Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Solutions in London, ON
Chorley & Bisset is a mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm established in 1973. We have delivered innovative solutions for thousands of institutional, academic, industrial, and commercial projects. Our expertise spans HVAC, plumbing, fire safety, power systems, and sustainable design. With offices in London and Ottawa, we serve clients across Canada through a team of 60 professionals, including 13 registered engineers and seven LEED Accredited Professionals.Our commitment to quality is reflected in awards like the CAGBC New Construction Award and Lab of the Year Special Mention. We prioritize ownership continuity, with over a dozen employee-shareholders ensuring long-term client value. Our work integrates decarbonization strategies and cutting-edge technology to meet evolving industry standards.
Services
HVAC Systems
Plumbing Design
Fire Safety
Power Distribution
Lighting Design
Medical Gas Systems
Building Decarbonization
Security Systems
Laboratory Engineering
Renewable Energy
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in institutional and commercial engineering.
- Our team includes 13 registered Professional Engineers and 7 LEED Accredited Professionals.
- We pioneered sustainable design with projects like the LEED Platinum Amit Chakma Engineering Building.
- Our employee-owned structure ensures long-term commitment to client satisfaction.
- We've earned industry recognition including the CAGBC New Construction Award.
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professionals
Services
HVAC Systems
Our HVAC solutions balance energy efficiency with system longevity through customized mechanical designs. We specialize in selecting systems that match building usage patterns while maintaining flexibility for future modifications. Our engineers optimize heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to reduce operational costs while maintaining occupant comfort across institutional, academic, and commercial facilities.
Plumbing Design
We design comprehensive plumbing and specialized piping systems for diverse applications. Our expertise includes medical gas distribution, laboratory waste management, and industrial fluid handling. We ensure code compliance while addressing unique requirements for potable water systems, gas piping, and specialized drainage in healthcare, education, and industrial environments through precision engineering.
Fire Safety
Our fire protection engineering covers alarm systems, sprinkler networks, and suppression systems tailored to building requirements. We integrate life safety systems with overall building infrastructure to ensure reliable performance. Our designs meet regulatory standards while prioritizing occupant safety in commercial, institutional, and industrial facilities through comprehensive risk assessment and system validation.
Power Distribution
We engineer robust power systems for normal and emergency operations in complex facilities. Our designs address reliability requirements for critical infrastructure through strategic equipment selection and system architecture. We specialize in electrical distribution for healthcare facilities, research labs, and commercial buildings, ensuring uninterrupted power supply with appropriate redundancy and safety measures.
Lighting Design
Our lighting solutions combine energy efficiency with architectural aesthetics using advanced design tools. We create lighting plans that enhance functionality while reducing energy consumption. We specialize in adaptive lighting systems for educational institutions, healthcare facilities, and commercial spaces, balancing practical requirements with creative design elements to support building occupants' needs.
People
Jeff Prevett
Ottawa Office Manager
Oversees Ottawa operations with extensive regional project experience. Leads eastern Ontario expansion efforts while maintaining technical excellence in engineering solutions for academic and institutional clients.
Dennis Dawe
Director
Active in Ottawa office oversight, providing strategic direction for eastern Ontario projects. Ensures quality control and technical standards alignment with the firm's core values and engineering excellence.
Jeff Watson
Director
Supports Ottawa expansion as senior director, maintaining focus on client satisfaction and project delivery standards. Brings decades of engineering experience to eastern Ontario market development.
John Bisset
Co-Founder
Active in special projects as co-founder. Provides technical guidance and maintains engineering standards established since the firm's 1973 inception. Contributes to mentorship and quality assurance initiatives.
Questions
What engineering services do you specialize in?
We specialize in mechanical and electrical systems for institutional, academic, and commercial buildings including HVAC, plumbing, fire safety, power distribution, and sustainable design solutions.
Do you handle large-scale renovation projects?
Yes, we've completed major renovations for universities, hospitals, and government facilities including system upgrades while maintaining operational continuity during construction phases.
Are you experienced with sustainable design?
Our team includes seven LEED Accredited Professionals. We've delivered multiple LEED-certified projects and focus on decarbonization strategies for net-zero building systems.
Do you work outside Ontario?
While our offices are in London and Ottawa, we've completed projects across Canada including healthcare facilities in Alberta and educational institutions in Quebec.
How do you ensure project quality?
Our employee-owned structure ensures accountability. All projects undergo multi-tier reviews by registered engineers, with senior staff directly involved in technical decision-making.
Can you handle complex technical requirements?
Our engineers have completed specialized projects including laboratory cleanrooms, animal research facilities, and secure IT environments requiring advanced technical expertise and code compliance.
