HVAC Coil Replacement Services in South Florida
At AC Power & Comfort, we’re dedicated to providing top-notch commercial HVAC repair and maintenance, especially HVAC coil replacement. This seemingly minor component can have a huge impact on your utility bills and even the lifespan of your HVAC equipment.
This is especially true here in Southern Florida, where the climate tends to put your HVAC system to the test year-round. Our weather patterns can get pretty extreme whether it’s a La Niña or El Niño year.
But with 18+ years of experience serving the commercial HVAC needs of commercial properties across South Florida, we’re experts in HVAC coil replacement. You can call us 24/7 for support across Palm Beach, Miami-Dade, Broward, and Martin County.
Evaporator Coils and Condenser Coils
In terms of commercial HVAC, two coil types are working together: the evaporator coil and the condenser coil.
The evaporator coil is located inside your indoor air handling unit. It draws in warm air through your ductwork. Then, chilled liquid refrigerant, which flows through the coil, absorbs all the warm air.
When the hot and cold temperatures meet, the refrigerant becomes a warm vapor. Finally, the warm vapor flows into your outdoor unit, where it becomes a gas and meets the condenser coil.
Your condenser coil vents all this heat to the condenser fan, which releases it outside—but it doesn’t release the refrigerant. The refrigerant cycles back into your indoor evaporator coil, and the process repeats.
These coils work in conjunction to keep your facility at the optimal temperature until there’s an issue requiring an HVAC coil replacement.
HVAC Coil Replacement Services Provided by AC Power & Comfort
As experienced HVAC professionals, we know HVAC systems inside and out—literally. Whether you need HVAC evaporator coil replacement or HVAC condenser coil replacement (or both), we pride ourselves on finding the true source of your HVAC issues and replacing the faulty components.
HVAC Evaporator Coil Replacement
When we perform HVAC evaporator coil replacement at your facility, the first step is a complete assessment. Because your system’s components work together in such a tight space, it’s crucial to confirm the root cause of the issues.
Next, we must remove the refrigerant and safely store it. There are right and wrong ways to do this—we always opt for the right way, which preserves as much clean refrigerant as possible to save you money.
Then we can remove and replace the evaporator coil itself. We perform this step carefully to prevent any kind of contamination or damage to the surrounding components.
To finish, we run multiple tests, including checking again for any leaks, recharging it with refrigerant, and doing some final adjustments. This is a major repair, so it’s crucial to fully assess the entire system once we put it back together.
Afterward, your utility bills and HVAC efficiency should be back to normal in no time.
HVAC Condenser Coil Replacement
Just like with evaporator coils, we start HVAC condenser coil replacement with a thorough assessment. This often means getting on the roof with your outdoor AC unit and searching for leaks, corrosion, or anything else that may be causing problems.
>We’ll safely remove and store the refrigerant from your system and proceed with the delicate process of replacing the coil. We take extra care not to damage the compressor, fan, or electrical connections.
You’ll also be aware of your options regarding the coil replacement. We’ll share our recommendations and the benefits of each so you can make an informed decision.
Then we test the system for leaks once more, recharge it with refrigerant per manufacturer specs, and fine-tune. You’ll notice increased cooling efficiency almost immediately.
Commercial HVAC Brands We Service
We specialize in HVAC coil replacement for these brands/makes:
- Carrier
- Trane
- York
- Daikin
- Evapco
- Marley
How HVAC Coil Replacement Extends the Lifespan of Your Equipment
When it comes to HVAC coil replacement, you actually have multiple types to choose from. These days, microchannel coils are very popular in HVAC condenser coil replacement specifically.
While these are typically marketed as being more cost-effective, the fact is microchannel coils are of lower quality than copper tube coils. And you get what you pay for.
At AC Power & Comfort, we specialize in replacing microchannel coils with copper tube coils. This single replacement can greatly expand the life expectancy of your unit, ultimately saving you money in the long run.
Other issues can impact the efficiency and longevity of your HVAC system, too. Dirt and grime accumulation in HVAC coils will force your unit to run longer and work harder to maintain the temperature.
Coil refrigerant leaks can cause urgent, severe issues as well. The cooling capabilities severely degrade at a rapid pace. Ice can form around the evaporator coil, which constricts airflow. Ultimately, your compressor can suffer major damage.
As part of your HVAC coil replacement, we’ll do a thorough leak test to determine if this issue affects you.
FAQs About HVAC Coil Replacement
Is it more cost-effective to replace the entire HVAC system instead of just the coil?
It may be more cost-effective to replace your entire HVAC system instead of just the coil, depending on the age of your equipment and whether other malfunctions are present.
For newer HVAC systems, it’s typically better to just replace the coil. This is true whether we’re talking about condenser or evaporator coils. But if your system is getting up there in years, you’d enjoy additional benefits from a full replacement, like more efficiency and lower utility bills.
If there are multiple major issues with the equipment, it may be more cost-effective to replace the entire system. During your estimate, we’ll discuss what we recommend for your specific situation and why.
Can HVAC coil replacement be a DIY project?
Doing HVAC coil replacement as a DIY project is theoretically possible, but we highly recommend against it. This isn’t anything like changing a lightbulb or replacing an air filter.
You see, HVAC coil replacement projects include safely draining refrigerant, welding or soldering, extensive testing, and technical fine-tuning.
Plus, we have to take a great deal of care not to damage other delicate components in your system throughout the process. As seasoned professionals, this is achievable for us.
But for someone unfamiliar with the intricacies of commercial HVAC, doing HVAC coil replacement as a DIY project is almost guaranteed to result in an expensive disaster.
What are common signs that an HVAC coil needs maintenance?
Common signs that an HVAC coil needs maintenance include:
- Sudden jumps in the price of your utility bills
- Your air conditioning feels warmer or has cool and hot spots
- Your AC runs often but doesn’t seem to be producing results
- Water stains on ceiling tiles or pooling water near your air handling unit
If you notice one (or more) of the above symptoms at your commercial facility, odds are something isn’t quite right with your HVAC system.
And when you put off HVAC coil replacement, additional issues crop up fast. Call AC Power & Comfort today at 1.561.405.5946. With 18+ years of experience serving properties like yours across South Florida, our expert technicians are here for you 24/7.
