
mensch (men(t)SH)
noun: a person of integrity and honor
Founded by John K. Chavez, an HVAC-R veteran with nearly four decades of hands-on experience and industry education, hvacMENSCH provides critical services rooted in engineering fundamentals, best practices, building science, and a deep commitment to indoor air quality. We serve building owners, contractors, architects, builders, real estate professionals, and manufacturers with system design, maintenance, performance analysis, consulting, and owner representation—grounded in both technical expertise and real-world insight. Whether residential, commercial, or industrial, every project benefits from our focus on healthy air, durable buildings, and smart, efficient systems. As your advocate, hvacMENSCH is dedicated to delivering exceptional results for every client.
Your trusted HVAC industry insider, advocate and expert advisor.
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Offering Next-Level HVAC-R Services
hvacMENSCH offers a comprehensive range of HVAC services tailored to the needs of building owners, contractors, architects, builders, real estate professionals, and manufacturers.
HVAC Design
At hvacMENSCH, we know how to design 21st-century HVAC systems that prioritize human health, comfort, and efficiency. Guided by building science and engineering best practices, we create systems that form the foundation for exceptional building performance, energy efficiency, and indoor air quality.
Thoughtful design influences every aspect of an indoor environment, from occupant well-being to long-term operating costs. We provide full MEP design services, including energy modeling, for commercial, residential, and industrial projects, delivering world-class solutions tailored to each project’s unique needs, budget, and technical requirements.
Owner Representation
Let hvacMENSCH serve as your advocate throughout your project's life cycle. We handle contract and vendor negotiations, vetting, liaise with stakeholders, and ensure that best practices are always followed.
Our goal is to fully understand and absorb your project's intentions, making them our own to ensure a successful outcome
For those seeking to streamline their procurement process and realize substantial cost savings, hvacMENSCH offers a unique and valuable service. We can organize your project needs and scope of work to create an accurate equipment and materials list.
By teaming with hvacMENSCH,
our clients can enjoy a seamless and efficient purchasing experience, reduced fees, and realize cost savings of up to 60%
Whether you're building a new HVAC system or need help with an existing system, hvacMENSCH has you covered. With expertise in HVAC Fundamentals and Design best practices, Inverter-based systems, Energy Recovery Ventilators, Dehumidification, and Building Science, hvacMENSCH can recommend, support, monitor, and help ensure that all your HVAC systems and equipment run at
peak performance.
Client Concierge
Equipment Analysis
Problem Resolution
Trusted Advisor
Construction Projects
Trainer/Educator
Mystery Shopper
Customer Profiling
Networking
Blower Door Test
Site Surveys
Commissioning
Performance Analysis
more services & resources
Brand Ambassador
Market Research
Case Studies
Special Projects
Sales Channels
Technical Support
Project Management
Report Writing
Vendor Relations
Mechanical Adjuster
Value Engineering
Humidity Control
Expert Witness