Lockwood Mechanical, Inc. (LMI) is a mechanical contractor specializing in HVAC, and Radiant Heating for residential homes, light commerical and specialty projects. Our work also includes groundsource heatpump systems, and solar thermal systems. Located in Sand City California, we have been serving the Monterey Peninsula and surrounding communities since 1991. We are proud to be Monterey County's only RPA certified installer for Radiant Heating. We work primarily as a subcontractor for the project's general contractor.
With energy costs rising, and tax credits that may be available, plus a Green movement now in our country we are seeing a great deal more of solar installations. Solar is not for everyone or every job, but know that it is an option that may make sense for your project.
According to Wikipedia, radiant heating is a technology utilized for the heating of both indoor and outdoor areas. Radiant heating consists of "radiant energy" being emitted from a heat source. We are not only members of the Radiant Panel Association (RPA), but are also the only certified installers through RPA in Monterey County. The RPA sets the standards used in the radiant heating industry. To hold this certification we are required to have up to date training and continuing education programs.
LMI can offer several different options with venitlation systems. There is everything from simple Penn or Fantech fans for basic air movement to whole house HRV ventilation systems. HRV systems are becoming increasingly popular due to concerns of indoor air quality and loss of energy. These systems allow fresh outside air to replace stale indoor air while maintaining most of the heating or cooling energy within the home. In addition, they usually run on timers and at a very low velocity, so they are nearly undetectable in the home.