For over 50 years, Timberlake ENGINEERING has been the trusted partner for practical, efficient engineering solutions across Columbia and nationwide. As a proud Custom Engineering Company, our mission...
For over 50 years, Timberlake ENGINEERING has been the trusted partner for practical, efficient engineering solutions across Columbia and nationwide. As a proud Custom Engineering Company, our mission is to exceed your expectations at every opportunity. We don't just design buildings; we build lasting relationships by listening to your needs, offering expert guidance, and following through from design to occupancy. Whether you're a building owner, architect, or contractor, you'll find a responsive team committed to quality, sustainability, and your project's success. Our recent acquisition by Custom Engineering only strengthens our ability to deliver the same high-quality, personal service y...
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HVAC Engineering
Proper heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) design is the cornerstone of any healthy, comfortable, and productive indoor environment. At Timberlake ENGINEERING, we specialize in creating HVAC systems that are both efficient and reliable for a diverse range of building types, including skyscrapers, schools, restaurants, industrial facilities, and even marine environments like aquariums. Our approach begins with a thorough analysis of your building's unique needs, occupancy patterns,...
Proper heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) design is the cornerstone of any healthy, comfortable, and productive indoor environment. At Timberlake ENGINEERING, we specialize in creating HVAC systems that are both efficient and reliable for a diverse range of building types, including skyscrapers, schools, restaurants, industrial facilities, and even marine environments like aquariums. Our approach begins with a thorough analysis of your building's unique needs, occupancy patterns, and energy goals. We then design a custom system that ensures proper air quality, temperature control, and humidity management while minimizing energy consumption and operational costs. Our team uses the latest software and follows strict industry standards (including ASHRAE guidelines) to deliver designs that integrate seamlessly with other building systems. Whether you need a new system for a ground-up construction project or a retrofit for an existing building, we work closely with architects, contractors, and owners to ensure every detail is accounted for. From load calculations and equipment selection to ductwork layout and control strategies, we provide practical, code-compliant solutions. By choosing Timberlake ENGINEERING for your HVAC needs, you gain a partner committed to creating spaces that are not just comfortable, but healthy and sustainable. We are known for our responsiveness and ability to troubleshoot complex challenges, ensuring your HVAC system performs flawlessly for years to come. Let us help you breathe easier with an HVAC design that sets the standard for excellence in Columbia and beyond.
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Electrical Engineering
Modern buildings depend on safe, efficient, and intelligent electrical systems. Timberlake ENGINEERING offers comprehensive electrical engineering services that cover everything from power distribution and lighting design to fire alarm systems and emergency backup power. Our experienced team understands that a well-designed electrical system not only powers your daily operations but also enhances safety, reduces energy waste, and supports future technology upgrades. We work with commercial, educ...
Modern buildings depend on safe, efficient, and intelligent electrical systems. Timberlake ENGINEERING offers comprehensive electrical engineering services that cover everything from power distribution and lighting design to fire alarm systems and emergency backup power. Our experienced team understands that a well-designed electrical system not only powers your daily operations but also enhances safety, reduces energy waste, and supports future technology upgrades. We work with commercial, educational, healthcare, and industrial clients to develop custom electrical solutions that meet strict codes (including NFPA standards) and your specific operational needs. Our process begins with a detailed assessment of your power requirements, followed by the creation of single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and complete construction documents. We pay special attention to lighting design, balancing aesthetics with energy efficiency using LED technology and daylight harvesting strategies. For facilities requiring specialized systems, we design robust fire alarm, security, and communications cabling infrastructures. We also provide arc flash studies, load analysis, and coordination with utility providers to ensure reliable service. Whether you need a complete electrical system for a new building or an upgrade to an outdated facility, our team delivers practical, cost-effective designs. We are proud to be members of the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), staying at the forefront of lighting innovation. Choose Timberlake ENGINEERING for electrical engineering that powers your success safely and efficiently.
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Plumbing Engineering
Effective plumbing engineering is essential for public health, safety, and building functionality. Timberlake ENGINEERING provides expert plumbing system design for a wide array of facilities, including restaurants, healthcare centers, schools, offices, and residential buildings. Our services encompass domestic cold and hot water systems, sanitary drainage, venting, stormwater management, and natural gas piping. We prioritize water conservation and efficiency, incorporating low-flow fixtures, gr...
Effective plumbing engineering is essential for public health, safety, and building functionality. Timberlake ENGINEERING provides expert plumbing system design for a wide array of facilities, including restaurants, healthcare centers, schools, offices, and residential buildings. Our services encompass domestic cold and hot water systems, sanitary drainage, venting, stormwater management, and natural gas piping. We prioritize water conservation and efficiency, incorporating low-flow fixtures, greywater recycling, and rainwater harvesting where feasible. Our team works diligently to design systems that prevent cross-contamination, maintain adequate water pressure, and ensure reliable drainage—all while adhering to local plumbing codes and the International Plumbing Code. We collaborate closely with architects and other engineering disciplines to integrate plumbing systems without conflicts. For commercial kitchens and restaurants, we design specialized grease interceptors and high-temperature water systems. In healthcare settings, we focus on infection control and redundancy. Our process includes detailed riser diagrams, isometric drawings, and fixture schedules. We also offer existing system evaluations and retrofits to improve performance or replace aging infrastructure. With Timberlake ENGINEERING, you receive not just code-compliant designs but practical, maintainable systems. Our commitment to follow-through during construction and occupancy means we are there for you from concept to completion. For plumbing engineering that protects your property and your occupants, trust our decades of experience.
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HVAC engineer
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning design shapes how comfortable, healthy, and productive a building feels. We design HVAC systems for buildings ranging from schools and restaurants to industrial facilities and large commercial towers. We start by studying how your building is used, its occupancy patterns, and your energy goals, then build a system that controls air quality, temperature, and humidity while keeping operating costs in check. Whether you are starting a new build or retrofit...
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning design shapes how comfortable, healthy, and productive a building feels. We design HVAC systems for buildings ranging from schools and restaurants to industrial facilities and large commercial towers. We start by studying how your building is used, its occupancy patterns, and your energy goals, then build a system that controls air quality, temperature, and humidity while keeping operating costs in check. Whether you are starting a new build or retrofitting an existing space, we coordinate closely with architects and contractors so ductwork, equipment, and controls all fit together. Reach out to talk through what your project needs.
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Electrical engineering services in Columbia
Our electrical engineering work covers power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm systems, and emergency backup power. Each project begins with an assessment of your power needs, followed by single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and complete construction documents. We design lighting with LED technology and daylight strategies so spaces look good and use less energy. For facilities that need specialized systems, we plan fire alarm, security, and communications cabling, and we handle arc fl...
Our electrical engineering work covers power distribution, lighting design, fire alarm systems, and emergency backup power. Each project begins with an assessment of your power needs, followed by single-line diagrams, panel schedules, and complete construction documents. We design lighting with LED technology and daylight strategies so spaces look good and use less energy. For facilities that need specialized systems, we plan fire alarm, security, and communications cabling, and we handle arc flash studies and load analysis. Whether you are building new or upgrading an aging facility, we deliver practical designs that meet NFPA standards and your operational needs.
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Plumbing engineer in Columbia
Plumbing design affects public health, safety, and day-to-day function, and we take that seriously. We design domestic water, sanitary drainage, venting, stormwater, and natural gas systems for restaurants, clinics, schools, offices, and homes. Water conservation is built in, from low-flow fixtures to greywater and rainwater options where they make sense. Commercial kitchens get grease interceptors and high-temperature water systems, and healthcare projects get attention to infection control and...
Plumbing design affects public health, safety, and day-to-day function, and we take that seriously. We design domestic water, sanitary drainage, venting, stormwater, and natural gas systems for restaurants, clinics, schools, offices, and homes. Water conservation is built in, from low-flow fixtures to greywater and rainwater options where they make sense. Commercial kitchens get grease interceptors and high-temperature water systems, and healthcare projects get attention to infection control and system redundancy. We deliver riser diagrams, isometrics, and fixture schedules, and we can evaluate existing systems and plan retrofits when older infrastructure needs replacing.
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LEED consulting services
LEED consulting helps a project plan for the sustainability credits the LEED rating system measures. Our team works with owners, architects, and contractors early in design to identify which credits are realistic for your building, then tracks the engineering decisions that support them, such as energy performance, water use, indoor air quality, and materials. We bring a background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design, so sustainability goals are tied to the systems that will actually...
LEED consulting helps a project plan for the sustainability credits the LEED rating system measures. Our team works with owners, architects, and contractors early in design to identify which credits are realistic for your building, then tracks the engineering decisions that support them, such as energy performance, water use, indoor air quality, and materials. We bring a background in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing design, so sustainability goals are tied to the systems that will actually be built. If you are considering LEED for a new or renovated building in Columbia, contact us to discuss how it could fit your schedule and budget.
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Commissioning services in Columbia
Commissioning is the process of checking that a building's systems perform the way they were designed to. We review design intent, verify installation against specifications, and test equipment and controls once the work is in place. We work alongside contractors and owners to document issues, track corrections, and confirm that heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems operate as intended before occupancy. Good commissioning prevents costly problems later and helps the building run as...
Commissioning is the process of checking that a building's systems perform the way they were designed to. We review design intent, verify installation against specifications, and test equipment and controls once the work is in place. We work alongside contractors and owners to document issues, track corrections, and confirm that heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing systems operate as intended before occupancy. Good commissioning prevents costly problems later and helps the building run as planned from day one. If you have an upcoming project in Columbia, reach out and we can discuss how commissioning would fit into your timeline.
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MEP engineering firm in Columbia
We provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering under one roof, so the systems that make a building work are designed together rather than in separate silos. Our team coordinates HVAC, power and lighting, and water and drainage from the earliest stages through construction documents and occupancy. That coordination reduces conflicts in the field and keeps the project moving. We have experience across commercial, educational, healthcare, and industrial work. Whether you are an owner,...
We provide mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering under one roof, so the systems that make a building work are designed together rather than in separate silos. Our team coordinates HVAC, power and lighting, and water and drainage from the earliest stages through construction documents and occupancy. That coordination reduces conflicts in the field and keeps the project moving. We have experience across commercial, educational, healthcare, and industrial work. Whether you are an owner, architect, or contractor in Columbia, we are glad to talk through how an integrated engineering team can support your project.
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Energy efficiency engineer in Columbia
Energy efficiency starts with understanding how a building actually uses power, heat, and water. We analyze your systems and operating patterns, then recommend changes that lower consumption without sacrificing comfort or code compliance. Our work includes efficient HVAC design and controls, LED lighting with daylight harvesting, low-flow plumbing fixtures, and load analysis for electrical systems. We design for lower operating costs over the life of the building, not just the lowest first cost....
Energy efficiency starts with understanding how a building actually uses power, heat, and water. We analyze your systems and operating patterns, then recommend changes that lower consumption without sacrificing comfort or code compliance. Our work includes efficient HVAC design and controls, LED lighting with daylight harvesting, low-flow plumbing fixtures, and load analysis for electrical systems. We design for lower operating costs over the life of the building, not just the lowest first cost. If you want to reduce energy use in a new or existing building in Columbia, we can review your goals and suggest practical options.
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Retro-commissioning services
Retro-commissioning looks at building systems that are already in operation and brings them back to good performance. Over time, controls drift, equipment settings change, and systems stop working the way they were designed to. We review the existing HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, test how they perform, and identify adjustments and repairs that will improve comfort and reduce energy waste. We then document the findings and recommended fixes so your facility team can follow through. If a...
Retro-commissioning looks at building systems that are already in operation and brings them back to good performance. Over time, controls drift, equipment settings change, and systems stop working the way they were designed to. We review the existing HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems, test how they perform, and identify adjustments and repairs that will improve comfort and reduce energy waste. We then document the findings and recommended fixes so your facility team can follow through. If an older building in Columbia is underperforming, contact us to discuss what a retro-commissioning review would involve.
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For over 50 years, Timberlake ENGINEERING has been the trusted partner for practical, efficient engineering solutions across Columbia and nationwide. As a proud Custom Engineering Company, our mission is to exceed your expectations at every opportunity. We don't just design buildings; we build lasting relationships by listening to your needs, offering expert guidance, and following through from design to occupancy. Whether you're a building owner, architect, or contractor, you'll find a responsive team committed to quality, sustainability, and your project's success. Our recent acquisition by Custom Engineering only strengthens our ability to deliver the same high-quality, personal service you've come to expect. We are proud to be a 2015 Columbia Business Times Top of the Town Award Winner for 'Top Engineer' and an active member of USGBC, NFPA, IES, and DBIA. Choose Timberlake ENGINEERING for a partner who cares as much about your vision as you do.