Building Commissioning
Building Commissioning
Building commissioning is a systematic process of verifying that all building support systems have been installed and are performing in accordance with the approved construction documents.
Commissioning also ensures that all of the building’s installed equipment meets the owner’s intended operational, maintenance, and energy efficiency needs. The value of Commissioning is well documented as far as energy savings.
Organizations such as the New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA), U.S. Green Building Council and Portland Energy & Conservation, Inc. (PECI) have calculated anywhere between 15%-30% energy reduction for buildings that are Commissioned to buildings that are not.
The owner/operator community also realizes the operation and maintenance benefits, where the maintenance costs are reduced by 15%-35% as well.
5 Tips for Commissioning Success
5 Tips for Commissioning Success
The HVAC Commissioning process can be greatly enhanced by following these five recommendations.
Benefits of Building Commissioning
Building HVAC Commissioning benefits include: enhanced building performance, lower operating costs, and greater occupant comfort. Building owners and managers, from government facilities to private owners, are incorporating Commissioning into their new building or retrofit projects in order to minimize their energy usage and operational costs. In essence, HVAC Commissioning helps building owners ensure that:
- Proper project closure has been attained for all construction activities.
- Post-construction operating and maintenance costs have been minimized.
- Building occupant complaints have been reduced to minimal.
- Building has been constructed and is operating as intended.