Elite Mechanical Systems, LLC is a full service Air Conditioning, Heating, Heating Repair, and Plumbing company serving Pensacola and the surrounding areas. Elite Mechanical was founded by Michael Solliday in February 2014. Michael has 30-years experience in the HVAC & Plumbing industries starting in Demopolis, AL. In 2004, Michael joined a well-known local mechanical contracting company here in Pensacola, FL. But his dream has always been to have his own mechanical/plumbing contracting business; so joined by two of his brothers and Greg Parsons, Michael opened Elite Mechanical in 2014. Yes, we are a new company, but we are the same people who have been serving you for the past 10-years – just with a new name and at a new location.

To use our industry experience and expertise to give our customers air conditioning, heating, and plumbing service, advice, and design methods which will significantly improve their indoor efficiency, comfort, and quality with operational savings; but most of all “Peace of Mind.”

Michael started in the air conditioning, heating and plumbing industry when he was 16-years old working in the maintenance department at the local hospital in Demopolis, AL. He went to work with the Jennings Service Co. in 1992 as the Operations Manager/Project Manager over millions of dollars of work that reached over (16) states. In 1998 he became a stockholder where he finished his tenure as Vice-President. In 2004, he joined a local mechanical contracting company here in Pensacola where he managed the day-to-day operations of the company. At points, he oversaw in excess of $20-Million of work and over 200 people. In 2014, Michael started Elite Mechanical Systems, LLC is a Certified Mechanical/Plumbing Contractor in the State of Florida and licensed to do work in the Alabama and Mississippi.

Daniel’s expertise is in Sheet Metal, Welding, and Piping. With over 22-years’ experience working in the field and as an Operations Manager, he brings a wealth of knowledge and skill-set to Elite Mechanical’s Team. “Doc” is very safety oriented and holds an OSHA 30-HR certification as well as a Certified Rigger and Equipment Operator.

James graduated from Marengo County Vocational Center with a certification in HVAC, Welding, and Piping; He is also a Certified Alabama Master Plumber and Gas Fitter. With 19-years’ experience, he has the expertise and “think outside the box” mind-set to accomplish amazing results with any problem presented to him.

A graduate of the University of West Florida, Greg has a degree in Engineering Technology/Construction Management. Greg was previously with the same local mechanical contracting company as Michael. Greg is one of the founding members of Elite Mechanical using his expertise as a project manager to not only complete jobs on-time and under-budget, but to give our customers the high quality job of value, comfort, and efficiency

Todd is no stranger to this area or this industry. He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our company more than 16-years of combined estimating experience which includes Plan & Spec, Design/Build, and Design Assist projects as well as “Value Engineering.” He has worked with the Federal Government, State and Local Governments, Military, Industrial Plants, Schools, Universities, Restaurants, Banks, Retail Stores, Hospitals, Medical Facilities, as well as Multi-family and Residential applications. Todd is also classified as a “Green Building” authority with his LEED AP BD+C accreditation.

With over 10-years’ experience, we are proud to have Jamie Brooks as our Plumbing Service Manager. Jamie started in Plumbing in 2008. In addition to master plumbing skills, Jamie has accreditation in water purification and filtration, green plumbing, tankless and heat pump water heaters, high efficiency and solar thermal water heaters, and rain harvesting. Jamie’s experience is drawn from his years of experience in the field on projects ranging from residential service and new home construction to public schools and colleges, fire stations, store fronts, and commercial projects. We strive to provide the highest amount of customer service and satisfaction, and we are very confident that Jamie is more than capable of providing this to our customers. Call Jamie if you have a plumbing project you need help with.

Rob has over 40-years’ experience in the HVAC industry starting as a Service Technician in the US Navy while serving on the USS Lexington stationed here in Pensacola. He has extensive experience on industrial chiller systems of most makes and models. Having spent many years in the commercial side of business, he will, in most cases, give timely and accurate advice to address problems with cooling and heating issues. Robert holds a Group-5 unlimited license in the state of South Carolina and a Class-A unlimited license in the State of Florida as well as Master Gas Installer and a member of ASHRAE. He holds numerous certificates (far too many to list) of technical courses taken to stay on top of the ever-increasing complexity of modern HVAC equipment, which includes Manual J load calculation certified by Gulf Power, and OHSA safety training. Robert is completely dedicated to complete customer satisfaction and has a hard-earned reputation of going the extra mile to get the job done!

David Brown began his HVAC career in 1989 working at a family owned HVAC/R parts and supply distributor. He started first in deliveries and parts counter. Then ultimately became a Territory Manager for the Baldwin County AL Market and helped it to grow into (5) additional counties of responsibility. After 18 years on the distributor side of the business, David had an opportunity to learn the HVAC contractor side of the commercial and industrial business. He had the opportunity to work for a large mechanical contractor in the Mobile and Pensacola area, for 8- years where he was promoted to Team Leader. He then joined the Elite Mechanical team in 2016 as Senior Sales Engineer. His responsibility is to help existing and new commercial/industrial businesses lower their operating costs and reduce equipment failures.

David leads a small financial group at his church. He serves his community, by appointment, as Vice-Chair to the Board of Adjustment. He is also on the Public Education Building Authority as Secretary in addition to serving on the Public Safety Advisory Board.

David is married and has two sons. His interests include restoring classic muscle cars, basketball and serving in his church.

Favorite quote- “Never be afraid to try something new. Remember, amateurs built the Ark. Professionals built the Titanic.”

If you have not had an opportunity to drop by and see us, please do! We would like to take you on a tour of our facility and chat about “old times” and “great times to come.”

We are located in Ellyson Park – going north on Davis Highway, turn right on Copter Road which dead-ends into Grow Drive. Turn right on Grow and we are a short distance down on the left at 8804 Grow Drive. Look to see you soon!

Call Elite Mechanical for Air Conditioning, Heating, and Plumbing Service and Repairs!