--- title: Submetering Solutions for Commercial, Industrial and Retail Properties | Tehama Wireless description: Tehama Wireless offers flexible submetering solutions for commercial, industrial, and retail properties, including office buildings, malls, and mixed-use spaces. Our wireless systems provide precise utility usage data for individualized tenant billing, leak detection, and energy management, helping property owners reduce costs, enhance sustainability, and improve tenant satisfaction. --- 1. [ Home ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/) 2. [ Applications ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/applications) 3. Commercial Properties # Submetering Solutions for Commercial, Industrial and Retail Buildings ## Smarter Utility Management for Complex, Multi-Tenant Properties Choosing Tehama Wireless equips your commercial, industrial, or retail property with high-performance submetering solutions designed for flexibility and visibility. Our wireless systems provide precise measurement for individualized billing of water, gas, and electricity, empowering owners, operators, and tenants. Whether managing an office tower, retail plaza, industrial facility, or mixed-use space, Tehama helps reduce overhead, enhance tenant satisfaction, and increase control over resource usage, all while supporting sustainability goals and preserving long-term asset value. [ Request a Demo ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/contact?hsLang=en) ![modern-commercial-high-rise-office-building](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Product%20Pages/Images/modern-commercial-high-rise-office-building.png?width=811&height=541&name=modern-commercial-high-rise-office-building.png) ## Key Challenges in Commercial, Retail, and Industrial Properties **Utility management in commercial, industrial and retail settings presents unique operational and financial challenges:** - **Unpredictable Consumption Patterns:** Different tenant types (e.g., restaurants, manufacturing units, office suites) have vastly different utility demands, making flat-rate billing inaccurate and unfair. - **Shared Infrastructure and Limited Visibility:** Without submetering, utility costs are often blended across tenants, creating disputes and discouraging conservation. - **High Operating Costs:** Rising utility rates—especially in energy-intensive or multi-use facilities—can erode profit margins and reduce asset performance. - **Regulatory Pressure and Sustainability Targets:** Commercial landlords face increasing pressure to track and report energy consumption, especially in urban or LEED-targeted environments. ![technician-network-cabling-dcap-installation](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Product%20Pages/Images/technician-network-cabling-dcap-installation.jpg?width=800&height=532&name=technician-network-cabling-dcap-installation.jpg "technician-network-cabling-dcap-installation") ## Benefits of Tehama Wireless Solutions Tehama Wireless provides scalable, non-invasive submetering solutions designed for commercial real estate, industrial and retail environments: ![Group 689](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/applications/multifamily-housing/Group%20689.png?width=92&height=92&name=Group%20689.png) ### Tenant-Level Billing Accurately bill each tenant based on actual usage, regardless of lease structure or meter type. ![Group 690 (1)](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/applications/Group%20690%20(1).png?width=92&height=92&name=Group%20690%20(1).png) ### Improved Cost Allocation Allocate utility costs transparently to drive accountability and eliminate hidden subsidies between tenants. ![Group 691](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/applications/multifamily-housing/Group%20691.png?width=92&height=92&name=Group%20691.png) ### Load Visibility Monitor near real-time consumption to identify high-usage zones, reduce waste, and anticipate equipment issues. ![Group 692](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/applications/multifamily-housing/Group%20692.png?width=92&height=92&name=Group%20692.png) ### Operational Flexibility Our wireless systems can adapt to a wide variety of floorplans, tenant types, and building layouts. ![Group 693](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/applications/multifamily-housing/Group%20693.png?width=92&height=92&name=Group%20693.png) ### Streamlined Management Data integrates with your property management software or tenant portals for seamless billing and reporting. ![Group 694](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/applications/multifamily-housing/Group%20694.png?width=92&height=92&name=Group%20694.png) ### Increased NOI and Asset Value More accurate cost recovery and reduced utility waste directly benefit property performance. ## Utility Metering Solutions for Commercial, Industrial and Retail Spaces Tehama Wireless’s technology allows for individualized billing across water, gas, and electricity, encouraging responsible resource usage among tenants. Water Metering Gas Metering Electric Metering Water Metering for Commercial and Retail Spaces - **Tenant Billing and Accountability:** Accurately charge tenants for their water usage—whether it's a restaurant in a mall, a high-rise office suite, or a warehouse facility. - **Leak Detection and Compliance:** Monitor for leaks across shared systems and respond proactively to minimize loss and prevent damage. - **Facility Benchmarking:** Track water performance at the tenant or building level to support sustainability goals and certification programs. Gas Metering for Commercial and Retail Spaces - **Usage Monitoring for High-Demand Tenants:** Identify consumption patterns in gas-intensive operations like food service, manufacturing, or heating-dominant spaces. - **Safety Oversight:** Detect anomalies that may signal equipment failure or unsafe usage. - **Efficient Cost Distribution:** Eliminate guesswork when billing tenants or reporting shared gas costs in complex layouts. Electric Metering for Commercial and Retail Spaces - **Peak Load Analysis:** Track usage trends to manage demand charges and improve energy efficiency strategies. - **Tenant Billing and Dispute Reduction:** Provide transparent billing and usage breakdowns to prevent tenant disputes and reduce administrative friction. - **Support for Energy Reporting Initiatives:** Generate data needed for ENERGY STAR scores, GRESB reporting, or local compliance benchmarks. ## How It Works Tehama Wireless's submetering process is tailored to the realities of commercial and mixed-use properties: ![Group 696 (1)](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hs-fs/hubfs/applications/Group%20696%20(1).png?width=1168&height=434&name=Group%20696%20(1).png) ## Related Products - ![Smart+ MDT](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hubfs/Data%20Sheet%20and%20App%20Notes%20Images/Smart%2B%20-%20Smart%20Protocol%20Data%20Transceiver.png) Smart+ MDT Enables near real-time data and advanced alerts with SunSonic® meters [** Learn More ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/products/smart-plus-mdt-ultrasonic-submetering?hsLang=en) - ![Encoder MDT](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hubfs/Data%20Sheet%20and%20App%20Notes%20Images/Encoder%20MDT%20Data%20Transceiver.png) Encoder MDT Tracks encoded output meter usage for accurate billing. 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[** Learn More ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/products/solar-dcap-automated-submetering-hub?hsLang=en) ** ** - ![](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hubfs/category-page/Case%20Study-Guardian%20Water%20Power.png) Case Study | Guardian Water & Power Guardian Water & Power encountered significant challenges in outdoor submetering due to harsh weather conditions. Frequent disruptions led to costly repairs and inconsistent data collection, adversely affecting service delivery and customer trust. Recognizing the urgent need for a reliable solution, they sought innovative technology to enhance their operations. Challenge - System downtime due to harsh weather - Repairs were difficult and costly - Cellular technology meant inconsistent data collection [ Read Full case study ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/case-study-guardian-water-power?hsLang=en) - ![](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/Kimco%20Realty%20Corporation.png) Case Study | Kimco Realty Kimco Realty Corporation faced considerable challenges in billing their 7,000 tenants accurately for water usage across a diverse portfolio of retail properties. A lack of standardized methods for dividing costs led to disputes and frustration, resulting in millions in uncollected revenue. Recognizing this issue, Kimco sought innovative submetering technology to streamline billing processes and enhance tenant satisfaction. Challenge - Inconsistent tenant water billing methods - Tenant disputes over water costs - Millions lost in uncollected revenue [ Read Full case study ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/case-study-kimco-realty?hsLang=en) - ![](https://www.tehamawireless.com/hubfs/Case%20Studies/Fair%20Energy%20Submetering.jpeg) Case Study | Fair Energy Submetering Fair Energy Submetering faced challenges tracking utility usage and identifying issues such as leaks across various properties. In search of more detailed data for effective management, they turned to Tehama Wireless’ advanced submetering sensors. This innovative technology enabled swift identification of problems, allowing them to avert potential disasters. Challenge - Inaccurate tracking of utility usage - Difficulty identifying leaks in properties - Limited data hindered effective management [ Read Full case study ](https://www.tehamawireless.com/case-study-fair-energy-submetering?hsLang=en) ** ** ## FAQs ** What advantages does submetering offer for commercial and retail landlords? Submetering enables more precise cost recovery by providing accurate billing based on actual utility usage. This supports fair tenant billing and helps landlords identify high-usage patterns, ultimately reducing waste and increasing Net Operating Income (NOI). ** Can you submeter mixed-use properties with shared infrastructure? Yes, Tehama’s wireless systems are flexible enough to isolate and report on individual tenant usage, even in complex, shared utility configurations. This capability allows commercial and retail landlords to effectively manage utility costs across different tenant spaces. ** How do tenants in commercial and retail spaces receive their bills? Tehama’s systems integrate with third-party billing software or tenant portals to generate usage-based invoices and reporting for commercial and retail landlords. This ensures that tenants are billed accurately according to their own consumption. ** Do your systems support energy benchmarking compliance for commercial properties? Yes, Tehama Wireless provides the data visibility needed for compliance with energy benchmarking programs like ENERGY STAR, GRESB, and various municipal or state-level energy disclosure mandates applicable to commercial and retail establishments. ** What’s involved in retrofitting an existing commercial building for submetering? Our systems are designed for minimal intrusion, making retrofitting straightforward for commercial properties. Installation partners assess the existing infrastructure and create a custom plan that minimizes downtime and disruption for retail operations. ** How can submetering in commercial and retail environments lead to cost savings? By implementing submetering, landlords can accurately identify areas of high utility usage and inefficiencies. This allows businesses to adopt specific conservation strategies based on actual consumption figures, ultimately leading to reduced utility costs and improved sustainability. ** What specific challenges do commercial and retail landlords face when implementing submetering? Challenges may include navigating state regulations regarding billing practices, ensuring accurate meter installation in older buildings, and managing tenant communication about new billing methods. ** How can submetering help in the detection of leaks in commercial properties? Submetering systems can provide real-time data and alerts for abnormal usage patterns, allowing commercial landlords to quickly identify and respond to leaks or other issues. This proactive approach prevents significant water loss and associated costs. ** Is submetering in commercial and retail environments compliant with local regulations? Yes, Tehama Wireless systems are designed to support compliance with local and state submetering regulations. Tehama and partners provide the necessary documentation and data tools to help commercial landlords meet these regulatory requirements while maintaining transparency with tenants. ** Are there additional technologies that enhance submetering for commercial and retail properties? Tehama Wireless incorporates advanced technologies, such as IoT-enabled meters and smart monitoring systems, which offer real-time insights into utility usage. This technology empowers commercial landlords to optimize resource management and improve energy efficiency. ** How does submetering contribute to cost savings for commercial and retail properties? Submetering enables precise billing based on actual utility usage, helping property managers in commercial and retail sectors identify high-usage patterns and reduce waste. This accountability promotes conservation and ultimately results in lowered operating costs. ** What are the typical installation challenges faced in commercial and retail properties? Installation challenges may include retrofitting existing plumbing or electrical systems and minimizing disruption to tenants or customers. Certified technicians assess infrastructure to determine the best approach for each commercial property. ** How does submetering impact tenant satisfaction in commercial and retail settings? Clear and accurate billing based on actual usage reduces disputes and enhances transparency, leading to improved tenant relationships and satisfaction in commercial and retail properties. ** What ongoing support is available for submetering systems in commercial and retail properties? Tehama Wireless provides ongoing technical support, troubleshooting assistance, and collaboration with billing companies to ensure accurate billing and system maintenance for tenants and customers in commercial and retail environments. ## Related Blogs #### [Underwriting Readiness Is Increasingly Tied to Proof, Not Promises](https://www.tehamawireless.com/blog/underwriting-readiness-is-increasingly-tied-to-proof-not-promises?hsLang=en) For billing partners, underwriting pressure doesn’t arrive as a theoretical risk discussion. 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