PLANNING / SELECTION / HANDOVER
Before choosing the equipment
Show the contractor the existing duct path and any condensation or noise complaints. Ask them to evaluate shared ducts, long runs and termination conditions before specifying equipment.
What belongs in the quote
Include duct changes, controls and exterior work in the scope. Request measured airflow or other agreed verification and clear instructions for normal operation.
Think about the surrounding system
Describe the actual concern: moisture, stale rooms, particles, odours or an exhaust requirement. These are different problems. Ask the designer to explain what the proposed equipment addresses, what remains outside its scope and how the result will be measured. Include filter access and regular maintenance in the plan.
Three questions for your contractor
- Does the existing duct route restrict airflow?
- Where does the exhaust terminate?
- How will replacement air be provided?
Prepare a useful first conversation
Bring the site location, building use, equipment model details and photographs of accessible equipment. Describe the problem or planned change and any access or shutdown constraints. Ask the contractor to identify design assumptions, excluded work, required approvals and who will commission the finished system.
This is a project-planning guide. Final equipment selection and installation details need a qualified contractor or designer familiar with the site.
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