If you own an office building or commercial property, you need a quality HVAC system to keep all of your employees, customers, and tenants comfortable. To get the most out of your system, you also need to maintain your equipment regularly.

How to Properly Maintain a Commercial HVAC System

1. Change Air Filters

As air passes through your building’s ventilation system, it often carries dust, hair, and tiny pieces of debris with it. Your system has air filters that are designed to catch these materials, but over time, the filters can get clogged and make it hard for air to pass through. This also impacts the air quality in your building, since the filters can’t catch any more dust and allergens. Depending on the size of your building, it’s a good idea to check these filters about once per month and change them whenever there’s buildup present.

2. Keep Units Clean

Both your interior and exterior units should also be cleaned regularly, so they don’t get clogged or circulate a ton of debris around your interior. Outdoor units also rely on fans to circulate air from outside the building, so make sure there aren’t any plants, tree branches, or tall patches of grass blocking the area around these units.

3. Program the Thermostat

It’s essential to set your thermostats to a comfortable temperature when people are present in your building. However, forcing your HVAC system to work that hard 24/7 can put a lot of strain on the equipment. After business hours, you can save money on your energy bills and extend the life of your unit by adjusting the temperature just a few degrees, then switching it back the next day. Make this process even easier by installing a programmable thermostat that will automatically make the changes for you.

Regular tune-ups and preventative maintenance from a professional can also help you extend the life of your system. If you need any help with your commercial HVAC equipment, turn to the professionals at Cornerstone Air Conditioning in Honolulu, HI. The HVAC contractors specialize in helping area businesses make their air conditioning systems as efficient as possible. They are trained to repair and replace a wide array of equipment, including cooling towers, chillers, heat pumps, and air-cooled condensing units. They’re also available 24/7 for emergency service. View a full list of services online or call (808) 847-3639 to request a free estimate.