College HVAC Renovation – Norwich, CT
HVAC ductwork replacement and air balancing for a college renovation project.
Advanced Sheetmetal and Mechanical completed HVAC ductwork replacement and system balancing for a college renovation in Norwich, CT. The project supported an interior upgrade to administrative and advising spaces within an active academic building. ASM’s team managed installation sequencing and prefabrication to meet the school’s summer construction schedule with no disruption to campus operations.
Project Summary
Client: State Higher Education Institution
Project: Guided Pathway Advisors (GPA) Renovation – Norwich, CT
Scope: Demolition and replacement of duct systems supporting a renovated advising and administrative suite within the main academic building.
HVAC: Furnished and installed new galvanized ductwork, diffusers, and grilles; provided duct insulation and testing and balancing. Work was performed during normal business hours under prevailing-wage compliance.
Overview
Advanced Sheetmetal and Mechanical delivered HVAC construction services for an interior renovation project at a state community college in Norwich, CT. The project supported the Guided Pathway Advisors suite — an administrative and student-support area upgraded with new ventilation systems and air distribution to meet current comfort and efficiency standards.
ASM’s team furnished and installed galvanized ductwork, registers, grilles, and insulation, replacing aging air systems within the occupied facility. Coordination was maintained with other trades and campus facilities to ensure clean, efficient installation with minimal disruption to college operations.
Project Challenges & Solutions
Work was performed during the summer session to avoid disrupting ongoing classes. ASM sequenced duct installation by zone and utilized prefabricated sections to accelerate turnover before the semester start, coordinating closely with electrical and fire protection teams to maintain tight renovation sequencing.
Project Results
The project was completed on time and balanced to design airflows, allowing the college to occupy the renovated suite before fall registration. Final TAB testing verified system performance met design criteria on the first test.
Scope of Work
- Removed existing duct systems and diffusers.
- Furnished and installed new galvanized supply and return ductwork.
- Installed registers, grilles, diffusers, and insulation.
- Completed testing and balancing per specification.
- Coordinated closely with other trades under campus access requirements.
Project Highlights
| Client | State Higher Education Institution |
| Location | Norwich, CT |
| Trades | HVAC (Sheetmetal) |
| Year of Completion | 2025 |
| Project Size | Administrative suite renovation (~3,000 SF) |