DEERFIELD, IL, January 21, 2025 — PremiStar, a leader in commercial and industrial HVAC, plumbing, and building automation services, has partnered with Air Temp Mechanical, Connecticut’s largest independent commercial HVAC contractor. This partnership expands PremiStar’s national footprint to 16 states, strengthening its commitment to customers in the manufacturing, education, technology, healthcare, commercial/industrial, and property management segments.
Founded in 2001, Air Temp Mechanical is located in Central Connecticut. It provides energy services, HVAC/mechanical installation, maintenance and repairs, building controls, plumbing, and sheet metal fabrication to a diverse base of customers from Hartford to New Haven and the surrounding area. Led by founder Jeff Leone, the company has grown to 188 employees by providing unmatched service and support to customers in the educational, commercial, industrial, healthcare and government sectors.
“We’ve grown to become Connecticut’s leading, independent HVAC contractor by partnering with customers to provide 24 x 7 support by highly trained technicians and a fully integrated range of services designed to increase operational efficiency, reduce maintenance and energy costs, and improve comfort,” said Leone. “Joining PremiStar will help us continue to expand our services and footprint, provide career advancement opportunities for our teammates, and enable us to collaborate with PremiStar companies nationwide to advance best practices in our industry.”
“It is with great pride that I welcome the team at Air Temp Mechanical to the PremiStar family of companies,” said Joe Kirmser, CEO of PremiStar. “Jeff Leone and his team have created a culture of excellence centered around the needs of teammates, customers, and the communities they serve. These shared values, along with our investment in training, operational support, and advanced technologies, will help Air Temp and PremiStar continue to grow as beacons of innovation for our customers.”
About PremiStar
PremiStar, formerly Reedy Industries, operates 52 commercial HVAC, building automation, and plumbing branches across 16 states. PremiStar is transforming the industry by investing in leading regional owner-operators, extraordinary people, unique customer-centered solutions, and the communities it serves. With over 2,400 employees, PremiStar supports owners and managers of critical facilities in the commercial, municipal, educational, and industrial markets, helping them create more cost-effective, energy-efficient, and healthier environments.
Contact:
Bill Tamul, Vice President, M&A
Phone: 617.480.2085
Email: btamul@premistar.com