What Dave's World does

Dave's World Heating and Cooling is a privately held, Maine-based home services contractor operating seven retail/service locations across the state from Dover-Foxcroft (headquarters) to Scarborough. Founded in 2004 and built on 35+ years of founder experience, the company delivers residential HVAC (centered on ductless and ducted Mitsubishi Electric and Lennox heat pumps, plus Rheem heat pump water heaters and Rinnai propane and tankless units), plumbing (general plumbing, water treatment, and residential and commercial drain cleaning), and electrical services (panel upgrades, SPAN smart panels, EV chargers, and Generac/Kohler standby generators), supplemented by seasonal camp winterization services. As of January 2025 the company expanded into drain cleaning through the acquisition of Maine Drain, gaining non-dig pipe patch and camera inspection capabilities.

The business operates a sales-led, quote-based model with no public pricing, assisted by seven financing partners and an Efficiency Maine Qualified Partner relationship through which the company handles rebate paperwork on behalf of customers (rebates up to $9,000 per housing unit). GTM is primarily inbound phone plus an emerging online scheduling channel, with marketing emphasis on Google reviews, project showcases, and an educational blog (the Awesome-Verse). Customers are predominantly Maine homeowners with secondary exposure to commercial accounts and seasonal camp owners, distributed across thousands of discrete jobs per year with no single-customer concentration. The company has been recognized as a Best Place to Work in Maine in both 2023 and 2024. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; based on headcount of 51-100, installation cadence, and service mix, estimated annual revenue falls in the $25M-$50M band, though this is not company-confirmed.

Name

Dave's World

Legal name

Dave's World Heating and Cooling

Website

https://davesworld.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2004

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Dave's World is a privately held Maine home services contractor operating seven locations statewide, delivering residential heat pump installation, plumbing, drain cleaning, and electrical services (including generators and EV chargers) with rebate and financing support for homeowners.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential HVAC and Home Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822), Electrical Contractors and Other Wiring Installation Contractors (23821)

SIC

Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961), Electrical Work (1731)

akta.pro primary industry

Heat Pump Repair & Maintenance (HSAOAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Plumbing & Pipefitting Contracting (IMAFALAC)

Keywords

• Heat pump installation
• Residential plumbing services
• Home electrical services
• Drain cleaning services
• Hvac contracting

Headquarters

HQ city

Scarborough

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Heat Pump Sales & Installation: Revenue from selling and installing ductless and ducted heat pump systems including high wall, recessed ceiling, floor, and ducted units. Partner brands include Mitsubishi Electric and Lennox. Includes Efficiency Maine rebate processing assistance.
2. Professional Installation Services: Labor and service revenue from heat pump installation, plumbing, electrical, drain cleaning, water heater installation, EV charger installation, panel upgrades, generator installation, and camp winterization services.
3. Plumbing Products & Services: Revenue from plumbing repairs, installations, drain cleaning, water treatment systems, water heaters (Rheem heat pump and Rinnai on-demand), and general plumbing services.
4. Electrical Services & Products: Revenue from SPAN smart electrical panels, electric panel upgrades, EV charger installation, standby generators, and general electrical services.
5. Propane Heater Sales & Installation: Revenue from Rinnai propane heater sales and installation as supplemental heating solutions.
6. Financing Partner Referrals: Partners with multiple financing providers (Synchrony, Service Finance Company, GoodLeap, Efficiency Maine Green Bank, Maine Savings FCU, NEIF, JB Financing) and earns referral/sales credit when customers utilize financing options for home upgrades.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Dave's World sells, installs, and services heat pumps (ducted and ductless), plumbing systems, drain cleaning solutions, water heaters, electrical panels, EV chargers, and standby generators for residential and commercial customers across Maine. Services are delivered by licensed company technicians dispatched from seven regional offices, with support for Efficiency Maine rebate processing and third-party financing. The company combines product resale with installation labor and ongoing maintenance across heating, plumbing, and electrical categories.

Product overview

Dave's World is a Maine-based home services company operating as a unified service platform with seven geographic locations across the state. Its core portfolio spans three service verticals: (1) Heating & Cooling — centered on ductless and ducted heat pumps (Mitsubishi Electric, Lennox), heat pump water heaters (Rheem), tankless water heaters (Rinnai), and Rinnai propane supplemental heaters; (2) Plumbing — encompassing general plumbing, residential and commercial drain cleaning (including the acquired Maine Drain brand with non-dig pipe patch technology), water testing and treatment systems (softeners, filters, DROP monitoring), and seasonal camp services; and (3) Electrical — including whole-home electrical services, SPAN Smart Electrical Panels, EV charger installation, electric panel upgrades, and standby generators (Generac, Kohler). Dave's World also acts as a rebate aggregator, managing Efficiency Maine incentive paperwork for customers, and coordinates financing through multiple lending partners. The company is not a software platform — all products are service-based offerings delivered by licensed technicians.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Heat Pumps Ductless and ducted heat pump systems for year-round heating and cooling in Maine homes, available in high wall, recessed ceiling, floor, and ducted configurations from Mitsubishi Electric and Lennox. Over 14,000 installations completed across Maine.
• Heat Pump Service Diagnostic, repair, and maintenance services for heat pumps of all brands throughout Maine, regardless of original installer.
• Heat Pump Cleanings Professional cleaning services for heat pumps to improve efficiency, air quality, and system lifespan, recommended at least every two years.
• Rinnai Propane Heaters Direct-vented propane heaters providing supplemental heating for Maine homes, paired with heat pumps for cold-weather comfort. Rinnai is the exclusive propane heater brand offered.
• Water Heaters Heat pump water heaters from Rheem (using up to 75% less energy than traditional systems, available in 50, 66, and 80 gallon storage tanks) and Rinnai tankless on-demand water heaters providing endless hot water with energy savings and compact design.
• Water Testing & Treatment Systems Water testing and treatment solutions including water softeners, whole-home filters, iron filters, and DROP smart water monitoring systems that also alert homeowners to leaks.
• General Plumbing Services Full-range plumbing services including sink and faucet installations, toilet repairs, pipe repairs, leak detection, plumbing inspections, and garbage disposal services.
• Residential Drain Cleaning Residential drain cleaning using advanced tools and techniques including video inspections, high-pressure jetting, sewer snaking, and no-dig pipe patch repair.
• Commercial Drain Cleaning Commercial drain cleaning services for restaurants, hotels, apartment buildings, hospitals, office spaces, and industrial facilities, including video inspections, high-pressure jetting, and no-dig pipe patch repair.
• Seasonal Camp Services Camp winterization and spring opening services including water line shutdown, compressed air clearing, antifreeze application, and system restart verification for seasonal Maine properties.
• SPAN Smart Electrical Panels Smart digital electrical panels replacing traditional breaker panels, providing real-time monitoring and control of home energy use via a mobile app. Tracks power usage by circuit, enables remote circuit control, integrates with solar and battery systems, and prioritizes loads during power outages.
• Electric Panel Upgrades Professional electrical panel upgrades for Maine homes to support modern power demands including heat pumps, EV chargers, and smart home technology. Qualifies for up to 30% federal tax credit (max $600) under the Inflation Reduction Act when combined with other energy efficiency improvements.
• Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Installation Professional at-home EV charger installation providing reliable and convenient charging solutions for electric vehicle owners.
• Whole-Home Electrical Services Comprehensive residential electrical services including troubleshooting and repairs, dedicated circuits, lighting installation, outlet and switch upgrades, wiring and rewiring, whole-home surge protection, and generator electrical integration.
• Standby Generators Automatic standby generator installation and maintenance for whole-home backup power during outages. Partners with Generac and Kohler. Dave's World assesses home power needs and installs appropriately-sized units.
• Heat Pump Rebates & Incentives Management Dave's World guides customers through Efficiency Maine rebate programs, handling eligibility verification, paperwork, and submission on behalf of homeowners. Available rebates range from $1,000 to $9,000 per housing unit depending on income level.
• Financing Coordination Financing coordination through multiple partners including Synchrony, Service Finance Company, GoodLeap, Efficiency Maine Green Bank, Maine Savings Federal Credit Union, National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF), and JB Financing, covering heat pumps and broader home improvement projects.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to $9,000 in Efficiency Maine rebates available for qualifying heat pump installations
• +3 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

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Maine Drain (Acquired)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025Family-owned drain cleaning business acquired by Dave's World in early 2025. Founded by Kyle R. Paquin and late father Kyle S. Paquin. Kyle, his brother Adam, and mother Wendy joined Dave's World expanding the drain cleaning division. Brought expertise in non-dig pipe patch technology and advanced camera inspections.
• Efficiency MainecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEfficiency Maine Qualified Partner for residential heat pump rebates. Dave's World helps customers access up to $9,000 in rebates and handles all rebate paperwork processing and submission. Critical partnership enabling customer affordability.
• Kennebec Cabin CompanyflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Heat Pump Company partnership for cabin and rental property installations. Collaborative projects including Monmouth Firehouse historic renovation. Cross-promotional relationship.
• SPAN (Smart Electrical Panels)flagshipTechnology or IntegrationSPAN Smart Electrical Panel authorized installer and premier partner. SPAN provides real-time energy monitoring and circuit control through a mobile app. Strategic technology partnership for electrical panel upgrades supporting heat pumps and EV chargers.
• Generac Power SystemscoreTechnology or IntegrationStandby generator partner providing automatic backup power solutions for Maine homes. Generac is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial backup generators.
• Kohler GeneratorscoreTechnology or IntegrationStandby generator partner providing automatic backup power solutions. Kohler is a premium generator manufacturer offering reliable home backup power options.
• Rheem (Heat Pump Water Heaters)coreTechnology or IntegrationHeat pump water heater partner offering energy-efficient hot water solutions using up to 75% less energy than traditional systems. Available in 50, 66, and 80 gallon storage tanks.
• Rinnai (Propane Heaters & Tankless Water Heaters)coreTechnology or IntegrationRinnai direct-vent propane heaters for supplemental heating and tankless/on-demand water heaters providing endless hot water with energy efficiency. Key technology partner for heating and hot water solutions.
• Mitsubishi ElectricflagshipTechnology or IntegrationPrimary heat pump partner offering ductless and ducted heat pump systems. Featured partner for heat pump installations across all 7 Maine locations. Mitsubishi Electric Logo and DC Elite models offered.
• LennoxcoreTechnology or IntegrationHeat pump partner offering residential heating and cooling products. Part of the heat pump product portfolio alongside Mitsubishi Electric.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Dead River Company: Maine-based home energy and services provider delivering heating, cooling, fuel delivery, and equipment services to households across the same geography Dave's World serves. Directly comparable as a multi-product home services incumbent competing for the same Maine residential customers.
• T.F. Andrews Heating & Cooling: Maine residential HVAC contractor serving the same local market with heat pump installations and service. Direct regional competitor for Maine homeowner heat pump and HVAC demand.
• Pioneer Heating & Cooling: New England residential HVAC contractor offering heating and cooling installations and service in a similar regional market. Comparable as a multi-trade HVAC provider competing for heat pump and home comfort demand in the same Northeast geography.
• Sandri Energy: New England-based provider of HVAC, fuel, and energy services to residential customers. Comparable as a regional multi-trade home services company with overlapping offerings in heating, cooling, and energy-efficiency upgrades in the same broader geography.

Broad incumbents

• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC manufacturer and one of the dominant residential heat pump brands. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose installed equipment base drives recurring service opportunities across the industry, including for Dave's World's service and cleaning business.
• Carrier Global: Global HVAC manufacturer whose heat pump and air-conditioning equipment Dave's World installs. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose product portfolio underpins the heat pump installations central to Dave's World's business.
• Lennox International: Major HVAC manufacturer and direct equipment partner of Dave's World alongside Mitsubishi Electric. Comparable as a broad incumbent whose product line Dave's World installs and services, representing both a supplier relationship and indirect competitive benchmark.
• HomeServe USA: National home services and warranty provider with a large contractor network offering plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repair plans. Comparable as a much larger incumbent operating in the same home repair services category with broader geographic reach and capital resources.

Others

• ServiceTitan: Leading software platform purpose-built for residential and commercial trades contractors including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical. Comparable as an enabler and operating-software partner that supports multi-trade home service businesses like Dave's World in scheduling, dispatch, and customer management.
• Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US: Mitsubishi Electric's HVAC joint venture with Trane, the flagship heat pump brand Dave's World installs across Maine. Comparable as the equipment manufacturer whose product strategy and dealer network directly shape Dave's World's installation and service economics.

Market position

Strengths5 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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