Tag Archive for: NYC
Should I Switch From Will-Call to Automatic Heating Oil Delivery?
Quick answer: If you would rather have your heating oil provider manage your refill schedule instead of checking the tank and placing each order yourself, switching from will-call to automatic heating oil delivery may make sense.
Why Does My Hot Water Run Out So Fast?
Hot water can run out quickly because your household is using it faster than your water heater can heat it, the system is producing less hot water than it should, or cold water is mixing into the hot-water supply. Common causes include back-to-back showers, faulty heating components, sediment buildup and mixing-valve problems.
Why Is My Boiler Running but My Radiators Are Cold?
If your boiler seems to be running but your radiators stay cold, either the system is not producing heat or that heat is not reaching the rooms. A lit display or humming motor does not always mean the burner has fired.
NYC Existing Building Code 2027: What Property Managers Should Know About Heating and HVAC Upgrades
New York City is changing how alterations to existing buildings are regulated.
Beginning July 17, 2027, the new NYC Existing Building Code, or EBC, will govern alteration applications filed for existing buildings across the five boroughs.
How Long Does a Standby Generator Last? When to Service or Replace It
Quick answer: A well-maintained home standby generator can last 20 years or more, but age alone does not determine when it should be replaced. Run hours, maintenance history, operating conditions, corrosion, repair frequency and whether the generator still meets your home’s backup power needs all matter.
What Does Non-Firm Gas Non-Compliance Actually Cost?
If your building runs on natural gas in New York City, you may be on a non-firm (interruptible) service agreement — and if so, October 1 is a hard compliance deadline you cannot afford to miss.
How to Switch Heating Oil Companies in NYC Before Winter
If you’re thinking about switching heating oil companies before winter, the process is usually manageable. The important part is getting the timing right.
Before ending service with your current provider, review any existing agreement, confirm that your new heating oil company serves your address, choose how you want future deliveries handled, and make sure the transition is coordinated before your tank gets too low.
What’s the Difference Between a Boiler and a Burner?
A boiler and a burner work together, but they do different jobs. In a fuel-fired heating system, the burner creates the heat by burning fuel, while the boiler uses that heat to warm water or produce steam that carries heat through the home.