About Us

Your Trusted Partner in HVAC Solutions

Who We Are

GavAir is a leading South African HVAC engineering company specialising in industrial, commercial, and domestic climate control solutions. Based in KwaZulu-Natal (Bluff, Durban), we combine deep technical expertise with a bold vision: to engineer comfort — sustainably, reliably, and intelligently.

Our leadership includes Gavin Thomas (Managing Director) and a skilled team of HVAC engineers, refrigeration technicians, project managers, and support staff. Over the years, we’ve built a reputation for precision, innovation, and long-term service partnerships.

Our Mission

To design, install, and maintain HVAC systems that optimise energy use, reduce environmental impact, and deliver reliable comfort — no matter how demanding the context.

Our Vision

To be South Africa’s go-to HVAC engineering partner — trusted for technical excellence, sustainability, and service integrity across industry, commerce, and homes.

Our Values

Technical rigour

We don’t “rule of thumb” it. We model, simulate, and verify.

Sustainability first

Low-GWP refrigerants, demand-responsive control, renewable integration.

Client empowerment

Transparent processes, knowledge transfer, maintenance planning.

Long-term Commitment

From commissioning to after-sales care.

Innovation & Adaptability

Staying ahead with IoT, green technologies, and flexibility

Why Choose GavAir?

In-house Engineering & Design

We own the technical process (no outsourcing of core design).

Local climate & load conditions

Systems sized and optimized for South African conditions and buildings.

Green-conscious solutions

Integration of renewable cooling, heat recovery, and modern refrigerants.

Proactive maintenance & longevity

Systems designed with life-cycle thinking, with preventative maintenance built in.

Comprehensive service span

From domestic split systems to large chillers and commercial-scale HVAC.

Strong local footprint

Multiple regional facilities: Bluff Road, Refinery Drive (Prospection), Singum Road (Nkwazi) in KZN

Leading HVAC Services in KZN

Our Journey & Footprint

GavAir has steadily expanded from a regional HVAC contractor to a full-fledged solutions house servicing clients across KZN and beyond. With a balance of small-scale residential jobs and large commercial / industrial contracts, we bring flexibility without compromising on professionalism.

Team & Expertise

Every GavAir project is backed by certified HVAC engineers, refrigeration specialists, controls and instrumentation experts, and support technicians. We invest continuously in training, safety, and certifications to meet evolving standards.

Sustainability

We see environmental responsibility as integral, not optional. By favouring low-GWP refrigerants, enabling systems to respond to grid signals, and advising clients on energy savings, we help them hit carbon & ESG targets.