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FAQ'S

Frequently Asked Questions

Are you into the installation of HVAC units?

NY Engineers is an MEP Engineering company and do not get involved in installation but can suggest some contacts from your state to you.

Do you specify a specific HVAC system?

Yes, we specify an HVAC system (hot water system, cold water system, split system, etc.) depending on the requirements and availability.

Do you design mechanical riser diagrams?

Yes, we design riser diagrams. Click here to know more.

Can you design a sub-slab-depressurization system?

Yes, please visit our services page to know more.

Will you be able to check the indoor air quality of my project?

No, this is not a service NY Engineers provide. Please connect with a local agency to check the indoor air quality of your property.

Do you help franchises to design HVAC systems?

Yes, we design and work with franchise to develop prototypes. Know more about our previous franchise design work here.

My AC is not working, can you help?

Please connect with the manufacturer or installer to resolve this problem.

Can you design a ventilation system for my building?

Yes, we design ventilation systems for commercial and residential buildings, to know more click here.

Can you help with the legalization of the existing HVAC unit?

No, this is not a service NY Engineers can help you with.

How many HVAC projects have you completed?

NY Engineers has a team of experts who can design your project efficiently. Last year they have completed about 250 projects in 44 states successfully.

Do you size the heating and cooling systems?

Yes, we size your HVAC systems to save the cost and energy. Know more click here

Can you help in saving energy used for HVAC systems?

Our designs are cost-effective and energy efficient. We have saved energy for buildings by correctly sizing the equipment and following the DOB guidelines.

Can you design a Glycol system?

Yes, know more about Glycol system design here.

Do you consider SEER while designing?

Yes, all our projects are designed as per SEER with minimum acceptable values as decided by AHRI.

Can you design an HVAC system for a commercial kitchen?

Yes, we have designed multiple commercial kitchen projects. You can go over our previous work here.

Can you design a passive house?

Yes, we have designed energy efficient passive house for our customers. Know more click here.

I want to make my building net zero. Can you help?

Yes, we help you to save cost and energy by turning your building into net zero. Please contact us to discuss in detail.

Can you design a chiller for my property?

Yes, to know more visit our services page.

I am looking for a building power plan design. Can you help?

Yes, we design the building power plans for residential and commercial buildings. Click here to know more.

Can you design an emergency generator system?

Yes, we design emergency generator systems for commercial and residential buildings. Visit here to know more about our services.

Are you into the installation of electrical components?

No, please connect with your local installer or contractor.

I am looking for decorative lights for my space. Can you find its power consumption?

This information would be available to you from the manufacturer.

Can you help me with the electric load letter? What is the cost and timeline?

Yes, we provide electric load letter under our on-demand services. A typical load letter would take between 3 to 5 days and $750. To know more about this service, click here.

Do you provide photometric analysis?

Yes, we provide photometric analysis under our on-demand services. To know more about this service, click here.

I am looking for a lighting COMcheck, can you create one?

Yes, we provide lighting COMcheck under our on-demand services. To know more about this service, click here.

Can you design an EV charging station or superchargers for my property?

Yes, we design EV charging stations in residential and commercial buildings across states. Please share your details for us to connect with you here.

I am looking for an electrical riser diagram. Is this in your service?

Yes, we provide electrical riser diagrams under our on-demand services. To know more about this service, click here.

Are you into solar PV system design?

Yes, we design solar PV system for your building. For more information please visit here.

Are your designs IEC compliant?

Yes, all our projects are designed as per the local state code and International Electrical Code (IEC).

Do I need DOB approval for installing an EV charging station?

The DOB approval requirement depends on the location of the installation site. Please contact us to discuss this in detail.

Can you design an electrical system for residential buildings?

Yes, please click here to go over our previous work. Contact us to discuss your existing or upcoming electrical project.

What information do you need to create an electric load letter?

We provide electric load letter under our on-demand service. To get a load letter, please share the architectural floor plan, floor area, and occupancy type with us. More details can be found over here.

Can you help me with the benchmarking?

Yes, we help several property owners and managers with benchmarking services. Please share your details here for one of our team members to get in touch with you.

How can you help if I want to replace gas to electric system?

We help you to convert building system from gas to electric and file an application with the utility company and DOB. Share your details here for one of our team members to connect with you.

I am looking for an energy analysis of my building.

Yes, we help you with an energy analysis. We have an experience of performing Level 1 to 3 modeling. Contact us to know more.

I am looking for a plumbing plan for my property. what is the process to get it?

We have completed multiple residential and commercial projects across states. Please share your contact details here for one of NY Engineers’ representative to connect with you.

How you decide which system is appropriate for my building?

We have a team of experienced engineers who choose the right system for your project based on the project requirements and codes which adhere to the international & local standards.

Which commercial industries you cover for plumbing design?

We design plumbing plans for commercial kitchen, hotels, retail, franchise, office, government, healthcare, etc. View our recent plumbing projects here.

I am looking for a commercial laundry design. Can you help?

Yes, we help in designing commercial laundry. Please share your details here for us to get in touch with you.

Can you help me with new sewer/site connection?

Yes, we design the sewer line that connects your building to the main city line as well as file an application with Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).

Can you design a rain water harvesting system?

Yes, we design a rain water harvesting system for your building. Please share your details here.

Can you provide a gas load letter?

Yes, we create a gas load letter for your property and submit it to the utility company for approval.

Can you provide a plumbing fixture schedule?

Yes, we provide plumbing fixture schedule for all commercial and residential buildings to save your cost.

Are you into installation of plumbing systems?

We help you with designing plumbing systems for your residential and commercial properties.

Can you design a drainage system?

Yes, we design drainage systems for buildings and help with site connection as well as filing to DEP.

Do I need a booster pump for my building?

This depends on multiple factors such as plumbing plan, incoming pressure (PSI), etc. Please share your details here for one of our representatives to get in touch with you.

Are you into plumbing maintenance?

No, we are into plumbing design services. Please connect with local master plumber for maintenance.

Do you design grease interceptor system?

Yes, we design grease interceptors for commercial kitchens. Please contact us to know more about this service.

Can I get tax credits for rainwater harvesting?

This depends on your state’s tax credit scheme. Please connect with your local authorities to know more.

What is a backflow preventer?

A backflow preventer is a plumbing device that allows water movement in one direction, as intended in the plumbing design, blocking off water flow when the downstream pressure is higher. We add backflow preventers in our plumbing design as per the project requirement and local codes.

Can you design a Sewage/ sump pump for my building?

Yes, we design a sump pump for your building. Please share your details for us to connect with you here.

I am facing a water clogging in my basement, can you help?

Please connect with a local master plumber to resolve this issue.

Can you design a gas booster system?

Yes, we design a natural gas booster system for your building. To know more, please visit- our services page.

Can you design systems for stormwater detention/retention/ harvesting?

Yes, please contact us to discuss this in detail.

Can you design medical gas piping?

Yes, we have designed medical gas piping for multiple dental clinics and hospitals. To know more please visit our- plumbing services page

I wish to install a fire protection system in a restaurant kitchen. Do you design them?

Yes, we design fire alarms, fire sprinklers, and Ansul systems for commercial kitchens as per the code requirements and architectural design.

Does my building require a fire protection system?

It is mandatory in some states to install a fire protection system in a building to get an occupancy certificate. We highly recommend installing a fire protection system for residential and commercial buildings for the safety of residents.

Should I install a fire alarm or fire sprinkler?

Fire protection system includes both. We design them as per the location and use. Visit here to know more.

Are your designs as per NFPA?

Yes, we design fire protection systems as per IBC and NFPA.

I received an objection letter from the fire department, can you help?

Yes, clearing fire department objections is one of the services we provide. Please share your details here for one of our representatives to connect with you.

Which type of sprinkler systems you can design?

We design dry, pre-action, clean agent, deluge, and halon systems for a building.

Can you design a fire protection system for IT server rooms and data centers?

Yes, we design fire sprinklers for data centers as per the IFPA guidelines. Visit to view our project portfolio.

Why I should choose NY Engineers to design my building’s fire protection system?

We provide cost-effective fire protection design solutions with the best turnaround time in the industry to keep your buildings safe. Our designs adhere to local state and NFPA codes. Contact us to discuss your project in detail.

Sprinkler in my building is not working, can you check?

Please connect with a local master contractor in your area.

Can you check if my fire protection system is working properly?

Please connect with a local master contractor in your area.

Can you re-design a fire protection system for landmark buildings?

Yes, please contact us to discuss in detail.

Can you design a sprinkler and fire alarm system for a renovation project?

Yes, please visit our project portfolio to know more.

Do you provide a sprinkler system for irrigation?

No, we serve designs for residential and commercial buildings.

What is the area covered by the sprinkler?

This depends on the design and area of the building. Please contact us to discuss in detail.

Does outside weather impact my building’s sprinkler system?

Typically, cold weather impacts the sprinkler system. Snow can freeze the water inside pipes and burst them. That’s why we include a sprinkler dry system in such areas.

Which sprinkler system do you use in a Library, museum, or IT room?

We design pre-action or gas suppression sprinkler systems for the library, museum, and IT rooms.

Do you design a fire hydrant system?

Yes, we design hydrant systems for commercial and residential projects. To know more visit here.

Can you provide hydraulic calculations for my building?

Yes, we provide hydraulic calculations under our on-demand services. Know more about this service here.

Do you follow DOB guidelines?

Yes, our designs adhere to guidelines suggested by the department of buildings (DOB). We are licensed in all 50 states and have a track record of 80% first-time approval.

Are you licensed to design in US states?

Yes, we are licensed to file for permits in all 50 states.

Can you help in removing DOB violations?

Yes, we offer our guidance on removing DOB violations and help you with a faster approval process.

Do you work for both residential and commercial projects?

Yes, we have completed more than 1,000 residential and commercial (retail, commercial kitchen, office spaces, franchises, etc.). You can go over our previous work here.

Do you have contacts of architects and contractors who can help me?

We can suggest architects and contractors in your state. Please note, NY Engineers does not take any responsibility for their work.

Whom should I speak to regarding my project's questions?

You can email us at info@ny-engineers.com or call on .

Which rendering software do you use to design?

We are proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, and Navisworks.

Are you designing in CAD or Revit?

We design projects as per your requirements in CAD (2D) or Revit (3D). We are proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, BIM 360, and Navisworks.

What is the typical turnaround time?

Turnaround time of the project typically depends on the area, location and complexity of the project. A typical 3,000 Sq. Ft. retail space would be around 2-3 weeks. Contact us to know the turnaround time for your project.

How do you price the projects?

We follow the fixed fee structure. The pricing depends on the scope of work involved.

Can you sign and seal my existing drawings?

No. We design the projects for you and help you with value engineering.

Can you review my drawings?

Yes, we can review your drawings as a part of our value engineering and peer review service. To know more click here

My property has a base building Can you still design it?

Yes, we have completed multiple projects where utilities were shared with other tenants.

Which industries do you focus on?

We help you in designing hotels, office spaces, retail, educational, restaurant, non-profit, manufacturing, franchise, etc. To know more click here.

What is your DOB approval success?

We have designed more than 1000 projects till now. 80% projects have received first-time approval from the department of buildings (DOB).

I am not happy with my current MEP Can you help?

Yes, we design the project for you as well as go over the previous designs to review and value add them. Please contact us on to discuss in detail.

Why I should prefer you for my project?

Here are the top 4 reasons to choose NY Engineers:

  • Experience of completing more than 1,000 residential and commercial projects
  • Licensed in all 50 states
  • Shortest turnaround time in the industry
  • Affordable project cost

How can I check your previous work?

Please visit here to check our previous design work

How can you save my energy bill?

We design MEP systems which are cost effective and energy efficient. We do the initial analysis, suggest the measurements to reduce the cost, properly size the equipment and follow the SEER, IBC, and IEC codes to make sure you save the cost on your bills.

Can you help with utility filing?

Yes, we help you in new electric, gas and water utility filing with the utility company. Please visit here to know more.

I am looking for new utility connection. Do you provide this service?

Yes, we create and file an application for you. Share your details for one of our team members to get in touch with you over here- contact us.

What is a Zero change order guarantee?

We design the projects as per the local state and IBC guidelines. The designs are vetted by experienced engineers before submission. That’s why we can assure that their won’t be any change orders on our designs.

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