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Sep
22nd
Ballard Church Cuts Energy Costs 45% With New Boiler / Commercial HVAC System

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The Challenge:
Originally installed in 1925, the church’s 1 MBTU oil fired (later changed to gas) furnace was dirty, expensive to operate, unreliable and a constant source of frustration. The equipment room (think dungeon) in which it was located was cramped for space - making repairs and /or installation of a replacement system very difficult. To make matters worse the boiler was connected to an air distribution system that was also obsolete, and inefficient. High operating / repair costs and uncomfortable conditions compelled church leadership to look for answers.


The Process:
Church Maintenance Director  entertained design build proposals from several local mechanical contractors. After a false start with a large contractor who immediately changed their design approach, MM Comfort Systems was selected based upon superior design, budget and schedule.

The Solution:
Existing air distribution system (duct work, fans, damper, etc) was removed and the below grade furnace was abandoned. A McLain Ultra Com boiler, 3 Carrier fan coils, associated ductwork, piping, pumps, valves, CO2 sensors and smoke detectors were installed. Tight working conditions made precise engineering and installation a requirement.

Results:
 On time and within budget
 Heating Energy Costs reduced by 45%.
 Repair costs reduced by 100%.
 Comfort levels improved dramatically.
 Burden on facilities personnel eliminated.
 Improved Indoor Air Quality through efficient filtration and on demand CO2 ventilation.
 Better alignment between Church values of thoughtful stewardship of resources and energy / environmental impact of their facilities

Added on 09/22/2011

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Commercial Air Conditioning, Commercial Heating Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Heating Repair, Heating Systems by Heating, Cooling & HVAC Blog by MM Comfort Systems

 

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