CAN YOU INSTALL A COMMERCIAL AIR CONDITIONER YOURSELF?

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Commercial air conditioner installation can be a challenging task, even for the most seasoned DIY professional. We’re now well into the hot summer months and having a working air conditioner is essential, especially if you own an office building or an apartment complex. If you’ve noticed that your HVAC system isn’t performing as well as it should, or perhaps it’s simply time for an upgrade, it’s always best to contact a professional to get the job done. 

In short, you can install a commercial air conditioner yourself, but it comes with serious risks and complications that might end up costing you even more money in the end. Here are several of the disadvantages of DIY air conditioner installation that our HVAC professionals in NJ have seen over the years.  

The Disadvantages Of DIY Air Conditioner Installation

Many commercial air conditioners are complex, especially in larger buildings like shopping malls, corporate offices, and hotels. The installation process is equally complex and requires specialist knowledge and expertise, and you need to be aware of all local guidelines and requirements. While there are many disadvantages of DIY air conditioner installation, here are three especially important ones:

It will take longer: Doing the job by yourself will take longer, especially if you aren’t familiar with commercial HVAC systems. There’s certainly nothing wrong with learning on the job or learning as you go, but with a big job like this, it’s best to leave it to a team of experts who can finish the job in a fraction of the time. This consideration is especially important if you have building occupants that are starting to complain about room temperature. The quicker your HVAC system is installed, the quicker the occupants of your building will be cool, comfortable – and most of all, calm. 

You need a certification: Working with systems that use refrigerants requires you to obtain a special certification from the EPA. You’ll need to study for and pass the exam, plus pay a fee. If you pass you’ll receive a certification card that allows you to buy refrigerants – but in the time it takes you to do all of this, you could have just hired a certified HVAC technician to complete the job. 

Long term expenses: One big disadvantage of installing your own commercial HVAC system is, if you aren’t licensed, you will void the warranty if you install it yourself. Only licensed HVAC technicians can install equipment that comes with a warranty, plus if you don’t know how to properly fit the existing ductwork to your new HVAC unit and ensure it’s sealed properly, cool air will leak out and your bills will be higher. 

Why Hire An Expert To Install A Commercial Air Conditioner?

Licensed work comes with a warranty: Warranties for large appliances like refrigerators, dishwashers, washing machines, and HVAC units are very important because nearly all HVAC systems will experience issues at some point throughout their lives. With a warranty, you can quickly and easily replace faulty parts and cover commercial HVAC maintenance checks.

It saves you time: We’re all for DIY projects, but with something as intricate as installing a commercial HVAC system, it’s best to leave it to the pros. Attempting to do an installation solo can be a long, tricky process and when you hire a team of experts, the job will be done much more quickly and efficiently.

They know the most energy-efficient equipment: All business owners strive to be more energy efficient, both for the environment and for their monthly energy costs. Licensed HVAC technicians have the latest knowledge about the most energy-efficient HVAC components and can integrate them into your system. 

If you’d like to speak with a member of our team about assistance with commercial air conditioner installation, please contact Tri-Tech Energy today.

Originally published at: https://www.tritechenergy.com/blog/can-i-install-air-conditioner-myself/

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