HVAC and electricity: the expense that can ruin your leisure park project (and how to avoid it)

When embarking on the opening of an amusement park, the first topics that often come to mind are the games, the customer experience, or even communication. But behind the enthusiasm and creativity lies a technical aspect that is often underestimated (and yet crucial): the HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) system and the electrical installation .

These are the two spending categories where budget overruns are most frequent! 

At Storkeo , we support hundreds of project leaders in the leisure sector every year. And all too often, we see the same mistakes repeated: well-conceived projects, but poorly prepared from a technical standpoint.

The result? Quotes that cannot be compared, difficulties in choosing the right service provider, budgets that explode along the way, delays… and sometimes even projects that do not come to fruition at all, simply because technical aspects such as HVAC and electricity were not properly anticipated from the outset.

Why is this position so critical?

The HVAC and electrical systems form the invisible skeleton of your building. Their role is to guarantee thermal comfort, safety, compliance with standards, and of course, the long-term viability of the space. Unlike other, more visible elements (decoration, furniture, entertainment), these systems leave no room for improvisation.

…and why is it impossible to encrypt blindly?

The cost of an HVAC or electrical system depends on many specific parameters :

• The exact area to be equipped
• The building materials used
• The applicable standards (which may vary from one region or use to another)
• The specific constraints of the building (ceiling height, natural ventilation, exposure, etc.)

👉 Without a technical study, you are proceeding in the dark, and each craftsman will offer his own interpretation.

The technical study: your best ally

Hiring a specialized engineering firm to conduct an HVAC and electrical study is not a luxury. It guarantees clarity and expertise .
This allows you to obtain:

• A clear vision of your building's real needs
• Precise technical plans to be sent to companies
• A realistic budget , based on concrete data

This is especially essential for projects over 1,000 m² , but it can also prove useful whenever there are significant interior design challenges (air-conditioned areas, kitchen, changing rooms, activity rooms, etc.).

💡 Good to know : when the construction site is handed over, if you use a building control office, these technical documents will be the first ones requested. It is therefore essential to produce them before work begins.

A good study, a good file… for good quotes

Once the study is completed, the next step is to launch the consultation with companies .
And here, everything depends on the quality of the Tender Documents (Tender Documents) .

A good SBC is:

• A clear and complete
• The same information was provided to each company consulted.
• constraints and objectives
  

The result: comparable, transparent quotes and reduced margins of error. This prevents unpleasant surprises during construction, saves you time analyzing bids, and protects you from a contractual perspective.

What Storkeo offers you

At Storkeo, we've seen too many projects fail due to a lack of foresight regarding these technical issues. That's why we've developed a customized support program to help you navigate this crucial phase flawlessly.

Specifically, we support you in three areas:

• The technical study , in conjunction with qualified engineering firms
• Drafting the Tender Documents
• Centralizing and analyzing quotes to help you choose the right service providers

Our goal: to enable you to start your work under the best conditions, without delays or budget overruns .

The HVAC system and electrical systems are not secondary details of your project: they are technical pillars . Neglecting them or addressing them too late risks jeopardizing your entire project.

By anticipating, surrounding yourself with the right experts, and building a solid technical file, you not only save time… but above all, you gain peace of mind .

Do you have a park project in mind? Let's talk about it.