Multifamily Property Management Techniques
Over the past few decades, the multifamily housing market has experienced many changes, from tenant demographics to new technologies. As millennials become the majority of the rental market, the demand for multifamily housing is more significant than for single-family. In addition, as millennials value the flexibility of renting versus buying, multifamily property managers and leasing […]
Understanding Central Air Conditioning
Air conditioning might be part of the HVAC acronym, but not all AC is part of an HVAC system. HVAC usually involves the central air conditioning of a building, while air conditioning in general also can refer to individual AC units that cool a single room or unit. It might seem the difference between the […]
HVAC Repair
HVAC contractors handle various tasks year-round to ensure residential or commercial heating and cooling systems are working efficiently. Without your help, many individuals would face significant discomfort in their properties. Depending on the severity of the issue, sometimes you’ll provide maintenance, repair a problem, or replace the system entirely. But it’s up to you to […]
Energy-Efficient Multifamily Housing
More than 38 million Americans live in buildings with five or more households. That’s a lot of opportunity for energy efficiency. Going green not only satisfies tenants’ demands but adds to the overall value of development – both reasons property owners and managers benefit from building upgrades that improve energy efficiency multifamily housing. It’s time […]
Property Management Technology
The property management sector continues to evolve as technological innovations dominate the industry. Modern tenants have grown to not only appreciate the use of technology in real estate, but many now demand it. Therefore, property management companies that adopt tech-enabled platforms and equipment gain an important competitive edge over those clinging to traditional processes. While […]
HVAC Energy Efficiency
Property management companies and owners are reducing their carbon footprint by implementing new and innovative HVAC systems. Innovative tools are now available to help them measure and track their efficiency efforts, ultimately maximizing HVAC energy efficiency with optimization. Here we listed some trends in the HVAC energy efficiency realm of sustainability and energy efficiency. Integrated […]
HVAC Solutions
Most properties have some type of HVAC system. It works to meet the heating and cooling demands of an establishment. Individuals should follow a preventative maintenance plan to prevent problems from arising. However, wear and tear or faulty parts cause it to break down. That’s when you—the HVAC contractor—step in to fix any issues with […]
HVAC Environmental Impact
It is not common for homeowners to know how energy-intensive their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems can be. Yet, on average, HVAC systems account for 39 percent of all electricity used in commercial and family buildings. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, upwards of 30 percent of HVAC costs are lost to waste. […]
HVAC Automation
Your building’s HVAC system handles multiple tasks. It helps to maintain a comfortable indoor climate and it controls the proper ventilation to promote healthy indoor air quality. But new HVAC automation and building automation tools enable more efficient and effective heating, cooling and ventilation control. In fact, the building automation market in North America is […]
HVAC Industry Terms
HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) is a significant sub-discipline of mechanical engineering. As a result, the HVAC industry can be a maze of strange acronyms and industry terms. Is it normal to feel confused and overwhelmed when you meet your HVAC technician. From the most common system types to HVAC components and efficiency ratios, […]
