Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in San Francisco
Founded in 1962, List Engineering has established itself as a leader in consulting engineering and design, specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems. Our team partners with architects and developers to create customized mechanical solutions that enhance building environments across diverse sectors including healthcare, education, and residential. With a philosophy of 'Designing Today with Tomorrow in Mind,' we prioritize sustainability and innovation, integrating LEED-certified practices and advanced technologies like 3-D modeling and energy analysis.Our 60+ years of experience have enabled collaborations with industry leaders such as Whole Foods and McGraw-Hill, delivering solutions that balance efficiency with human-centric design. We emphasize long-term client relationships, ensuring projects meet both immediate needs and future challenges while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Our commitment to environmental stewardship and technical excellence has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in integrated building design.
Services
HVAC Engineering
Plumbing Design
Fire Protection
Sustainable Design
Building Automation
Details
- Year established: 1962
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of specialized engineering expertise in mechanical systems.
- Our LEED-certified team integrates sustainability into every project phase.
- We prioritize client collaboration to ensure tailored, cost-effective solutions.
- Our engineers utilize advanced technologies like 3-D modeling and CFD analysis.
- We maintain long-term partnerships with industry leaders across diverse sectors.
Associations and certifications
- LEED Certified
- American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers
- American Society of Plumbing Engineers
- National Fire Protection Agency
Services
HVAC Engineering
We design heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems tailored to building-specific needs. Our engineers optimize energy efficiency while ensuring occupant comfort across commercial, residential, and institutional projects. Services include load calculations, system sizing, and integration with building automation.
Plumbing Design
Our plumbing solutions cover domestic water, waste management, and gas systems for low- and high-rise buildings. We incorporate sustainable practices like greywater recycling and pressurization optimization to meet modern efficiency standards while ensuring code compliance.
Fire Protection
We engineer comprehensive fire suppression and detection systems for diverse facilities. Our designs integrate sprinkler networks, alarm systems, and emergency generator connections to meet NFPA standards while maintaining seamless building functionality.
Sustainable Design
Our LEED-certified team implements energy modeling, daylight analysis, and alternative energy systems. Services include solar thermal integration, rainwater harvesting, and life-cycle cost analysis to reduce environmental impact while maximizing long-term savings.
Building Automation
We design control systems that optimize mechanical operations through centralized monitoring. Our automation solutions enhance energy efficiency, maintenance scheduling, and occupant comfort by integrating HVAC, lighting, and security systems into unified platforms.
Questions
What engineering services does List Engineering offer?
We specialize in HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, sustainable design, and building automation systems for commercial, residential, and institutional projects.
How long has List Engineering been in business?
We've provided engineering solutions since 1962, with our main office in San Francisco's Financial District.
Do you work on LEED-certified projects?
Yes, our team has extensive experience with LEED consulting and sustainable building strategies.
What industries do you serve?
We work across healthcare, education, hospitality, residential, and civic sectors with customized mechanical solutions.
Can you handle complex building renovations?
Yes, we've completed major upgrades for historic buildings, hospitals, and mission-critical infrastructure.
How do you ensure system efficiency?
We use 3-D modeling, CFD analysis, and energy code compliance tools to optimize performance before implementation.
