Why you should consider a seasonal or temporary vestibule for your business

A vestibule is an enclosed space that separates the exterior part of a building from the interior. It acts as an entryway into a larger area, such as the lobby, and creates an air-locked entrance, reducing the stack air effect. 

If your business premises doesn't have a vestibule, you should consider adding a temporary or seasonal vestibule to increase your building's efficiency and create comfort for customers and employees. Learn more on how adding a vestibule will enhance your facility.

1. Protect customers & employees from seasonal weather

Having a large, safe waiting area is important for customers’ safety and overall satisfaction. If your establishment is at capacity, having a climate controlled waiting area benefits customers as well as staff as they wait to be seated. Additionally, offering protection from the elements for the “to-go “ or pick-up area allows for better customer satisfaction and efficiency with the staff members in those designated areas.

2. Protect your facility from inclement weather 

With the fall and winter months coming up, keeping your premises at a comfortable and constant temperature is essential. In addition, if your facility receives regular traffic in more than one entryway, your building can lose the warm air generated by the HVAC system. 

The longer the front, side, or back door remains open, the more cost your business will incur through increased power bills. Adding a vestibule to areas with high traffic in the building, like the front door, is an excellent way to reduce energy usage. This ensures that your facility has a constant internal temperature.

People near the entrance will also appreciate not being blown by frigid air with every new visitor who comes through the door.

If your facility's location is in an area that regularly receives severe weather like extreme temperatures, snowstorms, or hail, the vestibule will act as a buffer zone. The buffer zone will shield your facility from the outside elements and your interior environment. 

3. Bolster your facility's security

A vestibule can act as a buffer zone, not just for bad weather, but also for security purposes. It will only allow authorized personnel into the building. The vestibule will differ depending on the level of security your facility requires.

For increased security, the first set of doors can open without much hassle but automatically lock when closed. Then, the second door set may require an access control mechanism like a password or fingerprint to gain access to the building. If a person illegally attempts to access the building, they will be stuck in the vestibule and will need to wait for security personnel to exit the property. 

4. Create a health screening area for your building

Since the Covid-19 pandemic, many businesses have had to find measures to control the spread of the virus. A temporary vestibule on your premises will allow temperature screening before access into the building.

Screening should be done outside the building to prevent a potentially infected person from entering the building. However, with fall approaching, having multiple attendants waiting in line outside for extended periods may not be safe and comfortable. 

A vestibule will be ideal for providing guests and screeners with a comfortable working area while maintaining the rules and regulations on Covid-19 safety. 

5. Provides your premises with a free advertising area

A seasonal vestibule allows your business to advertise your products or services for free. This strategy markets your business and its brand messages.

Make your vestibule an experience for people passing by, clients, and customers by adding desired copies of graphics or logos. The vestibule is an extension of your building and brand, providing you with a win-win situation.

This fall or winter, a temporary vestibule will enhance your customers' and employees' experience, making them appreciate your brand and the services you provide. In addition, a vestibule is an excellent form of customer service, helping you attract and gain more customers. 

6. Helps your business save on energy bills

A vestibule assists to maintain the temperature of your building by keeping the heat inside. If your premises has an HVAC system but lacks a vestibule, you may be losing money on energy bills. The bill is higher if your facility has a constant flow of customers, the doors always opening, leaking out the building's inner warm air.

In addition, during times of extreme weather conditions, your HVAC system will have to increase its performance to maintain your comfort level. Installing a vestibule will ensure that your facility is energy-efficient, as the vestibule doors will never be simultaneously open. 

7. Improves your facility's appearance

Adding a temporary vestibule for your facility increases the curb appeal of your building. Adding a temporary vestibule not only allows you to save summer cooling and winter heating costs, but also provides you with an opportunity to remodel and design the entrance.

A vestibule is a practical solution to add square footage and increase your facility's resale value added protection to your facility. 

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