Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners (PTACs) are a staple of climate control in New York City’s multi-family buildings, hotels, and commercial spaces. Because they are self-contained units that provide both heating and cooling directly to individual rooms, they offer excellent zone control for property managers and tenants alike.
However, because PTACs sit directly in the wall sleeve exposed to the outside elements, they require consistent maintenance to remain efficient. Irving Haase & Co., Inc. specializes in comprehensive PTAC services, from routine winterization to bulk in-kind replacements across NYC, Brooklyn, and Queens.
The Importance of PTAC Winterization
As temperatures drop, an unmaintained PTAC unit can become a significant liability. Without proper winterization, cold air drafts easily penetrate the wall sleeve, bypassing the unit and entering the tenant space. This forces the building’s heating system to work overtime, resulting in skyrocketing energy costs and tenant complaints.
Our professional PTAC winterization process ensures your units are sealed and ready for the season. This service typically includes:
- Inspecting and replacing worn weather stripping around the wall sleeve.
- Cleaning the chassis and ensuring the heating coils are free of debris.
- Verifying that the unit is properly seated to prevent cold air infiltration.
- Testing the heating cycle for optimal performance and safety.
Executing Bulk PTAC Replacements
PTAC units generally have a lifespan of 7 to 10 years. As they age, they become noisy, inefficient, and prone to frequent compressor or fan motor failures.
When it is time to upgrade, Irving Haase handles seamless, in-kind replacements. We ensure the new units perfectly match the dimensions of your existing wall sleeves, eliminating the need for costly architectural modifications. For property managers and developers, we have the capacity and logistical expertise to execute bulk PTAC replacements across entire buildings or multi-floor commercial tenant spaces quickly and efficiently.
Bidding Plan & Spec PTAC Projects
For building-wide renovations, we specialize in bidding and executing plan and spec mechanical work. When architects and mechanical engineers specify modern, high-efficiency PTACs or Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps (PTHPs) for a project, we procure and install the equipment exactly as drawn, keeping your renovation on schedule.