More Customers Looking to Nationwide Coils Post Mid-February Storm that Gripped Central and Southern U.S.

Last month's historic cold wave hit the central U.S., with Texas experiencing some of the worst impacts. For days, subzero temperatures paralyzed the region, leaving millions without power, heat, and water. Commercial HVAC systems weren't immune to the extreme weather; coils designed for moderate climates struggled to endure such prolonged subfreezing conditions. Now, businesses across affected areas are urgently seeking coil replacements to resume operations.

Since the storm, coil manufacturers have been operating at full capacity to address the surge in demand while dealing with additional supply chain disruptions caused by the storm itself. Orders for both custom and OEM replacement coils have surged as companies aim to restore their HVAC systems as swiftly as possible. Beyond maintaining basic climate control, ensuring high indoor air quality remains critical amid the ongoing pandemic.

A Nationwide Coils replacement water coil en route to a school in Dallas/Fort Worth.

Custom and OEM Replacement Coils

If you're among those needing to replace a damaged coil, our custom replacement coils are meticulously crafted to match all specifications of your existing coil, ensuring a perfect fit and top performance. Our OEM replacement coils offer significant savings—up to 30-50% less than standard OEM coils—making them a cost-effective solution for regions hit hard by the storm.

With offices spread throughout the U.S., including key locations in Texas, we can often measure on-site for many clients. If you're handling the measurements yourself, our blank coil drawings provide the tools needed for precise fitting.

Quicker Coil Delivery with Quick Ship

To meet the heightened demand, our quick ship option allows customers to receive their coils more rapidly. Despite the storm-induced supply chain challenges, Nationwide Coils is committed to serving customers promptly and efficiently.

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Preventing Coils From Freezing

In the aftermath of the mid-February storm and with another late-season winter storm approaching parts of the country, we've received numerous queries regarding coil freezing risks and preventive measures.

Damaged copper tubing resulting from frozen coils.

At what temperature do coils freeze?

Several factors influence whether a water coil will freeze, including water flow rate, system operation status, percentage of outside air intake, and whether the system contains glycol, which provides extra freeze protection.

What happens when a unit's coil freezes?

If a coil freezes, the unit becomes nonfunctional.

What occurs when a frozen coil thaws?

This situation can lead to significant issues. Once the ice melts, water leaks from cracked tubes, potentially causing substantial damage depending on the extent of the leaks.

Which coils are suited for subzero temperatures?

Steam distribution coils are best suited for extremely low temperatures. Their design minimizes the risk of outer condensate tubes freezing.

What is the best preventive maintenance to stop coils from freezing?

The most effective method to prevent coil freezing involves proper freeze protection:

1. Mix glycol and water to lower the freezing point of the fluid in the system.

2. Position coils without freeze protection downstream of heating coils.

3. Install Freezestats to detect sub-freezing conditions. These devices signal heating failures and automatically shut down the system to safeguard the coil. Bypass pumps activate when outdoor temperatures approach freezing to circulate fluid through the coil at a fixed rate, reducing the chance of freezing.

Have any questions or need a quote on a replacement commercial HVAC coil? Contact us anytime via email.