Imagine working in an environment where there is no appropriate air circulation, heating and cooling – one that is scorching and dry in the summer, and complete cold in the winter. HVAC systems and other utilities are the essences of any building. Without these, a building would be unsuitable for living in. Hence the reason a solid preventive HVAC maintenance plan is inevitable.
A solid program of preventive maintenance is vital. The better it is maintained, the more likely you get appropriate life-span from the system. If it does not care, the system will show the signs of deterioration eventually. In a commercial environment, it is essential to have the system maintained to maintain full productivity.
Why Maintenance?
When you choose to have the preventive maintenance schedule to your unit, you can lower the utility bills, enhance the longevity of its life, and optimize its performance, efficiency and reliability. Take in case of your vehicle, you can’t drive your car longer without changing the oils and maintenance of its accessories. The same also holds true for your HVAC unit as well. At the same time, preventive maintenance can avoid a system breakdown during the hot or cold season. It can also keep your energy bill from going beyond control.
Depending on your needs you will be offered to choose different maintenance plans by the HVAC maintenance provider.
Crafting a perfect plan
The heart of any maintenance plan are the two main issues.
– The suggested performance and maintenance tasks for each piece of equipment.
– The general operation of the system in relation to the building in which it’s installed.
Depending on these requirements – the operation of the overall system, and the complexity of the equipment – the HVAC maintenance provider decide if the preventive maintenance plan is enough or if there is any scope for system-performance enhancement.
Areas to be focused – A peep into preventive maintenance check-list
An HVAC examination should include the following:
– Thermostat setting assessment: Through assessment, the providers check if it is possible with the current settings to keep the space comfortable when you are around and change to preserve power when you are not at home.
– Electrical connection check: This valuation check if the corrections are comfortable and the voltage and current readings are at a constant level
– Lubrication: Lubrication eases resistance and helps you save energy.
– General operation calculation: The technical should confirm that the system starts runs and shuts off properly.
– Outdoor unit inspection: The Debris and dirt should be removed from the area around the outdoor HVAC unit.
Specific Cooling and Heating System Maintenance
Apart from the above, the air conditioning system should have further inspections and maintenance completed.
– Coil cleaning: Coil cleaning is crucial in maintaining the unit. Coil plays an important part in the cooling process. Keeping them cleaned help the unit operate efficiently and increase the life span.
– Refrigerant check: It is this substance that flows across the system to absorb and remove the heat. If it is on the right level, the unit can operate in good efficiency.
– Blower maintenance: To maintain proper airflow, maintenance of the blower components is important. During the preventive maintenance, the blower assembly would be inspected and cleaned.
– Examine heating elements: Heating element is a main part of the furnace unit. It should be cleaned and perfect for the safe operation.
Setting up a maintenance agreement
Advanced Services, Kuwait in Kuwait offer HVAC maintenance contracts and service and repair. The company provides comprehensive maintenance that includes the items on the checklist above.