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Get your energy act together


arren Finley, chief commercial officer at Ideal Commercial Boilers


challenge with regard to integrating systems and negotiating new pipework around old. The shape of the building and also the positioning of the plant has added to the challenge with some units being fed through over 150 metres pipe runs, putting added pressure on the system. “One of our engineers told me that this was one of the most challenging but also the most rewarding projects he’s ever worked on,” added Hedgley. The final solution needs to provide a regular temperature, even with the architectural challenges of the building. It also demanded a system that can be easily controlled, provide the best energy efficiency and be sustainable. “The energy rating will drastically improve immediately and our design provides effective, simultaneous heating and cooling which can offer substantial savings on the annual running costs,” explained Hedgley. A complete planned preventative maintenance programme has also been prepared to run alongside the seven-year warranty. The Ship's next phase will include the completion of the


restaurant and gymnasium for the use of the staff within the offices. The final phase will be the Board Room with spectacular views. This will see the completion of the plan to breathe new life back into the building and see it restored to its former glory and become a major hub for business in the area.


encourages contractors to act now on energy efficiency changes. With further energy efficiency legislation less than a year away, it’s more important than ever for commercial landlords and businesses to take a proactive approach to their heating installations and maintenance strategies. And it’s part of a contractor’s role to encourage them to act now so that their properties aren’t prevented from being let. From 1 April 2018 energy efficiency regulations in non-domestic buildings are going to change. It will mean landlords of non-domestic private rented properties – including public sector landlords –cannot grant a tenancy to new or existing tenants if their property has an EPC rating of below E. And, from 1 April 2023, landlords must not continue letting a non-domestic property which is already let if that property has an EPC rating of band F or G. As a result, nearly 20 per cent of commercial property buildings in England and Wales could be barred from being let in the future because they do not comply with new Government energy standards, according to global real estate services firm Cushman & Wakefield.


So what is the upshot for commercial heating contractors? Proactive contractors should be talking to clients in this sector about their older boilers and switching them out ahead of the change through a planned maintenance strategy. The real issue here is the mounting pressure on landlords with tenancies due for renewal around April 2018 who are still heating their buildings with older boilers and systems, as they will end up being out of action for longer than necessary. They also run the risk of their assets decreasing in value if they don’t make the right improvements now. While replacing an inefficient boiler with an efficient one is the obvious solution, we would also urge contractors to use it as a chance to reiterate the benefits of routine inspection protecting the whole heating system, encouraging clients to consider preventative maintenance, monitoring gas bills, introducing controls and water treatment. This is a great opportunity for contractors to deepen their client


relationships by providing advice that will ensure their rental properties continue to generate revenue. For any contractors looking for more advice on energy efficient boilers,


I’d urge them to speak with an Ideal Commercial BDM. Locate yours at: www.idealcommercialboilers.com/contact


www.heatingandventilating.net


May 2017


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