Building Envelope Commissioning Checklist. Building envelope commissioning differs from these other types of commissioning because unlike mechanical and electrical systems, most of the critical building envelope components are covered up by expensive exterior and interior finishes. Use this checklist to determine if the efficiency of existing equipment and systems of a building should be improved and create corrective.
Due to the increased interest in high-performance buildings, more attention is being paid to how envelope assemblies affect interior comfort and energy performance.
National energy code of canada: building envelope checklist permit number: project description: professional of record: applicant Compliance Description The building envelope is designed to protect insulation materials.
Traditionally, building envelopes have been commissioned by architectural inspection using punch lists for tracking needed corrections. Building Enclosure Commissioning (BECx) (sometimes 'envelope' is used instead of 'enclosure') is a strict quality-focused process wherein the energy performance of a facility, system or assembly is evaluated and verified against defined objectives and criteria. A building commissioning checklist aims to assess the HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building envelope systems and perform retro-commissioning as needed.