Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted Engineering Partner in Hampstead, MD
A Squared Plus Engineering Support Group (A2+ESG) has been delivering comprehensive engineering solutions since 2008. Based in Hampstead, Maryland, we specialize in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and information transportation systems for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional projects. Our team combines technical expertise with practical experience to create sustainable, code-compliant designs tailored to client needs. With decades of combined industry experience, we offer full-service engineering including CAD drafting, construction administration, cost analysis, and LEED consulting. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through certifications like MBE/DBE and active participation in professional organizations such as ASHRAE and ASPE.We serve clients across Maryland and surrounding regions, maintaining strong community ties through initiatives like the MS Walk and Alzheimer's Walk. Our engineers hold multiple professional credentials including PE, CPD, and LEED accreditation. We prioritize client collaboration, ensuring projects meet functional requirements while optimizing system efficiency and longevity. Our portfolio includes diverse projects from office renovations to specialized healthcare facilities. This combination of technical excellence, community engagement, and client-focused service defines our approach to engineering solutions.
Services
HVAC Design
Plumbing Design
Power Distribution
Lighting Design
Fire Suppression
Security Systems
Sustainable Design
Construction Inspections
Cost Analysis
CAD Conversion
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years of engineering experience since 2008
- Our team holds LEED and multiple professional engineering certifications
- We provide full-service MEP/IT engineering solutions
- We maintain active ASHRAE and ASPE professional affiliations
- Our engineers have specialized expertise in system retrofits
Services
HVAC Design
Our HVAC design services create energy-efficient climate control solutions for new construction and system retrofits. We specialize in split systems, rooftop units, and variable air volume configurations. Our engineers optimize thermal comfort while meeting ASHRAE standards and local code requirements.
Plumbing Design
We design comprehensive plumbing systems including domestic water distribution and sanitary waste management. Our solutions integrate with existing infrastructure while ensuring code compliance and water efficiency for residential and commercial applications.
Power Distribution
Our electrical design services cover utility power distribution, emergency lighting, and equipment circuitry. We implement metered power solutions and raceway systems for voice/data cabling in both new and renovated facilities.
Fire Suppression
We provide fire suppression system design including wet-pipe sprinklers and detection systems. Our solutions meet NFPA standards while integrating with building modifications and tenant space requirements.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design services incorporate LEED consulting and life-cycle analysis. We develop energy-efficient mechanical systems and water-saving plumbing solutions that reduce environmental impact while maintaining operational effectiveness.
People
Sherry A. Abbott-Adkins
President/CEO
Licensed Professional Engineer with LEED accreditation and 25+ years in MEP engineering. Active ASHRAE member since 1997, holding multiple leadership roles. Specializes in sustainable design and system retrofits.
Raymond C. Adkins
Senior Engineer
Certified Professional Engineer with RCDD and LEED credentials. Expertise in information transportation systems and electrical infrastructure. Holds multiple engineering certifications including BEAP and ESS.
Questions
What engineering services do you offer?
We provide mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and information transportation system design for new construction and renovations.
Do you handle commercial renovations?
Yes, we specialize in tenant fit-outs and system retrofits for office, healthcare, and industrial spaces.
Are you LEED certified?
Our firm offers LEED consulting services, and our engineers hold LEED professional accreditations.
What geographic areas do you serve?
We operate throughout Maryland, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington D.C.
Do you have experience with historic buildings?
Yes, we've completed projects involving historic structures while maintaining code compliance and system modernization.
Can you assist with construction administration?
Yes, we provide construction administration services including site observations and system analysis.
