How to Heat and Cool a Finished Basement in Upstate NY
Finishing a basement adds valuable living space to your home in the Hudson Valley. Basements present distinct climate challenges due to being underground. They remain naturally cooler in the winter and hold onto moisture in the summer. Achieving consistent temperatures requires more than just opening a vent. We outline the most reliable methods for heating […]
Can You Install a Ductless Mini Split A/C in an Apartment?
Yes, you can install a ductless mini split A/C in an apartment. The process requires a few specific steps regarding building permissions and space planning. If you own a condo or live in a multi-unit building in the Hudson Valley, NY, you might want a quieter and more efficient cooling option than noisy window units. This […]
How Long Does a Mini Split Installation Take?
Upgrading your home with a ductless system is a great way to improve indoor comfort. If you are planning this upgrade, you likely want to know your expected mini split installation time. Most single-zone systems take about four to eight hours to install. Multi-zone systems require more labor and can take a few days to […]
Indoor Pollutants to Be Careful With This 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
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
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?
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?
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?
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
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 […]