Drafty spots and frequent door openings for cargo drop-off and retrieval can make warehouses cold, uncomfortable and affect employee productivity. Even worse, it may cause heating costs to soar by forcing commercial HVAC systems to work harder than needed. The encouraging news is there are ways to retain warmth when the frigid winter temperatures arrive and minimize expensive heating repairs. Here are several tips for making it happen.

3 Ways to Keep Your Warehouse Comfortably Warm

1. Enhance Existing Heating System

Adding a warm air heating system is ideal because it customizes air distribution based on the size of the warehouse. Air is transferred over a heat exchanger to adjust the space’s temperature. An industrial-sized fan evenly distributes air for consistent comfort. 

Warm air heating systems can be mounted to a wall or roof or placed on the floor. Including one in your warehouse will help maintain consistent comfort and minimize heating repairs and system shutdowns.

2. Install Insulation

Damaged or missing seals around doors and windows provide entry points for unwanted cold air. Add insulation where needed so that heat can be retained inside the warehouse. If the seals are especially fragile, replace them. Stop cold air from entering gaps around doors and windows with caulk or sealant.

Vinyl strip curtains placed on loading dock doors will also help prevent draft spots during cargo loading and unloading. With proper insulation, a warehouse HVAC system can operate efficiently, save on energy costs, and reduce the chance of heating repairs. 

3. Use a Programmable Thermostat

These convenient devices allow you to adjust warehouse temperature levels based on a range of conditions. For example, you can lower the settings on non-work days and readjust for the start of the workweek. When the weather takes an unexpected turn, a programmable thermostat will reconfigure to accommodate the change. Many devices come with smart technology features such as the ability to set temperatures remotely.

These are just a few convenient ways for ensuring your warehouse stays reliably warm. For more than 30 years, Airco Service Company in Edwardsville, IL, has provided expert commercial HVAC system installations, maintenance, and repairs. The team of licensed technicians has extensive experience diagnosing and fixing a variety of units in all types of buildings, including warehouses. You can count on the job being done right the first time. If your current system needs heating repair service, call (618) 667-8977 for a no-obligation estimate and visit the website for more information.