ENERGY STAR Labeled Building Profile

Williamston Free Methodist Church
4400 N. Williamston Road
Williamston, MI 48895
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Williamston Free Methodist Church was founded in 1875, and our first building was built in 1908. We built part of our current facility in 1978 and added to and remodeled the remaining structure in 2005. The current church is a 29,226-square-foot, electric and natural gas facility that is served by Detroit Edison and Consumers Power. According to property manager and church member Mr. Brian Derke, the facility benefits from its brick siding and interior design, which help keep the building cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

During remodeling, additional insulation was installed which helps minimize the amount of heat and cold absorbed into the building from the outside. Mr. Derke adds, "Our church leaders are responsible for setting programable theromstats and turning off the HVAC units when not in use. Sensor lights are adjusted to turn on only when the specific rooms are used. Energy efficient bulbs are installed throughout the facility."

The Church has its heating and air-conditioning system serviced regularly with air filters changed every bi-annually to maintain efficiency, which will also extend the life of the equipment--another aspect of stewardship.

Communications:

Unavailable

Testimonial:

"We believe God honors people who are great stewards of the resources he has blessed us with. By being more efficient within our facilities, we can maximize the resources needed to reach our community with God's love."
-- David Krueger, Associate Pastor, Williamston Free Methodist Church

Please note: Narrative information in this profile has been provided by Williamston Free Methodist Church or a representative of this facility. Other building information was verified and submitted to EPA at the time of application. Building energy performance, operating characteristics, and ownership/management may be subject to change over time.

Building Owner:*
Williamston Free Methodist Church

Property Manager:*
Williamston Free Methodist Church

Year(s) Labeled (Rating):
2009 (79)

Facility Type: House of Worship

Total Floorspace: 29226 sf

Year Constructed: 2005

Contract Type: None

Technologies Used:

   Stage 1-Recommissioning
    + Adjust Dampers
    + Air Systems Tune-up (including Ventilation)
    + Calibrate Thermostats
    + EMS Audit
    + Reset Automated Controls (i.e. Lighting Timers)
   Stage 2-Lighting
    + Compact Fluorescents
    + Electronic Ballasts
    + LED Exit Signs
    + Occupancy Sensors
    + Perimeter Daylight Controls
    + Planned Lighting Maintenance Program
    + T8 or T5 Lamps
   Stage 3-Load Reductions
    + High Performance Windows
    + Increased Duct Insulation in Older Buildings
    + Upgrade Roof Insulation
    + Upgrade Wall Insulation
   Stage 4-Fan Systems
    + Install Programmable Thermostats
   Stage 5-Heating and Cooling Plant
    + Dedicated Systems
    + District Heating and Cooling
    + High Efficiency Furnaces
   Other Technologies/Strategies
    + Water Saving Toilets

For More Info:
David Krueger
Administrative Pastor
Williamston, MI 48895
517-655-3668
david.krueger@williamstonfmc.org