After months of handling Austin’s peak cooling demand, September is an important time to evaluate how your commercial HVAC equipment performed. Chillers and cooling towers may have made it through another summer, but that does not necessarily mean they operated as efficiently or reliably as they should. For building owners and facility managers, post-summer service […]
For the third year in a row, Shafer has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, an achievement that means even more because of the people behind it. Awards like this are about more than having a great workplace. They reflect the culture our team members help create every day through the […]
Overview When a 7.5-ton HVAC system serving the kitchen at Full Goods Diner needed replacement, Shafer Mechanical faced an immediate challenge: the existing air handling unit had been installed before the restaurant space was built out, leaving no practical way to remove and replace it with another 7.5-ton unit. Rather than recommending costly demolition to […]
Shafer Mechanical is proud to welcome Ken Kessler to the team as our new Commercial Account Manager. With decades of leadership experience, a strong technical HVAC background, and a passion for building long-term customer relationships, Ken brings a unique perspective to our growing commercial team.
Solving an “Impossible” VRF Replacement with Engineering Expertise Overview When a 20-year-old VRF system serving critical electrical and communications spaces reached the end of its life, the building owner faced a difficult challenge. The existing system was no longer supported by the manufacturer, but replacing it came with one major condition: the building owner wanted […]
Shafer Mechanical is excited to welcome Josh Sewell as our new Commercial Director. With an extensive background in commercial HVAC and plumbing sales, Josh brings a proven track record of building high-performing teams, developing long-term customer relationships, and helping organizations grow through strategic service solutions. Throughout his career, Josh has worked with large organizations across […]
Overview When HVAC failures begin causing damage inside a luxury retail environment, the issue becomes more than comfort. It becomes a risk to operations, inventory, and customer experience. The major jewelry retailer needed a long-term solution after ongoing HVAC issues led to costly water damage and growing frustration with their previous contractor. Shafer Mechanical delivered […]
What Is a VRV System in HVAC? As commercial buildings evolve, so do the systems that support them. If you’ve come across the term VRV system in a proposal or equipment review, you’re not alone. Many property managers are familiar with traditional rooftop units or chilled water systems but may be newer to this type […]
How an HVAC Controls Upgrade Improved Reliability Without Downtime When a facility’s HVAC system becomes difficult to manage, it impacts more than comfort. It affects operations, efficiency, and the ability to respond quickly to issues. In this project, the client had been dealing with ongoing challenges tied to an outdated Trane control system. They needed […]
In commercial environments, time is not flexible. Construction timelines, tenant needs, inspections, and daily operations all depend on work being completed as promised. Delays can disrupt operations, create safety concerns, and increase costs. That’s why working with a commercial plumbing contractor who understands tight schedules is critical to keeping projects and facilities moving forward. At […]
