HVAC Inspections Can Improve IAQ & Reduce Costs

Nov. 22, 2010 - PRLog -- As Chicago braces for a chilly Thanksgiving holiday with temperatures dipping below the freezing mark many HVAC systems are working overtime to keep homes, schools and offices warm.  

The proper functioning of HVAC systems is crucial for occupant comfort, energy efficiency and healthy indoor air quality.  Given the critical function of HVAC systems in industrial, commercial and high-rise residential buildings, it is recommended that HVAC systems be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure they are operating properly and delivering air that is not only set for occupant comfort, but also for occupant health. This approach to HVAC maintenance helps to ensure that the performance of the HVAC system remains optimal at all times and delivers healthy IAQ.

Cooling and air handling units of HVAC systems are continually exposed to moisture and pollutants from both indoor and outdoor air during the warm months.  With winter officially beginning next month these same systems across Illinois and Chicago are now delivering warm air.  HVAC systems can serve as the perfect breeding ground for mold and bacteria growth which are major culprits in the degradation of indoor air quality. These conditions can also lead to HVAC systems operating under decreased efficiency, increased consumption of energy and premature wear and tear.

A leading provider of HVAC inspections to ensure healthy IAQ in Chicago and across Illinois is EC2, Inc.  Since opening for business, EC2 has performed over 5,000 building investigations involving IAQ issues and often HVAC systems. “Understanding how HVAC systems are supposed to operate can mean the difference between a properly operating HVAC system and people getting sick,” reported Ed Chambers, President of EC2.  “At EC2 we have the experience and technical tools to make sure HVAC systems are operating properly.”

To learn more about inspecting HVAC systems for optimal IAQ or other environmental testing services please visit http://www.4ec2inc.com, email info@4ec2inc.com or call (815) 703-9000.

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About EC2, Inc.
EC2 is a leading provider of environmental consulting and inspection services for clients across the United States. Based in the Chicago area, the company provides their services to clients ranging from local companies and institutions to international Fortune 500 corporations.