Finding the Right Commercial HVAC Maintenance Plan

March 13th, 2016 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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If you own or manage a large commercial business or building, maintenance is a constant concern, especially when it comes to your HVAC system. Whether it is the air conditioning system keeping your business cool during the summer or your heating system taking the edge off the cold in the winter, you need your HVAC system to work seamlessly year round. The best way to ensure your system doesn’t interrupt your business’ productivity is to keep it well maintained. Here are a few tips to find the right commercial HVAC maintenance plan.

  • Find a comprehensive commercial HVAC contractor. You will want a HVAC service that offers maintenance, repair and new installation of commercial or industrial HVAC systems.
  • Economical flat fees for maintenance. To manage your commercial business’ budget, you need to manage costs. Find a HVAC service that offers flat fees for maintenance plans for your HVAC system that also cover needed repairs, reducing unexpected costs.
  • Emergency repairs. Although regular maintenance can help reduce the chance of emergency repairs on your HVAC system, you want a company that offers 24/7 emergency service, 365 days a year.
  • Commercial only. For the highest level of expertise for large systems, choose an HVAC service that specializes only in commercial and industrial HVAC systems. Those who do both commercial and residential may be spread thin during the busy months of the year.

Avoid costly downtime and major repairs with your commercial HVAC system by enrolling in an ongoing maintenance plan through a qualified HVAC service that meets these standards. Call your local HVAC services to find the right one to meet your company’s maintenance needs.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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4 Reasons to Invest in Commercial HVAC Automation

October 28th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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For owners and property managers of commercial buildings, managing your energy and maintenance costs for your HVAC system is a large portion of your overhead. For many business owners, the move to a commercial automation system for their HVAC may seem like a large initial expense. However, in the long run, the investment could have a large impact on your bottom line. Here are four excellent reasons to consider investing in commercial HVAC automation for your business.

  1. Lower your energy costs. Automation helps you control your energy costs by giving you and your property management team control over every aspect of your HVAC system, 24/7. These systems can be programmed for the highest level of efficiency.
  2. Remote access. Save costs by regulating your buildings air quality from anywhere, anytime. One property manager can easily monitor heating and cooling on several locations from any internet device.
  3. Improved security. With remote access to all data and changes in energy use, automated commercial HVAC systems are more secure and easier to monitor.
  4. Data collection and fault detection. Automated HVAC systems offer higher levels of data collection to help improve efficiency and reduce costs. Also, automatic fault detection alarms can alert property managers of issues to minimize downtime at a facility.

For many commercial property owners, automated HVAC systems reduce labor and energy costs while providing a higher level of service for their businesses. When properly installed and maintained by an experienced commercial HVAC service provider, these automated HVAC systems can pay for themselves while adding value to the property through lower costs and higher resell value, making them an excellent investment.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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5 Questions to Ask Your Commercial HVAC Service Provider

September 10th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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If you own or manage a commercial property, you know how important having reliable HVAC service is to your business. Air quality and temperature is vital to keeping your business running, whether you own a factory or manage a large office building. Not only is the system you install important, you need to know you have a commercial HVAC service contractor that will be there when you need them. Here are five questions to ask your HVAC service provider to make sure you have the right company. 

  1. How quick is your emergency service? Most HVAC contractors will say they have 24-hour emergency service, but what is their average response time? You need a company that can respond immediately, within a few hours at maximum.
  2. What level of experience do your technicians have? You don’t want an apprentice service tech trying to fix a complex problem on your HVAC. Find a contractor that requires their techs to have several years of experience.
  3. Who will field my customer service calls? When you call your HVAC provider, are you getting a live, experienced HVAC professional or an answering service? You need to know you will have someone who can help you when you A/C goes out in the middle of a hot July night.
  4. Is your team experienced with complex automation and control issues? It is not just your HVAC unit that can cause you issues, it is also the automation and control system. Make sure you contractor is well-versed in all aspects of commercial HVAC service.
  5. What are your maintenance and retrofit services? You need a company that will provided preventive maintenance to avoid breakdowns and can implement a retrofit if necessary down the road. 

Make sure your HVAC contractor can meet your commercial needs when it really counts. If they cannot answer these questions with the right answers, it may be time to find a provider that can.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Importance of HVAC Maintenance for Commercial Properties

July 25th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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One of the liabilities of owning commercial property is ongoing building maintenance, including maintaining the HVAC system. Whether you lease your commercial property to tenants or run your own business in the building, keeping your heating and cooling system in good working order should be a top priority. HVAC breakdowns can be costly, not just in repairs. It can shut down your business or those of your tenants, causing an even higher long term cost. The solution is ongoing commercial HVAC maintenance. 

Commercial HVAC Maintenance Plans

Too many commercial property owners choose to have a “if it’s not broke, why fix it” attitude to HVAC maintenance. Unfortunately, what they may not realize is a regular maintenance plan can actually save them money and inconvenience. By waiting for the HVAC system to go out, they put themselves and any tenants in the building at the mercy of circumstance. If the system goes down on the hottest or coldest day of the year, what is the chance of getting it repaired the same day? 

A better option is to find an ongoing commercial HVAC maintenance plan to catch issues before they become big problems. Not only can it help extend the life of the equipment, saving money off replacement, it can reduce the chance of emergency repairs. In addition, some quality commercial HVAC service providers offer preferred priority to their regular maintenance clients and even give them discounted repair rates. 

To learn more about how an ongoing commercial HVAC maintenance plan can benefit you as a commercial property owner, call your local commercial HVAC company. Ask about the different maintenance plans they offer and which would be a good fit for your building and budget.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Tips for Hiring a Commercial HVAC Service Contractor

May 5th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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As a business owner, you need reliable services that you can count on when you need them. If you own a commercial property, one of these services will be a commercial HVAC contractor or service. From installing or retrofitting new HVAC to maintenance and emergency repairs, you need to have a contractor that you can trust. Here are a few tips to find the right HVAC service for your business.

Commercial Only

Many HVAC contractors offer commercial service, yet also install and repair residential systems. You need an HVAC service that specialize in the specific needs of commercial buildings, servicing only businesses. During the busiest months, you need a HVAC company that will be there to service your business, not overloaded with residential service calls. Strive to find a company with many years of experience handling only commercial HVAC systems.

Full Service

Before choosing a HVAC company to service or maintain your commercial system, find out what services they offer. While you may only need general service, maintenance and repair now, you may have other HVAC needs down the road. Ask about installation, retrofitting and automation services that they offer on top of general service.

Response Time

You need a HVAC contractor that will respond when you need them, quickly fixing your problem. Find out what the standard response time is for emergency service and repairs. You want a company that has HVAC service professionals available 24/7 and can have a technician out to your business within a few hours.

Find the right commercial HVAC service contractor is important to running your business effectively and efficiently. Make sure you take the time to ensure the company you choose will meet all your HVAC needs.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Commercial HVAC Automation for Small and Medium Businesses

April 8th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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HVAC automation has been available for some time, although usually only used by large industrial businesses. However, advancements in technology have made this efficient and effective tool available for businesses of all sizes, including small and medium companies. Automation of commercial HVAC systems allows for more enhanced control of energy costs and efficiency, making it a worthwhile investment for any size business. 

Benefits of Commercial HVAC Automation

HVAC automation allows business owners and property managers the ability to operate, monitor and control their HVAC system from anywhere using a web-based system. This means that owners or managers of several locations can have access to all their HVAC systems from anywhere they have internet access. The benefits of these systems include:

  • 24/7 access to HVAC controls
  • Immediate alerts for any problems
  • Efficient energy management
  • Improved data and security management

These benefits offer substantial cost savings, in energy costs, labor, management time and travel to the facilities. Many businesses can recover the initial cost of automation installation within a few years, with additional long-term savings. These systems can be installed as part of the HVAC system for a new facility or as part of a retrofit for an existing system.

For owners and managers of small to medium businesses that thought HVAC automation was out of reach for their facility size, it is worth investigating the advantages and options now available. Having the efficiency of automation can give even small businesses the same tools for controlling utility costs that was once only available for large companies.  Local commercial HVAC service companies can offer automation solutions that can fit almost any size business and budget.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Invest in an HVAC Service Plan for Your Commercial Building

March 24th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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If you own or manage a commercial building, you know the importance of maintaining your HVAC equipment. Heating and cooling costs can negatively affect your bottom line, especially when they are unexpectedly high. Scheduling regular maintenance and service on your commercial HVAC system is one way to reduce repair and replacement costs, but HVAC emergencies can still occur. A better way to cover unexpected HVAC service issues is to invest in an HVAC service plan for your commercial building.

Benefits of a HVAC Service Plan

While a regular maintenance plan for your HVAC system is important, regular service and inspections don’t typically cover repair expenses. When your furnace breaks down in the middle of winter or the A/C goes out in the middle of July, you could be spending thousands of dollars to have your HVAC repaired. A better way to plan for these unexpected yet unavoidable expenses is to invest in an ongoing HVAC service plan.

Quality commercial HVAC service companies can often offer an HVAC service plan which includes your regular maintenance and repair costs. This eliminates the worry that a repair will be needed during a poor cash flow month. You can add the service plan fee into your budget, making it easier to manage costs and increase profits for your business.

Not all HVAC service companies offer service plans for commercial HVAC systems. However, those who are dedicated to serving their commercial clients will usually have service plans available to minimize costs and make budgeting easier for their clients. Talk to your local commercial HVAC service company today and ask about what service plans they offer.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Commercial HVAC Control Systems

February 24th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Today’s HVAC systems are quite remarkable when coupled with take of the art digital direct controls in their ability to provide outstanding comfort, while simultaneously reducing energy costs, due to the increased efficiency of the system.  Normally found on a wide variety of commercial, industrial and institutional buildings, these control systems are basically computer systems that constantly monitor a number of performance factors in the system, including, temperature, humidity, as well as such things as zone dampers and VAV boxes.  As the controls analyze the data, the system is constantly adjusting to stay within the custom set parameters programmed into the system to maximize performance.

One of the features of the system that is beneficial to the tenant or the building owner is for ability of the system to be automatically shut down or temperature settings adjusted, when the building is empty at night or on weekends.   The system wakes up and provides heating and cooling before people arriving for work and conditions the space based upon user-defined parameters.

When people leave at night the system significantly reduces the amount of cooling and heat flowing into the space.  The savings in energy costs are significant.  A feature that building managers will appreciate is the ability to log onto remotely to the system via an Internet connection and check the status of the system and do a variety of diagnostic functions.  This is particularly important to building engineers that are managing multiple buildings in different locations.  Integrated digital control systems are a key component in the maximizing the efficient use of any commercial, industrial or institutional HVAC system.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Commercial HVAC Maintenance

February 24th, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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The most important aspect of keeping a commercial HVAC system up and running is performing periodic inspections and maintenance in order to stay ahead of any issues, before they impact the performance of the system.  A tenant complaining about working in a building without a properly functioning HVAC system is a property manager’s worse nightmare!

A structured maintenance program tailored to the needs of the building owner and the tenants of the building reduces unscheduled downtime of the system.  In many cases the inspection, maintenance and repairs of the system is available for a fixed priced fee, which has the benefit of providing significant savings over the long term.  Reliable building systems are a key to retaining tenants!

During the scheduled inspection and maintenance visit, the technician will clean, lubricate, test and adjust the system to make sure it is performing within the manufacturer’s specifications.  Any abnormal operation or parts showing sign of wear or potential problems will be brought to the property owner’s attention with specific recommendations for the property owner’s approval.

Many times the same technician will be doing all of the inspections, maintenance and necessary repairs on the same properties for years, which allows them to become very familiar with both the building and the specific HVAC system used in the building.  In addition to being very well trained and experienced in the system in use, the technician is also capable with interacting effectively with both the onsite building engineer, as well as the end user of the building or facility.

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ClimateSmith, LLC
Alpharetta, GA
(770) 475-9555

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Benefits of Commercial HVAC Automation

January 3rd, 2015 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Controlling energy use is important to anyone who owns or manages a commercial building. HVAC automation is one of the best ways to reduce waste when it comes to high-cost energy bills. Although HVAC automation was once used exclusively in large buildings due to the initial expense, new options have made automation affordable for small to medium properties. For any commercial property owner planning a retrofit of their HVAC system or constructing a new building, the benefits of installing an automated energy management system are worth considering. 

Automated Energy Management System Benefits

Although automated energy management systems do cost more at the initial installation, most commercial property owners realize an energy cost savings to cover the cost over only a few years. In addition, there are several other benefits and features that come with using HVAC automation. Some of these include: 

  • Off-site management. Most HVAC automation systems are now web-based, offering off-site management. This gives owners and property managers the convenience of controlling their system from anywhere they have online access.
     
  • Date collection. Automated systems collect data on usage for better energy management.
     
  • Fault detection. Many automation systems offer fault detection alarms to alert managers of any problems.
     
  • Efficiency. Most importantly, automation of commercial HVAC systems allows for better efficiency in temperature control throughout the building, saving off energy costs year-round. 

It’s worth the investment into HVAC automation for commercial property owners, as it affords better control, data and energy savings. Discuss what options are available in an automated energy management system for your building with an experienced commercial HVAC service provider. Adding HVAC automation can increase the value of your property while offering long-term energy savings, making it a wise upgrade to your building.

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JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

 

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