Customer-first solutions for Building Automation Controls
Smart Building Solutions
Combining Building Automation, Energy Management, and System Integration, we deliver end-to-end solutions that make buildings smarter, greener, and more efficient. Our expertise integrates HVAC, lighting, and energy systems, helping clients reduce costs and improve sustainability while creating healthier, comfortable environments for occupants.
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User-Friendly Control Interfaces
Our Customized Graphical User Interface (GUI) Design makes it simple for users to monitor and control building systems. These intuitive, visually engaging interfaces are tailored to each facility, ensuring seamless interaction and easy access to critical data.
Proactive System Support & Maintenance
Our Remote Monitoring, Preventive Maintenance Programs, and 24/7 Support Services ensure your systems operate smoothly around the clock. By identifying and addressing issues early, we help you avoid costly downtime and maintain peak performance, so you can focus on what matters most.
Expert Consulting & Strategic Planning
Our Consulting Services guide you through every phase, from design and system selection to implementation and long-term strategy. Our experts work closely with clients to identify needs, advise on the latest technology, and ensure seamless integration, maximizing the return on your building investments.
Years Established
Completed Projects
Specific Services for Your Specific Needs
Let’s build something together.
Consultation & Advice
We are specialists in Direct Digital Control Systems.
We will consult with your building designers about solutions for measuring environmental conditions and come up with a custom solution.
Interface Design
Our designers will build a custom user interface to suit your needs and branding specifications.
Installation Services
Once the plan is in place our expert team will install your system.
System Support
Your long-term success is our long-term success.
Our services and support have helped complex buildings save energy, cut unnecessary system costs, and make building occupants healthy and happy for over 20 years.
•Ongoing system and schedule adjustments
•Hardware verification
•Alarm monitoring
•Graphics updates
•Trend log reports
•Programming updates.
Maintenance Programs
Whether it’s a seasonal inspection or a comprehensive preventive maintenance program, we can create schedules that feel as simple as your first morning cup of coffee.
• Peace-Of-Mind with our 24-hour service, friendly tech team, and easily accessed expertise.
• Lower Energy Costs by identifying and correcting inefficient equipment operation.
• Extended Equipment Life when we ensure your equipment is operating efficiently and sustainably.
• Enjoy Building Comfort, and let your occupants experience it too, as we identify and correct ineffective system operations within your unique building envelope.
• Reduce Downtime (the bad kind) by identifying equipment maintenance issues early… and increase your personal downtime (the good kind).
About Us
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: to empower buildings to work smarter. By integrating cutting-edge technology with exceptional service, we help clients achieve optimal performance, lower energy costs, and create comfortable, sustainable environments.
Who We Are
At Kerr Controls Inc., we are industry leaders in building automation, providing customized, high-performance solutions that enhance the functionality, efficiency, and sustainability of commercial and institutional spaces. Our team has built a reputation for excellence, innovation, and a commitment to our clients’ success.
Latest Projects
Pexixsen Elementary School & Centre Mountain Lellum Middle School
Kerr Controls installed internet‐connected building automation control systems in the elementary school, middle school, and central plant to automate the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, and monitor energy consumption.
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Crystal Pool Design & Build
Kerr Controls was proud to be a part of the design-build team (led by Playsted Sheet Metal) for the Victoria Crystal Pool HVAC System Upgrade project.
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District of North Vancouver Operations Building
Collaborated with the client’s engineering consultant to refine the sequence of operations and implement efficient strategies for controlling the building.
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Pexixsen Elementary School & Centre Mountain Lellum Middle School
2023-2024
Kerr Controls installed internet‐connected building automation control systems in the elementary school, middle school, and central plant to automate the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment, and monitor energy consumption.
The scope included: programming the system software, and creating a graphic user interface.
Project Overview:
The PEXISEN Elementary and Centre Lellum Middle Schools project was completed in January 2023.The high level of collaboration between School District 62, the general contractor, trades, and engineers was a major contributing factor to the success of the project.
The two schools and central boiler plant were built simultaneously on a large site at 3090 & 3100 Constellation Drive near Westshore Parkway in Langford. The total construction budget was approximately $88.6 million, and the project was targeted to be built to LEED Gold standards with a focus on energy efficiency.
Work began in the spring of 2020 and the 45,200 square foot elementary school with a capacity of 500 students opened in September of 2022. The 68,300 square foot middle school with a capacity of 700 students opened in January 2023.
The attractive architectural design of the schools incorporates many of the surrounding natural elements, such as wood finishes, natural light, and views to the outdoors. To ensure easy access to all areas, features such as elevators, dedicated parking, and gentle outdoor slopes were included in the design. To provide additional value to the community the elementary school includes a Community Learning Centre and space for childcare.
Numerous features were incorporated to maximize the energy efficiency of the schools, including solar energy, geothermal systems, and a sophisticated building automation system. Photovoltaic panels on the roof are expected to provide 5% of the schools’ energy needs. Geothermal systems installed under the school playing fields will provide efficient heating and cooling, and electric backup boilers help minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
The state‐of‐the‐art building automation systems installed by Kerr Controls harnesses modern technology and advanced energy management strategies to optimize energy efficiency while maintaining a comfortable learning environment.
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Crystal Pool Design & Build
2021
Kerr Controls was proud to be a part of the design-build team (led by Playsted Sheet Metal) for the Victoria Crystal Pool HVAC System Upgrade project.
Project Partners:
Playsted Sheet Metal – mechanical equipment
Rocky Point Engineering – engineering services
Kerr Controls – Controls
Our Role:
In 2021 Kerr Controls implemented a Reliable Controls web-enabled building automation system for this building. This ensures that the facility operates with optimum energy efficiency while ensuring comfort for all occupants.
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District of North Vancouver Operations Building
A challenging building envelope contributed to consistent occupant discomfort.
Building temperatures were difficult to control. Radiators are located on the central interior of the building rather than the perimeter walls. Additionally, the building has lots of windows – spaces around them would be too hot/cold depending on the outdoor temperatures. If one area of the building required heating or cooling, all areas of the building would be affected, leading to further issues.
There was no data available to calculate potential energy savings that could come from retrofitting the controls system. However, it was clear that the building equipment was running too much in order to compensate for the building envelope.
Project Goals:
Reduce Energy Use
Improve occupant comfort
Quantify comfort improvements & enable data collection
Our Solutions
Collaborated with the client’s engineering consultant to refine the sequence of operations and implement efficient strategies for controlling the building.
Installed more occupancy sensors, and switches on garage doors so that the gas heating will not operate when doors are open.
Carefully controlling building pressure to keep it close to neutral and minimize leakage of hot/cool air so the building doesn’t suck cold air in or lose heat.
Implemented a programming strategy which lowered the supply water temperature setpoint while also maintaining comfort, reducing the frequency of adjustments to match fluctuating outdoor air temperatures, and lowering building energy usage.
Performed post-project continuous optimization/commissioning to see where operating efficiency could be further improved (ie. identify and eliminate unnecessary heating/cooling).
Client Satisfaction:
All three objectives were met & exceeded client expectations with very minimal disruption to the occupants.
Overall comfort was significantly improved. Notably, the improvements were achieved solely by enabling control of the existing mechanical equipment. No changes to mechanical or HVAC equipment were made.
Some occupants were given personal heaters and air conditioners for their spaces to provide additional levels of control in some of the spaces that were exceptionally difficult to control.
Data that is now being collected by the BAS will be used to design future mechanical upgrades.
Energy savings:
Natural gas consumption: Decreased by 25%
Electricity consumption: Decreased by 25%*
* A lighting retrofit project was also completed in 2019. Data was not available to quantify the amount of savings to attribute to each initiative, so this total includes savings from both projects.
Why Choose Us?
Proven Expertise
Our team’s depth of experience and technical know-how mean we deliver reliable, high-quality solutions that stand the test of time.
Client-Focused Approach
We believe in forming lasting partnerships with our clients, providing personalized service from initial consultation to ongoing support.
Innovative Solutions
We stay at the forefront of technology, using the latest advancements in building automation to meet and exceed industry standards.
Our Team Our team is composed of dedicated experts, from programmers and designers to project managers, skilled technicians, and support specialists. Together, we bring the skills, creativity, and commitment needed to deliver exceptional results on every project.
Client Testimonials
“We’re wrapping up our third project in almost a year – a control upgrade at Ops Centre. It’s working so much better, and we’re already seeing dramatic savings: 40% over the summer. Mike and the crew literally moved in and got to know the people at the building; they have a real sense of ownership. They’ve been super responsive. The people on site are fantastic, and the programmers on the Island will make a change immediately. They’re earning me so much good will! I’ve made promises and they’ve made them all come true. They’ve been spectacular. I hope to work with them again, right away.”
“We began working with Kerr Controls a couple of years ago and the professionalism and quality of their staff and work has meant we keep coming back. With a recent controls upgrade, we are seeing some excellent energy savings: 25% month on month when compared to last years consumption. Chad and his crew worked around the challenges we faced and were ready to move when we had our approvals. We look forward to building our partnership over the coming years.”
“Since the introduction, set up and running of the DDC program here at Sussex Place, Kerr Controls has been an integral part of its success. The operation, management and resources provided by Kerr Controls have been most excellent. Their approach, professionalism, knowledge and response time continue to be the most valuable tools for a client.”
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Victoria
5-6782 Veyaness Road,
Saanichton, BC
V8M 2C2
250-655-0145
Vancouver
105-4238 Lozells Avenue,
Burnaby, BC
V5A 0C4