What ComfortSide does

Comfortside LLC, operating as ComfortSide and USComfortSide, is a wholesale HVAC distribution company headquartered in Doral, Florida, founded in 2015. The company functions as the exclusive master distributor in the USA, Canada, and South America for four HVAC brands: Cooper&Hunter, OLMO, Bravo, and Armbridge. It sells exclusively to licensed HVAC contractors, installers, and commercial businesses, supplying ductless mini-split systems, light commercial units, PTACs, portable air conditioners, dehumidifiers, and HVAC accessories for residential and commercial climate control applications. The company is led by CEO Marat Terchiyev and operates with a team in the 11-50 range, supported by four warehouse and distribution locations in Doral FL, Medley FL, Hialeah FL, and Dallas TX.

The product portfolio centers on inverter-driven ductless mini-split heat pump technology. Core Cooper&Hunter lines include the Sophia Series (up to 22.8 SEER with Hyper Heat operation to -22°F), Sophia Superior (25 SEER, 9K BTU/h), Mia and Mia NG economical lines (19 SEER), multi-zone systems (up to five zones, 18K-48K BTU/h), and a Light Commercial line (24K-60K BTU/h) with Slim Ducts, Ceiling Cassettes, and Universal Floor/Ceiling configurations. Supporting technologies include I-Action inverter compressors, GoldFin anti-corrosive outdoor coatings, Silver Ion and Cold Catalyst filtration, Wi-Fi compatibility, and SEER ratings up to 27 on premium models. OLMO provides single-zone, multi-zone, AHU, and monoblock options rated to -13°F; Bravo offers Italian-designed single and multi-zone systems; Armbridge supplies accessories. Products carry AHRI, ETL, Energy Star, and NEEP certifications, with NEEP-listed configurations qualifying for utility rebates in Northern U.S. states.

The business model is B2B wholesale hardware distribution with quote-based pricing sold exclusively through licensed HVAC professionals. Revenue is generated through unit sales of distributed HVAC equipment sourced from manufacturer partners, including Cooper&Hunter's manufacturing arm in China (a joint venture with Zhuhai Vino Environmental Technology Equipment Co. LTD formed in 2017). Go-to-market combines direct field sales to contractors, channel partnerships (notably Tropic Supply and its 22 Florida resource centers), event-driven presence at the annual AHR Expo, educational outreach through technical college donations and online training programs, and an e-commerce channel via cooperandhunter.us, comfortside.com, and third-party marketplaces including Amazon, eBay, and Rakuten. Marketing leverages high-visibility sports sponsorships (Florida Panthers NHL since 2017, NASCAR, New York Yankees, Miami Zoo) and PR features in trade publications such as HVAC Insider.

Name

ComfortSide

Legal name

Comfortside LLC

Website

https://uscomfortside.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

ComfortSide is a wholesale HVAC distributor serving licensed contractors and commercial buyers across the USA, Canada, and South America as the exclusive master distributor of Cooper&Hunter, OLMO, Bravo, and Armbridge ductless mini-split and HVAC equipment brands.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Wholesale HVAC Distribution

SIC

Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling) (IMAHAKAB)

Keywords

• Wholesale HVAC distribution
• Ductless mini-split systems
• Variable refrigerant flow equipment
• Heat pump distribution
• HVAC contractor supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Doral

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Others, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Wholesale HVAC Equipment Distribution: Bulk wholesale distribution of HVAC equipment including mini-split systems, PTACs, and accessories to contractors, installers, and businesses. Products sourced from manufacturer partners (Cooper&Hunter, Olmo, Bravo, Armbridge) and sold exclusively through licensed HVAC professionals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

ComfortSide LLC is a wholesale HVAC distribution company specializing in the supply of ductless mini-split air conditioning systems, heat pumps, PTACs, portable ACs, and HVAC accessories. The company operates as the exclusive master distributor for Cooper&Hunter, OLMO, Bravo, and Armbridge brands across the USA, Canada, and South America, selling exclusively through licensed HVAC technicians and contractors.

Product overview

ComfortSide is a wholesale HVAC distributor offering a portfolio of four distinct brands: Cooper&Hunter, OLMO, Bravo, and Armbridge. Cooper&Hunter serves as the primary brand with comprehensive product lines including Single & Multi Zone Mini-Splits (Sophia, Mia, Victoria, Alice, FM series), Hyper Heat systems, Light Commercial Series, PTACs, Portable ACs, Dehumidifiers, and Air Handler Units. OLMO provides ducted and ductless systems with single-zone, multi-zone, AHU, and monoblock options. Bravo offers Italian-designed single and multi-zone systems. Armbridge supplies HVAC accessories. The company distributes exclusively through licensed HVAC technicians and contractors, providing equipment for residential, commercial, and light commercial applications with capacities ranging from 9K to 60K+ BTU/h and efficiency ratings up to 27 SEER.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Cooper&Hunter: Primary HVAC brand distributed by ComfortSide - includes Single & Multi Zone Mini-Splits, Light Commercial, PTACs, Portables, and Dehumidifiers. Products distributed in over 50 countries.
• OLMO
• Bravo
• Armbridge

Products and services

• Cooper&Hunter Primary HVAC brand distributed by ComfortSide, offering ductless mini-split systems, PTACs, portable ACs, light commercial systems, and dehumidifiers for residential and commercial applications. Sold exclusively through licensed HVAC professionals.
• OLMO HVAC brand offering ducted and ductless mini-split systems and through-the-wall units with advanced inverter technology rated for extreme temperatures down to -13°F.
• Bravo HVAC brand with Italian design aesthetic offering single-zone and multi-zone systems for the North American market, distributed exclusively by ComfortSide LLC in the USA.
• Armbridge HVAC accessories brand providing premium accessories tailored for distributors, contractors, and technicians with nationwide warehouse support and over 35 years of industry expertise.
• Sophia Series Mini-Split Single and multi-zone ductless mini-split heat pump series with Hyper Heat option, achieving up to 22.8 SEER. Compatible with Wall Mount, Ceiling Cassette, Slim Duct, Mini Floor Console, and Universal Floor/Ceiling indoor units.
• Sophia Superior Premium single-zone wall mount mini-split with 25 SEER efficiency and 9K BTU/h capacity. Features Wi-Fi, Silver Ion filter, Cold Catalyst filter, and GoldFin anti-corrosive coating. Energy Star certified.
• Mia Series / Mia NG Economical ductless mini-split series with 19 SEER rating. Available in 9K, 12K, 18K, and 24K Btu/h capacities with Wi-Fi compatibility and anti-corrosive GoldFin coating.
• Hyper Heat Series Mini-split systems offering heating and cooling in ambient temperatures as low as -22°F. Single Zone available in 9K-36K Btu/h; Multi Zone accommodates up to 5 zones with 18K-48K Btu/h condensers.
• Light Commercial Series Commercial HVAC systems with capacities from 24K to 60K Btu/h. Includes Slim Ducts, Ceiling Cassettes, and Universal Floor/Ceiling types with Hyper Heat options for cold climates.
• PTAC (Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners) Through-the-wall air conditioning units with High Efficiency option achieving up to 12.8 EER. Finished with anti-corrosive GoldFin coating, available in wired and wireless remote options.
• Inverter Air Handler Unit Ducted air handler system with side-discharge condensing unit in 24K, 36K, and 48K BTU/h capacities. Offers up to 20% energy savings through precise refrigerant flow control.
• Portable AC Units Portable air conditioning units providing flexible cooling solutions for temporary or supplemental applications.
• Dehumidifiers Standalone dehumidification units for residential and light commercial moisture control.
• OLMO Single-Zone Systems Individual room heating and cooling with modern inverter technology, quiet operation, and energy efficiency for residential and light commercial applications.
• OLMO Multi-Zone Systems Flexible climate control systems allowing multiple indoor units connected to a single outdoor unit for varied temperature needs across different rooms.
• OLMO Air Handler Units (AHU) Ducted air handler units for residential or commercial settings, designed to replace traditional setups with more compact, efficient models.
• OLMO Monoblocks Through-the-wall monoblock solutions offering streamlined installation without extensive ductwork for residential or light commercial settings.
• Bravo Single-Zone Systems Italian-designed single-zone systems with compact installation, inverter technology, and intuitive controls for homes and apartments.
• Bravo Multi-Zone Systems Multi-zone climate control allowing multiple indoor units driven by a single outdoor unit with energy savings and refined design.
• HVAC Accessories Full range of HVAC accessories including remotes, control panels, and installation components designed to enhance performance and simplify operation.

Quantifiable outcome

• Energy savings of up to 40% compared to traditional air conditioning systems through inverter technology
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Tropic SupplycoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 4 February 2019Florida's largest independent wholesale distributor of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment and supplies, with 22 resource centers across Florida. Founded in 1973, family-owned business. Partnered with Cooper&Hunter on equipment donations to Daytona State College and ongoing support for the contractor community.
• Daytona State CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 February 2019Educational partnership through donation of 6 complete HVAC training systems including Sophia Mini-Split Single Zone Series units for student hands-on training at the School of Workforce Careers and Advanced Technology College.
• Florida Panthers (NHL)coreGTM or Marketing Partner · 31 July 2017Multi-year sponsorship agreement with NHL's Florida Panthers hockey team. Partnership includes signage throughout BB&T Center (dasher boards, LED ribbon boards, in-game features). Cooper&Hunter became an official partner of the team starting 2017-2018 season, with activations including takeover nights at home games. Partnership announced on Times Square LED screen in NYC for maximum visibility.
• Zhuhai Vino Environmental Technology Equipment Co. LTDcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 15 March 2017Long-term strategic partnership including stock purchase agreement and production line partnership. Zhuhai factory renamed to 'Zhuhai Vino - Cooper&Hunter Environmental Technology Equipment Co. LTD'. Combines Cooper&Hunter's worldwide distribution with Zhuhai Vino's R&D and production capabilities. EER Testing Standard is 4% higher than China National Standard. Partnership enables new product lines and increased production capacity.
• NASCARminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports marketing sponsorship with NASCAR racing team for brand visibility and community engagement.
• New York YankeesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports marketing partnership with New York Yankees baseball team supporting brand recognition.
• Miami ZoominorGTM or Marketing PartnerCommunity sponsorship supporting sustainability initiatives and local Florida community engagement.
• Palm Beach State CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Palm Beach State College's Trade and Industrial Program for HVAC technician training and professional development programs.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Carrier Enterprise: Carrier Enterprise is the exclusive U.S. distribution arm for Carrier, Bryant, Payne, and Tempstar HVAC brands, serving dealers and contractors in the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. Comparable as a brand-exclusive HVAC distributor in the same geographies and customer segments as ComfortSide, but with much larger scale, OEM backing, and broader product lines including ducted central systems.
• Johnstone Supply: Johnstone Supply is a cooperative wholesale distributor of HVAC equipment, parts, and supplies serving independent contractors across the U.S. Closely comparable to ComfortSide in customer base (licensed HVAC contractors), channel model (B2B wholesale), and product focus, though with a much larger branch footprint and broader brand portfolio.
• Fujitsu General America: Fujitsu General America markets ductless mini-split and VRF heat pump systems across the U.S. and competes directly with Cooper&Hunter in residential and light commercial mini-split categories. Comparable as a Japanese ductless brand selling through U.S. distributor/dealer networks with similar cold-climate performance messaging.
• Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US (METUS): METUS is a joint venture between Mitsubishi Electric and Trane Technologies distributing ductless mini-split and VRF systems across North America. Most directly comparable as the dominant ductless/mini-split brand-exclusive distributor in North America — competing head-to-head with Cooper&Hunter in the same product category and contractor channel.
• LG Electronics USA (HVAC): LG Electronics USA sells ductless mini-split, multi-zone, and commercial HVAC systems through its own dealer/distributor network. Comparable as a competing Asian mini-split brand active in the same North American residential and light commercial channel as Cooper&Hunter, with overlapping end-customer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Watsco: Watsco (NYSE: WSO) is the largest HVAC distributor in North America, operating hundreds of branches across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Latin America. Comparable as the dominant scale player in the same wholesale HVAC distribution channel that ComfortSide serves, but with much broader product breadth (Carrier, Rheem, Trane, Goodman, Mitsubishi, etc.) and national logistics density.
• Ferguson Enterprises: Ferguson (NYSE: FERG) is a major U.S. distributor of plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and related products with thousands of branches. Directly comparable as a multi-brand HVAC distributor serving contractors and commercial customers, though at materially larger scale and with adjacent plumbing/waterworks exposure.
• Daikin Comfort Technologies North America: Daikin is the world's largest HVAC manufacturer and operates direct distribution in North America for ductless, ducted, VRF, and applied systems. Comparable as a vertically integrated manufacturer-distributor competing in the same ductless category as ComfortSide's brands, with broader portfolio depth and global scale.

Emerging players

• GREE USA: GREE USA markets ductless and ducted mini-split systems from one of the world's largest HVAC manufacturers into the U.S. through dealer networks. Comparable as a Chinese OEM competing in the same ductless mini-split category as Cooper&Hunter, though with a less established U.S. brand presence and colder-climate performance reputation than ComfortSide's portfolio.

Regional players

• Tropic Supply: Tropic Supply is Florida's largest independent HVAC and refrigeration wholesale distributor with 22 resource centers statewide. Directly comparable as a Florida-focused HVAC distributor serving the same contractor base, and notably an active ComfortSide partner rather than pure competitor — overlapping on territory, customers, and product categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/CooperHunterUSA
• YouTubeyoutube.com/c/cooperandhunterusa
• Facebookfacebook.com/cooperandhunteramerica
• Instagraminstagram.com/cooperandhunterusa

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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