Meet the Owners 

Chris has had quite an interesting journey in his life. He grew up in Charlotte, NC. Chris was selected by the San Francisco Giants as a 1st round left handed pitcher straight out of high school. He played professional baseball for 6 years, during which he met his wife Jennifer. In 2003, Chris made the courageous decision to retire from the world of baseball, bidding farewell to the bright lights and embracing a new chapter alongside Jennifer. Together, they embarked on a heartfelt journey back to Asheville

 

After leaving baseball,  Chris started his career in HVAC with Ferguson Enterprises. He soon became a territory representative with Trane Parts and East Coast Metals. However, In 2020, Chris's entrepreneurial spirit ignited, and he decided to break free from the confines of the corporate world.  With a vision to provide exceptional service and cleaner air for the community, AVL Duct Scrubbers was born.  This new venture allowed Chris to combine his expertise in HVAC with his unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction.

 

Outside of work, Chris enjoys spending quality time with his wife of 24 years and their two daughters. When he's not busy with his job or family, you can often find Chris on the golf course or working on various projects around the house.

Jennifer's upbringing in Asheville and her extensive background in HVAC have shaped her career and personal life. Her father's journey in the industry began at Asheville Heating and Air when he was just 18 years old. Eventually, he started his own business in 1993, which grew to become one of the largest HVAC companies in WNC known as Bullman Heating & Air.

 

At the age of 12, Jennifer started working with her father in the office, gaining early exposure to the HVAC industry. After completing high school, she attended UNC Charlotte, where she met her husband, Chris. Following Chris's baseball career, Jennifer made the decision to return to Asheville and join her father's business. She trained under her dad and worked diligently for the family business.

 

In 2012, Jennifer's father retired, and she took on the responsibility of being the owner of the company. For a decade, she successfully managed and operated the business as an owner. However, in 2022, Jennifer was approached with an opportunity to sell the business. After almost 30 years of being involved in the family business, she decided it was time to pass the torch and pursue a new venture.

 

Jennifer made the choice to join her husband full-time and assist in running AVL Duct Scrubbers. This decision allowed her to combine her skills and experience in the HVAC industry with her dedication to supporting her husband's business. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys traveling, staying active through workouts, and embracing outdoor activities when the weather is warm. She also cherishes spending quality time with her two daughters.