Heating and Air Conditioning on Long Island Truemech.com: 2017

Wednesday, December 13, 2017

Say Goodbye to Dry Air, Rough Winter Skin and Scratchy Eyes this winter with a new installed Whole House Humidifier.

Brian Nagle December 13, 2017 10:35 AM

Say Goodbye to Dry Air, Rough Winter Skin and scratchy eyes this winter with a Whole House Humidifier.

Dry air is the culprit of a lot of struggles – cracked lips, dry skin, and itchy eyes to name a few. Many of us feel the effects of dry air, especially once the winter months hit. So instead of stashing lip balm in every corner of your home and office, think about the benefits of installing a whole house humidifier.

Benefits of Adding Moisturize to the Air in your Home

If you or members of your family deal with cracked skin, chapped lips, nose bleeds, or have trouble with dry contacts, installing a whole-house humidifier will drastically help resolve those issues. When we have the heat on, the indoor humidity levels can drop to 10 percent or less. Humidifiers add the right amount of moisture to the air and, thus our skin and eyes, making it much easier for everyone to go about their day-to-day feeling comfortable.

Allergy issues?

Newer models of humidifiers can help relieve allergy symptoms by adjusting the humidity levels in the air without adding too much humidity in the air. If a home is too moist it is not good, and if it’s too dry other allergens can compromise our immune systems and aggravate the throat and nose. With a whole-house humidifier you can control the humidity in your entire home with the touch of a button. Regulating this will help soothe the nose and throat passages and decrease allergy symptoms. It can also help people with asthma and other upper respiratory issues.
With the ease of allergy symptoms, and other respiratory issues, comes the ease of snoring. With that throat-soothing factor, comes an ear-soothing factor as well. If you’re a mouth breather, added moisture in the air will help you sleep more comfortably and keep you from snoring. Win-win for you and whoever falls asleep next to you. Also, if you forget that glass of water on your nightstand, no problem.

Preventive Care Cost Containment and Energy Efficiency

Your house itself can suffer from dry air as well. It can cause damage to wood floors, doors, and furniture by drying it out and causing it to crack. The joints in wood floors can loosen, doors can swell or shrink making them difficult to open or close, and furniture arms or legs can wobble. Installing a whole-house humidifier will help reduce the risk of damaging these items in your home and eliminate maintenance costs or inconveniences.

Another great thing about humidifiers is the more humid the air is, the more it holds heat. That means you won’t have to turn up your heat as high as you would without a humidifier. This will save energy, as well as money in the long run since you won’t be running your heat as high over the course of the winter.

For Long Island winters, your home’s heating system will always work better with proper humidity, whether you have forced hot air, hydronic heat baseboard or radiant heating. If you feel you could benefit from installing a whole-house humidifier in your home, contact us today for more information.

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

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Monday, November 20, 2017

Wow Who Knew?. The #1 way to stop colds and Flu is this simple

11/20/17 Brian Nagle 2:45 PM

The #1 way to stop colds and flu before they start.
As simple as this sounds, simply make sure your home environment has a relative humidity between 35-50% all winter long. Our immune system functions well with proper relative humidity, and doesn't function well when our environment is too dry. The colder the winter air, the lower the humidity level, so you need to add moisture to your indoor environment. Aprilaire makes humidifiers, that when professionally installed, will provide the right level of humidity all winter long. Remember this, when your honey is just way too dry, it's time to call Brian. Contact me today 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.

Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.

True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com

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Wednesday, November 15, 2017

5 Reasons to Change out your 10 year old HVAC System before the end of December

Brian Nagle November 15 2017 11:10 AM

Changing out or installing a new HVAC system before the end of 2017 has a sound rationale. The top 5 reasons for making the change are outlined below. The number 5 reason may be the best justification of all.

1) Right now is still the off season. Most of the country is still in a shoulder season between fall and winter. Once the temperatures drop, the demand for furnace installations minimizes reasons for contractors and manufacturers to offer incentives.

2) Utility rebates. Most utility rebates expire this December and will change going into 2018. On Long Island, where we are, we are expecting a reduction in 2018 rebate amounts.

3) 2018 Equipment and contractor costs. As manufacturers introduce new lines in 2018, expect price increases on the new equipment. Contractor costs will automatically increase as benefits, insurance, taxes, materials, and overhead costs increase.

4) The old R22 Freon is becoming much too expensive, and manufacture of R22 beyond 2019 is now forbidden.

5) The best reason of all is a quantum leap in technology to inverter driven units with multiple variable speeds. The results are many. These units maintain temperature and humidity better than anything in the past 20 years, and use only 30-40% of the electric use of a single stage 10 year or older unit. These units are so quiet and so efficient, many of the outdoor units you cannot hear running if you are more than 4 feet away. The electric savings alone can pay for this choice difference in just 2-3 seasons of use.

**** Please note: Most new HVAC equipment comes with a manufacturers warranty of at least 10 years on the parts and equipment. Be sure and ask about service contracts for annual service, which generally covers the labor to fix or replace warrantied parts. You wouldn't expect your car to go 10 years without changing the oil or transmission fluid. HVAC equipment is mechanical and requires annual maintenance to function at its best and give you optimal life and performance.. ****

We ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.

Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.

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Monday, October 30, 2017

It pays to get your HVAC System Ready for Winter

Brian Nagle October 30, 2017 2:20pm

Reasons to Get Your HVAC Ready for Winter

As winter moves in and temperatures are falling, pay attention to your utility usage due to higher heating use. However, you can minimize the change. Performing maintenance on your system before winter, you will be in a better position to not only cut your electricity usage, but also to extend the overall life of the HVAC system. If you are a homeowner it can be intimidating to take on the responsibility, but there are a few tips that can bring you up to speed on how to properly prepare your HVAC system for winter.

Examine the HVAC Unit HVAC systems last for about 20 years before they require replacement. However, it is advisable to examine the HVAC unit regularly to see if it’s functioning properly and to do routine maintenance like cleaning. If you don’t want to go through this process yourself, you can contact a professional to check it out and to perform the proper maintenance. Even though maintaining the HVAC system may require a small investment, it will save you a lot of money in the long run, as well as make your house safer and warmer. Therefore, be sure to check your HVAC system before winter even starts.

Filters, Filters,Filters Sometimes, inefficiency of the HVAC system is brought about by old filters that are clogged with dust and allergens, causing a strain on your system. This could lead to more costly repairs in the future. To avoid this problem, check the filters regularly and make it a habit to change the filter on a monthly basis. Remember, just because you can’t see the trapped dust floating around in your air does not mean it doesn’t exist. Alternatively, you can buy a reusable filter. These filters can be rinsed, cleaned, and be reused like new ones, but they cost less in the long run. One downside of typical reusable filters is the amount of filtration. Disposable filters come in many different filtration levels.

Test the Thermostat Test the thermostat to ensure it’s working properly. On one cool or hot morning, turn on the heat and AC respectively and set the thermostat to your preferred comfortable temperature. If the HVAC does not reach that temperature or takes too long to reach it, causing unnecessary electricity usage, you might be facing a mechanical problem. Have it checked as soon as possible. You can consider installing a programmable thermostat to replace the older one as it allows you to preset your desired temperature for different times of the day, allowing the HVAC system to work less when you are away.

Clean the Air Vents To ensure proper flow of air during the winter, make sure that there is nothing blocking the supply of fresh air. Items such as bedding, toys, furniture, and so on may obstruct intake of air; therefore, they should be kept far away from your HVAC system. Also clean the vents to make sure the air is free to move through them properly. To take it a step further, you may even want to have the ductwork cleaned to allow your air more freedom to move. Duct cleaning companies today have cameras where they can identify air leakage. The tighter the ducts, the more efficient the system, and of course, utilizes less energy and less money you spend.

Aging System If your system is aging, consider changing to a new modern and efficient inverter system. They use about 1/3 the electric, offer both cooling and heating and even installed, are only about 25% more than a standard energy star air conditioning system. Be sure to contact a reputable company who has experience with this level of efficiency. The utility savings will cover the cost difference in less than 2 years.

These are some of the tips you may use to prepare your HVAC system for winter. You may not have the knowledge of a certified technician, but you can take part in making sure your heating and cooling system lasts for a long time by making sure everything is in good shape for the winter.

Monday, October 16, 2017

Your best Chance at eliminating Winter Colds and Flu

October 16, 2017 3:30pm Brian Nagle

Dry Sinuses and how you catch a Cold. Let’s figure out why.

A new customer had this issue: Our house was so dry this winter that I was having nosebleeds. I bought a humidifier and that helped, but now I have so much ice on my windows I cannot see out of them. This is a situation that happens all too often in cold climates. Research indicates that for health and comfort, a relative indoor humidity of 35 to 55 percent is optimal. But keeping the air that moist over the course of a winter is more than most Sayville or Hauppauge residents want to deal with.

As the temperature drops so does the amount of moisture in our bodies. Dry air will cause our immune system to be compromised, allowing airborne viruses into our systems. What’s next; a cold or flu. If you notice, most colds occur between November and March. Maintaining proper hydration levels helps, and keeping proper humidity levels in the home is imperative to allow our immune symptoms to repel colds and flu.

Too much humidity is an issue as well, contributing to winter poor health. Mold associated with too much moisture can and does make people sick.

A direct relationship exists between temperature and humidity. Cold air doesn’t hold much moisture, and the colder the day, the drier the air, and the end results are indoor humidity levels that are too low for personal comfort.

Dry indoor air indicates that too much outdoor air is coming indoors. Corrective action includes caulking and sealing windows, doors and other leaking areas in addition to adding the proper amount of relative humidity into the existing space.

Proper (RH) Relative Humidity saves on your heating bills, while maintaining proper comfort. This one tip can save 10% on your heating bills simply by introducing the right amount of moisture into the air. Thermostats can be turned down without compromising comfort. The solution is to install a properly installed humidifier with an adjustable control. You can test your humidity levels with a simple hygrometer (which measures relative humidity and is available at most hardware and home stores).

Rule of thumb for indoor humidity levels, outside temp is 20 to 40 degrees, humidity indoors should not be more than 40 percent, outside temp is 10 to 20 degrees, RH should not be more than 35 percent.

Reputable HVAC installation companies will do a free assessment and offer you the proper solution for your home and budget.

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 ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.

Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.

True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com

Wednesday, September 27, 2017

Every New Homeowner Wants To Save Money

September 27, 2017 2:15pm Brian Nagle

As a new homeowner, you will be filled with excitement, but you must accept the amount of responsibility you will now face. Many new home buyers only see the purchase price and not the maintenance cost required to out themselves in the best financial situation possible.

A few items to consider

Improvement and Maintenance

When you move into a new home, you definitely want it to be picture perfect, but there is a reality check. This is just the start of your relationship with your new home, so there will be necessary upgrades and repairs you will want to or have to make over time. Remember, this is your 1st home, so be enthusiastic but grounded.

Check your heating and air conditioning system.

This may seem very basic, but by checking your HVAC system will save you money in the long term. One item often overlooked are maintenance contracts. your HVAC system is the 3rd largest expenditure behind the home and kitchen. Insuring it through a maintenance contract for around a dollar a day is the cheapest insurance you can purchase.

Do It Yourself Projects

Small projects like painting, cabinet building, etc. accomplish two things; 1) sense of accomplishment and 2) saving you money.

Checklist Items
You should develop a checklist that will help you keep up-to-date with maintenance tasks. keeping the list up to date , you can see what needs to be done to extend the life of home items.

Energy Efficiency

Investing in making your new home, making it more energy efficient will definitely save you money in your first year’s utility bills, as well as long term. In addition to saving on utility bills and being environmentally conscious, you can also receive certain energy rebates for upgrading to energy efficient appliances, solar panels, geothermal, programmable thermostats insulation, etc. There is a wide selection of windows, insulation, and even water heaters that will be able to reduce your energy usage, in turn adding value to your home.

Being a new homeowner is a great accomplishment and investment, so make sure to get the most out of your new home by cutting some costs as well as creating value.

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 ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.

Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.

True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com

Friday, September 22, 2017

The right Solution for a Finished Basement

Brian Nagle September 22, 2017 12:25 PM

To correctly finish a basement, the correct installation of a HVAC system has to be part of the solution. Many homeowners don't properly calculate what the Heat and Cooling loads are for the finished basement. If you have a boiler installed on the basement level, you can often install an additional zone of baseboard heating for the finished basement. This is dependent on the size of the space as well as the feasibility of running piping. What if you heat with a warm air furnace? And what about air conditioning?

Warm Air Furnaces. If you are conditioning only a small bedroom you may be able to run a small duct into the bedroom. In many to today's homes, the basement is the footprint of the floor above, and requires too much capacity to be be able to borrow from the existing system design without siphoning off performance from the floor(s) above.

Consider today's better ductless systems as a solution to solve the dilemma. The top tier manufacturers make attractive units, including floor mounts, slim ducts, and cassettes, as well as traditional and designer series wall mounted units. The new systems provide heat down to -13F and can heat and cool a space from startup in less than 10 minutes. Typical 12000 BTU units (1 ton) can service up to 500 sq ft of basement space with 8 ft ceilings. These new systems will process tremendous amounts of humidity as well. These units are available in sizes starting as small as 6000 BTU's. For a no cost quote on Long Island, contact Brian Nagle at True Mechanical. Office phone is 631-563-1298 or email brian@truemech.com. Our website 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 ask for your input and comments. If there is an industry subject you wish to know more about, please let us know.

Brian can be contacted at the office number above or by email at brian@truemech.com.

True Mechanical Corp, Bohemia, NY www.truemech.com

Monday, September 18, 2017

Stop freezing your assets off

Brian Nagle September 18, 2017 1:22pm

Doesn't it bother you when you have hot and cold spots at home and work. There is a simple solution to rectify that once and for all. A ductless inverter heat pump system provides constant temperature and humidity control in a large space. Winter is coming for most of the country, and those cold drafty areas, are never pleasant. From spaces of 100 sq ft to 2400 sq ft or larger, you can take control of your environment. Take the chill out of winter. If you are on Long island contact us today for your free evaluation. Check out our 40 year reputation for quality new and replacement system installations and service contracts.

We strive to earn you as a Customer for Life.

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 T rue 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 Contact us today

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Wednesday, September 13, 2017

5 reasons for Early Retirement

I would love for this to be about that extended permanent retirement we have all thought about. But alas, this is all about your HVAC systems saving $$ to get you to retirement. Early retirement for your heating and air conditioning equipment now makes more sense than ever.

1) Aging Systems The majority of HVAC systems are 10 years or older. That means they use freon for the most part, aka R22. In 2020 there will be no more production of real R22. There are substitutes or varying effectiveness, but that's another story.. The quantity of propane that you pay $20.00 for, is now $989 a 30 lb propane tank and going up.

2) Money in your pocket. Money back Most utility companies are offering rebates for replacing existing or new installations of energy star rated equipment.

3) Utility Savings. The newest inverter systems use literally 1/3 the electric usage that systems more than 15 years old use.

4) Save the Planet Lower your carbon footprint. Get Heat and AC from the same system with 0 emissions. Today's heat pumps pull heat out of the air down to zero degrees F with no emissions.

5) Going Solar? If you are going solar, you want to look at this now. Replacing and updating your system make this is a logical choice. Today's inverter systems start out as on low as a setting as possible, draw as few as 5 amps and with solar, this is like getting your heat for free.

And with the storms we have just experienced, 300,000 new systems will be installed , driving up the cost of equipment for next year. As demand increases expect rebates to be reduced or phased out, which we are already seeing on Long Island.

We strive to earn you as a Customer for Life.

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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Monday, September 11, 2017

New technology opens up windows of options for your home and business

September 11, 2017 Brian Nagle 1:15 pm EST

In the past few years technological advances have opened up significant options to Central Air. please read this article from our friends at HGTV.
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True Mechanical for Your Home Comfort Needs

We strive to earn you as a Customer for Life.

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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