HENDERSON HEADLINES WHAT IS A FACILITY CONDITION ASSESSMENT? Authored by: David DeBiasse | July 17, 2019 There is a fundamental balance between functionality and maintenance. When something happens to disrupt either one, the operation of the facility is at risk. Maybe you’re faced with functional issues like consistent hot/cold calls or dealing with the compounded effects of deferred maintenance. A facility condition assessment can help restore balance in your building systems operation. At Henderson Building Solutions, we help our clients address issues and manage improvements to restore harmony in their building systems. We take an in-depth look at your facility during an assessment, — mostly how the building is operating with respect to the integrated systems within the space — and then make recommendations. In addition, we provide a schedule and investment-grade estimate to implement these solutions because solutions are only valuable if they are actionable. Our team’s technical expertise and construction background helps us guide owners through the assessment process and deliver a plan that matches the facility’s maintenance needs, budget requirements, and code updates. TYPES OF FACILITY CONDITION ASSESSMENTS We understand every owner has specific budget needs and facility downtime expectations. In some cases, there may be limited knowledge of the facility’s building systems depending on staff tenure. Whether the scope focuses on a single piece of infrastructure or entails a comprehensive assessment of the entire building, understanding the intricacies involved with each project can mean a world of difference. INFR AST RUC TURE - FO CU S E D ASS E SS ME NT
Infrastructure-focused assessments have a targeted scope. This type of assessment is often the best choice for owners who have an idea of where problems are originating from or what systems may need replacement. For example, if there is a problem with an air handler, chiller, or boiler, an assessment can be done on that equipment and any associated systems. Once solutions are identified, many of our clients struggle to dedicate staff to implement the improvements. That’s why we provide everything they need to manage the project. Our assessment report outlines exactly how the work should be performed and if any business functions will be affected during the upgrade, including any possible downtime. F ULL- FAC I L I TY ASS E SS ME NT
Full-facility assessments take a high-level look at all the building systems to create a clear picture of current infrastructure.