Althoff Industries, Inc. Blog: Archive for the ‘Commercial Services’ Category

Understanding HVAC Static Pressure in a Building

Monday, June 12th, 2023

What do you think you specifically need from your commercial HVAC system? Your first thought is likely “heating and cooling.” But your commercial facility’s HVAC system also needs to maintain proper airflow to avoid issues with high static pressure.

If you don’t know what static pressure is and why it’s important, don’t worry. We’re experts in commercial HVAC in Chicago, IL and we can guide you through the basics on why high static pressure is a concern for a commercial indoor environment, what causes it, and how to detect it.

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The Hidden Risks of Neglecting Your Commercial Exhaust System

Monday, May 15th, 2023

The exhaust system for your business is probably a part that you don’t pay much attention to. Like much of the HVAC system that works in your commercial or industrial facility, it’s mostly hidden, and when it malfunctions you may not at first notice a problem with the heating and cooling inside the building.

But neglecting the exhaust system and leaving it without regular maintenance from professionals can lead to disasters. Below we’re going to look at why you need to have routine maintenance for your whole commercial HVAC system, exhaust system included, so you’ll know when it’s time to schedule necessary exhaust system repair in Chicago, IL with our technicians.

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Choosing the Right Commercial Air Conditioning Contractor

Monday, May 1st, 2023

Air conditioning systems for commercial facilities have larger functions than those for residential buildings. For example, commercial cooling often works year-round since a building may need specific climate controls to protect equipment and to allow for certain processes. No matter the job of a commercial AC system, it needs to run reliably in peak condition to protect operations.

This makes it imperative if you’re a business owner or operator to have the best contractor for your commercial AC in Naperville, IL, and throughout Chicagoland. You want to choose carefully and do your research. What should you look for?

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A Spring Reminder About Scheduling Commercial AC Maintenance

Monday, April 17th, 2023

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Warm weather is on the way, and although it may still seem like a long stretch before summer, we strongly recommend that you don’t delay when it comes to arranging for your commercial air conditioning maintenance in Chicago, IL. The sooner you reach out to us to schedule this service, the easier it will be to get you a convenient appointment.

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Answering Your Questions About Commercial Ejector Pumps

Monday, April 3rd, 2023

We offer a full range of commercial plumbing services to our clients across Chicagoland. One of these services is installing, repairing, replacing, and maintaining ejector pumps. An ejector pump in Chicago, IL can play a critical role in allowing many types of facilities to operate within local codes.

We often get questions regarding ejector pumps. In this post, we’ll provide the answers you need to know as a business owner. Feel free to reach out to us if you have any further questions or wish to schedule service for an ejector pump.

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Commercial Heating & Maintaining Good Indoor Air Quality

Monday, March 20th, 2023

Whatever type of heating system you use for your commercial facility (rooftop units, radiant heating systems, boilers, gas furnaces, etc.), you must also pay attention to your facility’s indoor air quality (IAQ). Unfortunately, indoor air quality is often low for commercial properties, especially during times when the heating system needs to run. To ensure the best efficiency for a commercial heating system, the facility needs to stay sealed from the outside, and this contributes to poor ventilation and lack of fresh air.

Poor indoor air quality creates multiple problems: health issues for occupants, lowered productivity for employees, damage to equipment (particularly electronics) and building materials, and even a drop in the value of the property.

What can you do to ensure the best IAQ for your commercial property while heating it? We’ll look at several actions you can take.

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Answering Basic Questions About EV Charging Stations

Monday, March 6th, 2023

The number of electrical vehicles on the road in Chicagoland is increasing all the time. You’ve likely seen signs for EV charging stations popping up all over Chicagoland, and perhaps you know of businesses that have decided to invest in installing charging stations on their property.

With such rapid developments in this new industry, people have many questions. We’ll address some of the more common ones business owners have about EV charging stations.

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The Advantages of Camera and Video Drain Inspections

Monday, December 26th, 2022

Your commercial facility has extensive plumbing in it, no matter what type of business you operate. Whether this plumbing is essential for process or is necessary for basic sanitation and water supply, you’ll want to ensure it’s kept in the best shape possible.

This is where commercial camera and video drain inspections in Chicago, IL is immensely helpful. Thanks to advances in technology, our commercial plumbers do not need to disrupt your business to handle jobs like pipe and sewer line inspections, drain and sewer cleaning, and diagnosing plumbing problems. This technology also makes it faster and easier to locate issues in commercial plumbing and devise solutions that remove time-consuming guesswork and physical disruption to the workspace.

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Pipe Lining Can Solve Your Commercial Plumbing Worries

Monday, December 12th, 2022

Plumbing problems for a commercial facility can be standard annoyances, such as clogged drains or problems with low water pressure (often a problem in high-rises). You’ll need professional commercial plumbers to handle these repairs, but they’re straightforward and you won’t have to worry about disruption or damage to your property.

But what about dealing with issues like leaking pipes within the concrete structure of your facility, or having to replace worn-down older underground pipes? The repairs can require extensive excavation and the breaking up of concrete slabs. This kind of work is extremely disruptive to a commercial operation, not to mention expensive and messy.

There is a way to solve this dilemma, which is pipe and drain lining. Not all commercial plumbers can offer this more efficient and cost-effective approach, but Althoff is proud to offer pipe and drain lining in Chicago, IL and throughout Chicagoland. We help you solve problems, not create new ones!

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The Different Levels of EV Charging Stations and What They Mean

Monday, November 28th, 2022

The SAE International, the automotive engineering organization, identifies three levels of EV charging. Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3. Many factors will influence your decisions regarding what type of EV charging solution is best for you or your business.

If you are installing for your business or retail location, you should consider several factors in deciding which Level of Chargers or Combinations work best for you:

How far do your average employees commute?
How far does a typical customer commute?
What is typical time spent in your establishment or location?
How many customers/employees will use the stations.

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