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Each year, the demand for commercial HVAC installers and service technicians continues to rise. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects that employment opportunities for HVAC workers will grow 6 percent from now until 2032. This is two times faster...
Are you considering a career in the skilled trades? Becoming a sheet metal apprentice with Custom Aire could be the perfect path for you! We’ve proudly offered a paid in-house sheet metal apprenticeship program since 1987 to invest in the...
Company culture is one of the most crucial aspects of a successful business in any industry. From startups to established corporations to employee-owned companies like Custom Aire, it’s essential to foster a positive work environment that cultivates innovation, growth, and...
Like to work with your hands? Are you good at solving problems? Want to work in an essential industry? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, consider a career as an HVAC service technician! Commercial HVAC service technicians...
Choosing your career is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your lifetime. To ensure you find a job that matches your skills and interests, it’s important to explore all your options. Have you considered HVAC or another skilled...
Commercial buildings of every size and type are benefitting from the use of the Building Automation and Control Network, also known as BACnet. In today’s rapidly advancing technological world, it’s no surprise that even our building infrastructure systems are becoming...
When you think of indoor climate control, forced air through ductwork may be the first method that comes to mind. While this popular type of air conditioning has its advantages, hydronics should be part of the conversation when deciding how...
At Custom Aire, we strive to do our best on every project of which we are a part. This means paying close attention to every detail, to go above and beyond general guidelines and standards. We are honored to have...
If the time is approaching when you will need an HVAC system installed in your commercial space, you might be wondering how the process works. Whether your project is a retrofit or new construction, the collaborative nature of mechanical contracting...
Improving safety is a company-wide mission. When an employee experiences a work-related injury, the effects spread far beyond that one person. That injury affects your surrounding network – everyone from coworkers and businesses hiring the company for whom you work,...
Sheet metal – it’s a familiar term, but what exactly is it and how is it used? Measuring as thin as 0.006" and as thick as .25", it’s a sheet of metal that can be used to create a wide...
Paying to heat a commercial space is a significant part of a business’s budget. If you’re an owner or facility manager, you know the positive impact that improved efficiency can have on the life of your systems, your utility costs,...
When looking for a new career, one of the most sought-after criteria is the opportunity to learn, grow, and advance with a company that truly cares about its staff. Of course, it doesn’t end there. Perhaps you have always found...
As a business owner, you take pride in being a good steward of every aspect of your enterprise. You ensure the comfort and safety of your employees and customers, and invest your money wisely. Naturally, you call your HVAC technicians...
As a building owner or manager, you have a long list of responsibilities to keep your commercial facility running smoothly. Toward the top of this list is regular maintenance of your commercial HVAC equipment by a professional service technician. Annual...
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, humans spend up to 90% of their time indoors – and many of these hours are spent working, learning, or shopping in commercial spaces. For this reason, building owners and managers need to be...
Since 2011, Custom Aire has proudly been an employee-owned commercial HVAC company that offers all team members the opportunity to join our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) six months from their start date. This means that employees who sign up...
If your building’s HVAC equipment unexpectedly breaks down, it can quickly lead to uncomfortable and unsafe conditions for occupants. While Custom Aire offers 24/7 emergency commercial HVAC repair services, we always urge building owners and operators to be proactive about...
Commercial and residential HVAC systems each have a common purpose: to maintain comfortable temperatures and healthy air quality for people indoors throughout the year. However, a heating and cooling system for a business, school, hospital, or other commercial space differs...
The Greek philosopher Heraclitus once said, “The only constant is change.” This principle applies to every facet of our lives as we adapt to our changing environment, including how we heat, cool, and ventilate indoor spaces. Due to ongoing scientific...
For over a century, the HVAC industry has focused on controlling temperatures indoors to keep people comfortable and improve their quality of life. But “comfort” encompasses much more than keeping a building warm or cool. Commercial building owners must also...
At Custom Aire, our top priority on every jobsite is the safety and well-being of our employees. We believe in safety so firmly that it is one of the five core values of our company. No matter the job, our...
Longer days, greener grass, and warmer weather are all signs it’s nearly summer in the Red River Valley. However, this also means high heat and humidity are just around the corner. If you own or operate a building, now is...
“Core values” is a term used often within businesses and organizations across all industries, but what exactly does it mean? As individuals, we all have personal values that act as a roadmap for the decisions we make every day. Whether...
If you own or manage a building (or just have an interest in architecture), you have likely noticed the proliferation of spiral sheet metal ductwork in bars, restaurants, offices, and other commercial spaces.Like traditional ductwork, spiral ductwork is the vital...
When starting a new commercial construction project, an integral part of the process for facility owners and operators is choosing what type of HVAC system to install. Commercial HVAC systems maintain comfortable temperatures and healthy indoor air quality for everyone...
As an employee-owned company, Custom Aire is always looking for ways to better support our staff members and grow our team, while staying true to our core values. We are proud to announce that our company is expanding our health...
In our cold climate, it’s important for central heating systems in offices, schools, hospitals, and other commercial buildings to be in top shape for the long winter ahead. However, the maintenance required for every HVAC system depends on the type...
As outdoor temperatures steadily drop in our region, building owners are turning on their central heating systems to keep occupants safe and comfortable in offices, schools, stores, hospitals, and other commercial facilities. If you own a commercial building, you know...
Commercial HVAC systems require a great deal of attention to operate efficiently. That’s why it’s important to have a trusted professional HVAC service technician in your corner to regularly service your equipment. In addition to lowering your utility bills and...
Ventilation and temperature control are important for commercial buildings in every industry, but especially in facilities that provide medical care and research. Hospitals, eye clinics, dental offices, veterinary clinics, and laboratories have specific regulations contractors must follow when designing healthcare...
If you’re a handy person, we understand it is tempting to reach for your toolbox to save money when the HVAC system in your business shuts down. However, because HVAC is a complex industry that requires years of training to...
"HVAC" is a term we use all the time at Custom Aire, but people who work outside of the HVAC industry often wonder what this abbreviation means. We certainly understand every profession has some kind of technical language! (more…)
The main objectives of sustainable design are to reduce, or completely avoid, depletion of critical resources like energy, water, land, and raw materials; prevent environmental degradation caused by facilities and infrastructure throughout their life cycle; and create built environments that...
As COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus, continues to impact the communities we serve, our top priority at Custom Aire is the health and safety of our customers and employees while providing essential services like commercial installation, commercial HVAC service, and 24/7...
After working hard for decades, we all deserve to relax, travel, focus on hobbies, and enjoy more time with family. However, to live comfortably later in life, workers must start saving money and develop good financial habits early in their...
As the coronavirus affects communities around the world, business owners and facility managers are adapting to protect their customers and employees by limiting their hours, encouraging employees to work from home, or temporarily closing their offices, depending on the industry....
Air ducts may not be something people think about often, but if you own or operate a commercial building, ductwork is an integral part of your HVAC equipment. Before central HVAC systems became mainstream in the early 20th century, people...
No matter how well commercial HVAC systems are maintained, eventually their components need to be replaced. Reduced efficiency, higher energy bills, and more frequent maintenance than usual are some signs that the HVAC equipment in your commercial building is wearing...
Humidity may seem like a strange topic to talk about in the winter, as it's usually associated with the sunshine and warmth of summer. However, humidity is an important factor for building owners and operators to consider year-round. If humidity...
As the temperature outside changes from cold to outright frigid, its tempting to crank up the heat inside your building to stay warm. However, this also can crank up your energy bill. We at Custom Aire want you to be...
Safety is of the utmost concern to Custom Aire, both at every job site and on the journey to get there. A large portion of our workforce drives in our company vehicles in all kinds of weather conditions, and we...
October is Employee Ownership Month. As a company that takes part in an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), we at Custom Aire want to take the opportunity to provide an explanation of this program and its benefits to employees who...
Preparing for cold weather in your office or commercial building means more than turning on the furnace and dialing up the heat. Learn how to save on utility bills this winter, extend the life of your equipment, and keep your...
It is important for commercial building operators to optimize indoor air quality for occupant health, energy savings and increased unit lifespan. A great place to start is maintaining clean HVAC systems. (more…)
A commitment to energy efficiency and environmentally responsible practices in your commercial space help deliver improved air quality, extended comfort and savings on energy costs. (more…)
One of the most essential measures you can take to keep your HVAC unit running at peak performance is to be proactive and have a certified technician schedule regular service appointments. Businesses that have an Energy Savings Maintenance Agreement, or...
Is your business looking for ways to save on energy costs? Consider implementing a variable-frequency drive (VFD) for enhanced energy savings. Used on larger commercial equipment that has the properly rated motor including certain air handlers, make-up air units and...
Trying to choose between college or other continuing education routes, such as an apprenticeship for a skilled trade? From cost and duration to type of curriculum and career opportunities, there are many factors to consider. Read on to learn more...
What is LEED and why should you care? Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, or LEED, is an internationally recognized rating system for green building projects and practices. Receiving a certification of this status puts projects of any type in...
An important part of being a local industry leader in mechanical construction is to be environmentally responsible. Geothermal energy is an excellent way to accomplish this and has increasingly become more important on commercial building projects looking to save on...
How often should you service your HVAC system? The answer depends on your business. Every commercial building is different from facility size and equipment age to volume of foot traffic and type of work performed on the property. (more…)
There are countless details to consider when building a new commercial structure, the least of which is your mechanical system and design. In addition to finding the right HVAC contractor and selecting the equipment that fits your needs best, you...
When the temperature drops and we crank up the heat as fast as the snow starts to come down, its time to make sure our commercial buildings are in tip-top shape. Ensuring your building's HVAC system is energy-efficient enough to...
Air quality, comfort, and energy efficiency are highly important to the overall health and operation of your commercial building. Since your occupants will be spending a great deal of time in this building (many Americans actually spend up to 90%...
Looking for ways to conserve energy in your office and maximize your business budget? A good place to start is your operational system, the backbone of your building. (more…)
Millions of working Americans are part of ESOPs, and its easy to see why. An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is an employee benefit plan in which company shares are allocated to individual employee accounts. ESOPs put the power in...
Winter is coming. Is your HVAC system ready? The cold we brave in the Red River Valley every year puts your HVAC unit to the test. Here are three things you can do today to help make sure your system...
In every industry across the world, technology is changing the way things are done. From advancements in medicine to how you watch TV, tech has made great improvements possible. How has technology affected the construction industry? Enter: Building Information Modeling...
Industries with skilled trades workers are experiencing a shortage of employees. Plenty of positions are available, yet few are being filled - why? (more…)
Safety in the workplace is vital to many aspects of a company, including the health of all employees, job satisfaction, team empowerment, and overall profits. Whether you're an employee, a contractor, or a vendor, if you're on company property or...
The number of higher education options has increased over the years and given people the opportunity to broaden their horizons. Earning a paycheck while you learn a trade is one of the most lucrative ways to develop a career for...
Sheet metal is a flexible, durable material that can be used for a wide variety of applications. At Custom Aire, we use it in the construction of ductwork for HVAC systems in commercial buildings. We have our own fab shop,...
As a building owner or facility manager, you've got a lot of responsibilities on your plate: keeping your occupants' working environment comfortable and safe, looking for ways to decrease operational costs, and keeping your equipment in good working order. (more…)
At Custom Aire, we recognize the importance of keeping our fingers on the pulse of our industry's economy and the financial outlook. Staying informed on the changes, challenges, and trends of the construction industry allows companies to strategize, budget, and...
Weighing options for your next career move? Opportunities for getting your foot in the door today stretch far beyond obtaining traditional two- and four-year university educations, which can be an excellent option for some, but are not always the solution...
Are you looking for ways to improve comfort levels and energy efficiency, while you lower operating costs in your office building? Zone control systems are an excellent solution that can accomplish these goals quickly and conveniently, making it a simple...
In Part 1 of this series, we dove into some of your common HVAC questions from ‘what is HVAC?’ and ‘what equipment requires preventative maintenance?’ (N.B. all of it does) to tips on what you can troubleshoot on your own...
Your building’s HVAC system is a big investment, and one that’s essential to providing your customers and employees with a comfortable environment. As one of the most crucial components in a facility, it’s vitally important to take care of your...
Winter weather can prove hazardous for drivers, especially in our upper Midwest region which experiences harsh storms complete with heavy snowfall and icy conditions. Safety is of the utmost importance to us at Custom Aire, and with a large portion...
With the first official day of winter coming up, it’s important for all facility managers and building owners to be aware of how the adverse weather of this season can affect your HVAC system. Having to call for emergency service...
’Tis nearly the season for all things festive, with Thanksgiving and Christmas coming up soon, which means company holiday gatherings are right around the corner. Whether your company is large or small, these annual events are a great way to...
Are you, or is someone you know, an area high school sophomore? The annual Northern Valley Career Expo is the perfect place to explore career opportunities available in the Northern Red River Valley. Complete with career seminars and a showcase...
Creative thinker. Self-starter. Problem solver. Hands-on learner. Do any of these personality traits remind you of yourself? A career in the mechanical construction industry might be the perfect fit for you. October is Careers in Construction Month and in celebration...
Today’s workforce faces many challenges that arise from generational differences. However, there are solutions to these challenges – understanding differences, enhancing communication, education – that when accomplished as a team can take a company’s success to new levels. For the...
Every generation is fundamentally different, and the way in which members of these groups learn is no exception. We've touched on how to understand generational differences (Part 1) and the importance of communication (Part 2) when it comes to tearing...
Generational barriers in the workplace can cause challenges that affect a company’s productivity. Working together to find solutions to these challenges is paramount in order to create a positive company culture that fosters growth and success. (more…)
There has been a lot of discussion of late regarding the differences in the workforce based on their generation, from work ethics, career plans, lifestyle and overall commitment to the job. “Baby Boomers are workaholics,” “Generation X-ers are skeptical cynics,”...
Need guidance in choosing the perfect heat pump for your light commercial building? With all of today’s modern options available, it can be difficult to know which system will best suit your needs. The team of qualified experts at Custom...
Choosing the perfect air conditioning unit for your commercial building can be challenging. There are many factors to consider, from comfort and efficiency to performance and budget. At Custom Aire, our team of professionals takes each of these into careful...
Did you know that U.S. companies lose approximately $3 billion a year due to negativity in the workplace? Creating and maintaining a positive working environment is an important part of being a successful business. A positive company culture breeds happier...
Are you in need of professional plumbing services for a new construction or remodeling project? Wondering which materials will be the best fit for your needs? Today there are several options to choose from, the most common and recommended of...
Looking for ways to conserve energy and save on utility bills in your commercial building? One of the best tools we suggest you explore is enrolling in a scheduled maintenance program from your trusted HVAC professional, Custom Aire. With proper...
In today’s modern world filled with technological advancements, being connected 24/7 is more of a reality than ever before. In this month’s edition of Custom Aire Central, we’d like to focus on the wireless technology available to commercial building owners...
In celebration of Entrepreneurs’ Day on Nov. 17th and in light of the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, this month’s edition of ‘Custom Aire Central’ focuses on reflecting and giving thanks for the hard work and entrepreneurial spirit that founded and shaped...
How does saving up to 70% on your future energy bills sound? If that is appealing to you, then a geothermal system is the answer! While the benefits to choosing geothermal as your energy system are endless, read on to...
We are beyond thrilled to announce that Custom Aire has once again received the ABC Excellence in Construction Eagle Award, now at the national level, for our work on the University of North Dakota Gorecki Alumni Center. We’ve also received...
We are thrilled to announce that Custom Aire has been recognized for the second year in a row by the Associated Builders and Contractors, Inc. Minnesota/North Dakota Chapter. This year’s award was based on our work on the UND Gorecki...
At Custom Aire, we are experts in the field of providing proper heating, air conditioning and plumbing to a wide variety of commercial building projects throughout the region, from the greenest building in North Dakota, the University of North Dakota’s...
At Custom Aire, we pride ourselves on executing rewarding projects from concept to completion, as well as producing the highest quality systems for every commercial and residential undertaking. We are also incredibly proud to be a part of the Associated...