The Future of Commercial Heating and Cooling Systems
It’s no secret that the commercial heating and cooling industry is rapidly changing. In 2023, the trend will continue towards faster, more efficient Building Automation Systems (BAS) and IT Networking systems. This shift will allow businesses to reduce their overall costs while still providing a comfortable environment for employees. Let’s take a look at some […]
The Phase Out of Chlorofluorocarbons and the Impact on Your Property Management
In 1987, the Montreal Protocol was established to phase out the use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) from refrigerant systems due to its damaging effects on the ozone layer. For years, CFCs were favored for their low toxicity and stability, but it was later discovered that these chemicals posed a serious threat to the environment. The most […]
What Is Ductless Heating and Cooling?
What Is Ductless Heating and Cooling? For property managers and building owners, it is important to stay up-to-date on the latest HVAC technologies in order to optimize systems and ensure that they are running as efficiently as possible. One heating and cooling solution that is becoming increasingly popular is ductless mini-split systems. In this post, […]
How to Reduce Energy Costs with a Commercial HVAC System
In the United States, heating and cooling account for about 48% of the energy used in commercial buildings, making it the largest source of energy consumption. The Department of Energy (DOE) has set a goal to reduce this number by 30% by 2025. One way to help achieve this goal (and save money) is to […]
Data Driven Digital Solutions
Over the last decades heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning systems became significantly more energy efficient. This is immensely important as they are one of the largest energy-consuming loads in commercial and residential buildings. Smooth performance of the systems requires careful installation, thorough cleaning, and regular maintenance. Running an HVAC system (energy) efficiently is challenging because of […]
5 Smart Building Trends to Watch
Every day, more devices in the built environment are being added to building automation systems, and truly smart buildings are beginning to emerge. Because of the profound cost, safety and comfort benefits, integrated building automation systems are here to stay and will only increase in popularity for the foreseeable future. It is critical for MEP […]
Uncertainty in the air? Let us help…
Turn to the experts who look at air differently. In today’s healthcare and business facilities, there’s a lot of uncertainty in the air. Uncertainty that exposes you and your building to unnecessary risk. At Level One we are dedicated to helping you mitigate those risks, while enhancing comfort, airflow, indoor air quality, staff productivity, and […]
4 Ways Your HVAC Unit Can Alleviate Allergies
[kc_row use_container=”yes” force=”no” column_align=”middle” video_mute=”no” _id=”300191″][kc_column width=”12/12″ video_mute=”no” _id=”905679″][kc_column_text _id=”476560″] Allergies trigger when small agitating particles hit your airways. Most of us notice that allergies are less problematic indoors, because there are fewer allergens. It’s not just that the doors and windows keep out extra pollen. Staying indoors can alleviate your allergies because of how […]
How Your HVAC System Reacts to the Michigan 2021 Summer Months
It’s almost June, and that means the hottest days of the year are on the horizon. With warmer weather outside, your HVAC will have to work to keep your space cool and comfortable. If you have a particularly noisy one, you may even hear it plodding along even though it’s on the outside of your […]
Beat the 2020 Michigan Heat and the Costs – Summer Building Automation
Our clients often come to us to ask how they can shave money off of their energy costs. It is estimated that America’s small businesses spend more than $60 billion a year on energy — are you contributing to a chunk of that through inefficient systems? There are a number of solutions for this issue. […]
