What Aqua Plumbing and Air Services does

Aqua Plumbing & Air Services is a family-owned home services contractor headquartered at 8283 Vico Court, Sarasota, Florida, founded in 1974 and operating as a single corporate entity (Aqua Plumbing & Air Services, Inc.) across Sarasota and Manatee counties. The company delivers an integrated portfolio of plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and water treatment services to residential and commercial customers through a fleet of more than 100 fully-stocked service vehicles staffed by NATE-certified technicians under a Master Plumber owner. Specialty technical capabilities include XRF lead detection, trenchless sewer line repair, high-pressure water jetting, reverse osmosis water purification, UV germicidal lamps, and Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer installations, with the Carrier President's Award and a Carrier Award for R-410a installations supporting premium positioning. Service availability is 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, including emergency response for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical issues common to Florida's climate.

Revenue is generated through a hybrid model that combines transactional service calls (repairs, installations, emergency diagnostics, and equipment sales such as water treatment hardware) with recurring subscription plans: Plumbing Advantage ($279/yr), Air Advantage ($119/yr), Electrical Advantage ($149/yr), Water Treatment Advantage ($479/yr), and the comprehensive AQUA One Advantage Plan ($399/yr). Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer via phone-based dispatch (941-366-7676) and website scheduling, augmented by a commercial field sales motion for new construction HVAC, industrial HVAC, building controls automation, mechanical and electrical construction, and chillers, supported by Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer status. Distribution extends across 20+ dedicated service area pages, with EV charger installation (Levels 1-3), Generac whole-home generators, WiFi thermostat integration (Nest, Ecobee, Sensi), and indoor air quality products added as adjacent growth lines.

Reputation and brand tenure form a central intangible asset, evidenced by a 4.9/5 Google rating across 7,000+ reviews, 52+ years of continuous operation, and family ownership. Active marketing channels include Google Business Profile, an Expert Tips content blog, promotional codes (SAVE25, WIFISTAT, FREEH20), referral programs, community sponsorships (Bob Rizi Memorial Golf Classic), and YouTube/multimedia content. Certifications include Florida state contractor licenses CAC1816020 (air conditioning), CFC1428223 (plumbing), and EC13009313 (electrical), as well as Better Business Bureau accreditation, NATE technician certification, and Carrier President's Award status. The company is privately held with no disclosed funding rounds, parent company, subsidiaries, or external investors, and no M&A activity, leadership changes, or regulatory actions are recorded in the available data.

Name

Aqua Plumbing and Air Services

Legal name

Aqua Plumbing & Air Services, Inc.

Website

https://aquaplumbingsarasota.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Aqua Plumbing & Air Services is a family-owned Sarasota, Florida home services contractor delivering plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and water treatment services to residential and commercial customers across 20+ service areas via a 100+ truck fleet and NATE-certified technicians, with 24/7 emergency availability.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Sarasota

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Plumbing Services: One-time and emergency plumbing services including repairs, installations, repiping, sewer lines, water heaters, and fixture installation. Revenue generated per service call with upfront pricing.
2. HVAC Services: Heating, cooling, AC repair, AC installation, heat pump services, mini-split systems, and indoor air quality solutions. Revenue from installation projects and service calls.
3. Electrical Services: General electrical, EV charger installation, generators, lighting, ceiling fans, carbon monoxide detectors, electrical panel upgrades for residential and commercial properties.
4. Maintenance Plans (Recurring): Annual subscription-based maintenance plans including Plumbing Advantage ($279/yr), Air Advantage ($119/yr), Electrical Advantage ($149/yr), Water Treatment Advantage ($479/yr), and comprehensive AQUA One Advantage ($399/yr). Plans include priority service, discounts, and annual inspections.
5. Water Treatment Systems: Water softener installation, reverse osmosis systems, whole-house filtration, and water monitoring systems. Revenue from equipment installation and ongoing maintenance.
6. Commercial Services: Building controls automation, chillers, mechanical and electrical construction, and industrial HVAC services for commercial clients.
7. Emergency Services: 24/7 emergency response for plumbing, HVAC, and electrical emergencies. Additional emergency diagnostic fees may apply for after-hours service.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Aqua Plumbing and Air Services delivers plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and water treatment services to residential and commercial customers across Sarasota and Manatee counties. The company operates a fleet of over 100 fully-stocked service trucks and dispatches NATE-certified technicians for repairs, installations, repiping, sewer line work, water heater replacement, AC/heat pump installation, electrical panel upgrades, generators, and EV chargers, with 24/7 emergency availability. It also sells annual AQUA Advantage maintenance plans covering plumbing, air, electrical, and water treatment.

Product overview

Aqua Plumbing & Air is a family-owned home services company offering a comprehensive portfolio of integrated services across plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and water treatment. The company operates as a single unified service offering rather than a platform-plus-modules architecture, providing both residential and commercial services. Core service categories include Plumbing Services (lead detection, drain cleaning, repiping, water heaters, sewer lines, water treatment), HVAC Services (cooling, heating, heat pumps, air purifiers, dehumidifiers, UV lamps, mini splits), Electrical Services (EV chargers, generators, panel upgrades), and Commercial Services (building automation, chillers, construction). The company also offers maintenance plans including the AQUA One Advantage Plan (comprehensive), AQUA Plumbing Advantage Plan, AQUA Air Advantage Plan, AQUA Electrical Advantage Plan, and AQUA Water Treatment Advantage Plan. All services are delivered through a fleet of over 100 fully-stocked trucks by NATE-certified technicians, with 24/7 emergency availability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Plumbing Services Full-service residential and commercial plumbing including drain cleaning, repiping, sewer line repair and replacement, water heater installation and repair, and water treatment systems.
• HVAC Services Heating, cooling, indoor air quality, ventilation, heat pump, mini-split, WiFi thermostat, dehumidifier, UV lamp, and duct services for residential and commercial properties, with Carrier factory-authorized installations.
• Electrical Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Save an average of $1000/year on parts through AQUA Advantage maintenance plans
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Carrier (Factory Authorized Dealer)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAqua Plumbing & Air is a Factory Authorized Carrier Dealer, providing Carrier HVAC systems with access to factory warranties, training, and support. The relationship enables them to offer premium Carrier equipment for residential and commercial installations. They won Carrier President's Award and the Carrier Award for installing more R-410a systems than any other contractor in Florida.
• CarriercoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCarrier relationship includes President's Award recognition and exclusive access to Carrier's product line, training resources, and manufacturer warranties. Enables Aqua to position themselves as premium HVAC installers with factory-backed support.
• North American Technician Excellence (NATE)coreTechnology or IntegrationNATE certification ensures technicians have demonstrated knowledge and competency in HVAC installation and service. All technicians are NATE-certified, providing customers assurance of technical expertise.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Roto-Rooter: National plumbing, drain cleaning, and water restoration franchise serving residential and commercial customers. Directly comparable to Aqua as a multi-trade home services provider, but operating at national scale rather than regional concentration.
• ABC Home & Commercial Services: Large multi-trade home services provider offering plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and pest control across Texas and growing markets. Comparable full-service model to Aqua with a stronger commercial tilt and broader geographic footprint.
• Neighborly (Mr. Rooter, One Hour, Ben Franklin parent): Multi-brand home services franchisor operating Mr. Rooter, One Hour, Ben Franklin Plumbing, and other home service brands. Relevant as the dominant consolidator in the same trade verticals Aqua operates in, with franchise and acquisition-driven expansion strategy.

Direct peers

• Mr. Rooter Plumbing: Neighborly-owned plumbing franchise offering residential and commercial plumbing services with similar upfront pricing and emergency availability. Comparable service model and customer base to Aqua's plumbing line, with broader geographic reach via franchising.
• One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning: Neighborly-owned HVAC franchise focused on heating and cooling repair, installation, and maintenance for residential customers. Directly comparable to Aqua's HVAC service line in business model, customer type, and on-demand service delivery.
• Ben Franklin Plumbing: Neighborly-owned national plumbing franchise emphasizing punctuality, upfront pricing, and residential service. Closely mirrors Aqua's plumbing offering with similar trade dress around on-time guarantees and professional service standards.

Regional players

• CoolToday: Florida-based residential and commercial HVAC, plumbing, and electrical provider serving the Tampa Bay, Sarasota, and Southwest Florida region. Directly comparable to Aqua given overlapping service territory, similar multi-trade offering, and Florida climate focus.
• Del-Air Heating and Air Conditioning: Florida-based HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services provider serving Central and Southwest Florida markets. Comparable multi-trade residential services portfolio and Florida-specific climate expertise, competing directly with Aqua in overlapping zip codes.
• Lee Company: Tennessee-based residential and commercial HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services provider with a similar family-owned heritage and large field technician workforce. Comparable integrated home services model but operating in a different geography (Tennessee/Mid-South) than Aqua.

Others

• Carrier: Global HVAC manufacturer and Aqua's primary equipment partner. Not a direct competitor — included as an ecosystem reference since Aqua's HVAC revenue, technician training, and warranty program are tightly coupled to Carrier's product line and dealer program.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks4 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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