Starting on January 1, 2023, the U.S. Department of Energy will raise its HVAC efficiency standards by 7%. Due to the increase, HVAC manufacturers must retool their plants to make new The post New HVAC Efficiency Standards and Its Impact on Equipment Availability appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

If you’re a building manager or owner, it’s likely that you know a rough estimate of how much you spend on repairs, maintenance, and service for your HVAC system. Depending on the status of your HVAC system, these necessary costs can run up quite the tab. And unfortunately, the expenses don’t stop there. We’ve laid […] The post Top 5 hidden costs to owning & operating your HVAC system appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

If you own or manage a multi-tenant commercial property, then one of your primary objectives is likely to improve tenant retention. Losing tenants is very expensive. Not only will you lose rental income, but you’ll also have to spend money to attract new tenants and clean and renovate empty rentals.  In the long run, it […] The post 5 ways you can improve tenant retention appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

When you work to improve your HVAC, what you’re really doing is working to improve the comfortability and health of your employees.  Poor HVAC management can impact your employees in a variety of ways.  If you struggle to maintain your equipment, it could result in an uncomfortable indoor environment — which can lead to employee […] The post Guide: Using Your HVAC To Improve IAQ & Employee Comfort appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

Whether you live in Florida or California, we should all shoot to maintain normal indoor humidity levels. But what exactly is considered “normal” indoor humidity levels and why is it important? Let’s break it down. What is a normal indoor humidity level? A normal (or ideal) indoor humidity level would be somewhere between 30% and […] The post What are normal indoor humidity levels? appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

Many businesses make the decision to go for the gold in green building initiatives and get LEED or ENERGY STAR certified.  Becoming certified is great for a multitude of reasons — more productive employees, less waste, better optics, and more. However, certification is not your only option. You don’t need to be certified to practice […] The post 3 ways your business can practice green building initiatives appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

Athletes aren’t the only ones going for the gold this season. At BMI Mechanical, we’re helping our clients go for the gold, too.  But not in the traditional sense.  Rather than gold medals, we’re helping our clients achieve a gold standard in energy conservation and sustainability through a LEED building rating. LEED (Leadership in Energy […] The post How can LEED certification benefit your business? appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

Your HVAC system does a lot of good for your business. It keeps your guests and employees comfortable, productive, and healthy. But unfortunately, there are several facets of your HVAC system that can create hurdles and complications for you — regulations and reporting requirements are prime examples of those hurdles. To further break this down, […] The post 3 HVAC hurdles you can free yourself from right now appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

Many people want to know, “How often should I change my air filter?”  Does it really make a difference if I replace it once every 6 months as opposed to once every 3 months? The answer to this question is yes. It does make a difference, and here’s why: You can reduce repairs: Your air […] The post Your Simple Guide: How often to change air filter appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more

With preventative HVAC maintenance provided by a commercial HVAC company, your business can gain freedom from a variety of recurring issues and daily frustrations. It can even save you time and money, as well as limiting waste along the way.  But what issues specifically can you liberate yourself from? Let’s take a look at 4 […] The post How You Gain More Independence With An HVAC Partner appeared first on BMI Mechanical Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning ..read more