Indoor Pollutants to Be Careful With This Winter

Close-up of a window corner with black mold—an indoor pollutant—growing on the adjacent white wall and window sill, often a problem in winter.

Winter is on its way and with it comes chilly outdoor air, cozy spaces, and unfortunately, poorer indoor air quality. As temps plummet, windows and doors stay closed to conserve heat, which ends up trapping pollutants and harmful chemicals inside. This can seriously affect your health, causing problems like allergies and asthma attacks, especially for […]

How to Shut Down Your AC for Fall & Winter 

A hand holding a remote control set to 21°C, pointed at a wall-mounted air conditioner—showing how to use an AC for fall or cooler weather in the room.

With fall and winter approaching, it’s time to turn off your air conditioner and close it down for the season. This can help keep your AC in working order so it’s ready for you to run at the start of spring. Here are some steps you can take and how our experienced HVAC contractors can […]

How Fall Leaves Can Damage Your HVAC System 

Two outdoor air conditioning units on a concrete slab beside a wooden building, surrounded by green grass and plants.

As autumn arrives and leaves start collecting on the ground, it’s time to think about fall yard maintenance. You might not think so, but leaf litter can actually have a negative impact on your HVAC system, which can potentially lead to heating problems during the winter. Here’s what to know and what you can do […]

What’s The Best Air Conditioner For Older Homes?

A hand holding a remote points towards a wall-mounted air conditioning unit on a white brick wall.

Older homes are harder to keep cool in the summer than houses that were built more recently for several reasons. These homes are often drafty with poor quality insulation and may have cracks in the foundation or around doors and windows that allow outside air to seep inside and treated air to be pulled out. […]

What Are Energy Star® & SEER Ratings & Which Do I Choose?

Blue and white ENERGY STAR logo featuring the word "energy" in script with a star symbol, highlighting energy efficiency, and "ENERGY STAR" in capital letters at the bottom.

Energy Star and SEER ratings are both measurements of how efficient an appliance is and how much energy it uses to operate. When it comes to ductless mini splits, these values are incredibly important. But they can also be confusing to understand and compare. Here’s what to know about Energy Star and SEER ratings for […]

How Does Ductless Help Me Save Energy?

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You may have heard that ductless HVAC systems help save a lot of energy, but how does that work? What’s different about a ductless mini split that makes it so much more energy-efficient than central HVAC, space heaters, or window air conditioners? Below, we take a look at the details and how Jones Services can […]

Ductless Air Conditioning For Apartments

A person points a remote control at a wall-mounted ductless AC, ideal air conditioning for apartments.

Ductless air conditioning offers a lot of benefits to homeowners who install a mini split system, but can apartment renters gain those same advantages by switching to ductless? Below, we take a look at how ductless AC works for apartments, how they stack up against window air conditioners, and how our experienced New York HVAC […]

Can I Put A Ductless Mini Split In My Ceiling?

Square ceiling air vent with concentric grille design mounted on a slatted ceiling, ideal for ceiling installation in mini split HVAC systems.

There are a few different ways to mount a ductless mini split in your home – on the wall, near the floor, or even on the ceiling. Ceiling-mounted ductless systems have some great benefits and may even be the best option for certain types of spaces. Here’s what to know about installing a ductless mini […]

Comparing Ductless AC To Other Forms of Cooling

Wall-mounted white air conditioning unit installed in a room, with vents open and directed downwards.

There are many ways to cool your home during the spring and summer, and you may be considering whether or not upgrading to ductless AC is the right choice. Below, compare ductless AC to other forms of cooling, including traditional central HVAC and window units and learn how Jones Services can help you achieve your […]

How To Calculate the Cost of Ductless HVAC For Your Home

Close-up of a hand holding a remote control aimed at a wall-mounted air conditioning unit set to 24 degrees Celsius.

How much does ductless HVAC cost in New York? The answer to this question isn’t as simple as it might seem at first. Numerous factors affect how expensive an installation is, including the size and type of unit(s) you choose and the experience level of your selected contractor. Below, review some of the key considerations […]

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