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As summer winds down and cooler weather approaches, building owners and facility managers across New York City are preparing for one of the most critical challenges of the year: keeping their New York City facilities warm, comfortable, and compliant without overspending. Heating is one of the largest operational expenses for commercial properties in NYC, and…
Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems have become the gold standard in commercial HVAC cooling across New York City. Their flexibility, zoning precision, and energy efficiency make VRF systems ideal for dense urban buildings and multi-use properties. This is especially true for our customers in healthcare, finance, hospitality, and retail stores. But even the most advanced…
Queens is one of the most diverse boroughs in New York City. It’s not just culturally, but architecturally and commercially. From bustling restaurants, high-end condos, and boutique retailers, each property type has unique heating, ventilation, and air conditioning demands. At AFGO Mechanical, we understand that a one-size-fits-all maintenance approach doesn’t cut it in a borough…
Manhattan’s skyline is a testament to architectural innovation, but maintaining optimal commercial HVAC performance in its towering structures presents unique challenges. With thousands of high-rise buildings packed into a dense urban environment, ensuring efficient climate control and air quality is crucial for residents, businesses, and property managers alike. This is where AFGO Mechanical Services excels,…
To control the environment in your commercial or industrial facility, you need a commercial HVAC system. This type of equipment is specifically designed to handle the complexities associated with heating and cooling a large-scale operation. It’s important to understand how commercial HVAC systems work so you can choose the right one for your needs. Commercial HVAC…
Get Ready For the Hottest Summer on Record – Prepare Your HVAC System Summers in New York City are HOT, but 2025 is set to be the hottest summer on record yet. To help prepare your building for the heatwave, AFGO has compiled a list of essential steps you should take to get your commercial…
Winter HVAC Checklist for Commercial Buildings Manhattan winters can be brutal, especially when you need to keep commercial buildings comfortable. Whether you’re preparing for the comfort needs of your high-rise residents or have concerns about how the cold will affect your manufacturing facilities’ HVAC equipment, AFGO Mechanical is here to help. Our team put together…
What Does SEER Mean For Me? SEER is to your air conditioner what MPG is to your car; an efficiency rating that determines your machine’s operating costs (i.e. your energy bills). An AC with a low SEER rating wastes electricity like a Hummer guzzles gas. Both machines are inefficient, expensive to run, and leave carbon…
The Importance Of Insulation Proper insulation is the key to saving money on your energy bills all year long. Many utility companies even offer rebates as incentives to upgrade existing insulation. A minimal investment in quality insulation drastically reduces heating and cooling costs by decreasing the amount of heating or cooling you need to maintain…
AFGO Is Proud To Support Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month June is Alzheimer’s Awareness & Brain Awareness Month (ABAM) in the United States, and AFGO is proud to “go purple” and support the effort to raise awareness of this condition. Alzheimer’s is the 6th leading cause of death in America, and the latest estimates are…
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