Benefits of Conducting a Level 1 Energy Audit 

Interested in optimizing the energy efficiency of your facilities? An energy audit is a great place to start. Learn how a Level 1 or "screening audit" can help identify potential energy improvements.     

Benefits of an Energy Audit   

"SEE" How Thermal Imaging Exposes Hidden Problems   

Imagine having the ability to look inside walls and equipment to diagnose even the most villainous building enemies including water penetration, energy loss and substandard construction. With thermal imaging, you won't believe what you can "see".  

 See How Better Diagnostics = Fewer Costly Surprises  

Learn How Facilities Audit Helped Woodward Academy   

"Our primary goal for the facilities audit was to develop a model to more accurately forecast for the future. With the FacilityForecast® Software system, we now have a centralized database and the ability to forecast out 20 years to better plan what we need to address and level out big ticket items each year."  

-Barbara Egan, Vice President, Woodward Academy  

Learn More About How zumBrunnen Assisted Woodward Academy     

Richard Lombroia Certified as EIFS Inspector 

zumBrunnen is proud to recognize Richard Lombroia, P.E., for earning the Certified EIFS Inspector (CEI) designation demonstrating his professional knowledge of exterior insulation and finish systems. Lombroia joins the ranks of only nine Certified EIFS Inspectors in the state of GA.      

Download Free Construction Management and LEED Glossary  

From ADA to Zoning, and covering everything else in-between, zumBrunnen's Construction Management & LEED Glossary of Terms is a helpful resource available as a free PDF download.  

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Construction Management & LEED Glossary

April 16-18, 2012 - Aging Services of Georgia Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Young Harris, GA.   

May 2-4, 2012 - Life Services Network (LSN) Annual Meeting and Exhibition, Chicago, IL. We will be exhibiting at Booth #1311. We will be co-presenting "Ensure a Financially Fit Facility for the Long Haul" from 8:30-Noon on Thursday, May 3, 2012.

May 14-17, 2012 - LeadingAge North Carolina Annual Meeting and Exhibition, New Bern, NC. We will be co-presenting "Ensure a Financially and Physically Fit Facility for the Long Haul" from 4:15-5:15 PM on Tuesday, May 15, 2012.    

May 21-23, 2012 - LeadingAge Texas Annual Conference, Dallas, TX. We will be presenting "The Fundamentals of Strategic Capital Planning: Understanding Your Financial and Physical Health and Capabilities" from 2:00-4:00 PM on Monday, May 21, 2012.   

Spring is here and summer is just around the corner bringing warmer temperatures and traditional seasonal facilities issues. Keeping facilities cool and the landscape maintained become higher priorities.

Long-range planning is one way to prepare for the future. Using advanced diagnostic tools is a great way to pinpoint energy loss and help improve HVAC efficiency. Our new Energy Management Services and Thermal Studies are two great ways to improve efficiency.

In each issue, we are also delighted to announce new clients. We continue to expand into new markets, just going to show that smart planning is critical for ALL types of business. We are eager to help with your facilities assessments and other planning services, and we also welcome your referrals.

Please send us your feedback and questions. We also appreciate our friends following us on Facebook and participating in our Blog. Thank you for choosing zumBrunnen as your Independent Building Consultant! We appreciate the trust you place in us to maximize the value of your facilities.

Sincerely,

Tom Doyen
Director of Business Development
404-601-4050
tdoyen@zumbrunnen.com