In the summer, the hotter temperatures and humidity do not just affect people, they also affects the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in commercial buildings. It is during this time that many commercial building owners can spend up to an additional 30% on energy costs because of improper commercial HVAC energy efficiency management.
Improving Your HVAC Energy Efficiency
If you are concerned about getting the most out of your heating and cooling system, here are some tips you can follow in order to improve your St. Louis commercial HVAC energy efficiency, minimize waste, and save up on costs.
- Let professionals evaluate your commercial HVAC system – Our experts can help determine how your HVAC is performing and identify maintenance issues. Expert advice on how to improve your HVAC’s performance can translate to up to 10% in energy efficiency improvement.
- Get rid of old equipment – Equipment such as decades old thermostats may still be working alright, but they are not made with energy efficiency in mind. Invest in newer models that are better at managing HVAC energy efficiency. For example, newer thermostats are able to adjust the cooling and heating automatically using built in mechanisms so there is no need for human intervention.
- Replace broken parts and air filters – Air filters are one of the most important parts of an HVAC system. Replacing them on a regular basis is a must if you want to improve your HVAC energy efficiency. Additionally, keeping dirty air filters may lessen the air quality within your commercial building. You can improve airflow and air quality in your commercial building by replacing air filters once a month. Also, be sure to replace broken parts of your commercial HVAC systems as soon as possible. Broken parts make your HVAC system perform at less than optimal levels.
- Seal ducts properly – Poorly sealed ducts are one of the most common causes of airflow loss. This translates to unnecessary waste and loss in HVAC energy efficiency. Commercial building ducts can be very intricate so having a professional maintain them is the key to ensuring all ducts are properly sealed.
- Create a team to regularly manage the HVAC system – For many larger buildings and companies, having a team of experts who are knowledgeable about the HVAC systems in your commercial building is a must. They should be responsible for managing your systems, maintenance schedules, and other problems that may affect HVAC energy efficiency. This team can catch small problems before they become disastrous or replace small parts before bigger problems arise.
- Check for HVAC system depreciation – This may sound like something for your accountant to manage, but it is also your responsibility. Managing your St. Louis HVAC system’s lifecycle means you must be prepared for the day when it will fail. To ensure you are prepared you should plan for commercial HVAC upgrades, replacement of parts, and regular maintenance.
Contact the HVAC Energy Efficiency Experts
Improving St. Louis HVAC energy efficiency is the first step to saving energy and preventing waste. To learn more about how to improve your commercial HVAC energy efficiency this summer, contact the heating & air conditioning experts at Galmiche & Sons today!
