You can’t manage what you don’t measure. With Canadians spending roughly 90% of their time indoors, it’s essential to provide a warm, comfortable environment for your tenants, customers and employees. Is your system effective in meeting the demand?
Furnaces become less efficient over time, increasing repair and energy costs. Heating systems have a 15-year expected lifespan. If your unit is approaching the decline stage, now is the perfect time to upgrade it with something more energy-efficient and reliable.
Some key indicators it’s time to upgrade your industrial furnace
Frequent and costly repairs
If you’ve been spending money on repairs to keep your commercial system running, it may be more cost-effective to upgrade. A decrease in efficiency likely means a rise in energy costs.
Long run time
Your heating system runs constantly to meet the demands of the Canadian winter. As performance drops, it works harder and longer for the same result, driving up energy and operating costs.
Inconsistent temperatures
Over time, heating systems lose the ability to distribute heat evenly. Blocked ducts and dirty air filters can also contribute to airflow imbalance.
Noises & smells
Rattling, banging or squeaking noises after the system turns on may point to efficiency problems. Strong odours could also indicate a gas leak.
Increase efficiency and comfort
Typical energy costs in the hotel industry range from $15/m2 to $50/m2. For restaurants, the range is $50/m2 to $275/m24. With the introduction of Canada’s Carbon Tax, landlords and business owners can expect to pay even more for their heating bills with the price of natural gas increasing to 5.9 cents in 2020, 7.8 cents in 2021, and 9.8 cents per cubic meter in April 20225.
By retrofitting your existing equipment, you could potentially reduce your costs and consumption by an average of 20% or more6. Remember, purchasing a furnace is a substantial investment. When choosing your heating system, the cost of energy to operate your heating system over its lifetime is equally as important as its purchase price. The more efficient your heating system is, the lower your operating costs are likely to be!
Reasons to upgrade
Lower heating bills
Upgrading to a high-efficiency furnace with a higher AFUE (annual fuel utilization efficiency) saves money on annual heating costs while cutting emissions.
Quieter, easier operation
The variable-speed motors in new furnaces are quieter and use less energy, with better temperature controls and filtration for improved indoor air quality.
Utility rebates
Get paid to make your business more energy-efficient with government rebates that help cover new furnace purchases, installations and commercial energy assessments.
Commercial heating systems come in many forms
Boilers
A boiler system is a heating method that uses hot water or steam to heat your space and is a great fit for large commercial, multi-residential and industrial buildings.
Rooftop units
A rooftop unit (RTU) combines heating, ventilating, and air conditioning in one, and is typically installed on the roof of a building and improves indoor air quality.
Variable refrigerant flow
VRF is a ductless HVAC system that provides zone-controlled heating and cooling.
Why choose Enercare?
With all the expensive business decisions you need to make, upgrading your mechanical systems shouldn’t be one of them. Free up capital to invest in your business with the Enercare Advantage program.
Design & install
- Industry-leading products, featuring brands like Armstrong Air, GSW and Rinnai.
- New energy-efficient equipment to offset your carbon footprint.
- Quality installations done right the first time.
Service & maintenance
- HVAC maintenance to keep your equipment safe and efficient.
- Performed by fully licensed and insured technicians.
- Priority service through our 24/7/365 call centre.
Value creation
- Utility rebate application support on eligible equipment.
- Invest in other business improvement projects.
- No-cost transfer on sale of property.
Call 1-855-321-1508 today to schedule a meeting with one of our Energy Management Consultants who will perform a walkthrough of your current heating system and offer suggestions including upgraded equipment and cost-saving options.