Running a business is all about keeping an eye on the bottom line. For commercial property owners, this necessarily involves building maintenance and part of maintaining a comfortable and healthy work or retail environment is keeping HVAC systems in good running order. To keep system maintenance from becoming any larger of an investment than it needs to be, it’s important to know when to call a contractor for professional commercial heating and cooling unit repair in Norman OK, and when to throw in the towel and invest in a new unit.
The first step toward making this important decision is to evaluate the history of the unit in question. Even if the building has recently changed ownership, there should be records available that can help the new property owner evaluate what condition the system is in. These records should show the date of installation and any maintenance and repair services that have been contracted since. If the information is not readily available, it may be appropriate to contact a local company for a professional evaluation.
Before making any calls, it’s smart to take a careful look at each unit. This can help business owners to evaluate what condition the system as a whole is in. All parts should be intact and there should be no leaks either into or out of any component parts. Check the state of the filters and coils. They should be clean with little to no evidence of debris buildup and no visible damage. Bent or otherwise damaged coils will reduce operating efficiency, leading to increased costs.
Commercial heating and cooling unit repair in Norman OK is often a less expensive alternative to completely replacing units, but it will only save money in the long run if the system in question is recently installed and in generally good condition. Compare the cost of replacing any damaged parts, cleaning filters, and restoring optimal performance to that of having a new higher efficiency system installed. If the costs are comparable, consider replacement. HVAC technology is constantly evolving, encouraging increased energy efficiency that can save property owners money in the long run.
Having trouble maintaining comfortable indoor temperatures, or want to check on the operation of a recently purchased building’s HVAC system but not sure where to begin? Contact Comfort Xpress to schedule a system evaluation.
