Tips and Tricks to Keep Commercial Spaces Cool This Summer

6/18/2024 (Permalink)

Don't let the heat get you down, follow these cool tips today!

While summer brings sunshine and excitement for outdoor activities, here in the south it also brings incredibly hot and humid weather. In large commercial spaces, it is important to keep both staff and customers comfortable when the temperature rises in the peak of the season. Here are a five tips and tricks to keep the air flowing cool and refreshing in your building all summer long: 

1. Set The Thermostat: To keep your energy bills down while maintaining a pleasant workspace, keep your thermostat set at an average temperature between 68 and 76 degrees. To maximize energy savings, you can also place fans throughout the building that have temperature automation built in.
2.  Change Air Filters Consistently: Air filters are important because they are responsible for eliminating impurities in the air such as dust, pollen and bacteria. An air-filter must be free of excessive build-up to perform properly. By replacing your air filters on a regular basis, you can improve airflow throughout your building and ensure that your AC system is operating at peak performance.  
3. Seal Windows and Doors: To maintain a consistent temperature in your commercial space, another easy tip to consider is to make sure your windows and doors are sealed properly and patch up any cracks in walls and the ceiling. By sealing any unplanned gaps or cracks, you are actively preventing the hot summer air from leaking into your space and affecting HVAC and staff efficiency.  
4. Schedule Regular HVAC Maintenance: Maintaining a HVAC system in a commercial building is detrimental. It is one of the best investments a commercial facility owner can make to keep their energy costs down, while keeping building occupants satisfied. A general rule of thumb is to have your HVAC system serviced once or twice a year to maintain long-term efficiency and usage.
5. Install Efficient Lighting: Commercial spaces do not always get enough natural lighting, which is why artificial lighting is necessary. Usage of energy efficient LED lighting instead of fluorescent or incandescent lighting will drastically reduce HVAC overuse.  

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