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What does the V stand for in HVAC?

The “V” in HVAC stands for “Ventilation.” HVAC is an acronym for Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning. These systems are designed to provide thermal comfort and improve indoor air quality in residential, commercial, and industrial settings. Ventilation is exchanging or replacing air in a space to control temperature, remove moisture, odors, smoke, heat, dust, airborne bacteria, and carbon dioxide, and replenish oxygen.

The “V” in HVAC is Very Important – Breath Easier, Save Money

Summer is officially here. For most home and business owners, that means air conditioning running between 12 and 24 hours daily. There’s a lot more than just keeping your home or business comfortably cool. It’s also crucial that you realize that the air OUTSIDE most homes and businesses is pulling in pollen, pollution, mold spores, bacteria, and a host of other microbes that can make you, your family, your clients, and your customers severely, and unnecessarily ill.

Bergen County towns typically have a balance of residential and commercial businesses. In 2016,  the American Lung Association reported on the state of New Jersey’s air quality by county. As you can see, like almost all of New Jersey, Bergen County received an “F” or failing grade for air quality.

What Can Be Done to Reduce Harmful Exposure?

Fortunately, there are preventative actions you can take, regardless of where you live or conduct business. Data USA reported in 2015 that retail shopping in Bergen County was 11.5%, and industrial areas where manufacturing and construction are conducted were 13.1%. Automotive exhaust pollution from a concentration of personal and commercial vehicles in Bergen County on Routes 17, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the Garden State Parkway find their way into your home or business. Add to it the seasonal pollen production, and towns like Paramus, Ridgewood, Fort Lee, Teaneck, Englewood Cliffs, East Rutherford, and Hackensack are targets for air pollutants from cars, trucks, trees, weeds, and other flora.

Here are some general tips to help you maintain and optimize your HVAC system:

  1. Regular maintenance: Schedule regular maintenance checks with a professional technician to ensure your system runs efficiently and identify any potential issues before they become significant problems.
  2. Replace air filters: Replace or clean your air filters every 1-3 months, depending on the type of filter and usage. A clean air filter improves air quality, reduces strain on the system, and lowers energy consumption.
  3. Seal ducts: Check your ductwork for leaks or gaps, and seal them using mastic sealant or metal tape. Properly sealed ducts improve system efficiency and reduce energy waste.
  4. Insulate your home: Insulate your home properly to reduce heat transfer and maintain a consistent indoor temperature. This will help your HVAC system work more efficiently and save energy.
  5. Use a programmable thermostat: Install a programmable thermostat to adjust the temperature settings based on your daily routine automatically. This can help save energy and reduce your utility bills.
  6. Keep outdoor units clean: Make sure there are no leaves, debris, or obstructions around your outdoor units. This ensures proper airflow and helps your system work more efficiently.
  7. Clear indoor vents: Keep furniture, curtains, and other items away from indoor vents to ensure proper airflow.
  8. Use ceiling fans: Ceiling fans can help distribute cool air in the summer and warm air in the winter, reducing the load on your HVAC system.
  9. Inspect insulation on refrigerant lines: Make sure the insulation on your refrigerant lines is intact to prevent energy loss.
  10. Upgrade your system: If your HVAC system is old or inefficient, consider upgrading to a new, energy-efficient model to save on energy costs and improve overall comfort.

Consult a professional HVAC technician for advice tailored to your system and local climate conditions.

Professional HVAC Technicians Can Help

There is a famous expression – “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” This summarizes the approach that homes owners and business owners can do comes in the towns of Bergen County, NJ. The key word in HVAC is the “V” for ventilation. Whether it’s a 40-year-old home with window air conditioners that should be replaced due to inefficiencies or central air systems that have been neglected for any tune-up, Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC has the know-how to help clients large and small to improve the quality of the air in their home or business without a lot of cost, mess or inconvenience. Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC works with every famous brand of heating, cooling, and ventilation system. A simple tune-up to a system that’s been neglected for 5, 10, 20 years, or more, will improve precise airflow while reducing the load on the system, thereby saving money on your utility bill. Call Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC today at 201-343-1414 or visit our new website at https://mucciaplumbing.com/

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About Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC

Exclusively Serving Bergen County, New Jersey

Michael Muccia is a Master Plumber and the owner and operator of Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC. Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC is a full-service Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) service company based in and serving Bergen County, NJ, since 1978. The Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC team of trained and certified service technicians offers various services, including general plumbing and heating maintenance, for residential and commercial clients.

Whatever your plumbing, heating, air conditioning, or ventilation needs are, it’s easier with Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC. We treat our customers, large and small, with the best service in the industry. We know you have a choice when considering an HVAC company, and no matter what we do for you, we treat it as the most crucial job in our history. Our experience proves that we know how to work efficiently, which keeps costs low, uses only the best components within budget, and stands behind the work we do.

Muccia Plumbing, Heating & AC has locations in the following areas:

Hackensack | Hillside | Ramsey | Waldwick | Maywood | Tenafly