Business Details
22 Years
experience
Expert Heating and Ventilation Contractors in Devon
Established in 2004 by Paul Murch and Danny Baker, our company brings over 70 years of combined expertise in heating and ventilation engineering. Our team of qualified professionals delivers complex solutions on time and within budget, specialising in projects for healthcare, education, and historic sectors. We maintain a strong commitment to nurturing talent through our apprenticeship programme, with many team members progressing from apprentices to fully qualified engineers. Our work on prestigious schemes, including luxury housing and renewable energy installations, demonstrates our dedication to quality and innovation. We adhere to the highest standards of workmanship, ensuring reliable and comfortable environments for clients.Our collaborations with industry partners like Nevada Construction highlight our reputation for excellence. With a focus on technical proficiency and client satisfaction, we provide bespoke services tailored to diverse project requirements. Our experience in sensitive environments, such as hospitals, underscores our adaptability and precision. We prioritise sustainability through solutions like air source heat pumps and energy-efficient systems. This combination of expertise, innovation, and commitment has solidified our position as a trusted partner in the building services industry.
Services
Heating Contractors
Ventilation Engineering
Plumbing Services
Air Source Heat Pumps
Luxury Housing
Healthcare Projects
Education Sector
Defence Sector
Renewable Energy
Historic Buildings
Details
- Year established: 2004
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of combined experience in heating and ventilation engineering
- Our team delivers complex solutions on time and within budget
- We maintain a company apprenticeship programme supporting young talent
- We specialise in challenging projects for healthcare and historic sectors
- Our BMS-controlled systems ensure energy-efficient, comfortable environments
What people say
Exceptional expertise
Reliable and committed
Proactive approach
High standards
Trusted partner
Services
Healthcare Engineering
We deliver specialist mechanical services for healthcare facilities including operating theatre air handling units, medical gas systems, and BMS-controlled ventilation. Our expertise ensures compliance with strict hygiene and operational standards while maintaining minimal disruption in live hospital environments. Projects at RDE Hospital and Derriford demonstrate our capability to handle complex, time-sensitive installations.
Luxury Housing
Our bespoke solutions for high-end residential properties include zoned underfloor heating, smart controls, and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery. We integrate renewable technologies like R32 air source heat pumps to create energy-efficient systems that maintain aesthetic appeal. Projects such as The Thorns and Thiptara showcase our attention to detail in demanding architectural contexts.
Renewable Energy
We specialise in decarbonisation projects featuring air source and ground source heat pumps, water source systems, and energy recovery ventilation. Our work at the Marine Biological Association combined sea water with VRF technology for laboratory cooling. We provide tailored solutions that reduce carbon footprints while maintaining system efficiency across residential and commercial sectors.
Historic Buildings
We implement modern heating solutions in historic structures while preserving architectural integrity. Our Exeter Cathedral project involved installing commercial boilers and underfloor heating controlled by BMS systems. We balance technical requirements with conservation principles to deliver unobtrusive, effective installations in sensitive environments.
Education Sector
We provide mechanical services for educational facilities including sports halls with radiant heating and ventilation systems. Our Exmouth Community College extension featured underfloor heating and natural ventilation units. We create sustainable, functional environments that meet the specific needs of learning spaces while ensuring energy efficiency and comfort.
People
Paul Murch
Managing Director
With over 40 years in M&E building services, Paul progressed from apprentice to Managing Director. He oversees high-value projects across multiple sectors and brings extensive technical knowledge and leadership experience to our operations.
Paul Lingham
Contracts Manager
Having joined as a trainee estimator, Paul has developed into a key Contracts Manager over 12 years. He specialises in delivering complex schemes across the South West while maintaining his passion for angling and water sports.
Sean Baker
Contracts Manager
Starting as an apprentice, Sean gained 15 years of hands-on experience before becoming a Contracts Manager. His practical background ensures effective project delivery, complemented by his commitment to CrossFit training.
Fraser Brooks
Pre-construction Manager
Beginning as a pipefitter apprentice, Fraser now leads our pre-construction department. His technical expertise and attention to detail ensure accurate project planning, supported by his interests in swimming and motorsport.
Questions
What sectors do you specialise in?
We specialise in healthcare, education, defence, luxury housing, renewable energy, and historic building projects.
How do you ensure project quality?
Through BMS-controlled systems, experienced teams, and adherence to industry standards in every installation we deliver.
Do you work on listed buildings?
Yes, we implement modern systems in historic structures while preserving architectural integrity and conservation requirements.
How do you support sustainability?
By installing air source heat pumps, ground source systems, and energy-efficient ventilation solutions to reduce carbon footprints.
Can you handle urgent hospital projects?
Our experience includes time-sensitive healthcare installations with minimal disruption to live hospital operations.
Do you train new engineers?
Yes, we run an apprenticeship programme supporting young talent through local training colleges.
