When it comes to determining the responsibility for HVAC system maintenance and repair at a rented commercial property, the answers lie within the lease itself. A typical well drafted commercial lease places most or all of the responsibility for repairs and maintenance on the tenant, though the tenant’s responsibilities might be limited with regards to reasonable wear and tear and the landlord might be responsible for structural repairs. Check your lease to see the exact terms for your specific situation.

Determining the exact size of HVAC system you need for your business requires a bit of math. To avoid problems down the line, we recommend leaving the calculations to HVAC professionals, as there are quite a few things to consider, including:

• Climate region
• Square footage
• Ceiling height
• Insulation grade
• Sun exposure
• Number of windows
• Number of occupants

Rather than calculating the exact size of commercial HVAC unit you need for your business, contact us today. We can help you determine exactly the right size of unit for your commercial property.

Our clients call us to help with a wide variety of problems which we are able to help with. The 5 most common reasons are:

1. Lack of maintenance: As previously mentioned, regular HVAC maintenance is essential. We get lots of calls from our clients to perform regular maintenance on their units which are not performing as they should.
2. Thermostat malfunctions: Some HVAC problems seem like it is a larger system failure, but we often find that the culprit is the thermostat. The thermostat regulates the timing and amount of heat or cooling coming from your HVAC system. If there is a thermostat failure or malfunction, your building can go through heating and cooling fluctuations, or even no heat or no cool situations.
3. Leaking refrigerant: Refrigerants make air conditioning possible, but sometimes it leaks from your system, making it unable to properly cool your commercial property.
4. Clogged air filters: While it might seem like a minor issue, clogged air filters can cause a lot of problems with your system down the line. If an air filter is clogged or dirty, your commercial HVAC system needs to work extra hard to move air. Eventually this extra strain can lead to the entire system breaking down. Ensuring your air filters are clean and regularly changed is essential.
5. Improper air balance: The way your HVAC system’s ductwork is set up has a huge impact on airflow and air balance. The heated or cooled air coming from your HVAC system travels through vents and ducts before it reaches each room. By installing dampers, this airflow can be controlled and optimized. If the ductwork is not properly installed or is damaged, there can be issues with improper air balance.

If you are experiencing these issues or any other problems with your commercial HVAC system, contact us today. We can help.

We recommend getting your commercial HVAC system maintained at least 2 times a year – once before turning on your heating and again before turning on your air conditioning. This ensures that you will not have any unpleasant surprise when you finally need to flip the switch to turn on the heating or air conditioning for the first time in a while. Sometimes HVAC problems arise after long periods of being turned off, and turning on a part of your HVAC system which has not been used in a while can be risky. If you need commercial HVAC maintenance, contact us today!

Commercial HVAC maintenance is essential to ensure that your system is running efficientlyy, thereby reducing the risk of costly breakdowns and repairs. HVAC systems in Ottawa work hard – in winter it can get as cold as -30°C, and in the summer it can get hotter than 35°C. Your commercial HVAC system is doing a lot to ensure that your commercial property is always a comfortable temperature. Regular maintenance can spot problems before they get out of control. Simple issues such as clogged filters can strain your HVAC system leading to breakdowns which are expensive to fix. Regular HVAC maintenance also reduces the risk of electrical fires. If your HVAC unit can’t meet the high heating and cooling demands of your building, the result can be damaged wires which create a potential fire hazard. Regular HVAC maintenance also improves your indoor air quality, as HVAC units can become breeding grounds for dust, pollen, bacterial and other pollutants.