What's your business worth?What's your HVAC business really worth?
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Every PE firm has its own proprietary scorecard, but after working with enough of them, the pattern becomes clear. They are all evaluating the same six dimensions. This article walks through the actual criteria that determine your offer.
HVAC shipments dropped 42% in September 2025. Heat pump and AC shipments fell for five consecutive months. But PE firms accounted for 50.6% of all HVAC M&A deals in H1 2025, and add-on acquisitions rose 88.2% year over year. The operational market is correcting. The M&A market is not.
Carrier is up 6%. Trane is up 10%. Copeland compressors jumped 17% to 40%. Every dollar of equipment cost you absorb instead of passing through is a dollar subtracted from your EBITDA. And at 4x to 8x EBITDA, that lost dollar does not cost you one dollar at exit. It costs you four to eight.
Financial disorganization is the number one reason HVAC deals fall apart or get repriced downward, costing sellers 15% to 25% in lost transaction value. This complete playbook shows you exactly how to clean up your books before going to market.
If you own an HVAC business and you are over 50, you are part of the largest wave of business ownership transitions in American history. McKinsey puts the number at 6 million businesses and $5 trillion in enterprise value by 2035. Here is what it means for HVAC owners.
Most HVAC owners wait until they receive an offer to start preparing for exit. By then, it's too late. This comprehensive 90-day checklist shows you exactly what to fix before going to market to maximize your valuation and avoid deal-killing issues during due diligence.
Blackstone just agreed to acquire Champions Group for a reported $2.5 billion at roughly 18.5x EBITDA. Here is what drove that premium and what it means for every HVAC owner planning an exit.
Private equity went from 8% to 23% of HVAC deals in one year. Here's what the consolidation wave means for independent contractors and owners considering an exit.
Private equity deal share in HVAC jumped from 8% to 23% in just one year. Here is what the major platforms are actually paying, which firms are buying, and how business size determines your multiple.
Calculating your HVAC business EBITDA is the first step toward understanding what buyers will pay. This guide walks you through the formulas, common adjustments, industry benchmarks, and how EBITDA directly impacts your exit value.
If your HVAC business cannot run without you for 30 days, you do not have a sellable company. The gap between owner-dependent and self-running businesses can mean $2 million or more in lost exit value.
The HVAC M&A market is the most active it has ever been. But does that mean you should sell now? This data-driven guide breaks down the timing question every HVAC owner eventually faces, with real transaction data, market indicators, and a framework for making the right call.
What does a buyer actually pay for an HVAC business your size? This data-driven analysis breaks down EBITDA multiples by annual earnings, revealing the massive valuation gap between a $500K EBITDA company and a $3M one—and what you can do to close it.
Understanding how buyers value HVAC companies is the first step toward maximizing your exit. This comprehensive guide breaks down the valuation methods, multiples, and factors that determine what your business is worth.
Private equity has transformed the HVAC M&A landscape. Understanding how PE buyers evaluate and structure deals can help you maximize your exit value and find the right partner.
The best HVAC business exits don't happen by accident. They're the result of careful planning that begins years before the actual sale. Here's your roadmap to a successful exit.
Recurring revenue from service agreements is the single most impactful factor in HVAC business valuation. Here's how to build a program that buyers will pay a premium for.
In a market with severe skilled labor shortages, your ability to attract and retain quality technicians directly impacts your business value. Here's what buyers evaluate and how to improve.
The debate between residential and commercial HVAC has significant implications for business value. Understanding the trade-offs helps you position your business for maximum exit value.
Due diligence can make or break your HVAC business sale. Being prepared with organized documentation speeds the process and builds buyer confidence.
The tax implications of selling your HVAC business can significantly impact your net proceeds. Understanding your options helps you keep more of what you've earned.
