Preventive Maintenance Programs for Commercial Buildings — Vancouver Island
The most expensive commercial mechanical repair is the one that shuts your building down on a Friday afternoon. Foster Heating & Cooling’s commercial preventive maintenance programs are designed to eliminate unplanned failures, extend equipment life, and give building owners and property managers the documentation they need to plan and budget effectively.
One maintenance contract. All mechanical equipment. HVAC, hydronics, boilers, refrigeration, pumps, fans, make-up air units — every mechanical system in your building covered under a single agreement by 40+ certified HVAC technicians and licensed B & A-Gas fitters. No gaps, no surprises.
Why Commercial Clients Choose Foster for Maintenance
- Nearly a century of commercial mechanical service on Vancouver Island
- Complete mechanical scope — one contract covers HVAC, hydronics, boilers, refrigeration, pumps, fans, and all ancillary equipment
- 40+ certified HVAC technicians and licensed B & A-Gas fitters
- Consistent technician assignments — our team learns your building systems
- Detailed service reports for ownership, asset managers, and property managers
- Priority dispatch for maintenance clients on 24/7 emergency calls
- Capital planning support — equipment condition assessments and lifecycle reporting
- BOMA BC member — familiar with commercial building management standards
What Our Maintenance Programs Cover
HVAC Equipment
Rooftop units, split systems, fan coil units, air handling units, VRF/VRV systems — filter changes, coil cleaning, belt and bearing inspection, refrigerant checks, controls calibration, and full system performance verification.
Boiler & Hydronic Systems
Boiler inspection, flue analysis, burner tuning, heat exchanger inspection, pump and valve checks, expansion tank inspection, and chemical water treatment. Licensed B & A-Gas fitters handle the complete hydronic scope.
Commercial Refrigeration
Refrigeration system inspection, refrigerant charge verification, condenser and evaporator coil cleaning, door gasket inspection, defrost cycle verification, and temperature log review.
Make-Up Air & Ventilation
MUA unit inspection, burner service, belt and bearing checks, damper and controls inspection, and airflow verification to maintain indoor air quality and code compliance.
Pumps, Fans & Ancillary Equipment
Circulation pump inspection, bearing lubrication, impeller checks, exhaust fan belt and bearing service, motor amp draws, and performance verification across all ancillary mechanical equipment.
Compliance Documentation
Annual boiler and pressure vessel inspections, safety device testing, and regulatory documentation to keep your building compliant with BC Safety Authority requirements.
Maintenance Program Options
- Quarterly Programs — Recommended for buildings with high-use equipment and critical systems
- Semi-Annual Programs — Spring/fall visits timed to seasonal changeover
- Annual Programs — Single annual visit covering all mechanical equipment with detailed report;
- Custom Portfolio Programs — Multi-building contracts for property managers with consistent reporting across all properties
