Reduce Commercial Energy Costs with Professional BMS Installation
Transform your building's performance with our expert Building Management Systems. Reduce energy costs by up to 30%, achieve net zero compliance, and optimise HVAC controls for maximum efficiency across the UK.
Smart Building Automation for Energy Efficiency & Net Zero Compliance
Our Building Management Systems provide complete control over your building's mechanical and electrical systems, delivering significant energy savings, reduced carbon emissions, and helping you achieve your Environmental Social Governance (ESG) goals.
Key Benefits: Energy Savings, Net Zero Compliance & Improved Comfort
Discover how our Building Management Systems can reduce your building's energy use, lower carbon footprint, and bring your office building up to energy regulations UK
Our BMS Installation Process
A structured approach ensuring seamless implementation and optimal results
Further Reading
- What is a Building Management System?
- BMS Installation Cost UK: What to Budget
- Retrofitting Legacy Buildings with Modern BMS
Case Studies
- 10 Whitechapel — BMS Installation with Trend IQ4 ECO and BACnet/IP
In-house panel build, BACnet/IP integration, CO₂ sensors and chilled beam controls across a commercial office fit-out.
- 20 Gresham Street — Full Six-Floor BMS Rollout
Complete Trend and Distech BMS installation with panel build and cabling across a high-rise commercial building.
Frequently Asked Questions — Building Management Systems
What is a Building Management System and what does it control?
A Building Management System (BMS) is a computer-based control system that monitors and manages a building's mechanical and electrical equipment — including HVAC, lighting, power, fire, and security systems. It collects data from sensors and controllers across the building and uses that data to maintain comfort, minimise energy use, and raise alerts when equipment faults occur. Alpha Controls designs and installs BMS platforms including Trend IQ4, Distech EC-BOS, and Siemens Desigo.
How much does BMS installation cost for a commercial building?
BMS installation costs vary significantly based on building size, number of controlled points, and the complexity of existing plant. A small office fit-out with 20-30 fan coil units might range from £15,000–£40,000. A multi-floor commercial building with AHUs, chillers, and boilers could range from £80,000–£300,000+. Alpha Controls provides free site surveys and detailed fixed-price quotations.
Can a BMS be integrated with an existing HVAC system?
Yes. In most cases, existing HVAC equipment can be integrated into a new or upgraded BMS without replacing the plant itself. Alpha Controls carries out BMS retrofits by installing new DDC controllers, sensors, and actuators alongside existing equipment, then commissioning the complete system. This approach typically delivers energy savings of 15–30% without capital plant replacement costs.
What is the difference between a BMS and a BEMS?
A Building Management System (BMS) focuses on controlling mechanical and electrical systems to maintain comfort and function. A Building Energy Management System (BEMS) is a BMS with particular emphasis on energy monitoring, reporting, and optimisation — including sub-metering, trend logging, and carbon reporting. In practice the terms are often used interchangeably, and most modern BMS platforms include full BEMS functionality. Alpha Controls delivers both.
How long does a BMS installation take?
A small office BMS installation with 20–30 fan coil units typically takes 2–4 weeks. A full commercial building project with AHUs, chillers, boilers, and energy metering can take 8–20 weeks depending on access arrangements and programme constraints. Alpha Controls works around occupied buildings and coordinates closely with main contractors and facilities teams.
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