AEM Blog - Archive

Severe Weather Risk We are all familiar with the damage caused to roofs and cars from large hail. Did you know that hail can cause serious damage to your central air conditioner? I am not talking about cosmetic damage to the condenser housing, rather I am referring to damage to components that can have a negative impact on the performance of your central air. If left without being repaired damaged components are likely to cause your equipment to work harder to cool your home or business. This will increase your energy use and shorten the life of the unit as a whole. Most Vulnerable to Hail are...

Summer has finally arrived bringing with it all the usual concerns for keeping your facilities cool. During the summer your air conditioner helps you provide a comfortable environment, but it comes at a cost pulling at your purse strings consuming a lot of energy. Quick Tips to Reduce Your Energy Bill This Summer Replace Old Systems Take a good hard look at your existing systems and answer a few critical questions. Has your facility or occupancy out-grown your existing cooling system? Is your cooling system old and straining to function properly? Has your energy consumption increased as your e...

Heating, cooling and indoor air quality are critical factors in the comfort and efficiency of your building. The HVAC system design created for your building is crucial in reaching and maintaining your facility's indoor air quality. AEM Mechanical Services will work directly with you, your architect or general contractor. We offer design build services for building from the ground up or renovations. Unique Solutions There are no standard out-of-the-box solutions for your building's HVAC needs. That is where our HVAC Design Build services come in. We create custom solutions that are specificall...

Season changes indicate it is time for HVAC maintenance. We are transitioning between the bitter dry cold  winter air and the hot and humid air we are subjected to each year in Minnesota. It is important to schedule your seasonal HVAC maintenance visit. Keeping a pleasant and healthy environment is important for your customers, employees, merchandise and / or manufacturing process. Humidity and temperature extremes can damage productivity, effect product quality and customer satisfaction. A well maintained HVAC system will save your money, even a small dip in efficiency can be costly when...

Central Air Is More Common Than Ever Before Growing up I remember sitting in front of our noisy box fan trying to cool down. We would have several in the house that included a few wedged into our windows to try and get the cooler outdoor air to circulate into the house. Today air conditioning is quite common in our homes, whether it is a window unit or central air. How Much Do You Know About Air Conditioning? Here are some quick frequently asked questions we hear relating to air conditioning and cooling your home. Should I use ceiling fans along with my air conditioner to cool my home? Using c...