Overview
EBI partnered with a national retailer to deliver HVAC and MEP commissioning support for more than 300 construction and renovation projects across key U.S. markets. The program focused on validating HVAC and controls performance, improving system consistency, and supporting efficient construction closeout prior to store openings.
Projects across California, New York, and Colorado required consistent commissioning standards across multiple climate zones and jurisdictional requirements.
Services included HVAC functional performance testing, TAB verification review, controls validation, economizer testing, CO₂ sensor verification, and construction closeout support for retail facilities.
CHALLENGES
Managing commissioning across hundreds of active retail projects created several operational and technical challenges, including:
- Inconsistent HVAC controls and MEP system integration between locations
- Faulty economizer operation and malfunctioning CO₂ sensors
- Increased risk of energy waste and premature equipment wear
- Tight construction schedules tied to store opening deadlines
- Limited visibility into recurring installation and startup deficiencies
- Maintaining consistent commissioning standards across multiple project teams and regions
Outcome & Solutions
EBI implemented a scalable commissioning program that standardized MEP verification processes across all project locations. The engagement included on-site inspections, HVAC functional testing, TAB review, controls validation, and detailed reporting to support construction closeout and long-term facility operations.
As a result, the retailer was able to:
- Improve consistency in HVAC and controls performance across sites
- Support on-time store openings through streamlined commissioning and closeout processes
- Identify recurring installation deficiencies earlier in the construction process
- Improve visibility into system performance and operational readiness
- Support long-term energy efficiency and maintenance planning
The EBI Advantage
EBI’s national commissioning platform supports high-volume retail construction and renovation programs with standardized processes, scalable field execution, and consistent reporting across geographically distributed projects.
Our team helps owners reduce startup issues, improve operational consistency, and support long-term building performance across complex retail portfolios.
Hilighted Services
- On-Site System Inspections: Verified installation quality and identified performance issues
- HVAC Functional Testing & TAB Reviews: Enhanced system efficiency and operational performance
- Controls Validation & Economizer Testing: Verified proper sequence of operations and ventilation performance
- Follow-Up Validation & Reporting: Supported ongoing compliance and accountability
- Energy Use Analysis: Identified opportunities to reduce operational energy costs