Why we choose Daikin
Many of our customers ask us ‘Why Daikin?’ (and why not the other brands), so if you are wondering too, here’s our top five reasons why we choose Daikin … Surrey Air is proud of our 35 plus years as a Daikin dealer. Like us, Daikin is a team player who are motivated by quality, […]
R22 HCFC – Air Conditioning Refrigerant Update
When should I replace my R22 system? We are getting this question more often as Australia moves towards the phase-out of HCFC air conditioning refrigerants. Surrey Air has been advising on the use of outdated air conditioning refrigerants for many years. The ‘Surrey Air Replace or Repair Policy’, is to always replace badly damaged systems […]
3 Spring cleaning tips to keep your air flowing
Does dust and pollen make you sneeze and itch? As spring approaches it may be necessary for you to service and clean your air conditioning system to make sure it keeps you cool in the hot weather instead of sniffy. However, it’s not just allergy sufferers that need to pay annual attention to their cooling […]
Emerging Preventative Maintenance Trends
Surrey Air made it to Jeff’s Shed for the annual ARBS conference last week. ARBS is the largest international trade exhibition of its type, and showcases the latest developments in heating, cooling, ventilation and building services technology. We are very excited about the continued focus on energy efficiency and new technologies in the HVAC industry. […]
Is your commercial building HVAC Service compliant?
When a building lapses in annual HVAC compliance certification, it raises insurance, OH&S, and legal issues. Council fines from on-the-spot inspections can also apply. HVAC Essential Services include ventilation, heating, and cooling systems, car park exhaust systems, fresh air supply, fire dampers, emergency, and exit lighting, and sump pumps/pits. Unfortunately, our technicians find too many […]
Ten hot tips for controlling humidity
Why does it feel hot even when it’s cloudy? In a typical Melbourne summer, the humidity is higher in the morning and then lessens by the afternoon. However on days when humidity remains high all day we start to feel the effects of sticky skin, wet brows and shortened breaths, even when there is cloud […]
Commercial Heating Case Study – Bayview RE
The Heat is On! On the Street! Main Street, after-hours rescue for historic building One hundred years is pretty good going for a building. However, commercial heating cannot be expected to last that long. So when the existing ducted heating units at 481 Main Street, Mordialloc needed urgent attention, Surrey was able to respond with […]
Taking commercial air conditioning to new heights
Essential Services Safety – Can you rise up to the challenge? Over half of all commercial air conditioning installations involve rooftop installation. These photos show Surrey’s latest rooftop unit job done for a tax accountant in Springvale. The job required technicians to access the roof and install new Daikin commercial units. Roof Access Hatches When […]
Prayers Answered: St Brigid’s Church Case Study
Commercial Air Conditioning Case Study: St. Brigid’s Church Mordialloc St. Brigid’s Church in Main Street Mordialloc is an iconic landmark in the suburb with its large and grand stained glass windows but was originally built without attention to healing and cooling. Responding to the requests of loyal senior parishioners asking to worship in comfort, Fr. […]
Commercial AC R22 Phase out under the Montreal Protocol
Commercial air conditioning R22 Phase out under the Montreal Protocol If your commercial air conditioning unit contains ozone depleting R22 refrigerant then you need to be aware of your legal obligations regarding its servicing and replacement. The Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer has set out legally-binding obligations to phase out the […]