Large office buildings are often of older construction. They have old carpets, elevators that need some updating and other issues that may be considered a priority for an administrator. But maybe the primary concern at the most benefit to the administrator would be to upgrade the central heating and cooling system. The larger the building the more energy it takes to change the temperature of that building, and energy does not come for free. Monthly energy costs drive up the cost of renting office space for tenants. For many smaller business tenants, price for monthly rent is of primary concern. If the office building administrator can save thousands a month on heating and cooling costs, he can offer better prices to the tenants without sacrificing any of the comforts or advantages of the building. For this reason it may be worth vacating your building for a few weeks, perhaps around the holiday season, to upgrade the HVAC system in your building. Many tenants will find a way to create work-from-home opportunities for their employees during this time, and will be more than happy to comply and return if given enough notice and the incentive of lower rental costs down the road. How, exactly, can updating the HVAC systems in the office building lead to lower energy costs? It’s all a question of if your office building currently has ductwork, that is, hollow tubes that are in the walls throughout the building. This method of HVAC technology is antiquated, and is the twenty-first century equivalent of stoking a furnace. Read into just a few other solutions – ductless mini-splits, hydronic heating, and others to ensure zoning possibilities, limited maintenance and enhanced indoor air quality.
The different types of thermostats