Your building is talking… are you listening?
Every commercial building has a rhythm; peaks of activity, quiet lulls and long stretches where no one is inside. But even in the empty hours, most buildings continue to consume energy at surprising levels. This is where the hidden cost of idle buildings begins to add up. Studies show that up to 30% of a building’s total energy use is wasted when the space is unoccupied.
At Tyrrell Analytics, we help you uncover the hidden patterns behind your building’s energy waste – addressing the hidden cost of idle buildings and turning overlooked consumption into measurable savings.
Unmasking the most common culprits behind the hidden cost of idle buildings
1. Idle systems running after hours
HVAC systems, lighting, large printers, vending machines, monitors, and IT equipment often continue draining power long after staff have gone home. These small loads are a major contributor to the hidden cost of idle buildings, especially across large estates.
2. Forgotten Schedules
HVAC systems heating or cooling empty rooms. Lighting schedules left unchanged after seasonal shifts. Ventilation running at full capacity overnight.
These oversights are common and can be costly.
3. Silent inefficiencies and leaks
A malfunctioning sensor. A stuck valve. A constantly operating fan.
Tiny faults can quietly drain thousands of pounds a year if they’re not monitored.
Why do small insights matter?
With rising energy prices, tighter sustainability targets, and increased pressure to reduce operational costs, organisations can’t afford to ignore what their buildings are doing when no one is watching.
How Tyrrell Analytics helps you take control
Tyrrell Analytics gives you a clear, real-time view of how your building behaves, helping you pinpoint and reduce the hidden cost of idle buildings. You don’t need a major retrofit or a long-term project to start reducing waste – you just need actionable data insights.
Our platform highlights:
• After‑hours energy spikes
• Anomalies that indicate faults or leaks
• Unexpected sensor delays
• Inefficient schedules and setpoints
• Opportunities for immediate savings
The impact: fast wins, long‑term savings
Most organisations see measurable reductions within days of using Tyrrell Analytics.
By identifying and correcting idle systems alone, many buildings recover thousands of pounds per year.
It’s one of the simplest, fastest ways to improve building performance, reduce operational waste and save money and energy.
Contact us today to discover how our insights could save you thousands in 2026
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