Tech Resources

Watch this video to learn the best way to use the Research Air Flo Tech Resources. The Tech Resources are meant to provide you with everything you need in regard to TAB work. Our team is regularly adding resources for your use (documents on Controls Systems, Hydronic Balancing Valves, pumps, etc. and How To videos).

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Customer Reviews

Research Air Flo has the most knowledgeable technicians and support staff I have worked with. Their work is thorough and complete and you know when they give you the report you can rest assured they performed the work to the listed results in the report. No information is missing and no short ...

Doug PolleySr. Project Manager
Maxair Mechanical, Inc.

Research Air Flo is a trusted and valued team member on our projects. Their expertise, positive attitude, and timeliness creates a successful work environment that we have enjoyed for the past few years now. We can always rely on competitive pricing and thorough testing and balancing procedures.

Ben WykeSenior Estimator / PS
Superior Mechanical Systems

During their beginning years in Charlotte, Research Air Flo quickly became an industry standard in competitive pricing and project execution and remains as such today. In my personal experiences with TAB contractors, I’ve come to know Research Air Flo as a top choice for projects ranging from design-build, plan and spec, and ...

David LisenbyMechanical Systems
& Services, Inc.

I have worked with Research Air Flo many times over the past 30 years. I am always glad to see them on the project team, and my company has hired them directly when we need T&B services. Joel and Kevin are completely dependable; their work is top notch, timely, professionally presented, and ...

Michael O'Brien, PESenior Associate
Heery

I have worked with Research Air Flo in various capacities for nearly 10 years. They offer top notch quality and timely, friendly service. The team’s expertise is second to none, adding value to my projects in numerous capacities above and beyond the typical test and balance scope of work. I ...

Adam Black, LEED APDesign & Construction
Project Manager
QTS(Quality Technology Services)

My sole responsibility is to ensure the timely completion of the Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing installations on Laboratories and Hospitals in the Southeast for McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Key to final acceptance in both cases is the Testing and Air/Hydronic Systems Balancing. Research Air Flo has proven time and again with their ...

Bob Dopf JrProject MEP Superintendent
McCarthy Building
Companies, Inc.

Our experience with Research Air Flo has been exceptional. They are responsive to our project needs including solving problems that can occur with existing mechanical systems over time. Research Air Flo is also very professional, clean, and responsible which makes them a perfect fit for our class A office building and ...

Jim LeonePresident
Aire Tech Mechanical
Services, Inc.

Your company is one of the most professional TAB firms I have worked with in the 20 plus years I have been in the HVAC Industry. Your team coordinates, communicates, and schedules in a timely manor which helps greatly with the project flow.

Chris McGarrProject Manager
Mechanical Systems
& Services, Inc.

Whiting-Turner and Research Air Flo have developed a relationship built on excellence, integrity, and a continuous drive to succeed and delight our customer. They have continuously overcome all obstacles put in their way to bring in test and balance ahead of schedule. Our team looks forward to future endeavors with Research Air ...

Riggan AcostaM/E Manager
The Whiting-Turner
Contracting Company

Working with Research Air has made my job as a project manager much easier. Obviously, when a TAB contractor comes on a job site, the project is near the end. The G.C. typically is at wits end trying to close the project and turn it over to the owner. Anyone still not ...

Jeff JacksonV.P. - Project Manager
PC Godfrey, Inc.

It gives me great pleasure to endorse Research Air Flo, Inc. as a test and balance contractor. I am doubly happy to acknowledge you as a professional resource that I use for guidance and insight in my role as an engineer.My endorsement comes from our working relationship over the last 20 years. ...

William T. Freeman, PEPresident
Collaborative Engineering
Solutions

Our business is based on relationships. Relationships are formed over time with consistently excellence performance. We are fortunate to have partners like Research Air Flo that share this same vision and are always there to support us.

Mike TzimenatosSenior Project Manager
McKenney's, Inc.

Research Air Flo has been great to work with on many different types of projects. The technicians I have worked with are very competent and know what it takes to get the job completed on time and in an efficient manner. Their office personnel provide excellent support for the technicians in problem ...

Lennie CollinsProject Manager
Southeastern Plumbing & Heating

I really enjoy working with RAF because they are very responsive when I call whether it is pricing for a new project or scheduling one that is under contract. They go the extra mile to be partner when trouble shooting problems and supporting the project when it is necessary. Their work is ...

Kelly RobinsonSenior Project Manager
McKenney's, Inc.

Working with Research Air Flo has been a great experience. Their professionalism, collaboration, and commitment to getting it right has contributed to the success of several large complex projects.

Gregory R. Johnson, PEAssociate Partner
Newcomb & Boyd
Consulting Engineering Group

Thank you for the services you have provided me with the Duke Energy projects. It has been a pleasure working with Matthew Lee and his crew. So far everything has worked out perfect. I look forward to working with Research Air Flo in the future on my projects. It seems to be ...

Rodney GordonVice President
Carolina Air Solutions, Inc.

As an engineer and contractor, I have found that Research Air Flo really shows their added value when you have difficult situations to address. They are willing to roll up their sleeves and get deep into any situation and never expect someone to go through the problem solving effort by themselves.

Lea Burt, PE, CEMPresident
Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

You and your collective staff have been my "EASY Button" for T&B services for the last (17) years. Research Air is one of my resources that absolves any concerns related to their trade/service. I appreciate your professionalism and user friendly interaction with me, our architects and staff. Much to often I have ...

Glenn ParrishProject Manager
Northeast Georgia Medical Center

I have only had the privilege of working with Research Air Flo over the past three years, however It’s has been a very pleasurable experience. You and your team have always striven your best to meet the challenges and demands that this industry imposes on all of us. I once had a ...

Larry HortonService Manager,
Mechanical Contractors, Inc

The guys at Research Air Flo are great to work with. They provide great assistance throughout the project. Starting at providing accurate and timely bids. Being a team member during the test and balance process, they bring attention to issues as they come up for quick resolution, which reduces punch lists and ...

Nick ZwackEstimator
MCC Mechanical
of the Carolinas LLC

For Herlocker Mechanical Systems, Research Air Flo, Inc. has been our “go to” partner for the most complex and simplest test and balance projects. Whether it is a design/build or hard bid project RAF is always competitive. The preparation, field work, and final reporting for our projects makes the entire team look ...

Tom HerlockerPresident
Herlocker Mechanical
Systems, Inc.

I have been working with Research Air Flo for several years now and it has been a great experience. Research Air Flo is there when needed and has outstanding employees that are very knowledgeable about their field of work. I have enjoyed the experience of working with them and will continue to ...

Kenny PateProject Manager
DesignBuild Mechanical

We appreciate the expertise of Research Air Flo’s field technicians on several complicated research laboratory and plastic extrusion facilities completed recently. These projects presented challenging schedules with very precise operating parameters for temperature and air flows in which your team of professionals were prepared for and quietly met the schedule while providing ...

Hampton SpruillDesign Build Manager
PC Godfrey, Inc.

I have been using Research Air Flo since the business was started. It was apparent from the first project they did for our firm, Johnson & Johnson Non-Woven Products Plant in Benson, NC, that RAF was exceedingly good. Knowledge, dependability, and quality are what Research Air Flo is about. It is now ...

Joe EscherPresident
E. Escher, Inc.

As we move into our 17th year here at Paulson Cheek, I wanted to take a minute to thank you and your firm for your continued hard work for us. We consider your firm to be a valuable member of our team. Your continued performance shows how much emphasis you put on ...

Marshall E. Cheek, P.E.President
Paulson-Cheek Mechanical

Research Air Flo has been a great partner for many years. They have always added value to our projects and we look forward to many more years of working together to provide successful construction projects.

Jack Ferguson, P.E.Vice President Construction
McKenney's, Inc.

MCC has utilized Research Air Flo on multiple projects and will continue to do so based on how they become entrenched in the job early on and are well versed in what will be required prior to coming on site to perform the actual test and balance. They attend construction and commissioning ...

Harry BishopProject Manager
MCC Mechanical
of the Carolinas, LLC

Throughout the last seven years we have worked both directly and indirectly with Research Air Flo. Most of the interaction has been through a General Contractor or Mechanical Contractor while having Research Air Flo perform the air balance on the distribution system of many Tenant build-outs at our building. We have used ...

David JarvisEngineering Manager
Hines | Carillon

Research Air Flo is a great company with great people who do whatever it takes to ensure you are provided with top notch customer service. I enjoy using Research Air Flo.

Billy EvansProject Manager
Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

It is always a pleasure to have Research Air Flo as a part of the project team. I appreciate the professionalism and effectiveness that the company brings to the table. Research Air Flo always approaches each project with an “All In” attitude. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a quality ...

Tim WestProject Manager
McKenney's, Inc.

We have worked with Research Air Flo for many years and on all kinds of projects: Large & small, traditional & first of a kind, well planned projects & emergency calls. Research Air Flo has provided excellent service in all of these situations and we will continue to call on them as ...

Justin SeterCommissioning Team Leader
DLB Associates

Research Air Flo has been a great partner for many years. We have used RAF on some of our most difficult, complex projects due to their extensive knowledge in Lab and Hospital construction. They have always added value to our projects and we look forward to many more years of working together ...

Eddie HarrisSenior Vice President
McCarthy Building
Companies, Inc.

Research Air Flo has been great to work with for the past 8 years. They have been professional partners in every aspect of our working relationship and help owners get what they pay for. RAF personnel always support our commissioning team with highly qualified individuals that are motivated and excel at what ...

Michael W. Hardy, PE CCPCommissioning/Field Services
Affiliated Engineers, Inc.

I would like to thank you for the service you provide for us. Year after year you have gave us and continue to give us excellent service. From quoting jobs to performing air balance. Your field guys are very knowledgeable of the HVAC field and helped us in problem solving on several ...

Bengie PriceProject Manager
Aire Tech Mechanical

With over 30 years’ experience in the HVAC industry, I have found Research Air Flo to be one of the best Air/Water balancing contractors to work with in North/South Carolina. I have dealt with many T/B contractors over the years and RAF has improved my opinion of the T/B subcontractors. RAF has ...

Randy AldridgeProject Manager
Southeastern Plumbing,
Heating and AC Inc.

The success of any team is dependent upon its members. Over the years, we have been fortunate enough to have teamed up with Research Air Flo on numerous successful projects. Everyone we have met within their organization is professional, honest, and trustworthy. We look forward to future opportunities to partner with Research ...

John KrausVice President
Mann Mechanical Company, Inc.

MCC has used Research Air Flo on many projects of various sizes and complexities over the years. From the procurement of the project through the final reports, the team at RAF have been a great asset and trusted team member. Unlike many of the other Test and Balance contractors, they don’t just ...

Mark BeckProject Manager
Metal Construction
of the Carolinas

McKenney's, Inc. has worked extensively with Research Air Flo since its founding. They are highly collaborative and work together well with us to ensure that all systems are functioning as intended. They are very responsive to the scheduling needs of a project and always demonstrate commitment to get the job completed on ...

John McKenneyPresident
McKenney's, Inc.

Research Air Flo has provided Test and Balance, Retro-Commissioning, trouble-shooting and Investigative Services for numerous HPD projects over the past three decades. Research Air Flo’s experience and professionalism has contributed to the success of multiple projects many of which were of high complexity and mission critical. HPD considers Research Air Flo our ...

H. Mark Hope, PEPrincipal
HPD LLC, Consulting Engineers

As President of Carolina Air Solutions, I highly recommend Research Air Flo and Michael J. DeSimone. CAS has partnered with RAF on small jobs as well as larger high profile accounts over the past several years. Michael and the team at RAF have consistently provided CAS with quality, dependable and professional service. ...

Larry D. CopelandPresident
Carolina Air Solutions

I want to personally thank you and Matt Lee for helping our company get the past several projects completed in a timely and very cost effective manner. By generating a list of any deficiencies and getting it out quickly, we avoid project completion delays that can often occur. Your field technicians are ...

Jay SimpsonProject Manager
DesignBuild Mechanical

Mechanical Contractors, Inc. has been working with Research Air Flo since the US Bank project, roughly 7 years ago. Through the years they have handled many of our projects. Due to the professionalism, prompt responses, and quality service they provide, we continue to turn to them with our test & balance needs. ...

Jimmy CausbyProject Manager
Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

Research Air Flo, Inc. has been our go to TAB company for several years. Their technicians are well trained on DDC and the older pneumatics controls systems and communicate with us as they start a project and when they leave it with updates of any deficiencies that need to be addressed. This ...

Marwan ElissaEngineering Manager
Hines

Certifications/Qualifications:

Research Air Flo, Inc. is certified by NEBB and TABB. We offer a full time staff of engineers to review reports and insure a quality report is provided to our clients in a timely fashion.

Locations

Research Air Flo, Inc – Atlanta

5571 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA 30341
Tel: 770-452-8292

Research Air Flo, Inc – Raleigh

2000-A Ramblewood Drive, Apex, NC 27523
Tel: 919-387-5788

Research Air Flo, Inc – Charlotte

109 Riverside Dr., McAdenville, NC 28101
Tel: 704-321-0491

Research Air Flo, Inc – Charleston

PO Box 1862, Johns Island, SC 29457
Tel: 843-789-0672

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