Medical Office Construction: Any Los Angeles medical office preparing to start new construction or remodeling should be aware of energy management techniques that can be applied during the building phase. Here are some tips to get you on the road to energy efficiency in your medical practice.

Why go green?

Green medical construction is becoming the norm for all healthcare facilities in and outside the San Fernando Valley and greater LA metro areas; it’s economical, good for the environment, and guaranteed to improve patient satisfaction! In order to practice effective energy management in your dentist office, imaging center, outpatient or other hospital environment, you may have to make some changes, such as implementing a new mechanical-electrical control system. If you’re already planning to remodel or start a new structure, then this is the perfect time to become acquainted with some new practices in medical construction.

Medical Office Construction Energy management tips

1) Utilize natural light to conserve energy. It will cut down on costs while also promoting a more healing environment for your patients. Read 6 Medical Construction Tips that use Natural Biophilic Elements for some examples of how to design with energy-efficient natural elements. 2) By going green, you’re more likely to be in compliance with many government requirements for healthcare providers. 3) Speak to your medical contractor about improving airflow, monitoring systems, lighting, plumbing, sprinkler systems, and waste management. 4) Print out a report on your medical office’s energy usage and spending in the past. In a few months after making the switch to energy efficiency, begin a new report and compare. You’ll be pleasantly surprised at how much money you’ve saved! 5) Check out the following websites for more helpful information: Also read: Building Healthcare Facility Design Layouts that Patients Love Natural Biophilic Medical Construction Questions? Feel free to contact us!  Image by njaj