Latest News From Team Electric, Heating & Cooling

Team Introduces Plumbing Division

13 January 2012

Team is proud to announce that we are now providing plumbing services to our customers.

 

What this means to homeowners in central New Jersey is that now you can have the same level of timely, professional service for your plumbing needs that you are accustomed to with Team.

We will be happy to provide general plumbing services including:

  • Fixtures
  • Drain Cleaning
  • Leaks
  • Hot Water Heaters
  • Boilers
  • Garbage disposals
  • Sump Pumps
  • Frozen Pipe Repair

The new plumbing division will be lead by Master Plumber Stan Chevlov who is looking forward to the opportunity to serve Team's loyal customers.

Whether the job is big or small we will provide a high level of service for your plumbing needs.

Call us today at 1-800-997-9121 to schedule an appointment.

DOE Finalizes Regional Standards for Efficiency

04 January 2012

On October 25th the Department of Energy confirmed new standards for efficiency that will change what type of furnace of air conditioning systems can be installed in residential homes.

What this means for New Jersey residents is that beginning in May 2013, the minimum AFUE rating that will be allowed will be 90%. The current minimum is 80%. The biggest difference to a homeowner who will be replacing a furnace that is under 90% is the flue which exhausts the spent fuel. A 90%+ furnace requires a different type of flue (PVC) than an 80% furnace. This means that the installation may require more labor than simply replacing the furnace.

It may also add complexity to a furnace replacement in condominiums and townhomes where installing a new flue will not be as simple as in a single family home.

For full details visit:   http://www.achrnews.com/articles/118250-doe-finalizes-regional-standards

 

Team is well versed in the types of installations, if you have any questions feel free to call us or visit.  http://www.team-heating.com/furnace-new-jersey/afue-furnace-new-jersey.html

Team Earns Award For Customer Service

15 December 2011

 

Angies List Award

Team Electric, Heating & Cooling Inc.

 

 

 

Earns Coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award

Award reflects businesses’ consistently high level of customer service

Team Electric, heating & Cooling Inc. has been awarded the prestigious 2011 Angie’s List Super Service Award, an honor bestowed annually on approximately 5 percent of all the businesses rated on the nation’s leading provider of consumer reviews on local service and health providers.

“It is nice to have the employees of Team be recognized for the work and dedication that they put in everyday”  said Owner Michael Polchak.

“Only a fraction of the businesses rated on Angie’s List can claim the sterling service record of being a Super Service Award winner because we set a high bar,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “The fact that Team Electric, Heating & Cooling Inc. can claim Super Service Award status speaks volumes about its dedication to consumers.”

Angie’s List Super Service Award winners have met strict eligibility requirements including earning a minimum number of reports, an exemplary rating from their clients and abiding by Angie’s List operational guidelines.

Ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List, but members can find the 2011 Super Service Award logo next to business names in search results on AngiesList.com.

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Angie’s List collects consumer reviews on local contractors and doctors in more than 500 service categories. Currently, more than 2 million consumers across the U.S. rely on Angie’s List to help them make the best hiring decisions. Members get unlimited access to local ratings via Internet or phone, exclusive discounts, the Angie’s List magazine and help from the Angie’s List complaint resolution service. Take a quick tour of Angie’s List and view the latest Angie’s List news.

 

Kitchen Lighting By Team

14 December 2011

Here is another example of under cabinet lighting done by Team Electric. On this project we coordinated with the contractor for the kitchen renovation to provide the customer with under cabinet lighting, recessed lighting and a new ceiling fan. Our customer in Wall Township NJ was very pleased with the entire outcome of this remodeled kitchen.

Wall NJ Kitchen Lighting

Dangers of Aluminum Wiring in New Jersey

13 December 2011

Here is an example of what can happen when aluminum wiring is not properly spliced inside a box that houses switches or receptacles. This photo was taken at a customers home in Twin Rivers, NJ. What you can see in the photo is a burnt box in a wall that was housing two switches.

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Warning signs, such as warm-to-the-touch face plates on outlets or switches, flickering lights, circuits that don't work, or the smell of burning plastics, can indicate a fire hazard within 15- and 20-ampere aluminum wiring circuits. A failure in the circuits can lead to electrical arcing and a serious fire, which can spread within the walls of a home before being detected.

We’re pretty good at “generating” new ideas.

17 November 2011

Here’s how to keep your lights burning, heating or cooling system cranking, and TV blasting…even when your neighbors have lost all power.

At best, losing electrical power is a nuisance…even if just for a couple of hours.

At worst, it can cost you hundreds of dollars in spoiled food…not to mention possible risks to your family’s health and security.

And power outages are no strangers in our neck of the woods…thanks to major storms, utility company overload, and a host of other potential causes.

What’s a careful homeowner to do?  For absolute peace of mind, we highly recommend a whole-house generator.

Keep in mind…we’re not talking about the kind you buy at your local hardware store.  Those are noisy, run on gasoline, and emit noxious carbon monoxide fumes… just as your car does.  Equally important, they generate only enough power to keep a couple of appliances running at any given time…which means no central air or heat!  Plus, they need a fresh supply of gasoline every couple of hours.  Not much of a solution, is it?

There were at least 64 deaths in 2005 alone from CO poisoning associated with generators. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission.

 

At Team Electric, Heating & Cooling we provide and install generators that can literally power your entire home, or only those circuits and appliances of greatest importance to you until the public power supply is restored.

With a professionally-installed generator from Team, you’ll also enjoy:

•No smell of gasoline…our whole-house generators run on natural gas or propane, which means they’ll run for as long as you need them to;

•Greater security knowing you’ve bought a high quality product from a licensed electrical contractor;

•Years of faithful use with a simple annual tune-up.

A whole-house generator, fully installed, costs about the same as a new central air conditioning system.  Is it worth it?  That all depends on how much you value an uninterrupted flow of electricity to your home.  At the same time, we offer long-term  financing to help make your purchase more convenient, and more affordable.

 

Recent Service Up-Grade in Ortley Beach NJ

03 August 2011

Mast Service 200 Amp Ortley Beach nj

This is a photo of a recent mast service upgrade done in Ortley Beach, NJ. Barry the electrician on the job, who is rightfully proud of his work, took the photo. This is an example of the quality installations that are done by Team all over central New Jersey. Team worked in conjunction with the local power company in order to facilitate this project based on their requirements.

Proper Maintenence is Key

16 May 2011

Here is an example of a poorly maintained air conditioning coil. What you can see is the amount of debris that is clogging the airflow that cools the home. As a result of this type of clog there will be reduced performance and increased utility bills. Call Team today to schedule an appointment in New Jersey.

Visit the Team Air Conditioning Site for more information or to book a service call.

Clogged AC coil NJ

“How About A Hammock…Right Here in the Living Room!”

25 April 2011

Forgotten what it feels like to be cool and comfortable in your own home? Then perhaps it’s time for a new or replacement central air conditioning system. But before you start stirring up the iced tea, here’s a guide to help you choose wisely.

There are lots of ways to “keep the cool” around your home.

Sitting on a block of ice, for example. Fast and sure relief, but a little inconvenient…

especially while mowing the lawn. Wait, how about an outdoor swimming pool? Wonderful to have, but not so wonderful when it comes to your home’s resale value. So let’s see now, what does that leave? Hmmm….

Central air conditioning, of course: the ultimate relief-giver in the warm months. And in some cases, a medical necessity for people with allergies and other health-related issues.

So whether you’re thinking new or replacement, here’s a guide to help you get the most system for your money in the shortest amount of time possible. For starters, if you already have central air and/or forced-air heating, a new system can be installed in less than a day with existing ductwork. A lot of that depends on just how well and evenly your ductwork now distributes air throughout your home…that’s something we’ll analyze for you.

You also should consider purchasing a combined, high-efficiency heating and cooling system, especially if your existing furnace or boiler is more than 10 years. You’ll pay a little more for the installation, but you’ll make back the difference -- and more – with increased energy savings. Not to mention a great big boost in your peace of mind.

Just how much cooling system do you need? That depends on several factors, including:

· Approximate square footage

· One or two stories

· When your home was built

· Number of openings (windows and doors)

· Extent of weather-stripping and insulation

When all is said and done, you can expect to purchase an AC system with about one ton (12,000 BTUs) of air conditioning per 1,000 square feet of house.

After determining the tonnage your home requires, it's then a matter of choosing a unit with the appropriate SEER rating. The higher the rating, the more efficient the system. We also work hard to provide you with noise-free and draft-free operation

The number of doors and windows in your home also plays a role in choosing the right size and type of system. The more openings you have, the harder your system will have to work to maintain the desired temperature.

If central air has been on your mind lately, then Team would like to help you get the most system for your money. Give us a call, and we’ll start the estimating process right away.  TeamAirConditioning.com

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