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Installation and maintenance of MEP systems

Installing and maintaining mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems is a crucial aspect of building design and construction. These systems are responsible for the heating, cooling, electricity, and water usage in a building, and must be properly installed and maintained to ensure the safety and comfort of the building’s occupants.

One of the main responsibilities of MEP engineers is to oversee the installation of these systems. This includes selecting appropriate equipment and materials, coordinating with contractors and other professionals, and ensuring that the systems are properly integrated with the overall design of the building. It is important that the installation process is carried out correctly to ensure the long-term reliability and efficiency of the systems.

Once the MEP systems are installed, it is important to perform regular maintenance to ensure that they continue to operate smoothly. This can include tasks such as cleaning and inspecting equipment, replacing worn or damaged parts, and calibrating control systems. Regular maintenance can help to identify and address potential problems before they become major issues, and can help to extend the lifespan of the systems.

In addition to routine maintenance, MEP engineers may also be called upon to troubleshoot problems and perform repairs when issues arise. This can involve diagnosing the problem, identifying the cause, and implementing a solution. It may also involve working with other professionals, such as electricians or plumbers, to resolve the issue.

Overall, the installation and maintenance of MEP systems is a crucial aspect of building design and construction. Proper installation and maintenance can help to ensure the safety, reliability, and efficiency of these systems, and can help to minimize downtime and maintenance costs.

EAST COAST TEAM LEADERSHIP

Garrison Elder

Principal Engineer
As Principal engineer for both mechanical and plumbing, Garrison has 20 years of consulting experience serving markets from the East to West Coast. First based in Atlanta, then Los Angeles, he returned to his native Chattanooga and established Elder Consulting in 2015. Licensed in eight states and skilled in the design of complex HVAC systems, he is responsible for HVAC design supervision and coordination, along with construction administration services, field surveys and building due diligence reporting. While continuing to serve the greater Chattanooga area and Southeastern region, Garrison decided to expand operations in 2023 and merge Elder Consulting with Lam+Tea Engineering of Los Angeles, owned and operated by mentor Jerry Lam and former colleague David Tea. With Lam+Tea Engineering he continues to build on his values of innovation, collaborative partnership, creative problem-solving, commitment to service, and community development. Garrison and his wife of 20 years, Robyn, have two children and reside in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Robyn Elder

Director of Marketing
With a background in journalism, marketing and advertising, Robyn has more than 20 years’ experience in the communications field. An award winning reporter and journalist, as well as former columnist and advertising/marketing consultant, her passion is connecting people through creative communication. After joining Garrison as co-owner in his established MEP engineering firm Elder Consulting in 2021, Robyn assumed the role of Director of Marketing at both parent company Lam+Tea Engineering and Elder Consulting after the companies’ merged in 2023. Married to Garrison for 20 years, the couple have two children and reside in Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Dillon Grider

Engineer / Lead Project Manager
Dillon has accumulated nearly a decade of experience between his tenure at Elder Consulting and its parent company, Lam+Tea Engineering. As a lead project manager with extensive knowledge in mechanical and plumbing engineering, his design and construction administration oversight covers a variety of project types including commercial, industrial, high-end retail, hospitality, tenant improvement, health care, multi-use and restaurant spaces. Working with developers, architects and contractors, his leadership on mechanical construction projects extends from conception through implementation; this includes analysis, confirmation and modification of project scope, budget, and schedule, along with review of design plans, cost estimates, specifications, and schedules. A graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, earning both a Bachelor of Science and Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Dillon and wife Haley reside in Rossville, Georgia.

Kenny Pruett

Engineer / Lead Project Manager
With years of experience in the mechanical and plumbing engineering industry acquired at both Elder Consulting and Lam+Tea Engineering, Kenneth oversees the design and construction administration of many project types. These include commercial, tenant improvement, restaurant, hospitality, multi-use and industrial spaces as well as healthcare facilities. His mechanical construction project leadership working with developers, contractors and architects extends from conception to implementation; from analysis, confirmation and modification of project scope, budget and schedule, to design plan review, cost estimates, specifications, and schedules. A graduate of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Kenneth is based near Nashville, Tennessee.