Author: Tim Bernst

Commercial HVAC maintenance works best when it follows how the building and its equipment actually operate. Weather changes, occupancy patterns, equipment age, operating hours, controls, and the consequences of downtime should all influence the maintenance plan. A seasonal maintenance plan gives facility managers a repeatable process for preparing equipment before peak demand, documenting developing problems,…

A commercial HVAC maintenance checklist helps facility managers identify airflow restrictions, drainage problems, control faults, refrigeration concerns, and developing equipment issues before cooling demand reaches its seasonal peak. For most facilities, the best approach combines routine observations by trained staff with scheduled inspections and testing by qualified HVAC professionals. Refrigerant circuits, energized electrical components, safety…