Makeup Air Units for Retail Spaces

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Installation for Professional Spaces

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Leading Brands

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AI Innovation.

Balancing Your Building's Breathing

Every time air gets exhausted from your space, it needs to be replaced. That’s where makeup air units come in—delivering fresh, conditioned air to maintain proper building pressure and indoor air quality.

Our Makeup Air Solutions

  • Direct-Fired Units – Energy-efficient heating for large volumes.
  • Indirect-Fired Units – Clean heating for sensitive environments.
  • Electric Heat Options – Precise temperature control.
  • Cooling Capable Systems – Year-round comfort in any climate.

Why Makeup Air Matters?

  • Pressure Problems Solved
    Without makeup air, exhaust fans create negative pressure. Doors become hard to open, outside air sneaks in through cracks, and your HVAC system fights a losing battle.
  • Energy Waste Prevention Unconditioned air infiltrating through gaps costs money to heat or cool. Makeup air units deliver tempered air exactly where needed
    Unconditioned air infiltrating through gaps costs money to heat or cool. Makeup air units deliver tempered air exactly where needed.
  • Code Compliance
    Many jurisdictions require makeup air when exhaust exceeds certain volumes. We ensure your system meets all building codes.
  • Improved Comfort
    Proper air balance eliminates drafts, cold spots, and the stuffy feeling that comes from inadequate ventilation.

We Works like our own

Installation Considerations

Not sure if you need makeup air? We’ll measure building pressure, evaluate exhaust volumes, and recommend solutions tailored to your specific situation. Contact Metric Air Limited for makeup air solutions that balance your building and improve comfort.

Roof or Ground Mounting

We assess the best location for your building

Ductwork Design

Efficient distribution to areas needing makeup air

Weatherproof Construction

Equipment built to handle outdoor installation

Minimal Building Penetration

Protecting your building envelope

Common Signs You Need Makeup Air

  • Doors that slam shut or won’t stay open
    Cold drafts near entry points
  • HVAC system running constantly but space stays uncomfortable
  • Exhaust fans that don’t seem to work effectively
  • High heating or cooling bills despite newer equipment

Control and Automation

  • Linked to Exhaust Fans – Makeup air engages automatically when exhaust runs
  • Temperature Sensing – Adjusts heating/cooling to maintain comfort
  • Economizer Functions – Free cooling when outside conditions permit
  • Building Management Integration – Coordinates with your existing controls

Retrofit and New Construction

Whether adding makeup air to an existing building or designing systems for new construction, we handle projects of any complexity. Existing businesses stay operational during installation.

Energy Recovery Options

Why waste the energy in exhausted air? We can integrate heat recovery systems that pre-condition makeup air using exhaust streams, cutting operating costs significantly.

Maintenance You Can Manage

Accessible filters, serviceable components, and straightforward controls. We design makeup air installations thinking about long-term operation and maintenance requirements.

Help Is Just a Call Away—24/7, Rain or Shine.

Contact

+1 647 924 1421

Email

metricairlimited.ca@gmail.com