Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted HVAC and Sheet Metal Solutions in Northeast Ohio
R&D Heating and Sheet Metal has been a trusted HVAC mechanical contractor and sheet metal fabricator since 1962, serving commercial, industrial, retail, educational, and healthcare industries. As a family-owned business, we prioritize quality service rooted in decades of experience and a commitment to exceeding customer expectations. Our team of skilled union tradesmen delivers elite workmanship across HVAC service, maintenance, indoor air quality solutions, and fire life safety systems. We specialize in custom HVAC engineering while conserving client resources, maintaining our reputation as a premier contractor in Northeastern Ohio.Through economic fluctuations, we remain an honest, upfront company dedicated to professional growth and customer satisfaction. Our service area spans Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, and surrounding regions, with a focus on personalized solutions for new construction, remodeling, and maintenance projects. Backed by certifications for fire damper testing and a seasonal maintenance program offering labor discounts and priority emergency response, we ensure long-term client partnerships through reliability and expertise.
Services
HVAC Maintenance
Indoor Air Quality
Fire Life Safety
New Construction
Remodeling
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of specialized HVAC expertise in Northeastern Ohio
- Our union-certified technicians ensure elite workmanship standards
- Custom-engineered systems reduce facility energy costs by up to 15%
- We provide 24/7 emergency service with priority response guarantees
- Our seasonal maintenance program includes $20/hour labor discounts
Services
Commercial HVAC Maintenance
Our commercial HVAC maintenance program ensures optimal system performance through customized seasonal service schedules. Trained union technicians with minimum 5-year experience perform comprehensive inspections and tune-ups for gas, oil, and electric furnaces, AC units, heat pumps, and boilers. Regular maintenance reduces energy consumption by up to 15%, saving thousands annually while extending equipment lifespan.
Fire Life Safety Systems
Certified technicians provide complete fire damper testing, repair, and replacement services for commercial facilities. Our fire life safety solutions ensure compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining occupant safety. We handle all aspects of passive fire protection systems, including inspection documentation and emergency repairs for critical safety components.
Indoor Air Quality Solutions
We design and implement advanced indoor air quality systems that improve ventilation and reduce contaminants in commercial spaces. Our solutions include HEPA filtration systems, humidity control, and ventilation upgrades that enhance occupant comfort while meeting energy efficiency goals. These systems help businesses maintain healthy environments without compromising operational costs.
Design/Build HVAC Systems
Our design/build team creates custom-engineered HVAC systems tailored to specific facility requirements. From new construction to remodeling projects, we integrate energy-efficient solutions that optimize performance. This comprehensive approach ensures seamless implementation from concept through completion, with guaranteed cost and timeline predictability for commercial clients.
Emergency HVAC Repair
24/7 emergency HVAC repair services ensure rapid response for critical system failures. Our priority response program guarantees immediate attention for maintenance contract holders. With fully equipped service vehicles and experienced technicians, we minimize facility downtime through swift diagnostics and repairs for all commercial HVAC equipment types.
People
Caleb Dunbar
President
Caleb Dunbar leads R&D Heating and Sheet Metal as President, continuing the family legacy established in 1962. With decades of industry experience, he oversees strategic operations while maintaining commitment to quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction across Northeastern Ohio.
Debby Dunbar
Chief Financial Officer
Debby Dunbar manages financial operations at R&D Heating and Sheet Metal, ensuring fiscal responsibility while supporting the company's growth. Her leadership maintains financial transparency and supports the organization's long-term commitment to quality HVAC services in the region.
Madison Matteo
Vice President
Madison Matteo serves as Vice President at R&D Heating and Sheet Metal, directing key business operations. With extensive industry knowledge, she helps maintain the company's reputation for excellence in HVAC solutions across Northeastern Ohio's commercial sectors.
Rob Lanning
Chief Operations Officer
Rob Lanning oversees daily operations as Chief Operations Officer, ensuring efficient service delivery across all projects. His leadership maintains operational excellence while upholding the company's standards for quality HVAC and sheet metal fabrication services.
Mike Tuskes
General Superintendent
Mike Tuskes supervises technical operations as General Superintendent, managing skilled union workers. With expertise in HVAC systems and sheet metal fabrication, he ensures all projects meet the company's exacting standards for quality and safety compliance.
Questions
What HVAC services do you offer for commercial properties?
We provide comprehensive commercial HVAC services including maintenance, repairs, new installations, indoor air quality solutions, and fire life safety system testing across Northeastern Ohio.
Are your technicians certified for specialized HVAC work?
Yes, our union-certified technicians have minimum 5-year experience and perform fire damper testing, repairs, and specialized maintenance for all commercial HVAC equipment types.
Do you offer emergency HVAC repair services?
We provide 24/7 emergency HVAC repair services with priority response for maintenance contract holders to minimize facility downtime across Northeastern Ohio.
What areas do you service?
We serve commercial clients throughout Northeastern Ohio including Cleveland, Akron, Youngstown, Ashtabula, Erie, Huron, Lorain, Ashland, Medina, and surrounding counties.
What maintenance programs are available?
Our seasonal maintenance program offers customized service schedules, $20/hour labor discounts, waived trip charges, and priority emergency response for commercial HVAC systems.
How do you ensure quality HVAC installations?
Our design/build team creates custom-engineered systems with guaranteed cost and timeline predictability, using skilled union workers to ensure quality installations meeting all safety standards.
