Services
01Laboratory Fume Hood System Installation & CommissioningSpecialized installation of fume hood ventilation systems for research labs, medical facilities, and industrial environments. I personally handle every aspect from initial design consultation to final system commissioning, ensuring compliance with ASHRAE 110 standards and local building codes.
02Fume Hood Exhaust System Troubleshooting & RepairExpert diagnosis and repair of ventilation system failures including variable air volume (VAV) damper malfunctions, airflow sensor errors, and pressure differential issues that cause fume hood sash instability or improper containment.
03Fume Hood Performance Testing & CertificationComprehensive performance testing using calibrated anemometers and flow hoods to verify proper face velocity, containment efficiency, and system response times. I provide official certification documentation for lab accreditation requirements.
04Emergency 24/7 Fume Hood Ventilation Breakdown ResponseRound-the-clock emergency service for critical ventilation failures that compromise lab safety. My team responds within 90 minutes to restore proper fume hood function, including urgent repairs to exhaust fans, ductwork, or control systems.
05Fume Hood System Modernization & Retrofit SolutionsComplete overhaul of legacy fume hood ventilation systems to meet current efficiency standards. I specialize in upgrading older units with modern variable frequency drives (VFDs) and smart controls for energy savings and improved airflow management.
“I've worked in research for over two decades, and Pete fixed our lab's fume hood that had been failing intermittently for months—turns out it was a pressure differential sensor issue that no one else could pinpoint. He literally pulled the whole system apart to trace a faulty wiring loop in the exhaust ductwork that was causing false alarms every time the fan cycled.”
Our story
Founded in 1992 by Pete Kowalski, a former mechanical engineer who left a large HVAC distributor to start his own shop, Pete's Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning Inc. developed its niche in solving VRF system malfunctions that others simply couldn’t troubleshoot — often saving clients thousands in unnecessary equipment replacements.
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Expertise in diagnosing and repairing variable refrigerant flow (vrf) systems used in modern commercial buildings
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Specialized training in the complex controls and refrigerant handling of high-efficiency VRF units
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Solutions for VRF system failures that most contractors avoid due to their technical complexity