The Benefits of Preventive HVAC Maintenance over Breakdown Maintenance

Did you know that HVAC systems in commercial buildings are responsible for more than 40% of total energy use? Whoa! Now just think of the impact of an inefficient HVAC system on your energy bills. A dirty condenser coil alone can increase building energy consumption by 30%. Lack of proper HVAC maintenance can cause costly breakdowns and premature equipment failure. So how do you handle HVAC maintenance? Well, you have two options:

1. Preventive HVAC Maintenance (Proactive)
2. Breakdown HVAC Maintenance (Reactive)

Reduce HVAC Replacement and Repairs with Preventative Maintenance

You may be thinking; “Why would I pay for HVAC maintenance that I do not need right now?” Preventive or planned HVAC maintenance can save you money and headaches. How?

1. Energy Use: Commercial buildings utilizing a preventive HVAC maintenance plan use as much as 20% less energy than facilities that rely on breakdown maintenance. Regular inspection, testing, and maintenance help keep your HVAC equipment running at peak efficiency.
2. Convenience: When HVAC equipment breaks down, who do you think is inconvenienced more, your wallet, your employees, or your customers/clients/tenants? The answer is all of the above. Not only are HVAC repairs costly, but your employees and customers/clients/tenants will be left in the cold, literally…depending on the season.
3. Longevity: A well-maintained HVAC system will last longer than a neglected system, prolonging costly replacement.
4. IT: Mission-critical data centers and computer room air conditioning equipment (CRAC) must be maintained to prevent downtime. Regular servicing with a preventive program for your high-density cooling equipment will help manage heat loads, ensure continuous equipment operation, and lower energy consumption.
5. Money: Reactive, breakdown maintenance is the most costly way to maintain a commercial building’s HVAC equipment. Preventive HVAC maintenance helps lower energy costs, minimizes costly breakdowns, and extends the life of HVAC equipment.

Crockett Facilities Services, Inc. (CFSI)

The MSCA GreenSTAR qualified service technicians at CFSI evaluate HVAC and mechanical equipment in commercial buildings to optimize performance and reduce energy consumption. Throughout our 13-year history, CFSI has serviced prestigious government facilities and commercial office buildings, implementing innovative operations and maintenance practices to lower operating expenses and ensure consistent and efficient performance.

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