Nowadays, air conditioning systems are practically indispensable, especially in warmer places. For many people, the idea of living without one or more air conditioners at home is unthinkable, given how unbearable the heat and humidity can be. All this makes it a bit of a mystery why so many homes and buildings in Hawaii don’t […]
Take a quick drive through some of the residential communities in Hawaii, and you may wonder why many of the houses don’t seem to have air conditioning systems. “What is the reason for that?” you might ask. Considering the heat and humidity on the islands, it might seem a bit odd that many homeowners have […]
Whether you own a commercial building or a home, or even if you rent a commercial space for your business, fire prevention should be one of your top safety concerns. Unfortunately, fires are all too common both in the home and in commercial buildings, and many of these building fires could be prevented by following […]
Indoor air quality in buildings is strongly connected to the health and well-being of those working and living inside the building. We spend a lot of time indoors, whether we’re working, relaxing, or sleeping, so the quality of the air we breathe there is important. Good quality indoor air has health benefits, as well as […]
When we think of trash chutes, we generally think of multi-story condominium buildings or office buildings where the trash chute is used by individuals to avoid carrying their trash down many flights of stairs. However, trash chutes can also be found in multi-level restaurants or those located on higher floors in commercial buildings. Pros of […]
While grills, fryers, and ovens may seem like some of the most important appliances in a restaurant, there is one appliance working behind the scenes that does even more for the business – the heating and cooling system. The HVAC system and ductwork are one of the most overlooked systems in the restaurant, but it […]
While residential and commercial HVAC systems serve the same purpose of heating, ventilating, and cooling a room or building, the two types of systems are actually pretty different. There are major variations in the size, parts, placement, and installation, as well as the complexity of the system and the set-up of the actual mechanisms. Addressing […]
Sometimes, we forget how lucky we are to live with modern technology to help with everyday tasks. One of the appliances we most often take for granted is the dryer. Instead of hanging our clothes on an outdoor line for a day, we throw them in a magic machine and – poof! – half an […]
While the invention of the washing machine and clothes dryer have made doing laundry even easier, it can still be a dreaded household chore. It is a necessary evil for all households to ensure everyone is clean, comfortable, and clothed! As you complete your load – or loads – of laundry for the week, you […]
When we consider some of the most useful appliances in our home, one of the biggest assets of modern living is the washer and dryer. Instead of having to spend an entire day washing, scrubbing, and hanging laundry on a line to dry, we have the ability to throw a load in with some soap, […]