Corporate Leadership

Matt began his career in the family business while still in college. After earning a Business and Finance degree from Mount St. Mary’s University in 1988, he joined the company full-time and progressed through roles including Foreman, Project Manager, Division Manager, and COO, before becoming President in 1998. Under his leadership, the company has enhanced service quality through technology, corporate restructuring, and strategic division focus. Matt also serves on the boards of Blue Ridge Bank, the State of Maryland HVACR, and the Trinity School.

Fred joined R.W. Warner in 1988 after a decade in public and corporate accounting, including a role in Marriott’s Corporate Finance Department managing fixed asset accounting for the Courtyard and Howard Johnson brands. As CFO, he oversees finance and administration across all operating entities. He played a key role in expanding the company’s bonding capacity through advanced job accounting methods. Fred is a Certified Public Accountant and a graduate of The American University.

Joe joined R.W. Warner in 1989 and brings over two decades of construction accounting experience. He helped establish the company’s accounting and information systems to support multi-division growth and still oversees daily operations, system integration, and reporting. Joe is a CPA and a graduate of West Virginia Wesleyan College and the University of Maryland.
About Us
Founded in 1937, R.W. Warner, Inc. is a third-generation, family-owned business built on a legacy of value, quality, and integrity. What began as a small plumbing operation in a family kitchen has grown into one of the region’s leading mechanical contracting firms. Over the decades, we’ve expanded through strategic growth and innovation, offering complete mechanical solutions across residential, commercial, industrial, and government sectors. Today, under the leadership of Matt Warner, we remain committed to delivering trusted service while embracing cutting-edge technology and honoring the principles that have guided us since day one.

FAQs
Find answers to common questions about our services and how we can assist you.
R.W. Warner, Inc. is a family-owned construction and mechanical contracting firm based in Frederick, Maryland, offering plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and general contracting services across multiple industries.
We serve a wide range of industries, including residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and government sectors. Our team is equipped to handle everything from home services to large-scale mechanical and construction projects.
R.W. Warner, Inc. is located in Frederick, Maryland, where it has maintained a strong presence since its founding. This central location allows the company to efficiently serve clients across Western Maryland, Northern Virginia, and parts of West Virginia, supporting a wide range of residential, commercial, and industrial projects.
Our company comprises several specialized divisions:
- Williams Electric – Electrical contracting services
- Warner Mechanical – HVAC and plumbing solutions
- Warner Construction – General contracting and construction management
- Kaempf & Harris Sheet Metal – State-of-the-art sheet metal fabrication and installation services
Our website serves as a central hub to direct you to the appropriate division. To connect with the appropriate division for your project, please contact us through one of the following methods:
Phone: (301) 662-5387
Email: info@rwwarner.com
Contact: Contact Us
Our team will direct your inquiry to the relevant division, be it Warner Construction, Warner Industrial, Warner Mechanical, Warner Service, or Kaempf & Harris to ensure your project's specific requirements are met efficiently.
Our main office is situated at : 217 Monroe Avenue
Frederick, Maryland 21701 where we coordinate our operations and support projects across the region.

