm during the winter months.
Winterize your home.
Have your heating system inspected and serviced professionally to make sure that it is clean, working properly, and ventilated to the outside.
Inspect and clean fireplaces and chimneys.
Change your Filters
Change your carbon monoxide batteries
Install carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors if you dont have them already
Install a CO detector to alert you of the presence of the deadly, odorless, colorless gas. Check batteries when you change your clocks in the fall and spring.
Learn symptoms of CO poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion.
Install weather stripping, insulation, and storm windows.
Insulate water lines that run along exterior walls.
Clean out gutters and repair roof leaks.
Have a safe alternate heating source and alternate fuels available.
Dress in layers, dress warmly, wear appropriate outdoor clothing: layers of light, warm clothing; mittens; hats; scarves; and waterproof boots.
When making your travel plans, be aware of current and forecast weather conditions.
Don’t Forget to Prepare Your Car for cold weather use before winter arrives.
Service the radiator and maintain antifreeze level; check tire tread or, if necessary, replace tires with all-weather or snow tires.
Keep gas tank full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.
Use a wintertime formula in your windshield washer.
Prepare a winter emergency kit to keep in your car in case you become stranded. The kit should include:
cell phone, portable charger, and extra batteries;
blankets;
food and water;
booster cables, flares, tire pump, and a bag of sand or cat litter (for traction);
compass and maps;
flashlight, battery-powered radio, and extra batteries;
first-aid kit; and
plastic bags (for sanitation).
Equip in Advance for Emergencies
Be prepared for weather-related emergencies, including power outages.
Wear appropriate outdoor clothing: wear a tightly woven, preferably wind-resistant coat or jacket; inner layers of light, warm clothing; mittens; hats; scarves; and waterproof boots.
Sprinkle cat litter or sand on icy patches.
Learn safety precautions to follow when outdoors.
Work slowly when doing outside chores.
Take a buddy and an emergency kit when you are participating in outdoor recreation.
Carry a cell phone.
Do This When You Plan to Travel
When planning travel, be aware of current and forecast weather conditions.
No one can stop the effects of winter. When you follow these suggestions, you will at least be ready for it when it comes.
Inspect and clean fireplaces and chimneys.
Change your Filters
Change your carbon monoxide batteries
Install carbon Monoxide and smoke detectors if you dont have them already
Install a CO detector to alert you of the presence of the deadly, odorless, colorless gas. Check batteries when you change your clocks in the fall and spring.
Learn symptoms of CO poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, upset stomach, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion.
Install weather stripping, insulation, and storm windows.
Insulate water lines that run along exterior walls.
Clean out gutters and repair roof leaks.
Have a safe alternate heating source and alternate fuels available.
Dress in layers, dress warmly, wear appropriate outdoor clothing: layers of light, warm clothing; mittens; hats; scarves; and waterproof boots.
When making your travel plans, be aware of current and forecast weather conditions.
Don’t Forget to Prepare Your Car for cold weather use before winter arrives.
Service the radiator and maintain antifreeze level; check tire tread or, if necessary, replace tires with all-weather or snow tires.
Keep gas tank full to avoid ice in the tank and fuel lines.
Use a wintertime formula in your windshield washer.
Prepare a winter emergency kit to keep in your car in case you become stranded. The kit should include:
cell phone, portable charger, and extra batteries;
blankets;
food and water;
booster cables, flares, tire pump, and a bag of sand or cat litter (for traction);
compass and maps;
flashlight, battery-powered radio, and extra batteries;
first-aid kit; and
plastic bags (for sanitation).
Equip in Advance for Emergencies
Be prepared for weather-related emergencies, including power outages.
Wear appropriate outdoor clothing: wear a tightly woven, preferably wind-resistant coat or jacket; inner layers of light, warm clothing; mittens; hats; scarves; and waterproof boots.
Sprinkle cat litter or sand on icy patches.
Learn safety precautions to follow when outdoors.
Work slowly when doing outside chores.
Take a buddy and an emergency kit when you are participating in outdoor recreation.
Carry a cell phone.
Do This When You Plan to Travel
When planning travel, be aware of current and forecast weather conditions.
No one can stop the effects of winter. When you follow these suggestions, you will at least be ready for it when it comes.
Monday, December 19, 2016
Winter is here with a vengeance
Brian Nagle December 19, 2016 10:58 AM EST
How to Tell if Your Home is too dry
Look for dry air in your home with these symptoms: Dry, cracking skin on hands and feet,Frequently Chapped lips,Dry Sinuses ,Sinus headaches, Bloody nose, Needing to use lotion on your skin, eczema breakouts
Your home breathes as we do as well. Cracking paint, doors wood cabinets and wall paper are affected by humidity levels as well. Even your wood floors and crown mouldings are affected by humidity levels.
The colder the temperature the more humidity levels are an issue.
How to solve the humidity issue. Install a humidifier. There are many brands and many choices of applications to increase the humidity.
How to choose? Portable single units cost less but don’t as good a job in allowing proper control of the amount of humidity. These generally need to be cleaned often. Dampness within the humidifier can be growing place for mold and mildew if not properly maintained.
A central or steam humidifier, whole home solution is a bigger investment, but does a much better job of controlling the correct level of humidity. Humidity is like a gas spreading throughout your home. The humidifier if sized correctly, will disperse humidity throughout the home.
Whether you need to know more about humidifiers or have other HVAC problems that need solving in your Long Island or Smithtown -area home, we’re here to help. Contact Brian Nagle at True Mechanical Corporation today. www.truemech.com brian@truemech.com 631-563-1298
We build customer relationships for life.
How to Tell if Your Home is too dry
Look for dry air in your home with these symptoms: Dry, cracking skin on hands and feet,Frequently Chapped lips,Dry Sinuses ,Sinus headaches, Bloody nose, Needing to use lotion on your skin, eczema breakouts
Your home breathes as we do as well. Cracking paint, doors wood cabinets and wall paper are affected by humidity levels as well. Even your wood floors and crown mouldings are affected by humidity levels.
The colder the temperature the more humidity levels are an issue.
How to solve the humidity issue. Install a humidifier. There are many brands and many choices of applications to increase the humidity.
How to choose? Portable single units cost less but don’t as good a job in allowing proper control of the amount of humidity. These generally need to be cleaned often. Dampness within the humidifier can be growing place for mold and mildew if not properly maintained.
A central or steam humidifier, whole home solution is a bigger investment, but does a much better job of controlling the correct level of humidity. Humidity is like a gas spreading throughout your home. The humidifier if sized correctly, will disperse humidity throughout the home.
Whether you need to know more about humidifiers or have other HVAC problems that need solving in your Long Island or Smithtown -area home, we’re here to help. Contact Brian Nagle at True Mechanical Corporation today. www.truemech.com brian@truemech.com 631-563-1298
We build customer relationships for life.
Saturday, December 17, 2016
Realtors, Builders Homeowners Solar Read This.
Brian Nagle December 17, 2016 2:35 EST
For realtors and builders, your customers now have a low cost alternative for heating and cooling homes. If your customers have solar with batteries, they now make central HVAC inverter heat pumps with coverage down to zero degrees. These Heat pumps use 65% less electric than traditional HVAC systems. Check out our blog entries at www.truemech.com. For additional information and short video links as well as Geo-thermal information email me at brian@truemech.com. If you are in southeastern New York State call me for a free in home analysis. 631-563-1298 www.truemech.com.
Call us for a free estimate today.
For realtors and builders, your customers now have a low cost alternative for heating and cooling homes. If your customers have solar with batteries, they now make central HVAC inverter heat pumps with coverage down to zero degrees. These Heat pumps use 65% less electric than traditional HVAC systems. Check out our blog entries at www.truemech.com. For additional information and short video links as well as Geo-thermal information email me at brian@truemech.com. If you are in southeastern New York State call me for a free in home analysis. 631-563-1298 www.truemech.com.
Call us for a free estimate today.
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
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Friday, December 16, 2016
Are you ready for Winter,
Brian Nagle December 16, 2017 10:15 AM
This is from the good folks at Channel 13, WTHR in Indianapolis. Pay especially close attention to winterizing your home and Carbon Monoxide Co poisoning. check out the link below.
http://www.wthr.com/article/preparing-for-bitter-cold-temperatures
If you are on Long island we have many resources available to assist you. If your heating system in Nassau, Suffolk, Seaford, Bohemia, Massapequa, Commack, Holbrook, needs repair or replacement, call me for a free evaluation. brian@truemech.com
631-563-1298 www.truemech.com
Call us for a free estimate today.
This is from the good folks at Channel 13, WTHR in Indianapolis. Pay especially close attention to winterizing your home and Carbon Monoxide Co poisoning. check out the link below.
http://www.wthr.com/article/preparing-for-bitter-cold-temperatures
If you are on Long island we have many resources available to assist you. If your heating system in Nassau, Suffolk, Seaford, Bohemia, Massapequa, Commack, Holbrook, needs repair or replacement, call me for a free evaluation. brian@truemech.com
631-563-1298 www.truemech.com
Call us for a free estimate today.
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
IAQ, AFUE, Allergy, Humidifiers, Furnace, Steam Humidifier , Aprilaire, Honeywell, Seaford Massapequa Merrick Bellmore Wantagh, HVAC Boilers Gas Heating Equipment Sears, Home Depot, Lowes, PC Richard's Air Conditioning Installation Trane, Rheem, Mitsubishi, Daikin, Carrier, Bryant, Goodman, Lennox, York,
Thursday, December 15, 2016
How to Save 10% on Your heating Costs without changing your system
Brian Nagle December 15, 2016
Reasons to use a programmable thermostat
From DOE Website Article
You can save money on your heating and cooling bills by simply resetting your thermostat when you are asleep or away from home. You can do this automatically without sacrificing comfort by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat.
Using a programmable thermostat, you can adjust the times you turn on the heating or air-conditioning according to a pre-set schedule. Programmable thermostats can store and repeat multiple daily settings (six or more temperature settings a day) that you can manually override without affecting the rest of the daily or weekly program.
GENERAL THERMOSTAT OPERATION
You can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by simply turning your thermostat back 7°-10°F for 8 hours a day from its normal setting. The percentage of savings from setback is greater for buildings in milder climates than for those in more severe climates.
You can easily save energy in the winter by setting the thermostat to 68°F while you're awake and setting it lower while you're asleep or away from home.
In the summer, you can follow the same strategy with central air conditioning by keeping your house warmer than normal when you are away, and setting the thermostat to 78°F (26°C) only when you are at home and need cooling. Set your thermostat at as high a temperature as comfortably possible and ensure humidity control if needed. The smaller the difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, the lower your overall cooling bill will be.
Although thermostats can be adjusted manually, programmable thermostats will avoid any discomfort by returning temperatures to normal before you wake or return home.
Avoid setting your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on your air conditioner. It will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and, therefore, unnecessary expense. A common misconception associated with thermostats is that a furnace works harder than normal to warm the space back to a comfortable temperature after the thermostat has been set back, resulting in little or no savings. In fact, as soon as your house drops below its normal temperature, it will lose energy to the surrounding environment more slowly. The lower the interior temperature, the slower the heat loss. So the longer your house remains at the lower temperature, the more energy you save, because your house has lost less energy than it would have at the higher temperature. The same concept applies to raising your thermostat setting in the summer -- a higher interior temperature will slow the flow of heat into your house, saving energy on air conditioning. Check out our home heating infographic to learn more about how heating systems and thermostats interact.
LIMITATIONS FOR HOMES WITH HEAT PUMPS, ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEATING, STEAM HEAT, AND RADIANT FLOOR HEATING
Programmable thermostats are generally not recommended for heat pumps. In its cooling mode, a heat pump operates like an air conditioner, so turning up the thermostat (either manually or with a programmable thermostat) will save energy and money. But when a heat pump is in its heating mode, setting back its thermostat can cause the unit to operate inefficiently, thereby canceling out any savings achieved by lowering the temperature setting. Maintaining a moderate setting is the most cost-effective practice. Recently, however, some companies have begun selling specially designed programmable thermostats for heat pumps, which make setting back the thermostat cost-effective. These thermostats typically use special algorithms to minimize the use of backup electric resistance heat systems.
Electric resistance systems, such as electric baseboard heating, require thermostats capable of directly controlling 120-volt or 240-volt circuits. Only a few companies manufacture line-voltage programmable thermostats.
The slow response time -- up to several hours -- of steam heating and radiant floor heating systems leads some people to suggest that setback is inappropriate for these systems. However, some manufacturers now offer thermostats that track the performance of your heating system to determine when to turn it on in order to achieve comfortable temperatures at your programmed time.
Alternately, a normal programmable thermostat can be set to begin its cool down well before you leave or go to bed and return to its regular temperature two or three hours before you wake up or return home. This may require some guesswork at first, but with a little trial and error you can still save energy while maintaining a comfortable home.
CHOOSING AND PROGRAMMING A PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTAT
Most programmable thermostats are either digital, electromechanical, or some mixture of the two. Digital thermostats offer the most features in terms of multiple setback settings, overrides, and adjustments for daylight savings time, but may be difficult for some people to program. Electromechanical systems often involve pegs or sliding bars and are relatively simple to program.
When programming your thermostat, consider when you normally go to sleep and wake up. If you prefer to sleep at a cooler temperature during the winter, you might want to start the temperature setback a bit ahead of the time you actually go to bed. Also consider the schedules of everyone in the household. If there is a time during the day when the house is unoccupied for four hours or more, it makes sense to adjust the temperature during those periods.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
The location of your thermostat can affect its performance and efficiency. Read the manufacturer's installation instructions to prevent "ghost readings" or unnecessary furnace or air conditioner cycling. To operate properly, a thermostat must be on an interior wall away from direct sunlight, drafts, doorways, skylights, and windows. It should be located where natural room air currents–warm air rising, cool air sinking–occur. Furniture will block natural air movement, so do not place pieces in front of or below your thermostat. Also make sure your thermostat is conveniently located for programming.
Credit to the department of energy for this article
Call us for a free estimate today.
Reasons to use a programmable thermostat
From DOE Website Article
You can save money on your heating and cooling bills by simply resetting your thermostat when you are asleep or away from home. You can do this automatically without sacrificing comfort by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat.
Using a programmable thermostat, you can adjust the times you turn on the heating or air-conditioning according to a pre-set schedule. Programmable thermostats can store and repeat multiple daily settings (six or more temperature settings a day) that you can manually override without affecting the rest of the daily or weekly program.
GENERAL THERMOSTAT OPERATION
You can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by simply turning your thermostat back 7°-10°F for 8 hours a day from its normal setting. The percentage of savings from setback is greater for buildings in milder climates than for those in more severe climates.
You can easily save energy in the winter by setting the thermostat to 68°F while you're awake and setting it lower while you're asleep or away from home.
In the summer, you can follow the same strategy with central air conditioning by keeping your house warmer than normal when you are away, and setting the thermostat to 78°F (26°C) only when you are at home and need cooling. Set your thermostat at as high a temperature as comfortably possible and ensure humidity control if needed. The smaller the difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, the lower your overall cooling bill will be.
Although thermostats can be adjusted manually, programmable thermostats will avoid any discomfort by returning temperatures to normal before you wake or return home.
Avoid setting your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on your air conditioner. It will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and, therefore, unnecessary expense. A common misconception associated with thermostats is that a furnace works harder than normal to warm the space back to a comfortable temperature after the thermostat has been set back, resulting in little or no savings. In fact, as soon as your house drops below its normal temperature, it will lose energy to the surrounding environment more slowly. The lower the interior temperature, the slower the heat loss. So the longer your house remains at the lower temperature, the more energy you save, because your house has lost less energy than it would have at the higher temperature. The same concept applies to raising your thermostat setting in the summer -- a higher interior temperature will slow the flow of heat into your house, saving energy on air conditioning. Check out our home heating infographic to learn more about how heating systems and thermostats interact.
LIMITATIONS FOR HOMES WITH HEAT PUMPS, ELECTRIC RESISTANCE HEATING, STEAM HEAT, AND RADIANT FLOOR HEATING
Programmable thermostats are generally not recommended for heat pumps. In its cooling mode, a heat pump operates like an air conditioner, so turning up the thermostat (either manually or with a programmable thermostat) will save energy and money. But when a heat pump is in its heating mode, setting back its thermostat can cause the unit to operate inefficiently, thereby canceling out any savings achieved by lowering the temperature setting. Maintaining a moderate setting is the most cost-effective practice. Recently, however, some companies have begun selling specially designed programmable thermostats for heat pumps, which make setting back the thermostat cost-effective. These thermostats typically use special algorithms to minimize the use of backup electric resistance heat systems.
Electric resistance systems, such as electric baseboard heating, require thermostats capable of directly controlling 120-volt or 240-volt circuits. Only a few companies manufacture line-voltage programmable thermostats.
The slow response time -- up to several hours -- of steam heating and radiant floor heating systems leads some people to suggest that setback is inappropriate for these systems. However, some manufacturers now offer thermostats that track the performance of your heating system to determine when to turn it on in order to achieve comfortable temperatures at your programmed time.
Alternately, a normal programmable thermostat can be set to begin its cool down well before you leave or go to bed and return to its regular temperature two or three hours before you wake up or return home. This may require some guesswork at first, but with a little trial and error you can still save energy while maintaining a comfortable home.
CHOOSING AND PROGRAMMING A PROGRAMMABLE THERMOSTAT
Most programmable thermostats are either digital, electromechanical, or some mixture of the two. Digital thermostats offer the most features in terms of multiple setback settings, overrides, and adjustments for daylight savings time, but may be difficult for some people to program. Electromechanical systems often involve pegs or sliding bars and are relatively simple to program.
When programming your thermostat, consider when you normally go to sleep and wake up. If you prefer to sleep at a cooler temperature during the winter, you might want to start the temperature setback a bit ahead of the time you actually go to bed. Also consider the schedules of everyone in the household. If there is a time during the day when the house is unoccupied for four hours or more, it makes sense to adjust the temperature during those periods.
OTHER CONSIDERATIONS
The location of your thermostat can affect its performance and efficiency. Read the manufacturer's installation instructions to prevent "ghost readings" or unnecessary furnace or air conditioner cycling. To operate properly, a thermostat must be on an interior wall away from direct sunlight, drafts, doorways, skylights, and windows. It should be located where natural room air currents–warm air rising, cool air sinking–occur. Furniture will block natural air movement, so do not place pieces in front of or below your thermostat. Also make sure your thermostat is conveniently located for programming.
Credit to the department of energy for this article
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
IAQ, AFUE, Allergy, Humidifiers, Furnace, Steam Humidifier , Aprilaire, Honeywell, Seaford Massapequa Merrick Bellmore Wantagh, HVAC Boilers Gas Heating Equipment Sears, Home Depot, Lowes, PC Richard's Air Conditioning Installation Trane, Rheem, Mitsubishi, Daikin, Carrier, Bryant, Goodman, Lennox, York,
Don't be left out in the Cold this winter
Numerous studies have shown that death rates peak this time of year. Blood pressure increases during the winter, and, by some reckonings, 70% of the wintertime increase in the death rate can be traced back to heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular causes of death. And, of course, flu season is a winter event, and flu viruses spread more readily once the air is dry and chilly.
Now Winter darkness, in a literal sense, may make matters worse. Sun-exposed skin makes vitamin D, a vitamin that seems to have all kinds of health benefits. During the winter, when days are short and the sun is at a low angle, levels of the vitamin in the body tend to dip. Cold temperatures and low vitamin D levels: that may be a bad combination.
The above is from Harvard Health Letter Out in the Cold January 2010
One item that is not in dispute is that colds and flu are most frequent in the winter. Many studies have shown a correlation between frequency of colds, Flu and Viruses, to lack of humidity causing our immune systems to weaken during the winter months. In warmer weather we are able to fight off airborne allergens, but with colder weather we need every ounce of moisture we can find. The end result, think of an unsecure border, where any thing moist is able to penetrate our sinuses and lungs, leaving us essentially defenseless.
The news is not all bad. Besides a medicine cabinet of cold and flu remedies,think of a more strategic approach. Add a professional humidifier installation to your home.Raising the relative humidity in your home allows a lower setting on your thermostat, helps your immune system defense response, and allows you to live and function in a more comfortable environment. If you have a ducted system, we have an Aprilaire humidifier for almost all applications. If you have a boiler and no ducts, we can install a steam humidifier to serve the whole home as well. Properly installed, steam humidifiers service most homes, no matter what the size.
Now Winter darkness, in a literal sense, may make matters worse. Sun-exposed skin makes vitamin D, a vitamin that seems to have all kinds of health benefits. During the winter, when days are short and the sun is at a low angle, levels of the vitamin in the body tend to dip. Cold temperatures and low vitamin D levels: that may be a bad combination.
The above is from Harvard Health Letter Out in the Cold January 2010
One item that is not in dispute is that colds and flu are most frequent in the winter. Many studies have shown a correlation between frequency of colds, Flu and Viruses, to lack of humidity causing our immune systems to weaken during the winter months. In warmer weather we are able to fight off airborne allergens, but with colder weather we need every ounce of moisture we can find. The end result, think of an unsecure border, where any thing moist is able to penetrate our sinuses and lungs, leaving us essentially defenseless.
The news is not all bad. Besides a medicine cabinet of cold and flu remedies,think of a more strategic approach. Add a professional humidifier installation to your home.Raising the relative humidity in your home allows a lower setting on your thermostat, helps your immune system defense response, and allows you to live and function in a more comfortable environment. If you have a ducted system, we have an Aprilaire humidifier for almost all applications. If you have a boiler and no ducts, we can install a steam humidifier to serve the whole home as well. Properly installed, steam humidifiers service most homes, no matter what the size.
Call True Mechanical today for the right solution for your home or business. www.truemech.com 631-563-1298
Call us for a free estimate today.
Our management team at True Mechanical has well over 100 years’ experience in all phases of heating and cooling.
We offer affordable service,calls and service contracts. We offer no charge quotes on system replacements. True Mechanical is 40 years in business and with over 100,000 installations on Long Island. Visit our website at www.truemech.com. 631-563-1298.
We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
IAQ, AFUE, Allergy, Humidifiers, Furnace, Steam Humidifier , Aprilaire, Honeywell, Seaford Massapequa Merrick Bellmore Wantagh, HVAC Boilers Gas Heating Equipment Sears, Home Depot, Lowes, PC Richard's Air Conditioning Installation Trane, Rheem, Mitsubishi, Daikin, Carrier, Bryant, Goodman, Lennox, York,
7 Reasons Uber High Efficiency Heat Pumps Make Sense Even in Cold Climates
Brian Nagle December 15, 2016
There are many advantages to using heat pumps for your home. A few reasons for choosing heat pumps are outlined below:
Heat pumps are more efficient than ever, being able to extract heat even down to 0 Degrees F. They use circulation and evaporation to keep your home at preferred temperatures. The newest versions save up to 70% on electric usage from the original Single Stage version.
Traditional heating for your home heats up the air and in the process removes the moisture before distributing it throughout your home. Electric heat pumps, on the other hand, simply circulate the existing air without removing any moisture. Thus, homeowners will find it more comfortable than traditional heat sources.
This is greener technology. The energy efficiency ratings of the new heat pumps are significantly higher than previous generations, using much less electricity. This results in your home having a lower carbon footprint. Heat pumps do not rely on a combustion process to operate, meaning that they contribute far fewer emissions than conventional oil, gas, or wood fired heating systems.
Space Saving heat pumps run through ducts. In new construction, ductwork can be installed between the framing of your home. The outside condensers are the same size as central air units, and can be mounted on platforms. The ductless versions of heat pumps use even a smaller condenser than central air.
Longer life. The useful life of these new systems are between 15-25 years.
A safe alternative. Heat pumps offer safer smoother warmth, without combustion or flame, which makes them ideally suited for households with small children and/or pets. There are no warm surfaces or hot fires to cause you concern, and these are easily programmed for optimal warmth, while you can feel safe leaving these unattended.
Improved Indoor Air Quality Heat pumps do not produce any fumes that can diminish the air quality in the home. You can also connect whole home Air Filtration to these systems, removing airborne allergens, dust mites and spores from your homes air.
nI conclusion, High Efficiency heat pumps offer greener, safer, cleaner, cheaper, longer life, better climate control. With so many folks going solar or installing generators, high efficiency heat pumps make more sense than ever.
Call or contact us today for a free estimate on these high efficiency systems.. http://www.truemech.com 631-563-1298 brian@truemech.com
About the Author. Brian Nagle started in the HVAC industry in 1996 on Long Island and has been with True Mechanical since 2011. Additionally, he has over 20 years experience in finance and aviation management.
Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.
True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com
IAQ, AFUE, Allergy, Humidifiers, Furnace, Steam Humidifier , Aprilaire, Honeywell, Seaford Massapequa Merrick Bellmore Wantagh, HVAC Boilers Gas Heating Equipment Sears, Home Depot, Lowes, PC Richard's Air Conditioning Installation Trane, Rheem, Mitsubishi, Daikin, Carrier, Bryant, Goodman, Lennox, York,
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