With the official start of summer, it’s essential to ensure that your commercial HVAC system is ready for the rest of the season.
Although the summer heat has been upon us for several weeks, it may surprise you to know that summer has only just started. The summer solstice occurs around 6 AM on June 21st, and so with the official start of summer, it’s essential to ensure that your commercial HVAC system is ready for the rest of the season.
Clean Out the Ducts
The first step in preparing your commercial HVAC for the summer is to clean out the ducts. Chances are you have already done this every time the seasons changed between last summer and this one. For instance, once before the holidays and once right before spring began. However, even if you did this, you should clean out your ducts again to remove any new allergens that might have gathered since the last time you performed this inspection. When you do this, you can help improve the airflow in your building.
Improving airflow also helps your office space feel more comfortable because all the conditioned air in the world won’t help if you can’t circulate it to where your workers, guests, and server equipment need it most, especially in the already hot temperatures of the summer.
Install New Filters
Once you are satisfied that the ducts have been properly cleaned out, the next step is to install some new air filters. Putting new air filters into your commercial HVAC system ensures that there will be cleaner air – even if the air from the ducts is clean, it can still be contaminated by whatever is trapped in the old filters that have been neglected for six months.
Installing new filters can enhance the indoor air quality of your building. Maintaining excellent indoor air quality will help your employees feel better even when the heat outside makes them feel drowsy. Even the best commercial HVAC systems need to be kept clean. That way, any cold air that is distributed isn’t contributing to allergies or illnesses that not only hamper your employees’ ability to concentrate while they are in the office, but will also force them to take time off to feel better.
Look for Signs of Damage
Lastly, you also need to inspect your commercial HVAC for any potential signs of damage. To do so, you should consult the experts at Crockett Facilities. We can help you diagnose any problems caused by overworking your HVAC unit – or the system as a whole. Finding and repairing damages can avert the possibility of a catastrophic breakdown that will interfere with your ability to run your business and help ensure that your equipment will last you for years before you need to replace them.
Crockett Facilities Can Help!
Crockett Facilities Services, Inc. (CFSI) is committed to helping building owners, property managers, engineers, and facility professionals lower their operating expenses through HVAC preventive maintenance. We can develop a cost-effective, customized preventive maintenance plan for your commercial building that will provide you with peace of mind, improved comfort, and energy savings.
To learn more about the importance of HVAC Preventive Maintenance, please contact us at 202.600.2787 or mford@crockett-facilities.com. Our PM contract customers receive priority service with 24/7 emergency service in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC.