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How MEP Contractors Avoid Costly Obstacles—and Create Competitive Advantage

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Introduction As a mechanical, electrical, or plumbing (MEP) contractor, you play an integral role in a construction project. The systems you're responsible for engineering and installing are critical to the performance and function of the building or structure. The design, engineering, and installation of MEP systems goes beyond the correct placement of an electrical generator or pump. You must also account for the dimensions of prefabricated components to ensure they can be structurally supported. And you need to make sure your work doesn't impede or interfere with someone else's. Over 25% of a commercial building's total construction budget is spent on installation of MEP systems. 2 That means any mistakes when coordinating and communicating with other contractors or trades, or when integrating systems within the structure, can be costly. To avoid mistakes, you need accurate project data and a clear understanding of current site conditions as early in the project as possible—including thorough as-built information when working on remodels. While MEP is often the most underappreciated part of building design, it is often the most critical part of successful building planning and performance. 1

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