Upgrading your commercial AC
Signs it’s time to upgrade your commercial cooling technology
An unreliable AC is bad for business. Beat the costly repairs, uncomfortable environments and higher energy bills with an upgrade. A new AC is better for your building, the environment and your bottom line.
- Better refrigerant
Most older ACs contain an ozone-depleting refrigerant. Today’s systems are more environmentally-friendly and reduce your system’s risk of overheating.1 - Better fans
Today’s units have variable speed technology so units run at lower speeds on cooler days to use less energy and generate less noise. - Better ductless
Solutions such as ductless mini-splits are great options for cooling spaces without installing expensive ductwork.
- Better energy efficiency
compressors Systems 10-15 years old have a maximum cooling efficiency rating of 9 or 10. Today’s systems range from 13 to 25+.2 - Better compressors
Newer systems can run on lower capacity when full power isn’t needed to save energy and reduce noise.
Upgrading is good for the environment
Most AC units older than 10 years use R22 which is a harmful ozone-depleting refrigerant. Since 2020, R22 has been banned in Canada. If your system still uses this refrigerant and breaks down, it can no longer be repaired. Avoid a future emergency with a new AC system today.
Featured products
A new and properly-sized cooling system matched to the unique needs of your business will keep you comfortable and help save on energy consumption.
Carrier WeatherExpert 48
- Available with 3 to 23-ton cooling capabilities
- Ultra-high efficiency model with SEERs up to 17.5
- Multi-stage compressors and VFDs for better control and energy savings8
- Recommended for: Restaurants, multi-residential buildings, retail spaces
Daikin VRV IV
- Available with 6 to 34-ton cooling capabilities
- Heats and cools simultaneously
- Integrated Energy Efficiency Ratio (IEER) up to 28
- Design flexibility with piping lengths up to 3,280 ft total and 100 ft. vertical separation between indoor units9
- Recommended for: Multi-residential buildings, large commercial spaces
Rooftop Units
- Provides heating, cooling or all-in-one solutions
- Variable speed for more precise temperature control and energy savings
- Higher SEER ratings for better environmental impact
- A rooftop unit (RTU) reduces operational noise and helps provide uninterrupted maintenance and service to your business
- Recommended for: Large commercial spaces, restaurants and hospitality
Ductless Split Systems
- Provides zone-controlled heating and cooling
- Perfect for buildings with no ductwork
- Non-intrusive installation
- Individual air handlers can be set and adjusted depending on the specific needs of that room
- Energy savings since only the spaces being used are cooled
- Recommended for: Retail, office, schools
Industries we serve
Multi-residential buildings
Ensure all of your tenants are safe and happy with cooling solutions designed to provide uninterrupted comfort.
Retirement & long term care
The health and wellbeing of your residents, visitors and healthcare workers is your priority. It’s ours, too.
Warehousing & manufacturing
Maintaining a comfortable temperature in large spaces pose unique challenges. Our solutions will help.
Restaurants
A welcome dining environment is one guests will recommend and return to over and over again.
Hospitality
Keep their home away from home operating smoothly so they’ll check in over and over again.
Schools
Keep students focused with optimal temperatures all year long.
Flexible financing solutions
Enercare Advantage® is a hassle-free, flexible, convenient option for business owners who don’t want to worry about upfront payments, repairs, maintenance fees or surprise bills.*
- Zero up-front costs
- Repairs for the life of your cooling system
- Included maintenance
- 24/7/365 priority appointment booking
- Fully licensed and insured technicians
Why Enercare?
With over 65+ years of installing, servicing and maintaining mechanical equipment, our technicians know how to properly size and install your boiler.
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Upgrading your cooling system can be easy.
Call today to book an appointment with an Energy Management Consultant.
Design & install
We use only industry-leading brands and new energy efficient equipment so you can offset your carbon footprint. Our licensed technicians install your equipment right the first time.
Service & maintenance
Keep your comfort equipment safe, efficient and maintained with access to over 700 fully licensed and insured technicians, along with 24/7/365 call centre priority service.
Added value
Get help when you submit eligible equipment rebates, and pay no transfer fees if you sell your business property and use those savings to invest in other areas of your business.
Frequently asked questions about commercial air conditioners
- We use Carrier, Daikin and other leading equipment manufacturers. Our technicians install rooftop units, ductless systems and more.
- Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ration measures cooling efficiency. Anything over a rating of 13 is great. Older units likely have a rating of about 8 which means your building is using a lot of energy to cool the environment.
- Most AC units that are older than 10 years use R22 which was banned in Canada in 2020. If your unit breaks, a technician will not be able to repair it. Replacement will be the only option.
- A commercial cooling system should last about 15 years.
- Yes. Enercare Advantage®is our rental program that comes with the benefit of predictable monthly payments with $0 due upfront.*
- There are many factors beyond square footage that will determine the best fit. Schedule a meeting with an Energy Management Consultant at 1-855-321-1508.
- There are government rebates available on eligible equipment, and our team can help you complete the applications.
Get a free commercial cooling assessment
Share your details and an Energy Management Consultant will be in touch to discuss next steps with your AC system. Trust our 50+ years of keeping businesses cool across the GTA.