Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Mechanical Engineering Solutions
Tom Knott & Associates is a consulting mechanical engineering firm dedicated to delivering precision-driven design solutions for residential, commercial, industrial, and public works projects across Central California. Founded in 1997 and incorporated in 2003, our team specializes in HVAC, plumbing, fire suppression, and energy compliance systems, ensuring every project adheres to Uniform Code, California Code, and Title 24 standards. With over 25 years of experience, we provide fully documented designs that eliminate guesswork, enabling clients to secure accurate contractor bids and achieve fully functional mechanical systems.Our expertise extends to life cycle cost analysis, strategic zone control, and integration of renewable energy systems like solar and geothermal. We prioritize client collaboration, offering tailored solutions that align with project-specific requirements while maintaining compliance with local building departments.
Services
HVAC Design
Plumbing Design
Fire Suppression
Energy Compliance
Process Piping
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 25+ years of mechanical engineering expertise in Central California.
- Our designs are fully compliant with Uniform Code and California Code standards.
- We provide life cycle cost and energy consumption analysis for optimal efficiency.
- Our team includes a licensed California Mechanical Engineer (License #M26749).
- We specialize in integrating renewable energy systems like solar and geothermal.
Services
HVAC Design
Our HVAC design services create customized heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems that optimize comfort and energy efficiency. We conduct precise load calculations to ensure properly sized equipment and ductwork while integrating smart zoning controls for residential and commercial buildings. Our designs comply with California's Title 24 energy standards and building codes.
Plumbing Design
We develop comprehensive plumbing systems for new construction and renovations, including domestic water supply, drainage, and process piping. Our designs address commercial kitchen grease management, sewage ejector systems, and bio-diesel facility piping while maintaining compliance with Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) requirements for safety and functionality.
Energy Compliance
Our energy compliance services ensure projects meet California's Title 24 standards through detailed envelope, mechanical, and lighting analysis. We provide documentation for building department approvals and perform life cycle cost assessments to identify energy-saving opportunities while balancing initial investment with long-term operational efficiency.
Fire Suppression
We design fire suppression systems that protect commercial and residential properties through code-compliant sprinkler layouts and hazard-specific extinguishing solutions. Our engineering considers building occupancy types, water supply capacity, and system zoning to ensure reliable fire protection while coordinating with other mechanical systems.
Process Piping
Our process piping expertise covers specialized systems for bio-diesel plants, indoor cannabis facilities, and industrial ventilation. We engineer safe, efficient piping networks for chemical transfer, gas distribution, and high-purity applications while addressing material compatibility, pressure requirements, and maintenance accessibility.
People
Tom Fredrick Knott
Principal Engineer
Licensed California Mechanical Engineer with 30+ years of experience specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and energy systems. Graduated from University of Colorado Boulder in 1972 and founded Tom Knott & Associates in 2003 after working with leading engineering firms in California.
Questions
What services does Tom Knott & Associates offer?
We specialize in HVAC design, plumbing systems, fire suppression, energy compliance, and process piping for residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
What areas do you serve?
We provide mechanical engineering services throughout Central California, including Santa Cruz and Monterey Bay areas.
Are your designs code-compliant?
Yes, all our designs meet Uniform Code, California Code, and Title 24 energy compliance standards.
Is Tom Knott a licensed engineer?
Yes, Tom Knott is a licensed California Mechanical Engineer with License #M26749 since 1990.
