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Bahamas-Based. Caribbean-Wide.

Two Services.
One Standard:
Performance as Designed.

Balanced as Designed provides specialist Testing, Adjusting and Balancing (TAB) and HVAC Commissioning services across the Bahamas and Caribbean. We verify that your mechanical systems deliver exactly what the engineer specified.

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Testing, Adjusting and Balancing
Verify system performance at handover
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HVAC Commissioning
Systematic verification from design to operation
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Performance Verified
48h
Report Turnaround
PE
Licensed Oversight
TAB technician testing HVAC system
Specialist TAB and Commissioning
Bahamas and Caribbean. Licensed PE oversight on every project.
Our Two Primary Services

What We Do

Every project we take on falls into one of two specialist disciplines. Both are focused on a single outcome: your mechanical systems performing exactly as the engineer designed them.

Testing Adjusting and Balancing HVAC
Primary Service 01
Testing, Adjusting and Balancing
Systematic measurement and adjustment of all mechanical systems to verify they meet design specifications. Airflow, hydronic, and equipment performance verification with comprehensive TAB reports.
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HVAC Commissioning building systems
Primary Service 02
HVAC Commissioning
Systematic verification that HVAC systems are designed, installed, and operating in accordance with the owner's project requirements. From design review through seasonal testing.
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HVAC technician measuring airflow with anemometer
Our Commitment
"We do not leave a building until the numbers match the design."
Karen Myers-Rolle, PE. Principal, Balanced as Designed.
HVAC testing and commissioning professional
Primary Service 01

Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

TAB is the systematic process of verifying that all mechanical systems in a building perform in accordance with the design intent. Without TAB, you may accept a building with systems that will never meet design specifications.

Standards We Follow
ASHRAE, SMACNA, and AABC standards for all testing and balancing work. Documentation accepted by engineers, owners, and regulatory authorities.
The TAB Process
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Pre-TAB Review
Review design documents, equipment schedules, and system schematics to establish baseline expectations.
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System Testing
Measure actual airflow, water flow, temperatures, pressures, and equipment performance against design values.
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Adjusting and Balancing
Adjust dampers, valves, fan speeds, and controls to bring all systems into compliance with design specifications.
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TAB Report
Comprehensive report documenting all measurements, adjustments, and final verified performance data. Delivered within 48 hours.
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Primary Service 02

HVAC Commissioning

Commissioning is a systematic quality assurance process that verifies HVAC systems are designed, installed, tested, and capable of being operated and maintained in accordance with the owner's project requirements.

Why Commissioning Matters
Studies show that commissioned buildings use 8 to 20% less energy than non-commissioned buildings. Commissioning also reduces occupant complaints, equipment failures, and warranty claims.
Commissioning Phases
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Pre-Design Phase
Develop the Owner's Project Requirements (OPR) and Basis of Design (BOD) documents that define performance expectations.
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Design Review
Review design documents to verify they meet the OPR. Identify design deficiencies before construction begins.
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Construction Observation
Site visits during installation to verify equipment and systems are installed per design specifications.
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Functional Testing
Systematic testing of all HVAC systems and controls under various operating conditions to verify performance.
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Commissioning Report
Comprehensive documentation of all commissioning activities, test results, deficiencies, and final system performance.
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Understanding the Difference

TAB vs. Commissioning

Both services verify performance. The difference is scope and timing. Many projects benefit from both.

Testing, Adjusting and Balancing

TAB

Focused on measuring and adjusting airflow, water flow, and equipment performance to match design values. Typically performed at project completion before handover.

  • Airflow measurement at every terminal device
  • Hydronic system flow balancing
  • Fan and pump performance verification
  • Zone-by-zone balancing to design specs
  • Deficiency identification and reporting
  • Energy benchmarking baseline data
  • Operator training on balanced systems
Best for: New construction handover, existing building troubleshooting, energy audits
HVAC Commissioning

Commissioning

A broader quality assurance process that spans the entire project lifecycle, from design review through construction and into operation. Includes TAB as one component.

  • Owner's Project Requirements development
  • Design document review and verification
  • Construction phase site observations
  • Equipment startup and pre-functional testing
  • Functional performance testing
  • Controls and BMS verification
  • Seasonal and deferred testing
Best for: New construction, LEED certification, complex HVAC systems, owner protection
Commissioning engineers checking equipment
Why It Matters
Commissioned buildings use 8 to 20% less energy. Balanced systems last longer, cost less to operate, and keep occupants comfortable.
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Why Choose Us

The Balanced as Designed Difference

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PE-Licensed Oversight

Every project is overseen by Karen Myers-Rolle, PE, a dual-licensed Professional Engineer with decades of Caribbean mechanical engineering experience.

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Independent Verification

We are independent of the installing contractor. Our findings are objective, documented, and defensible. Owners get an unbiased assessment of system performance.

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Caribbean Expertise

Deep understanding of Bahamian and Caribbean climate conditions, building codes, and mechanical system requirements. Solutions that work in our environment.

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48-Hour Reports

Comprehensive TAB and commissioning reports delivered within 48 hours of field completion. Clear, actionable documentation that engineers and owners can rely on.

Who We Serve

Sectors

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Commercial
Office buildings, retail centres, mixed-use developments
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Hospitality
Hotels, resorts, restaurants, entertainment venues
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Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics, medical offices, laboratories
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Education
Schools, universities, training facilities
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Government
Government buildings, courthouses, public facilities
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Residential
High-end residential, condominiums, luxury villas
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Industrial
Warehouses, manufacturing, data centres
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Marine
Vessels, marinas, waterfront facilities
Our Story
From Division to Specialist Brand
How Balanced as Designed evolved from within the AADEK Consulting Group to earn its own identity and digital presence.
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Ready to Verify Performance?

Your Systems Should Perform
Exactly as Designed.

Whether you need TAB at handover, commissioning from design through operation, or both, Balanced as Designed delivers the independent verification your project requires.

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Tell us about your project. We will respond within 48 hours with a clear scope and timeline.

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Headquarters
Nassau, Bahamas
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Service Area
Bahamas and Caribbean Region
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Email
info@balancedasdesigned.com
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Licensed Oversight
Karen Myers-Rolle, PE
Part of the AADEK Group
Balanced as Designed is the specialist TAB and Commissioning division of AADEK Consulting Group, led by Karen Myers-Rolle, PE. Our services are backed by the full engineering expertise of the AADEK group.
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We respond to all enquiries within 48 hours.

We respond within 48 hours. All enquiries are confidential.