The coalition recently organized to oppose Florida Power & Light’s (FPL) entrance into the home services market including air conditioning, heating, plumbing, and electrical services.
This program is a part of BC’s Rural Initiatives, which targets surrounding communities to equip more residents with workforce skills through college education.
The Richmond and Hutchinson arms of the company both will now operate under the Superior Boiler name.
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AAON Inc. celebrated its 30th anniversary as a public company.
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The classroom will enhance The New Flat Rate’s ability to train users remotely, utilizing technology that creates a virtual classroom, allowing an interactive experience for attendees, even those viewing the training through a web-based browser.
The series also offers multiple fan speeds, high density silver-ion filters, GoldFin anti-corrosive coating, and optional Wi-Fi control.
The product consists of two products that are maintenance-free and can be installed in less than an hour.
Due to the internal heat load, these cabinets require cooling even when outside temperatures are 60°F (15°C) and below. The units have the necessary controls and components for operation within these temperatures.
As rink owners look to shift away from R-22 — a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) that is widely used in ice rinks across the U.S. and Canada — they face the challenge of selecting an alternative refrigerant that delivers equivalent capacity and proven performance but without disrupting rink operations. New production of R-22 will cease at the end of 2019.
The plant was completed earlier this year, six months ahead of schedule, and has already produced more than 30 million feet of PEX tubing, while adding more than 40 jobs in the community.
Volunteering a total of 244 hours of work, Arista’s employees put their skills and passion towards a great cause.
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D. Brian Baker was a dedicated HVACR professional and educator who was not only passionate about the industry, but a true advocate for continual, professional development.
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Water-source heat pump performance is rated in accordance with the ANSI/AHRI/ASHRAE/ISO 13256 standard.
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For hard-to-access applications, the RS option of the transmitter comes with remote mountable sensors, allowing users to safely monitor data.
Air flow balancing has typically been limited to commercial HVAC, but there is a growing demand and opportunity to bring this practice to residential HVAC.
Air flow balancing has typically been limited to commercial HVAC, but there is a growing demand and opportunity to bring this practice to residential HVAC.
Okappy enables HVAC companies to operate more effectively than traditional paperwork systems.
Bob and Tim are on a service call with an aggravated customer. The customer explained to them three different service companies had been out to her house this summer and all of them told her that she had a leak they could not find.
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For almost 40 years, "This Old House" has held its crew to the highest standard as they provide advice, product recommendations, and step-by-step instruction to millions of American homeowners each week.
The LinkedIn Learning program provides ServiceTitan employees with more than 10,000 video-based business, tech, and creative courses. The courses are accessible in multiple formats and on multiple devices and teach essential skills and concepts that are immediately applicable.
The EPA reports that Americans spend an estimated 90% of their time indoors and as such, indoor air quality has huge effects on their well-being. There are many different indoor environmental pollutants, including smoke from cigarettes, marijuana, and smoking pipes. As of 2016, 15.5% of Americans smoke cigarettes; most smoke these cigarettes indoors and there is a massive need for minimizing indoor pollution.
When people smoke indoors, there is the production of third-hand smoke. This is smoke that is exhaled which afterward sticks to wall paint and surfaces. It is responsible for the yellow staining as well as the smell that remains thereafter. The latest reports show that toxins present in this smoke could still affect building occupants, especially babies, who sometimes touch and bite on surfaces. Lead, a toxin in nicotine, is also linked to diminished IAQ.
This could be a challenge to anyone out there looking to sell or rent out their property. The good news is the residue can be eliminated and the walls restored.
One of the biggest nuisances would be wall stains since they are easily noticeable. To remove them, homeowners are advised to use warm vinegar for tough stains and a one-to-one dilution with water for mild stains. The warmth in vinegar will soften the stickiness of the layer. This treatment may remove smells.
Another option would be to use ammonia. A cup of ammonia is mixed with a quarter cup of baking soda, a half cup of vinegar and gallon of water and applied to the wall. The ammonia solution can then be rinsed off using warm water.
A more effective way to get rid of the toughest of stains would be to use Trisodium Phosphate (TSP). The chemical is very caustic; users are advised to wear gloves and handle with care. A tablespoon of TSP is mixed homogeneously with a gallon of water and the solution applied from the bottom of the wall upward (to avoid streaking) and left to sit for about five minutes. It can then be wiped off using clean water.
Even though the above solutions are effective in eliminating smell, residual smoke and smell in the air may contaminate the walls.
Homeowners are advised to ventilate the house thoroughly as they clean the walls and thereafter. This can be done by turning on any air-conditioning appliances such as fans, cleaning out the HVAC filters and opening all the windows. Carpets and drapes should also be cleaned and left out to air and dry. Tile surfaces can also be cleaned in the same manner. The problem with these methods is that they tend to be very labor-intensive and you may even worry if you are performing the task correctly to safely handle the problem. You should consider the only all-in-one solution to this problem: The Revolutionary Breakthrough & Innovative New Technology: The Best Smoke Odor Eliminator Product in the Market Today! ECOBOND® OdorDefender
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We all know that second-hand smoke can be damaging to your lungs. However, third-hand smoke is dangerous as well. Unfortunately, not many people are aware of this.
Third-hand smoke is smoke that lingers long after the smoker is gone. It can stay for months or years and cause health problems for the people occupying the building. It can get stuck in the furniture, in carpets, and on the walls. Getting rid of third-hand smoke starts with getting new paint for your walls. A lot of the particles from third-hand smoke are stuck in the walls, and even if you replace the couches and carpets, the only way to get rid of all the particles is to paint over your walls. You need an Odor Management Plan.
Whether you own an apartment building, or you sell houses, it’s crucial that you protect the health of your tenants by painting over your walls and getting rid of third-hand smoke. According to new studies, third-hand smoke may be causing more cancer cases than previously thought. According to pulmonologist Humberto Choi, MD, studies are looking into cancer cases that were not caused by first-hand or second-hand smoke and whether they might have been caused by third-hand smoke. Third-hand smoke leaves chemicals that mix with particles in the air to form carcinogens, which can cause cancer.
Third-hand smoke is especially harmful to children. Children tend to touch the floor and walls a lot, which means they have more contact with the smoke particles that are left over. Repainting your walls will not just get reduce the potential risk of cancer. The smoke particles may also lead to other health problems, such as asthma or allergies.
When thinking about improving the air quality in an apartment, third-hand smoke is something you must pay attention to.
Renting or leasing a home has its handful of problems. Sometimes homeowners can get lucky and have fantastic tenants who care as much about their property as they do, but that’s not always the case. Many renters are looking for a temporary living arrangement, many times not even fulfilling the lease they had initially signed.
One of the most significant issues when changing out tenants is deciding what needs to be fixed, cleaned, or exchanged. Air quality is such an important consideration when evaluating the apartment or house for future occupants. Potential issues will pop up with renters if they feel they are living in an environment that is toxic to them. So how can a homeowner tell that the air might be less than optimal?
How did they treat the property? What were the conditions of the unit like when they moved out? If the answer is horrible, then it might be time to start looking into other factors that play into the air quality of the home. These habits will seep into the walls that will need some thorough cleaning and repainting by a professional and use ECOBOND® OdorDefender, the proprietary patent-pending specialty formulation for successful smoke odor elimination. This formulation includes resins, food-grade mineral additives, and alginate from seaweed; nature’s most effective absorber of toxic pollutants.
Whether the smoking taking place was pot, tobacco, or cigarettes, each type has a smell that lingers in the rooms, hurting the air quality of the home. If you can tell, the new tenants will be able to as well. The damage will be apparent on the carpet and will cling to floors, walls, and ceilings. Sometimes stains will occur as well, giving the homeowner no other choice but to redo the walls in the home.
According to livestrong.com, the air quality in the home from smoking cigarettes may cause a variety of health issues caused by not correctly restoring a home after previous renters or owners have continuously smoked indoors. When bringing in new renters, please take steps to ensure your home has the best air quality you can offer. These steps can save a life and possibly some money for the homeowner in the long run.
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