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6 SIGNS YOU SHOULD REPLACE YOUR BUSINESS'S HVAC SYSTEM

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  • 22 May, 2018
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Most businesses rely heavily on their furnace and air conditioner to keep their building comfortable for staff and customers. You should keep your HVAC system up to date to maintain a good reputation and encourage clients or customers to return.


 For this reason, you need to recognize the signs that your HVAC system needs to be replaced. The following six warning signs can help you decide whether or not it's time to replace your commercial A/C and furnace.


Equipment Has Reached or Exceeded Its Expected Service Life

Air conditioners and heat pumps last ten to fifteen years, while furnaces last around fifteen to twenty years. Although these units may last longer (sometimes much longer) than their expected service life, an old appliance can fail at any time. Your business needs reliable heating and cooling in order to serve your customers properly.


Buying a new air conditioner and furnace before the units break down for the last time can help ensure there is no break in climate control in your commercial building. You can also shop around for the best deal and make a reasoned, thoughtful purchase, instead of a last minute decision when you purchase a unit on your own time.

Heating and Cooling Costs Are Rising

As your air conditioner and furnace begin to age, you'll notice your business heating and cooling costs begin to rise. This happens because furnaces and air conditioners naturally become less efficient over time.


Not only does this cost you additional money, but the decreased efficiency is also worse for the environment. A new air conditioner and furnace can help reduce your costs and your business's carbon footprint.

Service Calls Are Frequently Needed

You shouldn't have to call an HVAC repair person more than once annually for a tune-up. If you're calling for repairs on a regular basis, you could be fighting a losing battle. All new equipment can save your company money in the long run and can also prevent the unpleasant surprise that comes with realizing your air conditioner or furnace has broken down.

Temperature and Humidity Is Hard to Control

Your system running regularly should result in lower indoor humidity and comfortable temperatures. Uneven temperatures and high humidity can lead to mold growth, discomfort and loss of business.


If your HVAC system is unable to keep up with the demand of your commercial business, your air conditioner or furnace may be inappropriately sized for your building or that your equipment is too old to do the job. Either way, replacing the unit can help you take care of your building, your staff and your customers.

Customers Are Complaining

It's always disturbing when customers complain about discomfort. If your customers complain regularly about your business being too hot or too cold, look into this problem as quickly as possible. Word gets around when a business is unable to meet its clients' needs, so fixing this problem sooner rather than later can prevent this problem from hurting profits.

Eco-friendly Customers Have Concerns

An eco-friendly HVAC system can attract customers who prioritize businesses with environmentally friendly practices. If customers know that your current system isn't eco-friendly, they may want to choose another business.


To ensure that customers know what steps you have taken to make your business more environmentally-friendly, put up signs or write about your new system in your company newsletter. Keeping customers informed will help them appreciate your business more and may deepen their loyalty.


At Golden State Commercial Equipment Repair, we're happy to answer customer questions as needed. To find out more about how you can improve your business with a new HVAC system, contact us today.

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PROPER MAINTENANCE FOR YOUR COMMERCIAL CONVECTION OVEN

By Admin • 22 May, 2018
Building a commercial kitchen requires you to invest in costly equipment that will be used during food preparation. If your menu includes any baked goods, then you probably want to include a convection oven in your commercial kitchen's design.

Convection ovens can lose their efficiency if they are not properly maintained over time. This loss in efficiency could compromise the quality of the foods that you are feeding to your customers, and it could affect the reputation of your business.

If you want to ensure that your kitchen continues to function well into the future, then don't overlook regular maintenance when caring for your commercial convection oven.

3 REASONS WHY BIGGER ISN'T BETTER IN A COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONER

By Admin • 22 May, 2018

Commercial buildings require much more intensive HVAC systems than their residential counterparts, thanks to the larger spaces involved and greater numbers of people to keep comfortable. The cooling needs of restaurants tend to be even greater still, thanks to all of the excess heat generated inside of a commercial kitchen, as well as the power needed to keep walk-in refrigerators cool.


For this reason, many restaurant owners decide to err on the safe side and install the most powerful air conditioning system they can find. Unfortunately, this tactic can often result in unanticipated problems. If you would like to learn more about why a correctly-sized HVAC system will be better in the long run, read on. This article will discuss three problems an oversized air conditioner can create.

4 WAYS TO KEEP YOUR WALK-IN COOLER RUNNING SMOOTHLY

By Admin • 22 May, 2018
Having your walk-in cooler fail can be a major disaster for your restaurant. Your product may spoil, and you will probably have to shut down service until you can have the cooler repaired. While not all cooler malfunctions can be prevented, there are four steps you can take to reduce the chances of a breakdown and keep your walk-in cooler in good, working order.

PROBLEMS THAT MAY ARISE WITH A COMMERCIAL WALK-IN FREEZER

By Admin • 22 May, 2018
Like any other piece of equipment in a commercial establishment, a walk-in freezer requires regular maintenance in order to continue to function properly. Some repairs may appear minor but when neglected, they may worsen. In addition, problems with your refrigeration unit can jeopardize the safety of your workers and your patrons.
Here are a few problems that can arise with a commercial walk-in freezer and the reasons why you should have them remedied as quickly as possible.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU PURCHASE AN ICE MACHINE

By Admin • 22 May, 2018

If you own or manage a restaurant or other food service establishment, an ice machine is an essential piece of equipment for your operations and will undoubtedly be one of your first purchases. However, before you buy an ice machine, take time to learn about the various options available to you.


Below is some helpful information about the different types of ice machines as well as ice cube types.

THREE WAYS THAT BUSINESS OWNERS CAN LOWER HEATING AND COOLING COSTS

By Admin • 22 May, 2018

Energy waste is a costly problem for many businesses. On average, close to one-third  of the energy used in a commercial structure is wasted.


Much of that loss occurs because practices related to heating and cooling the building. This means business owners can greatly reduce waste by rethinking how they view and utilize those systems.


Below are 3 ways that business owners can drastically cut their heating and cooling bills.

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