What LONG Building Technologies does

LONG Building Technologies is a privately held commercial building technology systems integrator founded in 1965 by Willis Long and headquartered in Littleton, Colorado. The company designs, engineers, installs, integrates, and services HVAC equipment, building automation systems, electronic security, fire alarm systems, and architectural envelope products (wall cladding, rainscreens, and metal panels) for commercial buildings. It operates 21 offices across 8 western US states (Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington, and Wyoming) and works with 100+ manufacturer partners including Daikin, Schneider Electric, Tridium, Belimo, LenelS2, and Axis Communications. Its customer base spans healthcare (Olympic Medical Center, Providence Health & Services, Middle Park Health, Primary Children's Hospital), education (University of Utah, Cornish College, multiple K-12 districts), government and corrections (post-Justice Systems acquisition), data centers, cleanrooms, and commercial real estate.

The business operates across six primary revenue streams: HVAC equipment sales (air distribution, hydronics, plumbing, chillers, heat pumps), recurring HVAC service contracts (preventative maintenance, repair, retrofits, 24/7 emergency), building automation and integration professional services, security solutions hardware and integration, parts distribution via the LONG PartsPros e-commerce channel, and architectural solutions project management. Pricing is project-based and quote-driven, with multi-year service agreements providing recurring revenue. Go-to-market combines a regional enterprise field-sales motion with a direct-to-consumer parts storefront, plus a recently launched analytics-enabled service overlay called Impact-Driven Service that uses AI and building data for predictive maintenance. As of October 1, 2024, the company acquired Justice Systems Corporation, a Washington-based design-build integrator of high-security PLC-based electronic security for corrections, public safety, and government facilities, which now operates as a wholly-owned subsidiary.

Ownership is founder/family-controlled with no disclosed institutional investors or PE backers. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the company is led by Jeff Long (President, CEO, and Chairman) and Pandora Dyer (CFO), with regional Vice Presidents including Daren Nelson (Montana) and Craig Engelbrecht. The company has been recognized as a Denver Post Top Workplace for 12 consecutive years (2015-present), a Great Place to Work certified company since 2017, and a USA Top Workplaces recipient since 2023.

Name

LONG Building Technologies

Legal name

LONG Building Technologies, Inc.

Website

http://long.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Privately held since 1965, LONG Building Technologies integrates HVAC, building automation, security, and HVAC service through 21 offices across 8 western US states. It serves enterprise and mid-market customers in healthcare, education, government, and data center sectors.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Building Technology Systems Integration

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220), Commercial and Institutional Building Construction (236220)

SIC

Electrical Work (1731), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC Service, Maintenance & Repair (BPABACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Controls, Thermostats, Sensors & Building Automation (HVAC Controls) (IMADANAH), Energy Services (Retrofits/Commissioning/Testing & Balancing) (IMAIABAI), Electrical Systems Maintenance (LV/MV, Switchgear, UPS) (BPABACAC)

Keywords

• Building automation systems
• Commercial HVAC services
• Security systems integration
• Building controls service
• Architectural cladding solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Anchorage

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices18 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Equipment Sales: Sale of commercial HVAC equipment including air distribution, hydronics, plumbing, chillers, heat pumps, and related systems to commercial building operators.
2. HVAC Service Contracts: Recurring service agreements covering HVAC repair, replacement, retrofits, preventative maintenance, scheduled visits, and 24/7 emergency service for commercial facilities.
3. Building Automation & Integration: Design, engineering, installation, and integration of building automation systems, building controls, building analytics, and fire alarm systems for commercial buildings.
4. Security Solutions: Commercial security system design, engineering, installation, and service including access control, video management, intrusion detection, mass notification, and unified electronic security systems.
5. HVAC & Security Parts: Direct sale of HVAC parts, building controls parts, and security parts through the LONG PartsPros platform, available online with quick shipping.
6. Architectural Solutions: Project management and installation of architectural building envelope products including wall cladding, metal panels, and rainscreen systems for commercial buildings.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

LONG Building Technologies operates as a commercial building technology systems integrator. It engineers, procures, installs, and services HVAC equipment, building automation systems, security solutions, fire alarm systems, architectural wall cladding, and replacement parts for commercial buildings across 8 western US states. Services are delivered through 21 regional offices backed by manufacturer partnerships with 100+ brands.

Product overview

LONG Building Technologies operates as a commercial building technology systems integrator offering an integrated portfolio of services rather than a single software product. The core offering combines Building Automation (engineering, system integration, and maintenance of building control systems), HVAC Equipment (procurement, design, and fulfillment of commercial heating/cooling systems), HVAC Service (repair, replacement, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 emergency response), Security Solutions (design-build integration of access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, and alarm systems), Parts (LONG PartsPros for HVAC/controls/security components), Impact-Driven Service (AI and analytics-enabled performance optimization), Fire Alarm Solutions (code-compliant detection systems), and Architectural Solutions (wall cladding, rainscreens, and architectural metal panels). The recently acquired Justice Systems subsidiary adds specialized high-security PLC-controlled security systems for government and justice facilities. The company distributes and works with equipment from 100+ manufacturer partners including Daikin, Schneider Electric, Tridium, Belimo, Axis Communications, and LenelS2. Services are delivered through 21 offices across 8 U.S. states (Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Oregon, Utah, Washington, Wyoming).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Building Automation System integration service that engineers, installs, and maintains building automation systems. These systems act as the brain of commercial buildings, integrating and controlling HVAC, lighting, and other building systems for smart facility management. Includes installation, system design and integration, building analytics, and controls service and maintenance.
• HVAC Equipment Commercial HVAC equipment provision including sizing, selection, project design, and post-project support. Equipment categories include air distribution, hydronics, plumbing, chillers, heat pumps, and specialized solutions for data centers, education, commercial real estate, and agricultural markets. Combines equipment procurement and fulfillment with expert consultation.
• HVAC Service Ongoing maintenance and repair services for commercial HVAC systems. Includes HVAC repair, replacement, retrofits, preventative maintenance, scheduled visits, and 24/7 emergency service. Certified mechanical technicians maintain commercial equipment functionality and building comfort.
• Security Solutions Commercial security system design, engineering, installation, and service. Provides both on-premises and cloud-based solutions for access control, video management systems, intrusion detection systems, mass notification systems, and weapons detection. Expanded through the Justice Systems acquisition to include high-security PLC-based controls for corrections, public safety, and government facilities.
• LONG PartsPros (Parts) HVAC, building controls, and security parts procurement service. The PartsPros team provides quick shipping and online parts purchasing for replacement components needed in commercial building systems, available through an e-commerce storefront.
• Impact-Driven Service Data-driven building performance optimization service that uses AI and building analytics to proactively maintain and optimize commercial building systems. Integrates building automation data to deliver predictive maintenance and operational insights.
• Fire Alarm Solutions Fire alarm system installation and service to achieve code compliance and faster threat detection for commercial facilities.
• Architectural Solutions Expert project management service for realizing aesthetic building design. Includes wall cladding systems (ACM, MCM, HPL, fiber cement, metal panels, wood panels), rainscreens, and architectural louvers. Encompasses product selection guidance, technical specifications, and installation management.

Quantifiable outcome

• Preventative HVAC maintenance can drop total operating costs 10-40%, including fewer repairs, better efficiency, and less emergency work
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration10 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Justice Systems CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 October 2024Acquired by LONG Building Technologies as of October 1, 2024. Justice Systems is a design-build integrator of unified electronic security systems (video surveillance, access control, alarms) combined with high-security PLC-based controls, specializing in justice, public safety, and government facilities. The acquisition expands LONG's security solutions offerings and enables entry into the government and justice facilities market.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• EMCOR Group: Largest publicly traded mechanical and electrical services contractor in the US, providing HVAC, building automation, security, and facility services across all 50 states. Operates as a much larger-scale version of LONG's commercial building technology integrator model.
• Carrier Global: Global HVAC, refrigeration, and building automation company with the Carrier Comfort Solutions Network. Overlaps with LONG on commercial HVAC equipment distribution, service, and controls integration.
• Siemens Smart Infrastructure: Global provider of building automation (Desigo), HVAC, security, and energy management solutions. Competes with LONG for large commercial and institutional building technology integration mandates.
• ABM Industries: National facility services provider including HVAC maintenance, building automation support, and janitorial/security services. Comparable recurring-revenue facility services model across a national footprint.
• Johnson Controls: Global building automation, HVAC, and security systems incumbent with the Metasys platform and OpenBlue digital suite. Competes head-to-head with LONG's Building Automation and Impact-Driven Service offerings, with vastly larger R&D and global reach.
• Honeywell Building Technologies: Honeywell's building technologies division provides HVAC controls, building automation, and security solutions globally. Direct competitor to LONG on building automation integration projects and a major manufacturer partner across the industry.
• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC equipment manufacturer and service provider with Trane Building Advantage building management platform. Competes both as an equipment manufacturer partner and as a direct service provider overlapping LONG's HVAC service and equipment offerings.

Direct peers

• Murphy Company: Regional mechanical contractor headquartered in Denver with HVAC, plumbing, and building automation services across the Rocky Mountain region. Direct competitor for the same enterprise and institutional customers LONG serves in Colorado and adjacent states.
• Comfort Systems USA: National HVAC mechanical services contractor providing installation, renovation, maintenance, and building automation services to commercial and industrial customers. Closest publicly traded analog to LONG's regional HVAC/automation service model.
• Haynes Mechanical Systems: Regional mechanical contractor based in Colorado serving commercial, healthcare, and industrial customers across the western US with HVAC, plumbing, and building automation services. Closely comparable regional mechanical/building technology integrator to LONG.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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