Early, at the drawing level
We review mechanical and plumbing construction documents for coordination gaps, specification accuracy, and design-revision pickup, while there's still time to change them.
Green building consulting built on field-verified expertise
LinkedEfficiency has deep expertise in new and existing multifamily properties. Based in Richmond, Virginia, we specialize in buildings across the Mid-Atlantic and are well-versed in the challenges of building in our climate zones: the humidity, the mixed-humid code requirements, and the ventilation and moisture issues that come with them.
How we work
We stay on the project from pro forma to closeout
Most rating firms are brought in at the end to run a blower door and sign a form. That's a narrow role, and it means problems surface when they're most expensive to fix.
Analysis, not rules of thumb
Iterative energy modeling backs value engineering decisions with numbers. Manual J / S / D produces right-sized equipment instead of oversized defaults.
Through to closeout
Mid-construction inspections, informational testing early enough to fix problems, code-compliance testing, and post-construction certification documentation.
Credentials
Our team's qualifications
Certifications and credentials held across the LinkedEfficiency team.
- LEED AP for Homes
- RESNET HERS Rater
- RESNET Quality Assurance Designee
- NGBS Green Verifier
- Certification in residential HVAC design
- Passive House Consultant
- Class A Contractor license (Virginia)
- ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction
- ENERGY STAR Single Family Homes
- Zero Energy Ready Homes (Efficient New Homes)
- WaterSense
- BPI Energy Auditor
- BPI Quality Control
- EarthCraft Technical Advisor
Capabilities
What we do in-house
- Whole-building energy modeling
- ERI / HERS rating
- ACCA Manual J / S / D
- RESNET HVAC grading
- Blower door testing
- Duct leakage testing
- Ventilation & exhaust flow testing
- Pressure diagnostics
- Constructability review
- Certification documentation
Service area
Virginia and the Mid-Atlantic
We primarily serve the Richmond metro area and Charlottesville, with projects across Virginia and neighboring states. Regional focus means we know the utility programs and the issues specific to building here: climate zone 4A across most of the state, and climate zone 3A in the Virginia Beach area.
Bring us in early.
The earlier we're at the table, the more we can save you in certification headaches, change orders, and operating costs. Tell us about your project and we'll map the most efficient path to compliance.