Building Automation for Schools & Municipalities

Energy Audits & Building Automation Solutions

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Hallway view from a Weld County School District building, demonstrating improved lighting and comfort from Colorado Controls solutions

Weld County School District

Colorado Controls has been fortunate to be able to complete multiple schools for the Weld County School District in Greeley, Colorado in the past few years, starting in May of 2020 and continuing on in 2023.

Clean and energy-efficient hallway at Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering, a Colorado Controls project

Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering

Colorado Controls has been fortunate to be able to complete multiple schools for the Weld County School District in Greeley, Colorado in the past few years, starting in May of 2020 and continuing on in 2023.

Modern, well-lit hallway inside S. Christa McAuliffe S.T.E.M. Academy, optimized with Colorado Controls building automation

S. Christa McAuliffe S.T.E.M. Academy

Colorado Controls has been fortunate to be able to complete multiple schools for the Weld County School District in Greeley, Colorado in the past few years, starting in May of 2020 and continuing on in 2023.

Brightly lit school hallway at Brentwood Middle School, showcasing energy-efficient LED lighting retrofitted by Colorado Controls

Brentwood Middle School

Colorado Controls has been fortunate to be able to complete multiple schools for the Weld County School District in Greeley, Colorado in the past few years, starting in May of 2020 and continuing on in 2023.

UC Health Johnstown, Timnath, Loveland, Greeley

Colorado Controls has had the pleasure of installing Reliable Controls in UCHealth locations in Colorado including Johnstown, Timnath, Loveland and Greeley.

BUILDING AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGY: SAVE ENERGY AND MONEY

There’s no doubt about it, operating systems in schools and municipal buildings are complex, and use a large amount of energy and money each month. While it’s important to ensure your building is at a comfortable temperature and has proper ventilation for the people inside, it’s also important to only use the energy needed to keep your operating system functioning properly. If you don’t, you could be wasting a lot of money, which can affect your bottom line.

Our expert team at Colorado Controls provides energy savings solutions to schools and municipal buildings to not only ensure you’re operating as efficiently as possible, but to also help put money back into your establishment instead of wasting it on your utility bill. From energy audits to installing building automation technology, we do it all. The best part? You could be eligible for grants, tax rebates, and other incentives where you could only have to pay for a fraction of your project, and perhaps not have to pay anything at all! Contact our team today to learn more!

Our Commitment to Your Community

We are proud to partner with organizations that serve the public. Our solutions help you create spaces that are not only efficient but also safe and comfortable.

  • Improved Air Quality: A BAS ensures proper ventilation and air circulation, which is vital for student and staff health.
  • Enhanced Security: Integrate your building's security and access control into a single system for greater control and peace of mind.
  • Simplified Management: Centralized control gives your facility managers the power to oversee multiple buildings from a single dashboard, saving time and resources.
Colorado Controls Installs Reliable Controls in UC Health Medical Center In Johnstown Colorado
Hallway view from a Weld County School District building, demonstrating improved lighting and comfort from Colorado Controls solutions

What Sets Colorado Controls Apart

Our team at Colorado Controls is trained to work with a wide spectrum of building automation systems. We know that every building is different from the next, and we take the time to assess each project individually to provide options that will help achieve your specific needs and goals. We are the preferred automation company in Fort Collins for a number of reasons, including:

  • We provide customer services that’s second to none.
  • We are an Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) member as well as an Associated General Contractor of Colorado (AGC) member.
  • We are one of only three authorized Reliable Controls dealers in the state.
  • We provide complete installation services for both new construction projects as well as retrofit projects.

We have over 80 years of experience in this industry and are passionate about helping our customers reduce their carbon footprint and save them money in the process. If you’re looking for an automation company to help run an energy audit and provide you with data-based automation solutions, look no further than your trusted team at Colorado Controls.

Sustainable Solutions for Public Institutions

A modern building automation system (BAS) is a strategic investment that helps you lead by example. Our solutions provide the tools you need to manage resources wisely and meet your sustainability goals. By precisely controlling your HVAC, lighting, and other core systems, we can help you significantly reduce your energy footprint and lower your environmental impact.

Energy Audits For Your School Or Municipal Building

When you are overseeing a building as large and complex as a school or municipal building, certain elements that keep the building running can easily be put on the backburner, one of those being your operating system. Sure, when the air conditioning stops working in the middle of the summer, it’s top of mind, but other than that, building managers don’t typically pay much attention to their operating systems unless there’s an issue. Well, by not paying attention to your operating system, you could be paying way more on your energy bill than you need to, which means you’re wasting money and energy without realizing it.

That’s where Colorado Controls comes in. Building standards have changed. Buildings, including school and municipalities, are being urged to have more energy-efficient operating systems to be more environmentally friendly. While it may seem like a daunting task to analyze your operating system to determine how efficient or inefficient it is, it’s actually very simple when you call us at Colorado Controls to help. We have the experience and knowledge to run an energy audit on your operating system to find inefficiencies and recommend tangible solutions. Here’s an overview of our energy audit process:

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  • Our team will conduct an onsite energy audit to assess your current energy consumption.
  • From there, we will identify energy efficiency measures and automation solutions you can implement in your school or municipal building.
  • Depending on the solutions you decide on, our team can install building automation technology in your current operating system to make your establishment more efficient.

The longer you wait for an energy audit, the more money and energy will be wasted. Once you call our team at Colorado Controls, you will see how stress-free and easy our process is, and you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it sooner. Call us today to get started!

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Building Automation System Cost

We know that you’re probably wondering how much building automation solutions cost. At the end of the day, you have a long list of expenses associated with your business, and you’re probably not thrilled at the idea of paying even more money to improve your operating system.

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At Colorado Controls, we completely understand that. Luckily for you, Colorado is actually rewarding businesses that are taking the steps to operate their establishments more energy-efficiently. This means implementing building automation systems in your school or municipal building could be paid in full. Here’s different incentives that Fort Collins offers:

  • Rebates through Fort Collins Utilities
  • Incentives available until funds are expended
  • Projects above $1,000 pre-approved
  • Rebates available to Fort Collins Utilities electric customers
  • Wattage reductions calculated based on standard equipment values
  • All exterior and interior lights are eligible
  • All lights on Energy Star Retail and DesignLights Consortium are eligible
  • Rebate payment made on completion of retrofit lighting project with submitted application and project-related invoices

Interested in reaping these benefits while also updating your operating system to be more energy-efficient? Give us a call today to learn more!

PARTNER WITH COLORADO CONTROLS

We have helped countless Fort Collins schools and municipal buildings install building automation solutions, and we’d love to help you next! Whether you’re wanting more information on our services, or you’re ready to implement an energy management system, give us a call. We will meet you where you’re at and help you achieve your goals.

Timnath High School in Northern Colorado using building automation to save energy

Advantages Of New Building Automation Systems

In addition to saving energy and money, there are a host of benefits that come along with implementing building automation solutions in your school or municipal building, including:

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Environmentally-Friendly

By reducing your energy consumption, you are also reducing your carbon footprint, which is extremely beneficial for the environment around you.

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Reduced Maintenance

An updated and more efficient operating system also results in not having to spend countless dollars on repairing an old and outdated system.

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Quick Return On Investment

As soon as you implement your building automation technology, you will quickly see a reduction in your utility bill.

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Improved Productivity

When the heating, air conditioning, lighting, ventilation, and other aspects of your school or building are efficient and effective, you will likely notice a boost in productivity in your students or employees due to the improved working conditions.

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Building Automation Systems We Specialize In

As mentioned earlier, the operating systems in schools and municipal buildings can be quite complex. However, with over 80 years of combined experience in this industry, our team at Colorado Controls is able to work with any kind of system, including electrical, lighting, fire alarm systems, ventilation, and more. Check out the different areas we specialize in:

  • Air-Handling Systems
  • Boilers
  • VVT Applications
  • Chillers
  • VAV Applications
  • Heat Pump Systems
  • Geothermal and Energy Monitoring

At Colorado Controls, our main focus is you and your needs. We want to make sure you understand the process and that your goals are being met. Just tell us what you’re needing, and we will provide you with the resources and information to help you achieve your goals. If you’re ready to operate more efficiently, and save money during the process, give us a call today!

WORK WITH COLORADO CONTROLS

As a locally-owned and operated company, we pride ourselves on our transparent communication with each and every one of our customers. When you hire Colorado Controls, you can rest assured knowing our team will go above and beyond for you and your project to ensure you are satisfied with the end result. The time is now to implement building automation solutions in your building. Just give us a call, and we will take it from there!

Featured Projects

Weld County School District

Tointon Academy of Pre-Engineering - Included over 150 Reliable Controls installed devices.

S. Christa McAuliffe S.T.E.M. Academy - S. Christa McAuliffe S.T.E.M. Academy was a partial retrofit, partial new construction that we completed in 2021 where we installed new unit ventilators in many classroms and new RTUs in common spaces.

Brentwood Middle School - Brentwood Middle School was a retrofit we were also able to complete with updated equipment as well as updated programming and graphics.

Windsor Town Hall

After a successful design, installation, and engineering of the existing systems, the building is now a perfect example of a well-done retrofit. Using our knowledge of the industry and following historical standards, we have a wonderful example of old and new working together. It also serves to show that we can breathe new life into an older building using correct methodology, while also saving the customers money. The people directly involved with renovating Windsor Town Hall are all extremely proud of the work we did and look forward to an ongoing relationship with the Town of Windsor as we update their systems.

Colorado Early College (CEC) Colorado Springs

Colorado Early Colleges has been a client of ours for quite some time now and we most recently have completed another project for them, this time in Colorado Springs. CEC Springs Building 100 has been retrofitted to house several remodeled classrooms and a brand new commercial kitchen. We programmed and created graphics for 31 Rooftop Units of which there were 17 variations. Along with the RTU programming we also added a multi-thermostat voting system for several of the units.

Our Values

At Colorado Controls, collaboration is at the heart of our approach, as we work hand in hand with clients to create efficient building automation solutions.

In a rapidly changing industry, we pride ourselves on being adaptable, ensuring our systems evolve alongside technological advancements for optimal performance.

Our passionate team is committed to revolutionizing building automation, bringing a relentless drive to create smarter, more sustainable control solutions.

Dedication is the cornerstone of our work ethic, as we tirelessly strive to exceed expectations and deliver reliable building automation systems that stand the test of time.

Innovation fuels our every endeavor, pushing us to constantly explore new horizons and implement cutting-edge technologies that define the future of building automation controls.

Relationships

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We are committed to establishing lasting relationships with our customers. To us, gaining a lifetime customer means that we are doing our job right. Our team is trained to find the best solution for your budget, and we want to do everything we can to take away the stress of HVAC services. We seek to be recommended as a trustworthy company and conduct our business accordingly. We pledge to maintain the highest level of professionalism, integrity, honesty, and fairness in our relationships with our suppliers, subcontractors, professional associates, and customers.

Building Owners, Facilities Managers, & Property Managers

General & Mechanical Contractors

Mechanical Engineers

Municipalities & Schools

Mechanical Engineering

As a mechanical engineer, you are under a lot of pressure to ensure buildings are up to code and have all of the elements they need to function properly. As a leader in the controls industry, we at Colorado Controls have been experts in this space for over 12 years with 80 years of combined experience.

 

Contractors

Our team at Colorado Controls partners with general contractors to help provide building automation systems that will make a building’s operating system use less energy while functioning more efficiently.

 

 

 

LED-Lighting Retrofit

Lighting is an integral part of your commercial or industrial building. However, if the lights in your building are old, your energy consumption and maintenance is likely costing you. At Colorado Controls, we want to ensure the lighting you use every day provides you with the most efficiency, longevity, and durability possible.

 

Careers

Colorado Controls is a leader in the controls industry and a Reliable Controls dealer. We are looking to grow our team and are on the search for talented, driven, and motivated individuals to join the Colorado Controls team. Interested in joining our team? Learn more about our carreer opportunites here.