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For commercial HVAC projects, rooftop units are a great choice for keeping the property comfortable, ventilated, and code-compliant. However, when a property exceeds 30,000 sq. ft., adding multiple rooftop units is more practical than relying on a single unit.
Lehigh HVAC recently finished a similar project. It was a 32,000 sq. ft. commercial property at 1471 Lehigh Street, Antique Market, in Allentown, PA. The client demanded a complete HVAC solution, including unit installation, ventilation, indoor air quality, and electrical and plumbing connections. This large-scale commercial project included 4 rooftop unit installations. In this post, we will explain how we approached the project from initial site assessment to final installation and how those 4 installed units maintained comfort across the property.
To learn more about our commercial HVAC services, pricing, and strategy, contact us at 484-961-7044.
Large commercial properties have spacious floors and different operational requirements across various zones. Installing multiple rooftop units distributes heating and cooling capacity, delivering comfort to different zones based on their needs.
In practice, it offers several benefits, including:
Distributes HVAC capacity across a large property
Provides flexibility in equipment placement
Allows system design around different building areas
Supports commercial heating and cooling requirements
Makes equipment selection specific to the building layout
However, installing multiple units doesn't automatically guarantee even comfort. You also have to match the equipment capacity, installation quality, and ductwork to the property's needs.
The 32,000-Sq.-Ft property required a complete HVAC solution, including heating, cooling, ventilation, and humidity control. The requirement was not only to install the rooftop unit of the matching capacity but also to coordinate it with the associated ductwork, electrical connections, exhaust fans, and system controls.
Certified technicians at Lehigh HVAC completed the project, ensuring professionalism and quality workmanship throughout. As a result, the 4 rooftop units worked together to meet the project requirements.
Coordinating multiple rooftop units requires more than focusing on the equipment. The connections and the associated systems must also work together.
Here is what else needs equal attention apart from the equipment.
Equipment placement: Rooftop access, available installation space, structural requirements, and service access all influence equipment positioning.
Capacity selection: The equipment capacity must match the property's exact heating and cooling requirements, not just the square footage.
Ductwork coordination: Precise ductwork is also required, in addition to equipment placement, to ensure optimized airflow across the property.
Electrical and gas connections: These supporting components are required for uninterrupted energy supply and system operation.
System controls: Controls are required to monitor the HVAC performance and prevent accidental errors.
These considerations become totally non-negotiable when multiple rooftop units are installed in the space.
The 1471 Lehigh Street project shows how Lehigh HVAC follows a professional approach from start to finish. The team applies the same quality standards to every project we accept. We also conduct frequent quality checks, where a senior HVAC engineer evaluates the work and verifies that it meets professional quality standards. Only when the team is confident in the work's quality do technicians move on to the next project.
If you are looking for reliable HVAC service providers in Pennsylvania, Lehigh HVAC is the ultimate solution for your concerns. Book an appointment today or get a free estimate at 484-961-7044.
