BEC specializes in indoor air quality (IAQ) issues, especially in hot, humid climates. We offer:

DESIGN SERVICES

• Quality design of HVAC, plumbing and fire protection systems for new buildings, renovations/additions and remediation projects. 
• Construction observation services for design projects.

EVALUATIONS

HVAC pre-and post-construction analyses for system performance to provide appropriate indoor environments.

• IAQ/HVAC consulting

• IAQ assessments and remediation plans

• Building envelope moisture/vapor analysis

• IAQ educational programs and training

• Specific testing for contaminants in the indoor environment

BEC also offers:

• HVAC, plumbing and fire sprinkler system design
• HVAC system troubleshooting including all aspects of inadequate and/or oversized equipment
• • System facilities planning
  • Maintenance program planning, evaluation and supervision
  • Educational programs and training
• Mechanical system evaluation and feasibility studies
• Energy usage and conservation evaluation
• Complete HVAC system commissioning

BEC employs a wide range of procedures in completing services: 

ASSESSMENT SERVICES

• Flood or water intrusion damage
• Microbiological contamination (mold/mildew)
• Odor sources
• Testing includes:
  • Temperature/humidity Moisture testing of building materials/content
  • Spore counts (viable and non-viable)
  • Bulk sampling
  • Tape slides
  • Bioaerosol
  • VOCs
  • Carbon monoxide
  • Carbon dioxide
  • Combustion
  • gasses

• Equipment selection 
• Equipment performance
• Air distribution
• Piping design
• Filtration effectiveness
• Adequate outside air
• Pressurization
• Appropriate systems for special use areas
• Occupant comfort issues
• Maintainability of system

Building Science pre- and post-construction analyses for maintenance of appropriate indoor environments

• Thermal quality, vapor barriers, air tightness
• Air quality (particulates, odors) contributed by materials
• Moisture intrusion and microbial growth
• Building shell flaws

IAQ pre- and post-construction review and identification of issues 

• Proactive building management IAQ programs
• Master plans for upgrades of maintenance procedures
• Coordination of energy issues and IAQ concerns
• Identification of potential contaminant sources
• Monitoring of air quality
• Investigation of soot deposition
• Investigation of contaminant sources and control measures
• Remediation plans and specifications

RESEARCH

• Investigations into performance of products in conjunction with HVAC systems
• Effects of specific components within building environments
• Code research on specific issues
• Paper preparation regarding technical issues

TRAINING

Customized programs for:

• Design professionals

• Installation personnel

• Facilities personnel

• Individually identified facilities issues

General and/or customized introductory IAQ programs/presentations to educate professional groups, associations and organizations
  

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