Make-Up Air Unit Repair in Sacramento
A commercial kitchen’s exhaust system depends on a suitable supply of replacement air. ProTech Service helps Sacramento restaurant and food-service operators investigate make-up air equipment problems and related kitchen ventilation complaints.
Symptoms may show up across the kitchen
Hard-to-open doors, drafts, poor hood capture, unusual fan noise, and uncomfortable working conditions can be related to ventilation imbalance. These symptoms do not identify the cause on their own. Supply air, exhaust operation, building conditions, and controls need to be considered together.
Tell us when the problem occurs and which equipment is running at the time. A complaint that begins when the hood starts is different from one that appears only during certain weather or cooking conditions.
What an equipment inspection can include
Depending on the unit, inspection may involve the fan, motor, belt condition, filters, dampers, controls, and electrical components. Units with heating sections may need additional checks. System design, air balance, or compliance questions may require a separate evaluation by the appropriate professional.
Changing fan speeds or damper positions without understanding the system can create new problems. Describe recent repairs, filter changes, roof work, or changes to cooking equipment when requesting service.
Arrange access and document the problem
Have the equipment model and serial number available, along with photographs of any control messages. Tell us whether the unit is on the roof and what access arrangements are required. Do not climb onto a roof or open energized panels to gather information.
If the hood is not controlling cooking exhaust properly, follow your site’s operating and safety procedures. Do not disable protective controls or assume that opening a door provides a suitable permanent solution.
Make-up air questions
Is make-up air the same as air conditioning? No. Its role is to replace air removed from the building; conditioning features depend on the equipment and system design.
Why are doors difficult to open when the hood runs? Building pressure may be involved, but both supply and exhaust conditions should be evaluated.
Can a motor replacement fix poor hood performance? It may address a failed component, but capture and balance problems can have additional causes.
Request ProTech Service
For service in Sacramento, Rancho Cordova, Roseville, Elk Grove, Folsom, and nearby areas, call (916) 304-2474 or request service online. Include your location, equipment model, and a short description of the problem.