Facility teams are stretched thin. Equipment is aging. Energy costs keep climbing. And many owners find themselves reacting to problems rather than preventing them. That’s the reality we hear from operations leaders every day. At Schmidt Associates, it’s why we’ve partnered with Waypoint Strategies to change the equation.

Our teams work together to align facility maintenance and energy performance, helping owners regain control, protect their investments, and ultimately save money. Because the truth is: The cost of doing nothing is higher than acting now.

The Connection Too Often Overlooked

Most organizations treat energy upgrades and maintenance as separate initiatives. Capital planning goes down one path. Facility upkeep follows another. But real performance doesn’t work in silos—buildings operate as integrated systems. And if those systems aren’t maintained, even the best energy improvements will break down over time.

Aging, inefficient equipment consumes more energy. But the reverse is also true: new, high-performance systems can quickly become energy hogs if not properly maintained and controlled. Without a strategy in place, small overrides, forgotten settings, or missed service intervals can quietly erase efficiency gains and shorten equipment life.

That’s why a one-time fix or energy project is never enough. To make those fixes stick, you need a long-term, proactive plan. As our teams often say: “It’s not just one side. It’s a framework.”

Two Services, One Strategic Path

Schmidt Associates and Waypoint Strategies approach every facility from both sides of the equation:

• Facilities assessments identify what is aging, underperforming, or nearing failure.
• Energy audits uncover inefficiencies and recommend cost-saving improvements.

Then we align those insights to create a unified, prioritized roadmap—designed to protect both your systems and your budget. We’re not just solving today’s problems. We’re helping you build the structure to keep those solutions in place for years to come.

Proactive Beats Reactive: At a Glance

The data backs this up. Organizations that implemented planned maintenance strategies experienced:

Sources: National Library of Medicine, ResearchGate

Why It Pays to Plan

When maintenance and energy strategies are combined, the savings compound. Owners who invest in retro-commissioning—a deep tune-up of existing systems—typically see 5 to 15 percent reductions in energy costs, with return on investment in under two years. In one project with MSD of Wayne Township, Schmidt Associates helped deliver $57,500 in annual energy savings, with 100 percent of implementation costs covered by utility incentives.

But those savings only last if the enhancements are preserved. That’s where proactive maintenance makes the difference. Our Energy Services team has helped clients secure more than $5 million in utility rebates and incentives. Just as important, our combined approach helps protect those savings through a maintenance playbook that ensures changes stay in place, systems perform as designed, and buildings remain efficient year after year.

Learn how we help owners cut costs and boost performance.

It’s Not Just a Fix. It’s a Framework.

We don’t offer quick fixes or temporary gains. We help owners build a foundation for long-term performance. By aligning energy insights with a strong facility maintenance strategy, our teams give you the structure, support, and foresight to extend system life and control future costs. Together, Waypoint Strategies and Schmidt Associates offer a smarter way forward—one that helps your building work better for the people it serves.

Ready to Take the First Step?

Schedule a conversation to learn how Schmidt Associates’ integrated energy and facility strategies can help you reduce costs, protect your investments, and plan with confidence.