Installing sub meters into new construction projects is a relatively easy project. The company managing the sub meter installation can work with the plumbing contractor to complete the installation on schedule and in a way that is easy for both the plumbing and the submetering company.
Managing electric sub meter installation in an existing building is a bit more of a complex scheduling and logistics issue. Top companies with experience in these types of projects will work closely with the landlord or property management team to coordinate the project.
The Basics
Ideally, if plumbing information for the building is available, it is easy for the electric sub meter installation to be scheduled well in advance of the start date for the project. When the plumbing schematics are not available or in older buildings where there have been add-ons over the years, additional time is usually required as plumbing systems may not be as anticipated.
If there are tenants in the building, coordinating the installation of the meters to times when tenants are more likely to be out of their apartments or when commercial tenants are not in their unit will be important. For most buildings, both residential and commercial, this will mean different times for the installation process. For residential properties, installations are typically done on weekdays when tenants are at work. Commercial properties typically will have installation completed on weekends when businesses are closed.
The electric sub meter installation service will provide a schedule of times when water will be turned off to different floors or sections of the property. They will then bring in the necessary crews to quickly and efficiently install the sub meters. Experienced companies are very accurate at predicting the time required, even for very large installation services, and they have the trained crews on-hand ready to get the job done.