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Do you get your car serviced every year? Do you pay attention to warning lights if they come on, and take your car to a professional to diagnose and fix the problem? Of course you do. It helps prolong the life of your car, prevent expensive repair bills and make sure everything is running exactly as it’s supposed to. In fact, it’s so important that annual MOTs, which check the safety and efficiency of your vehicle, are a legal requirement. So why wouldn’t you do the same with your HVAC systems? Regular servicing can bring you a whole lot of benefits when it comes to HVAC systems, and we’re going to show you just 4 of them today.

Reduced Energy Bills

Let’s start with the big one. Energy bills have never been higher, and when energy bills for commercial properties can already run upwards of £5,000 a month, the last thing you want is for that number to go up. By having your HVAC system regularly maintained, you can keep your energy bills low. If your HVAC system is battling through dirty filters and leaking pipes, it’s going to take a lot more energy to keep producing the results you want for your building. But with regular maintenance, filters are changed, worn parts are replaced, pipes are cleaned, and problems are identified and fixed when they are still small. All of which means your system needs less energy to operate at full efficiency, and your energy bills are kept low.

Longer System Lifespan

HVAC systems aren’t cheap, and the last thing you want to do is keep replacing them every few years when something critical fails. Sadly, we see this happen with buildings that don’t have regular maintenance done, and by this point, there is often nothing we can do but decommission the old system and install a new one, with a maintenance contract in place. Even the most reliable HVAC system on the market needs to be looked after, otherwise, it will burn out in as little as 5 years. Regular maintenance keeps your system in good working order and gives it a much longer lifespan. Some of the systems we maintain are 15 years old!

Avoid Big Repair Costs

If you’ve noticed a heating or cooling problem in your building, you probably already have a big repair bill on your hands. This is because HVAC systems are incredibly complex and sensitive, and almost all major issues start out as minor problems. Something as simple as a misaligned pipe, loose bolt or worn part could cause thousands of pounds in damage if it’s not noticed quickly. Regular maintenance checks look for exactly this kind of thing so that we can spot the issues and fix them while they’re still small. And minor repairs are cheap – or the cost is included in your package depending on the maintenance company you use. So while you will be paying regularly for maintenance, it’s still much cheaper than the emergency repair bills would be!

Energy Saving Tips

Finally, during your routine HVAC visit, your technician may be able to spot little things you could do differently to improve the energy efficiency of your system. This could be something as simple as having your ducts cleaned and sealed, upgrading to a new part or suggesting a new air filter that delivers better results for less energy. Working with an HVAC maintenance team means you gain access to the experts on a regular basis, and they are always more than happy to pass on their knowledge to you!

In short, maintaining a relationship with an HVAC maintenance company could be the best decision your make for both your business and your wallet. At Bonus Eventus Maintenance, we specialise in the routine maintenance and servicing of HVAC systems of all shapes and sizes. We design maintenance packages to suit your system and needs, to ensure everything works in an energy-efficient manner. Depending on the condition of your system, we could save you between 10% and 40% on your energy bills through proper maintenance, repair and prolonged system lifespan. If you’d like to know more about how you can save 10% or more on your corporate energy bills this year, just get in touch with the team today to book your free consultation.

When it comes to choosing and installing a heating system in a commercial building, there are a lot of options open to you. So many, in fact, that it can feel a bit confusing at times! You want something that’s going to be cost-effective, reliable and energy efficient, all while being the right size for your premises is and performing all of the functions you need it to. A decision made even more complicated by the fact that there are a number of different ways you can achieve the results you want! So, in order to help you provide a safe and warm environment for the people living or working in your buildings, we wanted to give you a quick overview of the types of heating systems available, how they work, and which are best for each type of building.

Gas & Oil Heating Systems

Gas and oil-based heating systems are typically older, and there are now more environmentally friendly ways to heat commercial properties with modern solutions. They work by using boilers fuelled by gas or oil to heat water and circulate it through pipes and radiators in the building. They are pretty resource-heavy, take a lot of time to heat and circulate, which makes them inefficient and costly to run. You may have inherited a building with this type of system already installed, but we would usually recommend you move away from them, as they are only really effective in office buildings that rely on spot heating.

Heat Pumps 

Heat pumps absorb and transfer thermal energy from a low-grade source to a heating element (the pump’s coolant) with a higher temperature, before dispersing it through the system to warm the space. You can get different types of heat pump depending on which source you want to use, but the main types are air source, ground source, water source and air to water. All of these are classified as renewable systems, since they use natural energy sources to provide heat to your building, and they are much more energy and cost efficient than pretty much any other type of heating solution. And the best part? Heat pumps can be installed in almost any commercial and even residential setting, which means you can reduce your energy bills and carbon footprint while providing effective heat to your building.

Under Floor Heating

Under floor heating has been around in residential properties for a long time now, but it’s recently started gaining popularity in commercial spaces too. Using either hot water pipes (wet) or electrical cabling (dry) that are laid into the floor, you generate heat and rely on the natural properties of hot air to radiate up from the floor. This means less energy is lost, and the heat is felt more effectively by the people in the building. However, this method is only really appropriate for new builds, as installing it requires completely pulling up the flooring to install the pipes or cables underneath. So if you’re building a new office, warehouse or other commercial building, this is an option to consider.

Unfortunately, there’s no easy answer when looking at which heating system is best. There are so many variables from building to building and business to business that can drastically change your heating requirements. That’s why we always recommend you speak to a specialist. At Bonus Eventus Maintenance we specialise in HVAC installation and maintenance, and are perfectly placed to help you find the perfect solution for your commercial heating needs. If you would like to know more, or have any questions about HVAC and heating systems in general, just get in touch with the team today.