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5 Commercial Building Energy Savings Tips

Owning a commercial building means that it typically comes with more energy usage than a regular residential dwelling. This is expected, but if you are concerned about the carbon footprint or the bill (or both!) that more energy consumption brings, there are ways to combat the overall energy use. Over time, it is a good idea to replace aspects of the building that need replaced with energy-saving alternatives, like energy-saving windows or solar panels, or investing in a tin roof, which has a much longer life than asphalt shingles and is also recyclable. These are certainly great items to keep on your to-do list, but there are things that you can begin doing today to save energy in your commercial building.

5 Commercial Building Energy Savings Tips

  •  Control the lighting
  •  Replace the air filters regularly
  •  Check your motors
  •  Regulate the water temperature
  •  Regularly check all seals for door and window frames

Lighting is the major energy expenditure in a commercial building, and there’s no way around that, but there are ways to control it a bit. Using dimmers switches and LED lighting is a start, but the real savings can begin by using electronics to manage time schedules, occupancy sensing, and daytime light availability. Occupancy sensors sound expensive, but some studies show that each one saves about $170 per year in energy costs.

There’s a lot more air filters in a commercial building, and they get dirty much more quickly than in a home. Make sure they are replace regularly so your heating/cooling system isn’t working harder than it needs to be. Some filters are cleanable/reusable – it’s all about your time vs. money interests.

Most HVAC unit motors are only good for about 12-15 years, many less if they are in constant use, as in the case of a commercial building. It makes sense to replace these with a new unit that is efficient rather than an old one that struggles – and consumes a lot of energy – to keep up.

Regulating the water temperature is a good idea for many reasons, primarily for safety. People so get burned from faucet water when the water heaters are malfunctioning or set too high. The laws on this can actually vary by state, so it’s good to look yours up, but comfortable bathing should be no higher than 115 degrees. Almost every state sets a max of 120 degrees, so check it often.

In a commercial building, there’s a lot more windows and doors than in a home, and they are probably getting more use. The seals around the frames should be inspected monthly for intactness. It’s important to remember you don’t want a building to be air-tight, because that can bring about its own environment hazards, such as pollutant and carbon monoxide poisoning. Keeping that in mind, you shouldn’t be able to feel any type of cold draft coming from a closed window or door. Replacing these energy-drainers will pay for themselves in no time.

 

 

 

 

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Newest Key West Commercial Properties on the Market

Prime location in Islamorada!  Pelican Plaza is located across from Founders Park.  Highly visible on US 1 with 1.69 acres. 5125 sf net leasable retail space with plenty parking. Asking $25 sf Triple Net Lease-NNN $10,677 Active

86701 Overseas Highway ISLAMORADA, Florida

10,334 SqFt

Professional Friendly Business Environment, hard to find small lease space suitable for office or storage, Unit C101 offers 342sf of space with windows and private bathroom. Elevated, concrete structure with off street parking. In addition to the monthly rent quoted is sales tax, Tenant is responsible for water and electric. Minimum one-year lease $725 Active

5570 3Rd Street C101 Stock Island, Florida

1 Baths 7,520 SqFt

Terrific investment opportunity! Commercial building with three ample leasable spaces and great visibility on US1. Building is in excellent condition with marquee signage with upgraded electrical and 120 feet of frontage. Units are individually metered and can function well for retail, office or food & beverage businesses. Ample parking in front, along the side and in the rear of the building.  Opportunity for expansion behind the building as well. $729,000 Active

30971 Avenue A Big Pine, Florida

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Listed $50,000 under appraised value. Rare opportunity to purchase the Historic 7 Mile Marina less than a mile from 7 Mile Bridge with over 360ft of US-1 frontage! Commercial property consists of protected marina, 3,600 sqft building. Marathon approved transferable building rights allowing 9,332 of commercial floor area, two tax keys totaling +/- 54,768 sqft or 1.25 acres. Property being sold ''AS IS'' no warranties or representations and no leases. Includes a deed restriction for neighboring property not to store straps within 75 ft of NE property line. Prior to 2014 fire, property had a 150 seat restaurant and office. $3,150,000 Active

1090 Overseas Highway MARATHON, Florida

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