Commercial Tube Brushing for Chillers in Rialto

Fouling inside condenser and evaporator tubes is inevitable in Southern California’s hard‑water conditions and high dust load. Over time, scale, silt, and biofilm act like insulation, raising approach temperature, reducing tons, and forcing compressors to work harder. Our commercial tube brushing service for chillers in Rialto restores smooth, clean tube walls so heat moves efficiently from refrigerant to water and back again—cutting energy use and stabilizing comfort for your occupants.

What our tube brushing service includes

We focus on the surfaces that matter most: the tube bundles inside your condenser and evaporator heat exchangers. By mechanically removing deposits and thoroughly flushing, we recover lost capacity and protect your investment. The result is lower kW per ton, fewer nuisance trips, and a longer equipment lifecycle.

• Mechanical brushing of condenser and evaporator tubes to remove scale, silt, and biofilm
• Water flushing and debris capture to prevent downstream contamination
• Approach temperature and delta‑T verification before and after service
• Documentation with photos, tube counts, pass/fail notes, and recommendations

Common signs you need tube brushing

• Rising chiller approach temperature and unstable leaving water temperature
• Higher energy use (kW/ton) and longer runtimes to meet setpoints
• Frequent high‑head pressure alarms or short cycling
• Visible debris or sludge from tower basin or strainers
• Reduced capacity during Rialto’s hot afternoons and peak loads

Our step‑by‑step process

Every building and plant is different, so we engineer the service to your system. Our fourth‑generation team brings 80+ years of engineering know‑how to protect your equipment and deliver measurable results.

• Plan and protect: Pre‑job assessment, LOTO per OSHA/Cal/OSHA, safety barriers, and spill control
• Inspect: Head removal, tube bundle inspection, and tube count verification
• Brush selection: Nylon, wire, or specialized brushes matched to tube material and fouling
• Clean: Tube‑by‑tube brushing with controlled passes and debris capture
• Flush and clear: High‑volume rinse to remove loosened scale and biofilm
• Optional testing: Eddy current or boroscope inspection for tube integrity when required
• Reassemble and test: Reinstall heads, torque to spec, leak checks, and restart
• Verify: Record approach temp, delta‑T, flow conditions, and amperage for before/after proof

Quantified benefits you can bank on

Depending on fouling levels, tube brushing often restores 5–15% or more in energy efficiency and recovers lost tons. Clean tubes reduce head pressure, help maintain chilled‑water setpoints, and lower compressor stress—extending equipment life and stabilizing IAQ by maintaining proper coil temperatures and humidity control downstream.

Rialto and the greater Inland Empire frequently contend with hard water and seasonal dust, both of which accelerate scaling and biofouling. That makes proactive tube maintenance essential—especially ahead of summer peaks.

AC PRO experience and large‑project expertise

We routinely service systems built with or supplied through AC PRO, integrating our work with your existing parts and maintenance standards. As a company that specializes in large and complex commercial projects, we coordinate multi‑chiller plants, staging, and downtime windows to keep your operations on schedule.

Factory‑trained, fourth‑generation engineering

#1 AC Guys is a family business now in its fourth generation. Our team brings 80+ years in engineering to every job and has completed factory training with Fujitsu (Japan), Mitsubishi Electric (Thailand), Midea (China), Gree (China), and Haier (China). That discipline shows in our procedures, torque specs, documentation, and performance verification.

Industries we serve

• Healthcare and life sciences
• Data centers and critical facilities
• Education and campuses
• Hospitality, retail, and office towers
• Manufacturing and logistics

Smart maintenance schedules

For most Rialto facilities, we recommend tube brushing before cooling season and again as operating conditions require—coordinated with your water‑treatment vendor for best results. Pairing tube brushing with tower cleaning, strainer service, and coil cleaning compounds the efficiency gains and helps maintain healthy indoor air.

Safety, compliance, and documentation

Our crews follow OSHA/Cal‑OSHA practices, manage lockout/tagout, and protect surrounding equipment. You’ll receive a clear service report with photos, tube counts, observed fouling, approach temperatures, delta‑T, and improvement notes—plus recommendations to prevent rapid re‑fouling.

Service area and response

We proudly serve Rialto and the greater Los Angeles region, including Los Angeles County and nearby areas such as Orange County, Ventura County, and Western Riverside County. Ask about flexible scheduling, off‑hours service, and rapid response to keep your building online.

Get a quote

Ready to restore your chiller’s performance? Contact #1 AC Guys for commercial tube brushing in Rialto. We’ll assess your plant, tailor the scope to your equipment (including AC PRO–supplied systems), and deliver results you can measure—lower energy use, recovered capacity, and healthier air for the people who depend on your building.