How to get a free air conditioner to beat NYC’s summer heat wave

… Is it just me or is it getting pretty hot out there New York City is bracing for a heat … this week with temperatures that could feel higher than 100 degrees Fahrenheit The citys cooling centers are open …

By Celia Young |June 18, 2024 - 1:30PM
Heat pumps may be the solution to a host of problems, but can your building handle them?

… Heat pumps seem like a logical solution for individual New … so how should a board evaluate an owner or shareholders request to install them At first glance a request to replace … an owner who installs these units and disconnects from the buildings heating system is putting less strain on the …

By Jennifer White Karp |October 18, 2023 - 3:30PM
Here's what you need to know about installing central AC in your NYC brownstone

… Bothered by the heat this summer If you own a brownstone you may well be … the ins and outs of installing airconditioning in your NYC townhouse … Ducted vs ductless central AC  … Which of … that closes up in the winter and then the builtin heat pump produces heat Croce says  Wong says this allows you to …

By Evelyn Battaglia |July 27, 2023 - 11:30AM
6 cheap or no-cost energy efficiency fixes for your NYC co-op or condo building

… getting ahead of energy consumption by residents in their apartments says Jessica Tusing director of compliance at the … upgrades to their apartment the building sees an efficiency improvement The appliances made now are so much … a comprehensive look of the building to assess energy efficiency including mechanical systems windows light …

By Emily Myers |May 23, 2023 - 12:30PM
What's an energy audit and how much does it cost?

… efforts and Local Law 97 requirements  The audit will check that the power being used for lighting heating and cooling … with MaGrann Associates will document the conditions they find and test the equipment Dentz says this can include a … of your audit and the size of your building auditors can charge anywhere between a few thousand dollars to $20000 or …

By Emily Myers |March 7, 2023 - 10:00AM