Commercial Air Handlers

Commercial air handlers are essential in maintaining comfort in your commercial building.

These large, complex units pair with heating and cooling equipment, such as commercial heat pumps and chilled water systems, working as a team to distribute conditioned air throughout your Fayetteville, NC, property.

Whether you need to retrofit an air handler to your existing HVAC system or are installing new equipment, Gore Plumbing, Heating & Air can recommend the best equipment for the size and occupancy of your building and the noise level and efficiency you expect at a cost that fits your budget.

North Carolina Commercial Air Handlers

The big metal box that contains your commercial air handler may look deceptively simple from the outside.

Inside the housing are components that work together to move conditioned air, including fans, dampers, a mixing chamber, a sound-muffling device, coils, and filter racks.

Our pros at Gore Plumbing, Heating & Air are experts at diagnosing air handlers, fixing problems, and providing solutions for equipment upgrades. We maintain long-lasting relationships with our commercial customers, and our technicians become familiar with each piece of equipment in your HVAC system, including your air handler.

We quickly recognize the difference between your air handler’s quirks and potential problems.

What Does an Air Handler Do?

Air handlers are the heart and lungs of commercial HVAC systems, dealing with fresh air and assisting with temperature control:

• Circulating Air: They allow your building to breathe by drawing outdoor air indoors and mixing it with filtered and conditioned indoor air. The mix of conditioned, filtered, outdoor, and recirculated indoor air flows through the ductwork and out of air vents.
• Heating and Cooling: They are the final step in the heating and cooling processes, blowing air over the evaporator coil, which contains the refrigerant that either releases or absorbs heat. Some air handlers also include heating coils. Fans inside the air handler propel the air beyond the coil and into the ductwork, which delivers it throughout your building.
• Filtering: Filters screen out pollutants and allergens in fresh and recirculated air.
• Humidity: The air handler assists with humidity control.

An air handler does not heat and cool your commercial property like a heat pump or chiller. It contains the coils where the heat exchange happens.

Air Handler Installation

Air handlers can be part of a packaged HVAC system or may be separate but working with a heat pump, chiller, or other commercial heating and cooling system. They may operate on the roof, on the ground outside your building, in a basement, or in a mechanical room.

When you choose Gore Plumbing, Heating & Air for air handler installation, you will get expert guidance on selecting the ideal system for your needs. We will recommend the type of air handler suited for your existing HVAC system or new equipment.

We also identify features like variable-speed motors and high-efficiency coils that can reduce energy consumption and help your bottom line.

We will accurately size your air handler, considering building size and occupancy, and determine where it should be located on your property to optimize its performance, decrease noise levels, and allow sufficient space for maintenance and repairs.

After seamlessly integrating your new air handler with your light commercial HVAC system, we test the equipment to ensure it works correctly and efficiently.

Air Handler Repairs

Air handlers typically last 15 to 20 years. An aging air handler may experience issues that require professional assessment and repair.

You can count on our experts to diagnose issues accurately and complete repairs quickly. We know that heating and cooling glitches can cause building closures that affect your employees, customers, and business.

What can go wrong with a commercial air handler? Here is a list of a few common problems:

• Motor Failure: Motors wear out.
• Damper Problems: A faulty damper can affect airflow and temperature control.
• Refrigerant: Refrigerant lines may leak and require repair.
• Coils: Damaged or corroded coils may need replacement.
• Electrical: Faulty wiring or controls can disrupt air handler operation.

Regular maintenance is one of the best methods for avoiding problems that need repair.

Air Handler Maintenance

Preventative HVAC maintenance is crucial for air handler longevity, energy efficiency, and optimal performance.

At Gore Plumbing, Heating & Air, we are committed to working with you on an effective maintenance program. We will tailor maintenance tasks and tune-up frequency to your unique needs.

Maintenance typically includes replacing the air filter, cleaning the coils, inspecting the motor, and checking for leaks and electrical issues.

Schedule a Free HVAC Consultation

You can trust our pros at Gore Plumbing, Heating & Air for professional commercial air handler installation, maintenance, and repair services. We understand the complexities of commercial air handlers and the importance of a comfortable and efficient environment for your Fayetteville, NC, building. Call us at 910.485.5877 or request service online.