Summer Is Over, But Are Your Energy Costs Still at Risk?

As summer ends, the demands on your HVAC system don’t stop. From September through fall, cooling units are still working hard to maintain comfort in stores, restaurants, and offices. But here’s the good news: when your HVAC units are kept in optimal shape, your energy costs don’t have to rise.

The Cost of Overlooking an Overworked Unit

The truth is that months of peak summer use put a strain on equipment. Dirty filters, clogged coils, and small mechanical issues force systems to work harder, which means higher energy bills. For national brands, that adds up quickly across dozens, or even hundreds, of locations. Even a 5–10% spike in utility costs per site can snowball into a major expense.

Preventive maintenance stops these hidden costs in their tracks.

How Maintenance Protects Your Bottom Line

When your HVAC system runs efficiently, your budget benefits:

· Lower Energy Bills: Clean filters and properly calibrated systems use less electricity to do the same job.

· Fewer Breakdowns: Small issues are handled before they lead to costly failures.

· Longer Equipment Life: Well-maintained systems run smoother and last longer, protecting your capital investment.

· Better Comfort and Air Quality: Customers and employees enjoy consistent temperatures and healthier air, indirectly supporting brand experience.

Scale and Consistency, Nationwide

As the nation’s largest independent self-performing commercial HVAC/R service provider, Nextech understands what’s at stake for multi-location operations. A single unit running inefficiently in one store may not seem critical, but across an entire portfolio, it drives up costs and worsens perceived reliability.

That’s why our preventive maintenance programs are built for national accounts. Our technicians deliver the same high-quality service from coast to coast, helping you keep units efficient, reliable, and in tip-top shape.

Make the Smart Move This Fall

Fall is the right time to get ahead. By scheduling preventive maintenance now, you keep your HVAC systems running smoothly, avoid unplanned breakdowns, and protect your energy budget before the busy holiday season.

Your customers count on comfort and your operations depend on reliability. With Nextech preventive maintenance, you get both, all without watching your energy costs climb.

CTA: Looking to protect comfort and control costs? Request a maintenance check at 800-382-3150