What Is Building Commissioning?
Building commissioning involves checking and verifying a building to ensure that its systems such as HVAC, running water, electricity and other systems are working efficiently and as originally designed. The process aims to discover performance issues and enhance building efficiency for residents' benefit.
During commissioning, thorough examination verifies whether significant problems exist requiring remediation. This procedure is essential for new construction or renovation projects. All systems are calibrated and operated together to deliver seamless, dynamic, efficient performance matching the homeowner's vision.
Commissioning typically occurs before occupancy. Uncommissioned buildings cost approximately 20% more to operate than properly commissioned ones. Despite hiring professional contractors, commissioning remains crucial for health, safety, and cost considerations.
What Is Retro-Commissioning?
Retro-commissioning addresses buildings lacking adequate initial commissioning. This re-commissioning process applies to occupied, long-used buildings. Improperly commissioned structures benefit from retro-commissioning regarding cost savings and energy efficiency improvements.
The Importance of Commissioning
“Our firm performs comprehensive building commissioning services, testing mechanical systems upon completion before new owner occupancy.
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Commissioning's primary goal involves economic benefits through quality assurance processes.
For Homeowners, Building Owners, and Facility Managers: While smooth facility operation doesn't guarantee optimal efficiency, commissioning identifies hidden inefficiencies in HVAC performance. Commissioned buildings reduce utility costs, improve system functioning, enhance operations and maintenance, prolong equipment lifecycles, and improve documentation.
For Real Estate: Real estate markets depend on building aesthetics, yet investors and tenants prioritize comfort and low maintenance costs. Commissioning enhances occupant satisfaction by identifying performance improvement areas.
For Energy Efficiency: Commissioning enables energy efficiency improvements without excessive spending. Identified problem areas receive immediate correction, avoiding unnecessary maintenance costs.
For Risk Management: Quality assurance characterizes commissioning processes. Commissioning detects and manages identified building risks, evaluating potential adverse performance impacts and reducing effect severity. Commissioning protects homeowners' financial building investments.
Our firm performs comprehensive building commissioning services, testing mechanical systems upon completion before new owner occupancy. We frequently discover overlooked heating and cooling system issues — including backward or incorrect piping causing energy waste and comfort problems. Studies demonstrate building commissioning services repay themselves repeatedly throughout building lifespans.
Axiom Engineering Group
Axiom Engineering Group
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