Commercial air conditioning systems are very important in the workplace, especially in a country like Australia that can experience extremes on both ends of the thermometer. Without some method of temperature control, it can be pretty difficult for workers to get anything done – and sometimes, for example during a heatwave, conditions may even be dangerous.
This makes an air conditioning breakdown very critical in an office building or factory. Every business will want to get it back up and running right away, but don’t decide you can save some time by attempting the repairs yourself. As urgent as the situation may be, you should always call in a specialist for commercial air con.
Though you might be able to perform some repairs on your unit at home (and even then, a layperson can’t fix everything – for example, coils, compressors and motors are all sealed components, and should always be left to the care of a professional), commercial air conditioning systems are a different beast. For a start, these machines have to cater to a much bigger area and number of people, so they’re larger and more extensive. Also, most home units are split systems with interior and exterior cabinets. Business air conditioners, on the other hand, are “package” units that contain the condenser and evaporator components in one single cabinet, which is then generally placed up on the roof. Thanks to this configuration, system repairs involve both technical expertise to open the cabinet and work on the components inside without risk of injury, and also working with height risk! Definitely not a job for inexperienced players.
As well, commercial systems are also far more complex than home ones. Many of them operate a zoning system that delivers different temperatures to different rooms, depending on their needs. This function makes the system more responsive and energy-efficient – but when it comes to repairs, it’s complicated, involving a ventilation system containing a series of dampers hooked up to multiple thermostats. Feeling bamboozled even just reading that? Then it’s unequivocally time to call in the experts.
Ensure the safety of your repair person, your building, and your equipment by hiring trained professionals you can trust. At SEAC, all our technicians have years of industry training and experience, and know commercial air conditioning systems inside and out.