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MEP Consultants: Its role and responsibilities

Introduction:

MEP consultants are key contributors to any building project, they are responsible for the designing, planning, and installation of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems in the build or development project of residential, commercial, as well as industrial buildings. 
In this article we explore about the role and responsibilities of the MEP consultant.  If you are in Lucknow and you are looking to construct a new home then Imagination shaper architects are here to help you along with the MEP requirements. So let’s deep dive into video to know more about our services.

What is MEP Engineering?

MEP is mechanical, electrical, and plumbing while constructing a new project. MEP engineers are responsible to design, plan, and install these networks in a construction project. 
Their main role is to design sustainable buildings, perform building automation, as well as consultation about energy consultants. They works as a central information source and helping project workflow audits as well. MEP engineers serves the unbeatable guidance in designing, purchase, and installation decision making.
Importance of MEP Consultants:
Here are the importance of the MEP consultants in the construction project and lets have a look and adopt them if you are looking to construct new building:

MEP system designing:

MEP is responsible for designing the mechanical, electrical, as well as plumbing systems, and they are also responsible install them in a construction project to ensure comfortable ambience for the clients.
Managing the budget:
MEP consultants can offers the accurate estimates of cost for the three systems. Because they are involved in purchase decisions of plumbing, mechanical, and electrical equipment, they keeps their eye on a purchases to make sure that the budget is not overshot.

Coordination:

As you know the MEP engineers are expertise in the three areas of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering which required to interact and integrate with each other, so the coordination will becomes easy. They are the center point of information for the whole project and also responsible for administrative tasks too.

Quality control:

MEP consultants work along with developers, contractors, building owners, as well as architects to make sure about the MEP systems in building are designed and installed perfectly as well, by the reviews of drawings and specs, conducting quality control tests and site visits etc.

Technical specifications:

MEP consultants are responsible for all technical specifications of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, which is essential as well as critical to draw for the successful project.
Detailed drawings and diagrams:
MEP consultants creates the several detailed drawings and diagrams for the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, as these systems interact with one another.
These drawings help the construction team during installation, and you can have a flawless execution of ductwork, piping, plumbing, fire protection systems, electrical conduits. It also helps to make sure about the compliance with industry standards and regulations.
Benefits of having MEP consultants:
 There are several benefits that you must have MEP consultant while constructing a new project:

Optimum design:

MEP consultants are expertise in developing economical electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems, rather than this of whether you are simply renovating the building or constructing a new project. 
They are adept at identifying the most durable and robust materials, the latest technologies, and create flexible designs to ensure longer life for the building, minimizing the need for repairs and frequent renovations. 
MEP contractors can perform a follow up every couple of years to check that the systems are functioning optimally. Through retro-commissioning, changes in the building operations can be identified and it can be verified if the new systems are running as expected.
Budget friendly design and installation:
All projects have budgets which need to be adhered to. MEP engineers will help you to ensure that the cost does not overshoot the budget. They will also ensure that the systems and equipment installed are economical in the long run.

Reduces the risk of projects:

It is essential that you reduce risk, then will be a successful building project management services. Whether you are planning a villa renovation or construction, there are variety of different complex systems that have to be designed and implemented. MEP consultants can make sure that every facet of the project is properly incorporated in the building construction, and this leads to timely completion and compliance with codes.
Enhances the energy efficiency:
Electrical lights used inside the building form a major part of the energy bill for any building. An MEP consultants are capable of delivering intelligent solutions on automation systems and techniques to bring down the electricity consumption of the building. 
They help with the proper and smooth installation of energy-efficient light fixtures, motion-sensing lights, incorporating daylight to reduce the need for artificial lights, using photovoltaic systems, superior HVAC equipment, LEED designs and other eco-friendly and energy efficient methods. Each building comes with its own set of challenges. 
MEP consultants can deliver custom solutions to enhance the energy efficiency of any building, through energy modeling, or virtually simulating the energy usage, as this gives a clear picture of the energy consumption currently. 
They can then extrapolate into the future to get an idea about possible consumption, and optimize the design to ensure maximum energy efficiency.

Reduced water usage:

MEP consultants design the mechanical and plumbing systems in such a way that the amount of water the building consumes can be substantially reduced, leading to lower water bills. 
They can source and install low-flow fixtures in bathrooms, look for alternative water sources, optimize landscape designs, insulate piping and boost HVAC system efficiency, and so on. All these methods in combination work to conserve water and save on the water bills.
Compilation with codes and standards:
MEP consultants are well-versed with building codes and standards that must be complied with. Carbon dioxide emissions are one of the most critical issues they handle; heating, lighting, cooling, and electricity generate a lot of greenhouse emissions. MEP e consultants stress heavily on sustainable construction. 

Enhances the comfort and safety:

MEP consultants are very particular about ensuring a safe and healthy indoor environment with maximum use of natural daylight, ventilation, controlling moisture, optimizing systems, and so on. The quality of indoor environment can affect the health of the occupants significantly, and have an effect on their comfort and productivity too. 
Improved safety and comfort can lead to better health, happier occupants, improved productivity, fewer sick days, and better mood and morale for all. MEP consultants are adept at leveraging various tools and methods like optimized HVAC systems etc. to ensure maximum natural light and ventilation, and minimal moisture, preventing odours, airborne pathogens, and so on.

Conclusion:

In wrapping up, we have desceibed in above guide about the MEP consultants, its importance, its benefits and their roles and responsibilities. 
The firm like Imagination shaper in Lucknow provides all type of construction related services including MEP consultant’s services. So contact us today to design your electrical, plumbing and mechanical system for safety and comfortable home.