About Vashon Heating & Cooling
"HVAC work runs deep in my family—it's been our way of taking care of people's homes for generations."
My dad George started with Seattle Heating back in the early '60s, and he taught my oldest brother Bugs everything he knew. My brother Joe learned from Bugs, and when it was my turn, Joe took me under his wing as his apprentice at Gas Appliance Service in Seattle. I spent years learning the craft alongside him, then headed to Brudvik School of Refrigeration in 1980 to really understand the why behind the work I was already doing.
Jane and I took the leap and started our own company in 1981, serving folks throughout the Seattle area. But something special happened in the mid-'90s—Vashon residents started asking if we'd bring our services to the island. When we made that move in 1996, it felt like coming home. Our neighbors here weren't just customers; they became part of our extended family. Looking back, deciding to focus on caring for island homes was one of the best choices we ever made.
Vashon has been such a great place to work and live. It became very apparent that I should be spending my time taking care of people on Vashon. The Island has provided a good life for Jane, me, and our four children. What I really like about my work is that doing a great job will save my customers a lot of money in utility costs. It is also a really great feeling to come to the rescue when things stop working on that cold day, bringing people warmth. Not having to catch that ferry every day has also been a great blessing.
I have to say; the most prized benefit is that I am able to consider many of my customers as my friends. What more can a man ask for?"
-Dan Schmaus, Owner
We are grateful for many years of serving Vashon Island and its people!
We are members of:
Click here to reach out to Vashon Heating & Cooling.