Site days are the best, especially during rough-ins!

⚡ Electrical lead times are long, with traditional meter stacks taking 90+ weeks to arrive. If you’re planning a multi-tenant building, make sure to allocate extra wall space for alternative solutions! 🏗️ Our team recently designed the service shown in the image below. Need

#SiteUnseen when you penetrate a fire rated floor or wall, you have to preserve the rating of the assembly. Here is an example of a fire damper on a fresh air duct into an apartment through a one hour rated wall. Notice the access being provided on the underside of the duct.

One of the best parts of working in this industry is you are trained to notice things. I can't walk into a building without looking up. There's usually something cool up there fyi.

MEP basics for your Friday. Gas pipe sizing is a function of not just the total load but the pressure loss caused by friction as a fluid flows through the pipe. Notice the linear feet at each pipe segment below, and the load/capacity...

🔍 Existing Equipment Insights ⚡️ On a recent survey, our team observed this existing electrical service setup. Here are some key takeaways: 📌 Details We Noticed: -Existing CT cabinet metering a 120/240V single-phase service -Load-side conductors routed to a wire trough

Engineering sure has come a long way over the last century!

🌬️ Flex Ductwork: The Pros and Cons Flex ductwork is a popular choice in many HVAC systems due to its versatility and ease of installation. But is it the right choice for your project? Let’s break it down: ✅ Pros of Flex Ductwork: 🛠️ Quick Installation: Lightweight and

Commercial receptacle requirements tip

Looking for a full-time PE in Richmond! Mechanical Principal (HVAC & plumbing) role. #retwit #crex, know anyone? Great team, awesome vibes PermitZIP. Bonus: lunches with Mr Leslie Groves talking about how awesome Cyber Trucks are. DM me before we go to official marketing! 🚀

Technology is great. But sometimes there's nothing like printing out a set of plans, breaking out a pen, and doing some old-school markups. Collaboration and planning take on a different dynamic when you're in the same room, bouncing ideas off each other in real-time.

Today, Kenny Shultz from our team walks us through an important consideration for HVAC system design: ensuring your indoor units are easy to access for maintenance and long-term reliability. Placing HVAC units in easily accessible spaces, like a dedicated closet, rather than

I suck at firing people. Like, truly awful at it. When I have to, I just go all in on brutal honesty. Probably not the best approach… but it’s the only one I’ve got. How do you handle it?

Fresh from a recent survey in Henrico VA, this 1,200 sq ft retail space is exactly the kind of project PermitZIP can turn around in two weeks for MEP permit drawings. Our streamlined process means you can go from survey to stamped drawings without getting bogged down in delays.

During a recent PermitZIP survey in Henrico, VA, our team noticed sections of insulation starting to fall on the building envelope. Good thing we had our thermal camera! Catching things like this early helps avoid future rework and ensures the building performs as intended. It’s

🌟 We’re thrilled to have received another 5-star review from a valued client for a recent MEP design project in Henrico, VA. Thank you for trusting us to bring your vision to life! 🔗 Looking for a trusted MEP engineering partner? Let us help bring your next project to life!

🚀 Not quite ready for a full set of permit drawings? InsightMEP, offered by PermitZIP, is designed for that early stage when you’re exploring a property and need clarity before committing. With InsightMEP, a licensed MEP professional will visit your building, assess existing

⭐ Another 5-Star Review! We’re grateful for the trust our clients place in us and thrilled to see their projects succeed. 🔗 Ready to team up with a trusted MEP partner for your next project? Let’s get started.

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