The purposes of the site surveys are to investigate existing conditions and provide preliminary information to troubleshoot possible system discrepancies and inefficiencies, whether with installed systems, maintenance practices, or operational sequence programming.

Findings can be used to enhance annual maintenance programs, schedule non-capital repairs, or provide the framework for future renovations. When utilized in conjunction with major renovations or upgrades, site investigations have proven to expedite scheduled renovations and augment overall project results.

During site surveys, Neudorfer Engineers obtains operational performance data and equipment nameplate data, and compares these against original design criteria. If discrepancies are observed, NEI works with the building manager and project team to determine why changes were made. Neudorfer Engineers compares the existing architectural layouts to existing conditions and wall, furnishing, & equipment layouts to determine if, how, and where the building occupancy and space utilization may have been modified from original design intent. NEI coordinates with the engineers and architects of record to create accurate red-lined the drawings, reflecting current locations and types of walls, exterior windows, light fixtures, control sensors (temperature, CO2, pressure), and supply, return, and exhaust air distribution inlets & outlets.

Neudorfer Engineers utilizes industry standard procedures to recommend repairs to existing HVAC equipment, modifications to sequences of operations, and revisions to design airflows. Recommendations are submitted through proper channels to the project team and client for approval. The team reviews recommendations to prioritize energy conservation measures (ECMs) or repairs to assure that all modifications and design revisions provide the current and future building occupants with a healthy, comfortable, and energy efficient workplace.