Is Your Industrial HVAC Technician Legit?

December 3rd, 2018 Posted in Choosing an HVAC Contractor
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When it comes to commercial or industrial HVAC installation, maintenance and repair, you want to ensure the company and technicians you hire are up for the task. Many HVAC companies offer commercial service, but not all have the experience and expertise needed for large, industrial operations. Before hiring a HVAC contractor, take the time to vet and choose the best one for the job. Here are some tips to ensure your HVAC technician is legit for industrial projects.

  • Does the HVAC company do both residential and commercial work? While there is nothing wrong with doing both, this means they are spread thin. There are many more residential customers than industrial, which means they may not have the resources available when you need them for your business.
  • Experience in industrial HVAC systems. There is a big difference between servicing a commercial HVAC system for a small restaurant and one for a large manufacturing outfit or hospital. Make sure they have experience and references from industrial projects, not just smaller commercial jobs.
  • Years of expertise. Choose a HVAC contractor that has been specializing in industrial systems for decades. You want technicians that can work on older HVAC systems as well as newer ones.
  • Services offered. While you may just need a repair or maintenance service now, consider the needs you may have in the future. Choose a company that offers retrofits, HVAC automation and complete installation of new systems to meet all your current and future HVAC needs.

Your industrial HVAC system can have a large impact on your business. Make sure you find the best contractor to service your system to get the best value for your investment.

Posted on behalf of:
JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600

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Preventing Commercial HVAC Problems

June 27th, 2016 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Managing a commercial facility has many moving components, including maintaining your HVAC system. Whether you are a property manager for retail spaces, running a manufacturing business or the general manager of a hotel, an HVAC problem can cause major disruption and expenses. Imagine your building losing heat on the coldest day of the year or your tenant, employee or guest’s frustration if the A/C goes out in mid-August. The best way to resolve commercial HVAC issues is to avoid them altogether.

HVAC Maintenance Plans

Most HVAC problems can be prevented through ongoing maintenance. Waiting for a problem to arise can cost you more in repairs, plus add to that expense in lost revenue and productivity. HVAC maintenance plans are a solution to prevent most common breakdowns by keeping your system in good repair. Having regular inspections, service and proactive part replacement can prevent an emergency repair call in the middle of the night or interrupting your day off with a HVAC problem.

Not only does investing in a maintenance plan for your commercial HVAC system help avoid emergency repairs, it can save your company money off energy costs. A well-maintained HVAC system will work more efficiently and cut down on your monthly overhead. When you consider the cost of a preventive maintenance plan versus the expense of more emergency repairs, loss of productivity, employee/tenant/customer complaints and higher energy costs, it makes sense to invest in HVAC maintenance.

Get your company’s commercial HVAC system on a preventive maintenance plan – call your local HVAC experts that only service, install and maintain industrial or commercial HVAC systems for more information. With the hot summer days ahead, now is the perfect time to get on a preventive HVAC plan.

Posted on behalf of:
JS Thomas Service, Inc
4085 Nine McFarland Dr
Alpharetta, GA 30004
(770) 475-2600


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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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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 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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Do I Need A Commercial HVAC Maintenance Plan?

September 28th, 2014 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Commercial HVAC maintenance plans, which focus on preventative maintenance programs, are excellent investments that provide a large return on investment for commercial and industrial property owners.  Not only do they reduce downtime for unscheduled breakdowns, but they also reduce capitol expenditures on equipment, reduce repair costs and provide reduced energy costs as well.  These services plans are available on all commercial HVAC systems including split systems, boilers and chilled water systems typically found in commercial offices, heavy industrial facilities, hospitals, medical centers, government facilities, restaurants, data centers, retail establishments, schools and other institutional facilities. 

The heart of these preventative maintenance programs is regularly scheduled maintenance and inspection services, where the equipment is cleaned, lubricated, tested, adjusted and thoroughly inspected.  The preventative maintenance allows the technician performing the services to make sure that the system is performing as designed and is working at peak efficiency.  The inspection process allows the technician to identify small items that could impact the system, before they become bigger issues.  Depending if repair services were included in the plan, the technician would then make the necessary repairs.  If the repairs were not included in the plans, the technician would provide a written estimate on the costs of the recommended repairs. 

Another benefit of these plans is the ability to establish a ongoing relationship with a commercial HVAC company so when an emergency happens, they are only a phone call away, even on the hottest day of the year when their phone is ringing off the hook!

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Maintenance For Commercial HVAC Systems

May 8th, 2014 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Although both commercial and residential HVAC systems have similar functions, their maintenance requirements can be very different. A commercial HVAC system is not just a creature comfort; it is a necessary component in a business investment. Whether you own a large business, office building or industrial facility, maintaining your HVAC system can be essential to protecting your commercial property. Finding the right company to do the job should be a priority, ensuring that the HVAC service professional you choose can provide the level of expertise needed to properly maintain a commercial system. 

Choosing A HVAC Service Company

Although many HVAC service companies will claim to be experts in both residential and commercial HVAC systems, not all are equipped to handle the demanding needs of large commercial HVAC maintenance. Depending on the type of business you own, you may have specific HVAC needs which are beyond the scope of many HVAC businesses geared more toward residential service. When choosing a HVAC service for your commercial property, consider these qualifications: 

  • Are they specifically dedicated to commercial HVAC maintenance and repair?
  • Do they offer both basic maintenance and full coverage maintenance and repair plans?
  • Will they custom design a maintenance plan around your business’ specific needs?
  • Can they repair and install a variety of HVAC commercial systems, including roof top units, cooling towers, heat pumps and heat exchangers?
  • Are they available 24-hours a day, 365 days a year for emergency service and repair? 

Your commercial HVAC system is an important part of your business investment. Do not trust the maintenance and repair to a company that is not qualified or experienced in the unique needs of a commercial HVAC system. In the long run, hiring an experienced commercial HVAC service company  for your maintenance can save you money, downtime and stress.

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Replacement of HVAC Systems in Commercial and Industrial Facilities

May 21st, 2013 Posted in Commercial HVAC Service & Repair
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Although most industrial and commercial facilities will schedule a “shutdown” of the facility for a HVAC system replacement, these replacements are one of the most challenging and stressful tasks any commercial or industrial facilities manager will face.  

Often these commercial HVAC system retrofits involve much more work than just replacing a roof top unit or a chiller.  In many cases the work will involve design work, coordination of various suppliers, permits, selective demolition, structural modifications, new walls, electrical work, welding, piping, the removal and re-installation of architectural elements such as windows and doors. 

In many cases this work is outside of the scope of the mechanical contractor doing the actual replacement.  The coordination of the various trades in many cases falls on the facilities manager, which is not an ideal situation, as they typically do not have the time to devote to the project due to their daily job responsibilities.  A common occurrence in these types of projects is for the completion date to be missed as a result of other trades not performing as required, so the HVAC contractor can complete their work.  Missed completion dates cost industrial and commercial businesses real money if they are not able to be operational as scheduled. 

In some cases the HVAC contractor will be both experienced enough and have the resources available to coordinate the entire project from design to commissioning.  Often these HVAC contractors will specialize in this type of work and have experienced staff to self perform a majority of the work and will only use proven subcontractors.  In addition, they understand how critical it is for the facility to be operational on the day scheduled!

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