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Keeping your heating and cooling equipment clean will help maintain the energy efficiency of your HVAC systems.

Affordability

An easy and affordable way to reduce heating and cooling costs for your building is by sticking to the regularly scheduled maintenance as recommended by the equipment manufacturer.

What you need to know

  • To maintain unrestricted airflow, keep condenser coil face clear of all debris.
  • Keep the cooling tower clean to minimize both air and water pressure drops. Clean intake strainer and inspect spray nozzles for proper performance.
  • Clean air inlet screen, spray nozzle and pump screen to ensure they are not clogged.
  • Regularly clean water side chiller and boiler tubes.
  • Clean heating and cooling coils with a high-pressure mixture of water and detergent to allow for maximum heat transfer. 
  • Check reflectors in electric radiant heaters for proper beam direction and cleanliness.

FAQ

How do we know how often to clean our HVAC equipment?
Check the instructions from the equipment’s manufacturer for a recommended schedule of maintenance.

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Last Modified: May 12, 2009

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