There are many parts that compile a buildings HVAC/R system and the coils are one that can have many effects on the buildings conditioned air space. Coils are an integral part of any HVAC/R system and as with any main component; proper care should always be taken. For any system to run at its optimum performance having clean coils and filters is imperative.

Coils need to be clean in order to reach the units full capacity. Clean coils also allow the full efficiency, indoor air quality, and long term system performance goals to be reached. Coils which are dirty and have blocked air flow will lose significant capacity; causing the unit to run harder and longer to reach desired temperature, if at all. This causes loss of efficiency, which in turn raises energy consumption and can drastically raise a buildings energy costs.

 Looking for a few simple and easy steps to save money on energy bills? There are a few simple and cost effective tips listed below which may help save money on that dreaded energy bill:

• Ensure that unit refrigerant charge is at proper level, service contractor to check and adjust charge properly.
• Keep the house closed tightly during the day, leaving windows and doors open lets unwanted heat into the conditioned air space and causes the unit to work harder.
• When shopping for a new central air conditioning, purchase the highest SEER unit that is financially possible. Higher SEER units are more money in the initial purchase but will pay for themselves through cutting energy bills
• Install a programmable thermostat, installing a programmable thermostat allows you to vary temperature based on time and vacancy, which also lowers the energy consumption.
• Make sure that the condenser is located in a shady spot and has room to dispose of heat from the conditioned space. Don’t crowd the condenser with bushes or shrubs.
• Consider installing reflective window tint to reduce the amount of heat entering the home.
• Turn off lights when not in use, lights produce heat which causes the system to work harder than needed.
• Seal any air leaks that may be present around windows, doors, etc. These leaks cause outside air to enter the conditioned space and make the system work harder.

 These tips coupled with last publications tips and a service plan will help increase unit life; all while lowering energy consumption and saving money!  These tips do not replace the need for a professional maintenance plan, which should be in place for all units. If you have any HVAC/R questions or needs contact us at (305)826-2240

Saving money is always a good thing and in some cases it can be easier than you may think. Here are some tips that may help you save money with your air conditioning system and will cost you little to nothing:

DebonAir Mechanical is now hiring!

We are looking for qualified individuals to fill the role of:

Service Technician.

The position is available to start immediately and the job description is below. DebonAir Mechanical is a Drug Free workplace and you will be required to pass a drug test. We are accepting resumes for our East Coast, West Coast, and Keys offices. If you are interested in submitting a resume please email it to paleshire@debonairac.com. Click the blog Title to view the job posting. We look forward to hearing from you!

A commonly asked question is what chiller is the best, air cooled or water cooled. The answer to that question is that there is no one perfect chiller for all applications. There are many aspects that come into affect when choosing what chiller would be best for a building and its cooling system.

Here’s our latest newsletter. We usually mail out our newsletters twice a year. They contain information on our company and what types of things are going on. Industry topics are usually a part of them as well. Sometimes there’s even a recipe on the back. Check the latest one out by clicking the link below:

DebonAir Newsletter Apr2010

Let us know what you think. If you’re not setup to receive our newsletter in the mail then send us a request with your name and address through the contacts page. We will be more than happy to add you to the list. If there’s anything you think we can do to add to or improve our newsletter or our website then let us know that as well.

Property managers and engineers alike understand the importance of proper maintenance on all building equipment, but chillers are the apex of this long list.

A chiller with a 5 year life which has been properly maintained and logged can be 20-25% more efficient than if that same chiller had not been properly maintained. With these numbers in place a chiller whose full-load efficiency was .60 kW per ton would jump to between .72 kW per ton and .75 kW per ton if not properly maintained.

Knowing these numbers it is easy to understand why your building should have a proper maintenance plan in place. While the upfront cost of the maintenance may look expensive, it will save you and your building money in the long run. The lower utility costs and upkeep of the equipment will offset the maintenance cost sooner than many would expect.

—Position Filled— 6/21/2010

DebonAir Mechanical is now hiring!

We are looking for a qualified individual to fill the role of Assistant Service Manager. The position is available to start immediately and the job description is below. If you are interested in submitting a resume please email it to paleshire@debonairac.com. Click the blog Title to view the job posting. We look forward to hearing from you!

LEED…..if you have heard it once, you have heard it a thousand times. LEED is an initiative that is not going to be going anywhere or fading out, like so many other special interest plans that have come before it. The green initiative has been around for many years now and is setting things in stone that can offer building owners and manager’s energy savings and green certifications. A buildings air conditioning and refrigeration are major roles in making sure these

Cooling Towers are a main part of the HVAC system in many buildings and just like any other mechanical piece; towers should be properly maintained to assure optimum performance and