The Unitarian Universalist Church is a community staple in Ft. Myers, Florida. Equipped with a vast eco-preserve, nature trail, and more, the 12.5-acre property provides members of the church with a serene location to relax and reflect. However, the church was still relying on the DX systems that were installed when the church was initially built, and they were … The post Case Study: Unitarian Uni...

When you are on a job site, time is of the essence. You don’t have time to head back to the office to find information for your clients: You need to give them the answers they are looking for immediately. Now, with our HVAC mobile app—aptly named the HVAC Contractor Assist—you can. Built to make your … The post Check out the New Features on our HVAC Mobile App appeared first on .

A new exclusive beachfront condo facility just sold out in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida. As the ultimate escape or permanent residence for those in retirement or anyone looking to discover a one-of-a-kind living experience of Indian Rocks Beach, Onella Condos offers high-end, luxurious, expansive condominiums. When choosing HVAC systems for this highly sought-after property, the condos opted for th...

While some HVAC jobs are upgrades that your customers saved up for, more often than not, you are performing emergency repairs. As such, many customers do not have the savings built up to pay for your services outright. That’s why it is important to offer your customers another option. With Credit for Comfort financing for HVAC contractors, you can make sure … The post Credit for Comfort: Financing...

The Oak Hill Academy is a private secondary school that has been part of Wilson, Virginia’s history since 1878. Although the facilities have been well-maintained throughout the ages, some of the dorms were in desperate need of a full renovation, which included a complete upgrade to their HVAC systems. When the local CE team heard about the project, … The post Case Study: Oak Hill Academy appeared ...

Located in Laurel, Maryland, the Hope House Treatment Center is a non-profit medical facility that is committed to helping men and women overcome alcohol and drug addiction and go on to live a healthy life. The facility, which used to be a car dealership, was in need of an HVAC system upgrade that would allow for … The post Case Study: Hope House in Laurel, MD appeared first on .

Located within the historic neighborhood of Columbia Heights rests a gorgeous Section 8 apartment complex called Fairmont Apartments. While the apartment complex itself has been around for some time, it recently underwent a complete upgrade and renovation, which included replacing the existing HVAC system with Carrier ductless systems. About the Fairmont Apartments The Fairmont Apartments … The po...

Prudhom Heat and Air Conditioning of Oklahoma City, OK opened their doors for service in 2003, starting from their home garage with one truck and growing to today’s 5000 sq. ft. building with a fleet of trucks.  Prudhom Heat and Air is a family owned and operated business, owned by Ernie, Dustin, and Chris Prudhom.  As … The post Customer Spotlight: Prudhom Heating & Air Conditioning appeared firs...

At CE, we are dedicated to providing the best service to HVAC contractors across the country, and we do this in a variety of ways. Recently, our South Texas team hosted an incredible recruiting event at Karbach Brewing Company, and they have another event, a crawfish boil, coming up shortly. We love to hear about … The post The CE Team in South Texas Throws Unforgettable and Educational Events for...

We recently sat down with Scott’s Heating & Air Conditioning, a Bryant Factory Authorized Dealer. We are thrilled to hear that our digital initiatives are having a positive impact on their business, helping them to save time, increase accuracy, and become even more organized! CE’s website allows Scott’s Heating & Air Conditioning to order online at any time … The post Customer Spotlight: Scott’s H...

Variable refrigerant flow, or VRF, is the latest technology to hit the HVAC industry, and it is quickly becoming the go-to HVAC equipment for a wide variety of applications. VRF systems work by continuously running the compressor, and then strategically routing the refrigerant on a per-zone, as-needed basis. Due to its minimal size, extreme energy … The post Top Applications for VRF HVAC Equipment...

As an HVAC contractor, you know how hard it can be to convince your customers to upgrade their HVAC equipment to more energy efficient models. You know how amazing these products are not only for saving money, but also for how they impact the environment. Getting customers to commit to the upfront costs can be … The post Tips for Selling Energy Efficient HVAC Equipment to Homeowners appeared first...

VRF, or variable refrigerant flow, is one of the greatest and latest technologies to happen to the HVAC industry. With VRF, multiple indoor fan coils can be connected to one outdoor unit, and each one can be controlled independently. By strategically controlling the amount of refrigerant that is used throughout these indoor zones, several benefits … The post Advantages of a VRF System appeared fir...

When your customers are in the market for a new water heater, they essentially have two options: a traditional water heater that connects to electricity or gas, or a tankless water heater. While both pieces of HVAC equipment have the same ultimate function, they do not work the same way. Here is a closer look … The post Tankless vs. Traditional Water Heaters: Which One is Better for Your Customer?...

It is commonly believed that duct sealing is only beneficial if the leak occurs in an unconditioned space, such as an attic or basement. However, the Comfort Institute, in partnership with the Greater Cincinnati Energy Alliance (GCEA), released updated findings that prove otherwise. Rob McCracken, GCEA’s director of operations, reports that after initial data has … The post Comfort Institute Prove...

Parkersburg Correctional Center in West Virginia was faced with a unique challenge: they needed to convert a hotel into a minimum-security correctional facility. Housing approximately 130 male offenders, there were many different areas that needed to be heated and cooled, yet the inmates could not have access to any controls, so the PTAC units traditionally … The post Case Study: Parkersburg Corre...

Fagnan’s Furnace Service (EST. 1971) of Calgary, AB has been a CE Canada customer for over 20 Years. Always looking for way to make their business run more efficiently, Fagnan’s Furnace Service has integrated the CE website into their ordering process.  In 2017, our customer has completed 86% of their orders online and are projecting for … The post Customer Spotlight: Fagnan’s Furnace Service appe...

Fairfax County is home to one of the largest school systems in Northern Virginia, and they are always on the lookout for new technologies to improve the energy efficiency of the schools while making them more comfortable for the students and teachers. One elementary school in the Fairfax County school district is Forestville Elementary, and … The post Case Study: Forestville Elementary School in G...

The National Training Center offers the full training experience with classroom sessions and live operating equipment with hands-on activities. If you are interested in multi-day training, please register for each section you would like to attend. The Class Descriptions are shown at the bottom of each calendar. Links are provided for each section of training … The post Ductless and VRF – National ...

As your reliable HVAC supplier, we are always on a mission to help make your job easier. As such, when we discovered Housecall Pro, we just had to pass it on. In short, Housecall Pro is a software that you can use on a smartphone, tablet, or desktop to manage your HVAC business. It puts … The post Housecall Pro Simplifies Your HVAC Contractor Business appeared first on .

Back in 2015, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced new compliance guidelines for all commercial rooftop HVAC systems, including air conditioners and heat pumps, for any low-rise building. This affects a vast span of structures, including retail stores, mid-level hospitals, educational facilities, and more. The DOE stated that the new requirements would go into … The post What You Need to ...

In order to make sure your customer’s HVAC system is operating at maximum efficiency, an annual coil cleaning is a must. By keeping the coils clean, you can make sure your customer’s unit operates with maximum energy efficiency while maintaining air quality. Equally important is which cleaners you use to complete the coil cleaning process. … The post Featured Coil Cleaning Products from Nu-Calgon ...

As your residential and commercial customers are preparing to turn on their air conditioners for the season, it is important to remind them of the role coil cleaning plays in air conditioner maintenance. While condenser and evaporator coils have different functions within the a/c unit, keeping them clean offers the same benefits. Benefits of Coil … The post Why Coil Cleaning is a Crucial Aspect of...

We’ve mentioned the Cor smart thermostat many times, but today we are going to take it a step further and introduce the complete Cor Home Automation system. Just like the Cor thermostat, the home automation system was created to be user friendly, innovative, and versatile. It integrates with all of the other smart features in … The post Spotlight on Cor Home Automation appeared first on .

As an HVAC contractor, you have a lot on your plate. Not only do you have to tend to your current customers, you need to continue building your business, and give impeccable service every step of the way. While you love designing and installing HVAC systems, all of the paperwork, finances, and other administrative tasks … The post OnCall Air and CE: A Match for the Ages appeared first on .

Every type of HVAC equipment has its own efficiency rating system, and for boilers and furnaces, that system is called the annual fuel utilization efficiency, or the AFUE. The higher the AFUE rating, the more efficient the boiler or furnace is. Understanding these ratings is important so you can demonstrate to your customers the efficiency … The post AFUE Ratings Explained appeared first on .

When you are building an HVAC system for a home, you probably use a traditional, residential unitary system or a standard residential ductless system. If you are working on a large commercial space, you typically opt for a 3-phase VRF system. However, there’s the middle area that is too large for the residential ductless system, … The post What You Need to Know About the Carrier/Bryant and Toshiba...

Yost & Campbell has been serving the Westchester County area of New York for over 75 years. In 1939, they began as a refrigerator repair business out of a garage. The business grew from there and now covers all aspects of heating, cooling, plumbing, and indoor air quality for homes and businesses throughout Westchester County, … The post Customer Spotlight: Yost & Campbell appeared first on .