Commercial Exhaust Fan & Ventilation System Service — Vancouver Island
Exhaust fans and ventilation systems are the lungs of a commercial building — quietly managing air quality, controlling odours, removing heat and humidity, and maintaining the pressure relationships that keep every other mechanical system working correctly. When ventilation fails, it affects everything from tenant comfort to indoor air quality compliance. Foster Heating & Cooling’s Red Seal certified technicians provide Vancouver Island’s commercial buildings with expert exhaust and ventilation system installation, maintenance, and repair.
Ventilation is part of our complete mechanical scope. Exhaust fans, supply fans, make-up air units, energy recovery ventilators, rooftop ventilators, and all associated ductwork and controls — one call, one team, complete accountability.
Why Commercial Clients Choose Foster for Exhaust & Ventilation
- 40+ Red Seal certified technicians with commercial ventilation system experience
- Complete ventilation scope — exhaust fans, supply fans, MUA units, ERVs, and associated equipment
- Experience across all commercial building types: office, retail, restaurant, industrial, institutional
- Preventive maintenance programs to prevent failures and maintain indoor air quality compliance
- 24/7 emergency service — ventilation failures in kitchens and critical areas require immediate response
- Complete mechanical scope — ventilation plus HVAC, boilers, hydronics, and all ancillary equipment
Our Exhaust & Ventilation Services
Exhaust Fan Installation & Replacement
Supply and installation of commercial exhaust fans for all building types — rooftop exhaust fans, wall-mounted exhaust fans, inline duct fans, and centrifugal exhaust systems. We specify and supply the correct fan for your application, install to code, and commission to design airflow.
Restaurant Hood & Kitchen Exhaust
Commercial kitchen exhaust fan service, including rooftop exhaust fans, grease filters, grease trap cleaning, and make-up air balancing. Restaurant ventilation is safety-critical — our team understands the specific requirements of commercial kitchen exhaust systems.
Parkade & Underground Ventilation
Parkade exhaust and supply ventilation system service and maintenance, including CO monitoring systems, fan controls, and demand-controlled ventilation. Compliance with BC Building Code parkade ventilation requirements.
Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERV/HRV)
Commercial energy recovery ventilator installation, maintenance, and service. ERV and HRV systems recover energy from exhaust air to pre-condition incoming fresh air — reducing heating and cooling loads while maintaining indoor air quality.
Fan Motor & Drive Service
Fan motor replacement, belt and sheave service, variable frequency drive installation and service, and bearing replacement across all commercial fan equipment.
Ventilation Preventive Maintenance
Scheduled maintenance covering all building exhaust and supply fans — belt and bearing inspection, motor amp draws, airflow verification, grease and filter service, and controls verification. Preventive maintenance is the single most cost-effective way to avoid ventilation failures.
Ductwork Inspection & Repair
Commercial ductwork inspection, sealing, and repair to address air leakage, pressure imbalances, and indoor air quality issues.
24/7 Emergency Ventilation Service
Round-the-clock emergency response for ventilation failures. Kitchen exhaust failures, parkade ventilation failures, and critical building ventilation issues receive immediate priority dispatch.
