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How to Tell You Need New Commercial HVAC Installation

Wednesday, November 12th, 2014

Your commercial HVAC system has kept your employees, tenants, customers, and/or clients comfortable throughout the years. But as the years go by, you may begin to wonder: when is it time to replace an older commercial HVAC system? Commercial heating and air conditioning systems are built tough to handle a large heating or cooling load, but they cannot last forever. The following are some of the signs that new installation is the best choice for your business.

  • Old Age: Commercial HVAC systems unfortunately have an expiration date of sorts, although this number varies depending on the system. Ask your commercial technician about the lifespan of your particular unit or check with the manufacturer for an estimation. Keep in mind than if you use your system more often than the average property, or if you do not change filters and schedule regular maintenance, your system may not last as long.
  • Frequent Repairs: Another common sign indicating the need for new installation is frequent calls to a technician for repairs. Not every problem should be a major cause for alarm. If a problem with your HVAC system is fixed quickly, it usually will not have any major effect on your equipment overall. However, if you’ve found yourself contacting a contractor multiple times over the last couple of years, the components may be beginning to wear down. Generally, it’s less costly to replace the entire unit than to fix it piece-by-piece.
  • High Energy Costs: It costs a lot to run an air conditioning or heating system for long enough to heat or cool an entire building. But if you notice an even greater increase in your heating or cooling costs than usual, it may mean that the parts are in poor condition and cannot operate efficiently.

You should also keep in mind that commercial installations and repairs are a job for trained professionals only. Commercial specialists know what to look for with larger systems, and will not try to upsell you with a new system if a simple repair will keep it running for another year or two. Call AC Designs Inc. to speak with specialists about commercial HVAC in St. Augustine.

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Signs You Need Commercial HVAC Repair Services

Wednesday, October 1st, 2014

The HVAC system in your commercial property plays a critical role in day-to-day operations: without a comfortable environment with controlled humidity, worker productivity will suffer and you can also end up with unhappy customers and clients. If your commercial HVAC in Daytona Beach, FL begins to falter and negatively affect the comfort inside the workspace, you need to call for repair specialists to take care of the problem, fast.

AC Designs Inc. is a name you can trust for quality commercial HVAC services. We have helped businesses in the greater Jacksonville and Daytona areas stay comfortable—no matter the weather outside—for more than a decade. Make us your first call when it comes to taking care of the air conditioning and heating for your commercial property.

Here are some signs to watch for that warn you need professional repair services:

Noisy Heating/Cooling Operation

Modern commercial heating and air conditioning units for businesses are designed to work with a minimum of noise pollution; you don’t need a distracting rumbling noise bothering your employees and/or customers. When strange sounds begin to come from the vents, or the compressor starts to create bizarre noises every time it turns on, you may have major mechanical issues inside the HVAC system that will require trained technicians to investigate.

Elevated Utility Bills

We know that you keep a close watch on the finances for your company, and that includes the regular utility bills. When an HVAC unit starts to malfunction, it will make the heater and air conditioner work harder to achieve their expected temperature levels, and this will create a spike in the utility bills. If you cannot account for a sudden rise on these bills, call for repair specialists to see if there is anything wrong with the HVAC system.

Hot or Cold Spots in the Workspace

As a heater or air conditioner starts to fail due to a repair need, it will create uneven temperatures. If employees or customers start to complain about certain rooms feeling uncomfortably warm or cool, you should look into repairs for the system. One likely possibility is that the unit is leaking refrigerant and losing its ability to condition the air. There is also the chance that the thermostat system is miscalibrated or otherwise malfunctioning.

To help keep repair problems from threatening your commercial property’s comfort, arrange to have regular maintenance. Experienced commercial technicians will inspect the system twice a year (once in spring, once in fall) to see that it has no impending repair issues that need addressing. The technicians will also tune-up the HVAC system so that it runs at its maximum efficiency.

In Daytona Beach, FL, commercial HVAC repair from AC Designs Inc. will make certain your commercial space remains comfortable throughout the year. You can contact us for regular maintenance as well.

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3 Distinctive Features of Commercial HVAC Systems

Friday, June 20th, 2014

In principle, commercial HVAC systems don’t differ in any significant way from residential HVAC systems. Both use constantly cycling refrigerant gas to lower the temperature of the air, which can then be blown through the space via a fan and a system of ducts. Here in Orange Park, commercial HVAC systems are a common sight in office buildings and malls, and you might assume that the practical details are the same as they are with residential systems. However, commercial systems have different requirements, and while the basic principles are the same, the specifics can sometimes make them look like very different devices. Here are 3 distinctive features of commercial HVAC systems that you can find on most common makes and models.

  • Higher capacity. Office buildings and other types of business space tend to be much larger than your average home, and thus require a lot more cooling power to keep properly conditioned. Accordingly, commercial air conditioning systems tend to have a lot more power than residential systems and are usually a good deal larger as a result.
  • Modular. At the same time, the specific needs of commercial spaces can change quite often, as old tenants leave and new ones arrive. You can’t simply replace the whole air conditioning system just because a new business has different needs than the old one. Instead, commercial systems adopt a modular approach: adding new AC units onto the existing system as needed and shutting down the old ones when they aren’t needed. It helps the system stay efficient while still meeting the needs of the space.
  • Rooftop placement. Business space is often a priority, which is why you often find commercial HVAC systems on the roof of their building. That necessitates a sturdier construction to fend off the ravages of weather, but frees up space on the property for parking, storage or practical office space.

The distinctive features of commercial HVAC systems mean that you should call upon an installation service with experience in handling them. And in Orange Park, commercial HVAC systems are the purveyance of AC Designs Inc. Give us a call today to set up an appointment and let us show you what we can do!

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