Commercial Tube Brushing for Chillers in Burbank

What tube brushing does—and why it matters in Burbank

Scale, silt, biofilm, and corrosion products reduce the internal diameter of chiller tubes and act as insulation on heat‑transfer surfaces. Even a thin layer of fouling can increase kW/ton, erode capacity on peak days, and drive up water and chemical costs. Mechanical tube brushing removes loose and adherent deposits so your condenser and evaporator bundles exchange heat efficiently again. In production and post‑production environments, hospitals, and high‑rise offices around Burbank, that means steadier supply temperatures, quieter operation, and better comfort with less energy.

Our engineering‑led tube brushing process

• Pre‑job planning: review previous logs, water treatment notes, materials of construction, tube count, and access constraints.
• Lockout/tagout and containment: protect equipment, drains, and plant rooms; capture and dispose of waste in accordance with local requirements.
• Open, inspect, and baseline: remove heads; borescope sample tubes; record approach temperature and pressure drop.
• Brush selection: nylon, polypropylene, or wire brushes sized to tube ID and metallurgy; matched to deposit type.
• Mechanical cleaning: variable‑speed drives with controlled feed rates to avoid tube wall damage; multiple passes as needed.
• Flush and verify: high‑volume rinse, borescope checks, and re‑measure pressure drop/approach to confirm improvement.
• Targeted descaling (if required): apply chemistry appropriate for the metals in service; neutralize and flush thoroughly.
• Reassembly and run test: torque to spec, leak check, document results, and hand off a concise report your team can archive.

Because every facility is different, we coordinate closely with operations to sequence cleaning by bank, barrel, or circuit so cooling capacity stays online. Night, weekend, and shoulder‑season windows are available to minimize disruption.

Tools, materials, and AC PRO support

We maintain a stocked inventory of professional brushes, shafts, drives, and compatible descaling solutions sourced through AC PRO to keep your project on schedule. This AC PRO supply support helps us mobilize quickly in Burbank and across Los Angeles County—so you get dependable, AC PRO–compatible service and fewer delays waiting on parts.

When to schedule tube brushing

• Rising condenser approach temperature or compressor amps at similar loads and wet‑bulb conditions.
• Notable drop in tons delivered or trouble meeting setpoint on hot days.
• Increased chemical consumption or drifting tower or condenser water quality.
• Post‑construction or after a tower basin upset, storm event, or water interruption.
• Preventive maintenance: typically at least annually for open‑loop systems; more often in harsh water conditions.

Industries we support in Burbank

• Studios, stages, and post‑production campuses
• Healthcare and medical office buildings
• Hospitality and event venues
• Class A offices and mixed‑use properties
• Education and municipal facilities

Whether your plant uses water‑cooled centrifugal, screw, or scroll chillers, we service condenser and evaporator bundles with strict attention to metallurgy, tube condition, and OEM‑aware practices.

Why #1 AC Guys

• Fourth‑generation, family‑owned HVAC contractor with 80+ years of engineering heritage.
• Manufacturer training completed at Fujitsu (Japan), Mitsubishi Elektrik (Thailand), Midea (China), Gree (China), and Hier (China).
• Focused on complex commercial projects with detailed QA/QC and documentation.
• Clear reporting: before/after photos or borescope captures, pressure drop, approach temperature, and recommendations.
• Safety‑first approach: lockout/tagout, containment, and proper waste handling.
• Flexible scheduling to match production, tenant, or clinical hours.

Results you can expect

After tube brushing, facilities often see lower kW/ton, stabilized approach temperatures, and faster recovery to setpoint. Clean tubes also reduce strain on compressors and can help extend equipment life. Combined with proper water treatment and tower maintenance, brushing is a cost‑effective step toward healthier indoor air and reliable comfort.

Service area and dispatch

We service Burbank and all of Los Angeles County, with rapid response across nearby areas including Orange County, Ventura County, and Western Riverside County. Our local crews arrive with AC PRO‑sourced cleaning kits to complete most projects in a single mobilization.

Get a quote

Ready to restore your chiller’s performance? Contact #1 AC Guys for a commercial tube brushing assessment in Burbank. We’ll review your logs, inspect tube bundles, and deliver a clear proposal with scope, schedule, and pricing—so you can plan maintenance with confidence.