HVAC shapes comfort, air quality, and efficiency by pairing right-sized equipment with well-sealed ducts and verified airflow. The installation is planned and tested so heating, cooling, and ventilation run quietly and reliably.

Overview

• Scope: heating and cooling equipment, ducted and ductless systems, ventilation (bath, kitchen, whole-house), smart controls, and commissioning.
• Goals: even temperatures, low noise, healthy ventilation, and energy-smart operation validated by testing.
• Systems: heat pumps and furnaces, air handlers and coils, mini-splits (single and multi-zone), ERV/HRV, and dehumidification where needed.

What This Service Includes

• Design & sizing: ACCA Manual J (load), S (equipment), and D (ducts) to fit the building envelope and layout.
• Ductwork: layout, fabrication, sealing with mastic/tape, insulation, balancing dampers, and returns sized for quiet airflow.
• Equipment install: furnaces, air handlers, coils, condensers/heat pumps, and mini-splits with line sets, electrical, and condensate management.
• Ventilation: quiet bath fans, range hood ducting, and ERV/HRV placement with dedicated ducting or integrated returns.
• Controls: smart thermostats, zoning, and sensor placement for stable room temperatures.
• Commissioning: static pressure, airflow (CFM), temperature split, refrigerant charge, and combustion safety where applicable.

Systems & Options

• Heat pumps: ducted or ductless, cold-climate options, auxiliary heat as required.
• Furnace + AC: gas furnace with matching coil and condenser; sealed combustion and correct venting.
• Ductless mini-splits: single/multi-zone heads; line-set routing and condensate planning for clean interiors.
• Ventilation: ERV/HRV for balanced fresh air; dedicated make-up air where high CFM range hoods are installed.
• IAQ: high-MERV filters, media cabinets, UV or bipolar ionization only where appropriate, and dedicated dehumidifiers in humid climates.

Ductwork & Venting

• Supply and return paths sized to design CFM with short, smooth runs and large-radius fittings.
• All joints sealed; ducts in unconditioned spaces insulated; returns sealed to prevent dust draw.
• Combustion air and venting verified on gas appliances; clearances to flues and intakes maintained.
• Condensate traps, pans, and float switches installed to protect finishes.

Sequencing & Coordination

• Rough-in after framing; line-set and duct chases coordinated with structure and drywall.
• Range hood ducting and bath fan locations confirmed with cabinetry and lighting.
• Electrical circuits, disconnects, and condensate routes coordinated with other trades.
• Grilles, registers, and thermostats set after paint; final balance before handoff.

Testing & Commissioning

• Static pressure measured against blower tables; airflow verified at key registers.
• Refrigerant circuits evacuated, pressure-tested, and charged to spec; leak checks performed.
• Duct leakage testing where required by code; ventilation rates verified.
• Temperature split and control operation documented; owner settings reviewed at turnover.

Quality Markers

• Quiet operation with balanced rooms and steady thermostat readings.
• Straight, supported duct runs; masticed seams; labeled dampers and filters.
• Clean penetrations and sealed chases; tidy line-set terminations and drains.

Safety & Compliance

• Permits and inspections completed; installs meet local energy/mechanical codes.
• EPA 608-certified refrigerant handling; A2L refrigerant provisions where applicable.
• Combustion safety checks, CO alarms where gas appliances are present; proper clearances maintained.
• Lifting and roof work performed with fall protection and rigging plans when needed.

Care & Maintenance

• Filter sizes and change intervals documented; access kept clear.
• Seasonal service recommended: coil cleaning, drain flush, charge and airflow check.
• Thermostat schedules and ventilation rates tuned for comfort and efficiency.