How Do I Maintain My Commercial HVAC System During The Summer?

6/12/2023 (Permalink)

Summer in Nashville is hot! The average temperatures for the summer season are 89 degrees, but there are times when the thermometer reaches 100 degrees. There isn't a worse time for the HVAC system at your commercial location to malfunction!

As any wise business owner knows, the comfort of your customers is of the utmost importance, and when your building is too hot or too cold, your clients might decide to go elsewhere. 

Let’s talk about how to maintain your commercial HVAC system during the sizzling summer months here in Middle Tennessee.

What Are Some Top HVAC Maintenance Tips I Can Use?

To keep your commercial HVAC system running smoothly year-round, follow these four tips from Energy.gov:

1. The most critical maintenance task that will ensure the efficiency of your air conditioner is to replace or clean its filters routinely. Clogged, dirty filters reduce the amount of airflow and significantly reduce a system's efficiency. In addition, when airflow is obstructed, air can bypass the filter, deposit dirt directly into the evaporator coil, and impair the coil's heat-absorbing capacity. Replacing a dirty, clogged filter with a clean one can lower your air conditioner's energy consumption.
2. A clean filter prevents your HVAC evaporator coil from soiling quickly. In time, however, the evaporator coil will still collect dirt. This dirt reduces airflow and insulates the coil, reducing its ability to absorb heat. To avoid this problem, check your evaporator coil every year and clean it as necessary.
3. Minimize dirt and debris near the condenser unit. Your dryer vents, falling leaves, and lawn mower are all potential sources of dirt and debris. Cleaning the area around the coil, removing debris, and trimming foliage back at least 2 feet (0.6 meters) allow for adequate airflow around the condenser.
4. When your air conditioner needs more than regular maintenance, such as when it does not reduce the indoor temperature to a comfortable level, hire a professional service technician. A well-trained technician will find and fix problems in your air conditioning system.

Why Should I Call SERVPRO To Help Me Keep My Commercial HVAC System In Good Repair?

At SERVPRO of North Nashville, we pride ourselves on our quick turnaround and attention to detail. With SERVPRO, you can expect

• 24-Hour Emergency Service
• Us To Be Faster to Disasters of Any Size 
• Highly Trained Restoration Technicians
• To Work With A Trusted Leader in the Restoration Industry
• A Locally Owned and Operated Company
• Us To Use Advanced Restoration and Cleaning Equipment

The professionals at SERVPRO of North Nashville will routinely inspect your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning unit (HVAC). Keeping them clean can extend the life of the equipment; this can save you money and give you cleaner air to breathe.

The benefits of servicing your HVAC unit include the following:

• It helps to restore peak energy efficiency.
• It may eliminate offensive odors.
• It helps reduce the potential for mold growth.

For more information on commercial HVAC and air duct cleaning, call us today at (615) 876-9551. Our other commercial cleaning services include commercial water damage restoration, commercial fire damage restoration, commercial storm damage restoration, and so much more!

This franchise is independently owned and operated.