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An unexpected AC failure during extreme summer days doesn’t just cause discomfort in classrooms. It is accompanied by poor air quality, unexpected budget spending, and a complete dilemma. At one end, you have to find an alternative comfort source for those little starts, and at the other end, you have to bring faulty HVAC back on track. The compliance with local codes is another headache. This is not just an imaginary scenario; it happens frequently across Allentown, Bethlehem, Carbon County, and more. We have ourselves witnessed such scenarios many times (and fixed them, too).
The best way we recommend to keep such frustrations at bay is to get into an annual HVAC maintenance plan. Especially if you are managing an institutional or commercial property, a maintenance agreement is a must-have. In this blog, we will disclose the reasons why PA schools need a year-round maintenance plan.
Upper Merion Area School District, in Pennsylvania, is an excellent case study to understand this concept in a real-world scenario. The school district implemented HVAC maintenance plans. The idea was to get out of building issues, air quality problems, and equipment emergencies. The results were incredible. The district saved a lot of budget that was being eaten by HVAC emergencies in previous years. This budget was then allocated for other planned tasks related to reformations and improvements.
Many of our PA institute directors and school managers still don’t know what a PA maintenance plan actually covers. Some think it is just for the replacement of filters and basic equipment cleaning. Some overthink and include expensive things such as heat exchangers or compressor replacements in these maintenance plans. The reality is that the former is an underestimation and the latter is an exaggeration.
The other myth is that a maintenance plan for schools is just like the plan for homes or retail stores. The fact is that when you get into a professional agency such as Lehigh HVAC, you get a customized plan tailored to your school calendar and academic activities. A professional maintenance plan in this scenario should ideally cover:
Late Summer Visit
A complete system inspection and maintenance before the students return. It includes filter replacement, cleaning, energy optimization, component lubrication, and a complete tune-up. The goal is to make every classroom ready to regulate temperature efficiently.
Fall Visit
This visit is usually at the end of the fall, when winter is just overhead. This visit is aimed at making the system ready for the heating season ahead, ensuring there is a minimum risk of emergency breakdowns amid winter.
Winter Visit
This visit is usually scheduled during the peak cold days. The target is to check any possible issues in HVAC that could compromise comfort during extreme days. During this visit, all components are checked, serviced, and brought back to their optimal performance.
Spring Visit
This visit can be named a pre-cooling check-up. The HVAC systems are inspected and serviced, and reagents are replenished. The visit is concluded by preparing the building’s HVAC system to a condition where it performs well and ensures reliable comfort all summer long.
We understood what HVAC maintenance actually covers for schools. Now, let’s understand what it means for schools.
This is what you have to ensure at any cost being a school manager. And getting into an annual HVAC maintenance plan with professional contractors provides it at a very low cost. You can have peace of mind that your HVAC will provide the comfort your students deserve.
An HVAC maintenance plan ensures your system gets the timely care it deserves. Its energy optimization is kept at peak with a minimal risk of energy wastage. All this contributes to lowering the number you see on the bill's invoice.
Improved Indoor Air Quality
A well-optimized and highly maintained HVAC system ensures the air inside your home remains healthy and breathable. It happens as filters are replaced on time, coils are cleaned regularly, and ducts are kept in top condition. There is a little risk that contaminants and harmful agents will enter the indoor environment.
These are just a few. The actual benefits are far more, including prevention of major repairs, enhanced equipment lifespan, and protection of warranties. There is also a great likelihood that you will secure the deal at a discount. All this keeps your school a comfortable learning place where future minds will grow without experiencing any thermal discomfort. And you will save hundreds of dollars that you’d otherwise spend on emergency repairs, parts replacement, and separate maintenance services.
Your school needs a professional HVAC company that is equipped, skilled, and experienced to keep HVAC in top condition. And for Pennsylvania schools, Lehigh HVAC is the top choice for HVAC maintenance. Contact us and be carefree about HVAC the whole year.
