Get Ahead of the Cold: Fall HVAC Prep Starts Now

While enduring the sweltering heat of August, we know it’s hard to imagine ever feeling cold again…but it’s coming. Now is the time to prepare your facility for fall and winter. Proactive maintenance now can prevent costly (and uncomfortable) breakdowns when temperatures drop. Here’s how to prepare your building for fall:

1. Make Boilers a Priority: Over the next two to three months, ensure all boilers are inspected, maintained, and tested.

2. Limit Cold Air Intake: Make sure cool intake air from outside is limited or mitigated, especially in areas where cold drafts can quickly drop indoor temperatures. Check dampers, seals, and weatherstripping.

3. Test All Unitary Heaters: Unitary heaters in garages, stairwells, warehouses, and mechanical rooms are often overlooked…until they fail. Test them now to ensure they’re ready to protect vulnerable spaces.

4. Inspect and Maintain Heat Tape: Heat tape is an important safeguard against frozen pipes. Inspect it for wear and damage now so your pipes stay insulated and ready for colder temperatures.

Don’t wait until the first cold snap to discover a problem. Get ready now and enjoy peace of mind. Call Crockett Facilities Services at 301-781-6538 or contact us online to schedule your building’s preventive maintenance.

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