Complaints about temperature in the office (being too hot or too cold) are the top grievances from office workers, according to IFMA and a variety of other sources. If your company is trying to boost productivity and get more employees back to the office, it pays to optimize your workplace temperature.  Research has proven that […] The post How to Improve Temperature in the Office appeared first on Arista ..read more

Why restaurant HVAC is so challenging Keeping your restaurant consistently comfortable can be more difficult than for other types of businesses. Here’s why restaurant HVAC is so challenging: Restaurant HVAC is a complex problem with many variables. It’s important to choose a service provider that understands the conditions you work in and how to design […] The post Restaurant HVAC: 9 Tips to Get Great Service appeared first on Arista ..read more

Being prepared can make the difference between getting back up and running after a natural disaster and losing your business permanently. Here’s an emergency prep checklist to help you prepare a plan for your business, including recommendations for how to protect your HVAC system in the event of a devastating storm. Download this checklist and […] The post HVAC Emergency Prep Checklist appeared first on Arista ..read more

When your older air conditioning system has broken down, it can be tricky to decide whether to repair or replace it. AC repair is faster and less expensive, but more issues could cause it to break again before too long. AC replacement is a more sure fix, but it takes longer and costs more.  For […] The post AC Repair vs AC Replacement: How to Make the Right Choice appeared first on Arista ..read more

Whether you’re renovating and need a new AC system, or just replacing your home air conditioner, choosing the right system can be a chore. It’s easy to get overwhelmed by all the options and technical terms you may not fully understand.  This guide will help you narrow down the options by explaining the types of […] The post Best home air conditioner systems for NYC elite residences appeared first on Arista ..read more

Installing new HVAC equipment can take a bite out of business profits. But did you know that you can offset the expense with a federal tax credit for HVAC installation?  A few years ago, the IRS created Section 179, that lets you deduct the FULL PURCHASE PRICE of qualifying equipment (which includes replacement heating and […] The post NYC Businesses: Get a Federal Tax Credit for HVAC Installation appeared first on Arista ..read more

  Questions about HVAC service agreements? Here’s a quick reference with everything you need to know.   What is AC service? Detailed equipment inspection & testing  Changing filters Cleaning components  Replacement of worn or failing parts Also called AC tune up  Benefits of AC yearly maintenance service:  Prevent breakdowns & reduce repair costs Improve comfort […] The post HVAC Service Agreements: A Guide for NYC Luxury Homeowners appeared first on Arista ..read more

With more employees working at home, many companies are making open plan office spaces more efficient by converting them for hot desking and hoteling use. In these environments, workspaces are shared and employees don’t have an assigned desk. That means creating areas for different types of work tasks and work preferences.  If you are renovating […] The post HVAC for Hot Desking, Hoteling & the Open Plan Office appeared first on Arista ..read more

Why is a whole home air purifier such a necessity here in NYC? Because the air inside your home is probably 5 times more polluted than the air outside.  That’s because you have outdoor pollution getting in (like smog, wildfire smoke and pollen), PLUS a whole host of indoor air contaminants. These include viruses, bacteria, […] The post REME HALO: Best Whole Home Air Purifier appeared first on Arista ..read more

If you live in a NYC high rise, you’re smart to consider indoor air quality solutions for your home. We know outdoor air in NYC isn’t the greatest. But last summer we experienced extreme conditions: wildfire smoke made the skies turn orange and cast a pall over the city. People living in high rises couldn’t […] The post Indoor Air Quality Solutions for NYC High Rise Apartments appeared first on Arista ..read more