Caldeco

What Caldeco does

Caldeco Mechanical Services, Inc. (d/b/a Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating) is a family-owned HVAC service company headquartered at 1709 N. Howard Avenue, Tampa, Florida, founded in 1989 and operating continuously for 35+ years. The company provides residential and commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services across Hillsborough, Pasco, and Pinellas counties in the Tampa Bay area, covering 30+ cities including Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Brandon, Wesley Chapel, and Valrico. Its core offerings are AC repair (including 24/7 emergency service with diagnostics starting at $99), AC maintenance via tiered Energy Savings Agreement plans ($149.95–$229.95 annually), and AC system installation ($5,500–$9,000 for central air, plus $2,000–$5,000 for ductwork). As a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and 11-time Carrier President's Award winner, the company sells and installs Carrier Infinity, Performance, and Comfort Series systems plus mini-split ductless units, with consumer financing through the Wells Fargo Carrier credit card.

The company employs a team of approximately 50+ people organized into seven functional groups: Administration (President/CEO Rick Caldevilla Sr. plus four others), Customer Service (8+ representatives led by Manager Denise Ankenbauer), On-Demand Service (10+ technicians led by Field Service Manager John McGuire), Precision Tune-Up Specialists (10+), Sales (4+ led by General Manager Michael F. Jenkins), System Installation (11+ led by Installation Manager Roberto Garcia and Quality Control Manager Patrick Capitano), and Distribution (3+). All technicians are NATE-certified, and Caldeco holds both Florida AC Contractor License (#CAC042723) and Electrical Contractor License (#EC13003918). Add-on offerings include Air Scrubber Plus® air purification, air duct cleaning ($300–$500 per standard residence), and smart thermostat integration.

The business model blends transactional service revenue (per-visit repairs and emergency calls) with one-time installation projects and a growing recurring maintenance subscription base through the ESA Platinum Plan. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer and sales-led, relying on local brand recognition, Carrier co-branding, online scheduling, seven-day-a-week phone service, and community involvement with local schools, sports leagues, and chambers of commerce. The customer base is fragmented across hundreds of residential and commercial clients in West Central Florida, with no enterprise anchor accounts. Caldeco has received the Angie's List Super Service Award (top 5% of providers) and is a BBB A+ Accredited Business.

Name

Caldeco

Legal name

Caldeco Mechanical Services, Inc.

Website

https://caldeco.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

1989

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Caldeco is a family-owned HVAC service company in Tampa, FL, founded in 1989, providing residential and commercial AC repair, maintenance, installation, duct cleaning, and air filtration across 30+ Tampa Bay cities as a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and 11-time President's Award winner.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Tampa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. AC Repair Services: On-demand repair services for residential and commercial HVAC systems. Includes diagnostic visits, component replacement, and emergency repairs. Revenue is transaction-based per service call.
2. Maintenance Plans (Energy Savings Agreement): Recurring annual subscription plans (AC Check-Up $149.95, Precision Tune-Up $179.95, Platinum Plan $229.95) providing scheduled maintenance visits, discounts on repairs, and priority scheduling.
3. New AC System Installation: Sale and installation of new Carrier AC systems, including central air units, mini-split systems, and heat pumps. Pricing ranges from $5,500-$9,000 for standard installations plus $2,000-$5,000 for ductwork. Revenue is one-time per installation with optional financing.
4. Air Duct Cleaning and Sealing: Professional duct cleaning services to remove debris, mold, and contaminants from ductwork. Typically $300-$500 for standard Tampa residence.
5. Air Filtration Products: Sale and installation of Air Scrubber Plus® air purification units that attach to existing HVAC systems for improved indoor air quality.
6. Financing Services: The company facilitates financing through Wells Fargo Carrier credit card, earning referral or processing benefits from financing arrangements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Caldeco provides residential and commercial HVAC services including air conditioning repair, scheduled maintenance, new system installation, air duct cleaning, and indoor air filtration. As a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, it sells and installs Carrier central AC systems, heat pumps, and mini-splits. The Energy Savings Agreement (ESA) program delivers recurring annual maintenance subscriptions, complemented by 24/7 emergency repair response and financing through Wells Fargo.

Product overview

Caldeco Air Conditioning & Heating is a service-based HVAC company offering a comprehensive suite of air conditioning and heating services rather than a unified software product. The core offerings include AC Repair Services, AC Maintenance with three ESA Maintenance Plan tiers (AC Check-Up, Precision Tune-Up, Platinum Plan), and AC Installation services. The company serves as a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, selling and installing Carrier AC Systems across three product lines: Infinity Series, Performance Series, and Comfort Series, plus Carrier mini-split ductless systems. Add-on products include Air Scrubber Plus® air purification and smart thermostat integration. Supporting services include air duct cleaning, emergency AC repair available 24/7, and financing options through Wells Fargo. The product portfolio is held together by maintenance plans and supported by seasonal specials and promotional offers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AC Repair Services Comprehensive air conditioning repair for all makes and models, including diagnostics, component replacement, and emergency response, delivered by NATE-certified technicians in fully stocked service vehicles to residential and commercial customers in Tampa Bay.
• Emergency AC Repair 24/7 emergency AC repair service with rapid response (typically within 1-2 hours) and diagnostics starting at $99, covering capacitor replacement, refrigerant recharge, compressor repair, and related urgent fixes.
• AC Maintenance and Precision Tune-Up Routine AC maintenance including Precision Tune-Up: thorough cleaning of indoor and outdoor coils, testing of electrical relays, capacitors, contacts, and motors, and complete blower assembly cleaning to extend equipment life and reduce utility bills.
• Energy Savings Agreement (ESA) Maintenance Plans Annual maintenance subscription plans in three tiers: AC Check-Up ($149.95), Precision Tune-Up ($179.95), and Platinum Plan ($229.95). The Platinum Plan includes semi-annual precision tune-ups, 15% discount on repairs, priority scheduling, no overtime charges, and a transferable agreement.
• AC System Installation New AC system installation services including home assessment, load calculations, equipment sizing, and professional installation of central AC systems ranging from $5,500 to $9,000, plus optional ductwork at $2,000-$5,000.
• Air Duct Cleaning Professional air duct cleaning using camera inspection, deep cleaning techniques, and antimicrobial treatments to remove debris, mold, and contaminants, typically $300-$500 for a standard Tampa residence.
• Air Scrubber Plus with Active Pure Technology Sale and installation of Air Scrubber Plus air purification units that attach to existing HVAC systems, using Active Pure Technology with germicidal UV light and a proprietary catalytic process to reduce contaminants, VOCs, odors, and airborne pathogens.
• Carrier AC Systems Carrier brand HVAC equipment sale and installation, including Infinity Series (high-efficiency with Greenspeed intelligence), Performance Series (balanced performance and value), Comfort Series (budget-friendly reliable cooling), and Carrier mini-split ductless systems.
• Financing Options Residential and commercial equipment financing through the Carrier credit card issued by Wells Fargo Bank, offering special promotional financing and flexible payment solutions for new system purchases.

Quantifiable outcome

• Modern AC units can reduce electricity consumption by 20-40% compared to older models
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Carrier CorporationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCaldeco is a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer and Distinguished Dealer, enabling sale and installation of Carrier HVAC equipment. All new Carrier installations are backed by Carrier Corporation with a 1-Year, 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. The partnership requires extensive factory training and continuous education.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Cool Today: Cool Today is a Florida-based residential HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services company serving multiple metros including Tampa Bay. Directly comparable to Caldeco in service mix (repair, maintenance, installation), regional Florida footprint, and family/specialty contractor positioning.
• Del-Air Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration: Del-Air is a long-standing Florida residential HVAC contractor with a comparable service portfolio (repair, maintenance, new system installation) and similar Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer positioning. Operates in overlapping Central Florida geographies and competes for the same residential and light-commercial customer base as Caldeco.
• One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning: One Hour is a national HVAC franchise with Florida locations including Tampa, offering residential AC repair, maintenance, and installation with a uniform service model. Comparable in service scope and target customer, though it competes via brand-driven national marketing rather than Carrier dealer affiliation.
• Art Plumbing, Air Conditioning & Electric: Art is a Florida-based multi-trade home services company (plumbing, HVAC, electrical) serving South Florida with comparable residential HVAC service offerings, similar scale, and similar diversified home-services positioning to Caldeco.
• Energy Air, Inc. Energy Air is a Florida residential HVAC contractor based in Central Florida offering AC repair, installation, and maintenance. Directly comparable to Caldeco in service mix, geography, and small-to-mid-sized regional operator profile.

Broad incumbents

• Carrier Corporation: Carrier is Caldeco's equipment manufacturing partner and the brand under which Caldeco operates as a Factory Authorized Dealer. Not a direct service competitor but defines the equipment supply, warranty framework, and dealer-program economics that govern Caldeco's installation business.
• The Home Depot: Home Depot operates a national HVAC installation and replacement service through licensed subcontractors, competing with regional HVAC dealers for replacement installations in the same Tampa Bay customer base. A much larger incumbent with broader reach but less specialized service depth.
• Mister Sparky Electric: Mister Sparky is a national electrical services franchise (Authority Brands) that also bundles HVAC-adjacent services in select markets. Comparable as a regional/national branded home-services operator but with electrical rather than HVAC as its core, putting it in partial overlap rather than direct competition.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Caldeco-Air-Conditioning-and-Heating-100491983363300
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/caldeco-mechanical-services-inc
• Instagraminstagram.com/caldecoac
• Xx.com/caldeco1

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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