You shouldn’t cringe every time you receive your business’s monthly energy bill. Maintaining a temperate space for employees and customers is easy if you have the right commercial air conditioning plan. Below are five tips that will help your commercial AC unit last longer and keep your operating costs under control.

Improving the Lifespan of Your Commercial Air Conditioning System

1. Change the Filter Every Month

In addition to following filter maintenance recommendations from your air conditioning owner’s manual, consider other factors that may affect how often you should change the filter. For example, if you operate a small pet shop, your filter needs cleaning or replacing about once a month due to fur and hair. Clogged filters impede airflow, causing your system to expend more energy to cool your business.

2. Seal Air Leaks

Use caulk and weatherstripping materials to seal air leaks around your business’s windows, doors, and foundation. If your commercial air conditioning system relies on ductwork, get the seams sealed to keep cool air from leaking and reducing unit efficiency.

3. Purchase A Programmable Thermostat

Control the temperature in different sections of your business with a programmable thermostat. For example, back rooms with non-perishable inventory items may not have the same cooling requirements as the front of the store where customers shop or eat. Use a programmable thermostat to lower your cooling bills and save your system extra stress.

4. Clean Exterior Units

Wipe down the exterior sections of your commercial air conditioning system to remove sand, leaves, twigs, road dust, and other debris. Check for animal nests and trim branches hanging over the system or rubbing on it. Pruning keeps branches from scratching or falling on the unit.

5. Schedule Annual Inspections

Request commercial air conditioning maintenance every year. Technicians will clean your system, lubricate moving parts, refill refrigerant, check for leaks, and make repairs before costly issues arise. Routine professional maintenance may also keep your warranty valid, depending on the system’s brand. 

Work with the commercial air conditioning contractors at Aloha State Services to ensure your investment lasts. Also specializing in commercial refrigeration and walk-in freezers, this company has served Honolulu, HI, and the rest of Oahu since 1984. Call the EPA-certified team today at (808) 832-2622 to make an appointment or visit the website for additional commercial and industrial HVAC information.