Tom's Commercial provides commercial HVAC repair for businesses throughout Arlington and the Dallas–Fort Worth area. Our technicians repair a wide range of commercial heating, cooling and control systems, from individual rooftop units serving small office buildings to chillers, boilers and building automation systems supporting larger facilities and industrial applications.
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Commercial HVAC Repair in Arlington, TX
Commercial HVAC Repair for Businesses Throughout DFW
Whether the issue involves comfort cooling, process cooling, heating or recurring equipment problems, we’ll diagnose the cause and recommend the repair that best fits your system.
Call Tom's Commercial at (817) 857-7400 to schedule commercial HVAC repair. Emergency service is available 24 hours a day.
Commercial HVAC Systems We Repair
Each type of commercial HVAC system has its own operating characteristics and potential failure points. Our technicians have experience repairing and servicing all types of commercial HVAC equipment used for comfort cooling, process cooling, heating and building controls in office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, medical buildings and apartment communities in Arlington and Fort Worth.
- Rooftop units (RTUs)
- Commercial split systems
- Chillers
- Boilers
- Server room and data center cooling
- Building automation and energy management controls
Signs Your Commercial HVAC System Needs Repair
Not every HVAC problem announces itself with a complete loss of heating or cooling. Many issues develop gradually before they become emergency service calls.
Some common signs your commercial HVAC system may need repairs include:
- One area of the building consistently runs hotter or colder than the rest
- Occupants continue reporting comfort complaints in the same areas
- Utility costs increase without a clear operational change
- Airflow becomes noticeably weaker in certain zones
- Building automation or thermostat alarms occur more frequently
- Equipment short cycles or restarts repeatedly
- Water is leaking around HVAC equipment
- Unusual noises or vibration develop during operation
- Equipment struggles to maintain set temperatures during peak demand
Common Commercial HVAC Repairs
Commercial HVAC systems consist of hundreds of interconnected components. Some of the repairs we commonly perform include:
Cooling Components:
- Compressors
- Condenser coils
- Evaporator coils
- Refrigerant leaks
- Expansion valves
- Condenser fan motors
Heating Components:
- Burners
- Ignition systems
- Heat exchangers
- Boiler controls
- Gas valves
- Circulation pumps
Air Distribution:
- Supply fans
- Blower motors
- Drive belts
- Dampers
- Airflow restrictions
- Ductwork issues
Electrical and Controls:
- Contactors
- Capacitors
- Relays
- Sensors
- Thermostats
- Control boards
- Wiring issues
- Building automation controls
Our HVAC Repair Professionals Strive to Minimize Business Disruption
Commercial HVAC repairs often require coordination beyond the equipment itself. Depending on the building and the system involved, repairs may require rooftop access, entry into tenant spaces, access to mechanical rooms or coordination with facility staff.
Whenever practical, we work with property managers, facility managers and business owners to schedule access efficiently, isolate affected equipment and restore critical areas first. Some repairs can be completed while normal operations continue, while others may require temporary shutdowns of specific equipment or zones.
Throughout the process, our goal is to communicate clearly so you know what work is being performed, what areas may be affected and what to expect before the repair is complete.
Helping Reduce Future HVAC Problems
Some equipment failures happen without warning. Others begin as relatively minor issues that gradually affect comfort, efficiency or reliability over time.
Routine commercial HVAC maintenance can identify worn components, airflow restrictions, electrical issues and controls problems before they result in unexpected breakdowns.
After completing a repair, we can also recommend maintenance strategies that help reduce future service calls and keep your HVAC system operating more reliably.
Commercial HVAC Repair FAQs
Can commercial HVAC repairs be completed without shutting down my building?
In many cases, yes. Depending on the equipment involved, repairs may be completed while the building remains occupied or while only a portion of the HVAC system is temporarily taken offline.
For critical cooling applications, such as process chillers, server rooms, data centers, healthcare spaces or other temperature-sensitive areas, the repair may require additional planning to limit risk and coordinate access. Some repairs do require equipment shutdowns, but we’ll explain what to expect before work begins.
What information helps you diagnose a commercial HVAC issue more efficiently?
Knowing which equipment is affected, when the problem began, whether it impacts one area or the entire building, any thermostat or building automation alerts, recent service history and any noticeable changes in system operation can all help us diagnose the issue more efficiently.
What can cause only part of my building to lose heating or cooling?
Zone-specific comfort problems may be caused by rooftop unit issues, dampers, VAV boxes, thermostats, controls, ductwork restrictions or airflow imbalances. Identifying the source requires evaluating both the affected area and the HVAC equipment serving it.
How can I tell if our HVAC problems are caused by controls or thermostats instead of the equipment itself?
Controls-related problems often appear as inconsistent temperatures, incorrect scheduling, repeated comfort complaints or equipment that doesn't respond as expected. However, similar symptoms can also result from mechanical or electrical failures, which is why proper diagnostics are important.
How do you determine whether a commercial HVAC issue is mechanical, electrical or airflow-related?
Our technicians evaluate the entire system rather than focusing on a single component. That includes inspecting mechanical equipment, electrical components, airflow, controls, sensors and operating conditions to determine what's actually causing the problem.
Can you help determine the cause of recurring commercial HVAC problems?
Yes. If the same issues continue returning, we'll look beyond the immediate repair to identify underlying causes such as airflow restrictions, control issues, equipment wear, maintenance concerns or other conditions contributing to repeat failures.
How do you diagnose comfort complaints in specific areas of the building?
We evaluate the equipment serving that area along with zoning, airflow, controls, thermostats and other system components that could affect comfort. In many cases, localized comfort issues can be traced to something other than the primary HVAC equipment.
Do commercial HVAC repairs require access to tenant spaces, rooftops or mechanical rooms?
They can. Depending on where the affected equipment is located, repairs may require access to rooftops, mechanical rooms, electrical panels, tenant spaces or building automation controls. Coordinating access before the visit can help minimize delays.
Can you diagnose HVAC issues involving building automation or energy management controls?
Yes. Building automation systems play an important role in how commercial HVAC equipment operates. We can diagnose controls-related issues and determine whether the problem originates with the equipment, the controls or the communication between them.
What should I do while waiting for commercial HVAC service?
If it's safe to do so, document any alarms or error messages, note which areas of the building are affected and keep equipment access areas clear. Avoid repeatedly resetting breakers or restarting equipment if the same problem continues to occur, as that can make diagnosis more difficult or potentially cause additional damage.
Call us at 817-857-7400 to request commercial HVAC service or contact us online to schedule. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC repair in Arlington and Fort Worth.
