We are entering the second half of the winter season. Your commercial heater has been working hard to keep your business space warm and comfortable all season long, including many previous seasons. However, all that wear and tear may be adding up to strain that is reducing its effectiveness.
Keep reading to learn why you might need a professional service appointment for commercial heating in Melbourne, FL. Call our team to schedule your proactive service appointment so we can address any issues and get your system working at its best again.
Signs of a Water Leak
Water leaks can be sneaky, especially in commercial locations with larger heating systems. You probably don’t think about water leaks when it comes to commercial heating systems, but they are possible—and concerning! One red flag is an active leak, but you may not be in the right place to see it at the right time.
Instead, you may see water stains or wet spots following a leak. Water doesn’t always leak out consistently, as you may think. Leaks can be sporadic or happen very slowly over time, coming from the condensate drain line that is supposed to channel excess humidity away. The bottom line is that any suspicion of a leak should be treated seriously and addressed immediately.
Inconsistent Temperature
It is also a red flag if the air temperature is inconsistent when your commercial heating system is on and operating. When your heater is on for a cycle, hot air should come out of the vents to increase the indoor air temperature.
If the air is lukewarm or airflow varies from vent to vent, you have issues that need to be addressed. Your commercial heater may be part of the problem, but the attached ductwork may also be contributing to it.
You may be tempted to set the thermostat a little higher on your commercial heating system. While this may be a short-term solution, it does not address the reason your commercial heating system lost some of its efficacy. It is just a temporary bandage on a bigger problem that still needs to be addressed. It may leave your heater working harder or not producing the results you expect.
Unusual Sounds During Operation
You should also pay attention to any unusual sounds your commercial heating system makes. Anything that is out of the ordinary needs to be taken seriously. Examples include persistent clicking when the system is trying to turn on, humming during operation, or sounds that are loud and sudden, like booming, banging, or screeching.
Simply put, loud noises mean that your commercial heating system is not working properly and that something inside the system is malfunctioning. If the sounds are particularly concerning, we encourage you to call us immediately to check it out. Allowing a loud sound to continue could cause additional damage to your commercial heating system.
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