Since commercial heating expenses may sometimes be quite significant, business owners in Boston, MA, should be on the lookout for any possible source of inefficiency. In fact, there are many places in the typical commercial building where warm air may leak out without you knowing it. This article discusses three main areas where your commercial space may lose heat.
Cracks, Holes, Gaps and Other Openings
It may not seem like much air can escape through a tiny crack or gap in a wall, window or door, but with enough such openings, the total impact can be significant. As a result, your heating system will have to work harder than it would otherwise need to, which forces you to pay higher heating bills. It’ll also subject your heating system to avoidable stress, which may shorten its lifespan and raise your long-term repair and replacement costs.
To deal with such issues, we strongly recommend installing brand-new, energy-efficient doors and windows in your commercial space. Also, have professionals carefully check your walls, floors, and ductwork and seal up any holes they find.
HVAC Ductwork, Ceilings, Walls and Floors
Insulation can greatly assist in maintaining a building’s indoor temperature. It might exist on the walls, floors, ceilings and HVAC ductwork. You might have gaps in the insulation in some of these areas, and other areas may have no insulation at all.
Adding or replacing insulation can do much to prevent heat loss. Depending on the kind of insulation you have, it may last anywhere from 10 to about 80 years. Most ductwork insulation lasts for about 10-15 years.
Chimneys, Exhaust Vents and Flue Pipes
Improper ventilation may end up working against you. Sometimes, heat might escape through your building’s exhaust vents, flue pipes and chimneys. Professionals should examine these regions to find out if there are any issues.
Keeping a close watch over these three areas can save business owners in Boston, MA, a lot of money, especially over the long run. To keep your customers and employees comfortable, call Sagamore and schedule our commercial HVAC services.
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