In recent years, the UK has experienced severe storms, not to mention extreme weather events such as heatwaves.
As with all areas of your home or commercial building, preparation is key to ensuring that all of your systems can continue to operate safely and efficiently in all weathers. This includes your HVAC systems, which include any heating, ventilation or air conditioning units.
At Lee Jackson, we specialise in the installation and repair of air conditioning.
In today‚’s post, we‚’re here to guide you on all the ways to prepare your HVAC systems for harsh weather conditions.
Heating
UK winters can bring their fair share of rain, wind, snow and freezing temperatures. But with the increasing cost of energy, keeping your home or building warm during the colder months can be expensive.
Embracing the latest technology or retrofitting works can not only future-proof your property for harsh weather conditions, but it can also save you money.
Some top tips to modernise your system and improve efficiency include:
- Upgrade your gas boiler or consider switching to a heat pump
- Create zoned heating systems or use smart thermostats for better control and reduced waste.
- Insulate your roof and floors
- Replace old double glazing with new double or triple glazing
- Seal gaps around doors and windows to minimise heat loss
- Service your system annually before winter to check pressure, filters and flow rates
- Install surge protection and elevate external heat pump units to prevent flood damage
- Use weatherproof housing to shield outdoor units from ice, debris and wind exposure
- Try to run all of your HVAC systems on renewable energy wherever possible
Ventilation
The UK‚’s damp climate and increasingly airtight homes mean ventilation is vital for comfort and health.
One of the best places to start with ventilation is actually humidity. Simply put, a high amount of moisture in the air can lead to many problems. Natural and mechanical ventilation systems can greatly reduce humidity levels.
It‚’s possible to fit humidity sensors in bathrooms and kitchens to automatically activate extractor fans. Dehumidifiers are another top investment, especially to prevent mould, which can be made worse due to showering, cooking or drying clothes indoors.
In general, it‚’s important to keep a good flow of fresh air throughout your home or commercial building. In terms of future proofing, mechanical ventilation systems can work to extract stale air and bring in fresh air while recovering heat.
Also ensure ducting and filters are cleaned regularly to avoid blockages and maintain airflow.
Air Conditioning
Now we‚’re onto our area expertise as Nottingham‚’s leading air conditioning installers (in our humble opinion, of course!).
Since this post is about future proofing your HVAC systems, the first point to make regarding air conditioning is ensuring that your home or commercial building actually has air conditioning installed.
That‚’s because in recent years, we‚’ve all experienced far hotter temperatures during summer. Traditionally, British buildings weren‚’t built to consider cooling, meaning it is becoming increasingly essential to retrofit your building with air conditioning to allow all of that excess heat to dissipate.
When you‚’re looking to get air conditioning installed, the major decision is choosing the right
system for your building. At Lee Jackson, we offer ducted air conditioning, ceiling mounted air conditioning and floor mounted air conditioning.
In terms of future proofing your air conditioning for harsh weather conditions, our top tips include:
For larger properties: Multi-split systems or VRF systems provide flexible temperature control in different zones. You can also select units with inverter compressors, which adjust output based on demand to save energy and reduce wear.
Reducing air conditioning running costs (especially during heatwaves!): Pair with smart thermostats or building management systems to monitor and optimise energy use. Use timer settings or eco modes to avoid overcooling during heatwaves. Combine with solar PV panels to offset energy use and improve resilience during grid stress.
Performing regular maintenance: Clean filters and coils regularly to maintain performance. Ensure condensate drains are clear to prevent leaks. Another top tip is to use protective covers to shield outdoor condensers from debris and high winds.
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Are you looking to get air conditioning installed in the East Midlands? Lee Jackson is based in Nottingham and we also serve the wider Derby and Leicester areas.
If you‚’re looking to future proof your property, then air conditioning is definitely a way to ensure you can work, rest or sleep well in warmer weather.
For information on air conditioning installation, or if you‚’re in need of a repair to an existing unit, please get in touch.
You can also give us a call on 0800 949 9070.
