Your commercial HVAC system could be one of your biggest investments. As the owner, you must be spending a large chunk of money each year on facility costs. In the US, both industrial and commercial facilities spend approximately $400 billion on energy costs annually. This figure can increase at a massive amount with a defective and inefficient HVAC system.
If you want to generate savings on facility and energy costs, a preventive HVAC maintenance is a key. Here is a maintenance checklist perfect for your commercial heating and cooling system.
Indoor Components
- Lubricate or replace belts if necessary.
- Check and clean fan blower to prevent dust and dirt buildup.
- Clean the combustion blower housing to allow a smooth and fresh flow of air.
- Clear evaporator coils, condensate lines, and drip pan.
- Inspect and clean the burner assembly, ignition system, and heat exchanger.
- Test all safety controls.
- Check the wiring, connections, and control box for dislocation and wear. See if they are tightened and in good condition.
- Replace or clean your air filters.
- Examine your duct system for rodents, pests, moisture or dust formation.
- Make sure to clear the condensate lines and drain pans of any obstructions such as bushes, leaves, trunks and all sort of dirt.
- Fence the compressor to avoid wear and damage caused by outdoor and natural elements.
- Inspect and lubricate fan motors and blades.
- Look at all switches, connections, wirings and safety controls.
- Measure the refrigerant level. Recharge if needed.
