When you’re the property manager of a single -story or multi-story commercial building in and around San Jose, it’s important to take water pressure problems seriously. Normal water pressure ranges from 40psi to 80psi. If you have a sudden drop in water pressure from the lower to the upper floors, your boost pumps could be
Whether it is earthquakes on the West Coast, tornadoes through the Midwest, or devastating floods in the Southeast, or fire emergencies anywhere in the country, Facility Managers with an Emergency Plan in place are critical to both recovering and restarting business operations following a disaster. First and foremost is the safety of all personnel. By
It is vital that you comprehend the best strategy of narrowing down on the most reliable contractor once you have a particular project that desires professional input. Choosing the best mechanical contractor can be a very difficult errand. It is our pleasure to provide some basic guidelines in selecting a contractor that will make the
Environmental heating and cooling is an objective for companies aiming to be better corporate citizens. Investing in heating and cooling systems can help a company reduce its carbon footprint and save money. Here are some tips for environmental heating and cooling in San Jose. Implementing zoning One of the most common recommendations we offer
It’s a beautiful day and as you settle into your morning routine at the office, sipping on your second cup of java your office line rings. A pipe has burst in the lobby restroom and water is everywhere. The company’s largest client is coming by for a lunch presentation and time is of the essence.
Another few years have passed and now it’s time for you to perform maintenance on your HVAC system. It takes time and money, and then you have to do it all again in the next few years. You should instead consider replacing the material in your HVAC system with sheet metal. Though thin, sheet metal
Finding a reputable plumbing, process piping and HVAC contractor requires more than comparing bottom line prices and being moved by creative marketing. Here are three areas you should look closely at when evaluating a contractor for your upcoming construction project. Quality of the Contractor’s Bid Evaluate these four areas to determine the level of quality
Indoor climate control provides more than just a comfortable temperature. In hot areas, a broken AC can lower productivity. Tech installations and labs also need a consistent and cool temperature to protect their equipment. With so many choices for service providers in the Bay area, how do you narrow down your options? One of the
If you’re planning to upgrade your facility’s heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC) system, you should consider going green. Like other green technologies, green HVAC systems are designed with an emphasis on energy efficiency, making them a smart long-term investment. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), roughly 40 percent of a typical commercial building’s
You may have an older HVAC unit that’s causing you some problems. Older heating/cooling appliances can be tricky when determining what’s wrong with them. Pinpointing the issue is one thing. Deciding if you should repair or just replace the unit is a little more difficult. If you are wondering if you need to replace your
