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    Commercial Air Handler (AHU) Replacement & Retrofit

    Old air handlers waste energy, leak air and break down at the worst times. Com+ Mechanical replaces and retrofits commercial AHUs across NYC and Long Island, including sectional units that fit through existing doors and mechanical rooms.

    Signs Your Air Handler Needs Replacement

    Rusted or leaking casing

    Corrosion and air leaks waste energy and can damage the floor below.

    Failing coils

    Leaking or clogged coils reduce capacity and comfort.

    Noisy fans and belts

    Worn bearings, belts and fan wheels signal end of life.

    Poor air quality

    Damaged insulation and poor filtration hurt indoor air quality.

    Rising energy bills

    Old fixed-speed fans use far more power than modern fan arrays.

    Parts are obsolete

    When parts are hard to get, every breakdown becomes a long outage.

    Replace, Retrofit or Rebuild?

    An air handler moves and conditions air for an entire floor or building. When the casing, coils or fans are worn out, you have three paths: a full replacement, a retrofit of key parts (fan arrays, coils, motors, controls) inside the existing casing, or a rebuild. In tight NYC mechanical rooms, sectional or knock-down units and in-place retrofits often avoid demolition and crane lifts.

    Air Handler Services We Provide

    Full AHU replacement, including sectional / knock-down units
    Fan array (fan wall) retrofits to replace old belt-drive fans
    Heating and cooling coil replacement
    EC motor and VFD upgrades
    Damper, economizer and filtration upgrades
    Controls and building automation integration
    Casing repair and insulation replacement
    Startup, balancing and commissioning

    Benefits of a New or Retrofitted AHU

    Lower fan energy with EC fan arrays and variable speed
    Better comfort and humidity control
    Better filtration and indoor air quality
    Fewer emergency breakdowns
    Lower emissions toward Local Law 97 limits
    Modern controls that tie into your BAS

    Our Simple Process

    From call to comfort in 6 easy steps

    1

    Site survey

    We inspect the unit, room access and connected systems.

    2

    Options

    Replace, retrofit or rebuild, compared in writing.

    3

    Engineering & filing

    Coordination with engineers and filings where required.

    4

    Phasing plan

    Work scheduled to limit downtime in occupied buildings.

    5

    Install

    Rigging, installation and connections.

    6

    Commission

    Startup, balancing and controls verification.

    Why Building Owners Choose Com+

    Tight-space experience

    Sectional units and in-place retrofits for NYC mechanical rooms.

    Options, not upsells

    We tell you when a retrofit beats a full replacement.

    Controls included

    New AHUs integrate with your building automation.

    One contractor

    Boilers, chillers, RTUs and air handlers under one team.

    Transparent Pricing

    No fees. No surprises. Just honest service.

    Component retrofit

    Custom Quote

    Fans, motors, coils or controls in the existing casing.

    • Fan array / EC motors
    • Coil replacement
    • Controls upgrade
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    Full replacement

    Custom Quote

    New air handler sized to the building.

    • Sectional units for tight access
    • Rigging & installation
    • Startup & balancing
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    Air-side upgrade program

    Custom Quote

    Multiple AHUs phased over time.

    • Building-wide survey
    • Phased schedule
    • Energy & LL97 planning
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    Final pricing is confirmed in writing after a site survey.

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    Equipment & Brands We Service

    Factory-trained technicians for all major HVAC manufacturers

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    TraneThe Apple of HVACFactory Authorized
    Carrier logo
    CarrierThe OG of Air ConditioningFactory Authorized
    Lennox logo
    LennoxPremium High-EfficiencyFactory Authorized
    American Standard logo
    American StandardTrane's Smarter TwinPreferred Partner
    Rheem logo
    RheemReliable & Drama-FreePreferred Partner
    Bryant logo
    BryantCarrier's Quieter SiblingCertified
    Goodman logo
    GoodmanHonest ValueCertified
    Ruud logo
    RuudRheem's Reliable TwinCertified
    Mitsubishi Electric logo
    Mitsubishi ElectricGold Standard for DuctlessFactory Authorized
    Daikin logo
    DaikinWorld's Largest HVAC ManufacturerFactory Authorized
    Bosch logo
    BoschGerman Engineering ExcellencePreferred Partner
    LG logo
    LGSurprisingly LegitPreferred Partner

    Don't see your brand? We service all major manufacturers! Call us to confirm.

    Serving the New York City Metro Area

    Commercial HVAC service for buildings across the five boroughs and nearby counties

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Get answers to common questions about our services

    When should an air handler be replaced?

    When the casing is corroded, coils are failing, parts are obsolete or repairs keep repeating. If the casing is still sound, a retrofit can be the better value.

    Can a new air handler fit in my existing mechanical room?

    Often yes. Sectional or knock-down units can be brought in through standard doors and assembled in place.

    What is a fan array retrofit?

    It replaces one large belt-driven fan with several smaller direct-drive fans, which typically cuts energy use and adds backup if one fan fails.

    Do you replace air handlers in Queens?

    Yes. We replace and retrofit AHUs in Queens, across NYC and on Long Island.

    Will AHU work help with Local Law 97?

    Efficient fans, motors and controls lower energy use, which reduces building emissions.

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    Is Your Air Handler Near End of Life?

    Get a site survey and written replace-vs-retrofit options.

    Request an AHU Assessment