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Dean E Norris - Preventative maintenance Blog

Do You Need Commercial HVAC Preventative Maintenance?

Many of us schedule preventative maintenance in various aspects of our personal lives. For instance, some of us change the oil in our vehicles every 10,000 miles. Others see the chiropractor or masseuse to keep pain and flare-ups at bay. And some visit the dentist (begrudgingly, for sure) once a year for cleanings and check-ups.… Read more »

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5 Common Commercial Plumbing Nightmares

While a stinky drain or noisy toilet might not seem like a cause for concern right now, it can easily turn into a horror show if left to stew for too long. Problems with a building’s pipes typically don’t just go away on their own. If they’re ignored for long enough, you could end up… Read more »

Tips for Reducing Downtime During a Commercial HVAC Emergency

In an ideal world, your HVAC equipment and systems would never break or shut down. But it can happen. Even non-emergencies can become disruptive to your operations. Just look at how many mechanical construction projects we’ve done where we had to account for when and how to carry out the work to minimize disruption. While… Read more »

5 Seasonal HVAC Maintenance Tips for Your Commercial Property

For the most part, your HVAC system does the heaviest lifting during the summer and winter months. While your property still needs it in order to keep visitors and residents feeling comfortable the rest of the year, there’s somewhat of a lull in between. This is what makes the fall the perfect time to do… Read more »

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VRF vs. Traditional HVAC for Commercial Buildings

You may have seen Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) listed as one of the services on our website and wondered what it is. While heating and air conditioning may be more commonplace terms, they’re all related. Curious to know if VRF is a better solution for your property than traditional ducted HVAC equipment? Keep reading. What… Read more »

Are Some Spaces Warmer Than Others in Your Building? Here’s Why.

Have you ever been in a building where some rooms or hallways felt super warm while the rest were like an icebox? Or vice versa? Temperature imbalances like these should be addressed as soon as possible. Unless you have a rogue employee or tenant messing with the thermostat, there’s usually something more serious going on… Read more »

HVAC & Plumbing: What to Do Before Everyone Goes Back to School

School is about to start for the new year. Are your building’s HVAC and plumbing systems up for the challenge? We discuss why annual maintenance — especially before the school year kicks off — is critical along with what needs evaluating in your mechanical systems. Why Schools Should Do Regular HVAC and Plumbing Maintenance Regular… Read more »

5 Reasons to Implement HVAC Automation for Your Property

It’s no surprise that July is host to two holidays in honor of air conditioning. July 3 kicks off a month-long celebration of Air Conditioning Appreciation Days and July 17 is National Air Conditioning Day. With temperatures and humidity soaring, it’s safe to say we’re all grateful for this invention. But air conditioning units and… Read more »

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Action Plan for When Your Commercial HVAC Stops Working

No matter what time of year it is, no one wants to deal with a broken HVAC. But it can be especially brutal in the summer when you’re relying on your commercial air conditioning to keep everyone inside the building cool and comfortable. If you have equipment or products that are sensitive to temperature fluctuations… Read more »

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