HBH

What HBH does

HBH - Heizung Bäder Haustechnik GmbH is a privately held German craft trades company (Handwerksunternehmen) registered as a Meisterbetrieb with the Handwerkskammer Potsdam and headquartered in Falkensee, Brandenburg. The company specialises in the installation, modernisation, and maintenance of heating systems (oil/gas condensing boilers, solar thermal, fuel cell CHP, liquefied petroleum gas, radiators, wall and floor heating), bathroom renovations (across Basic, Premium and Luxury tiers from 4.6 to 15.9 square metres, including barrier-free variants), and broader building technology services such as water treatment, descaling, legionella protection, pipe cleaning, and Smart Home integration. Its customer base spans private residential homeowners (primary segment), commercial and industrial clients, and public-sector institutions across the Berlin-Brandenburg region, with named references including Gewobag, degewo, berlinovo, Semmelhaack, BImA, BIM, Bundesanstalt für Immobilienaufgaben, and Herlitz AG.

The company generates revenue through three streams: project-based installation and construction services billed at fixed price (Festpreis) after consultation; recurring service and maintenance contracts including a 24/7 emergency hotline; and the sale and installation of branded sanitary and heating products from OEM partners including GROHE, Geberit, Viega, Hansgrohe, Vaillant, Viessmann, Kaldewei, Kermi, Villeroy & Boch, Brötje, Grünbeck, JUDO, BWT and Honeywell. Go-to-market is direct and sales-led, supported by a website featuring a 3D bathroom planner, a bathroom budget calculator and a heating planner, and a formal referral partnership with the ELEMENTS bathroom showroom network. Operations are managed by André Döring (Geschäftsführer, Handwerksmeister), with the firm running a state- and EU-co-funded apprenticeship programme to build the Anlagenmechaniker SHK talent pipeline.

Name

HBH

Legal name

HBH Heizung Bäder Haustechnik GmbH

Website

https://hbh-falkensee.de

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

HBH - Heizung Bäder Haustechnik GmbH is a Falkensee-based certified Meisterbetrieb installing, modernising, and maintaining heating, bathroom, and building-technology systems for private homeowners, commercial clients, and public institutions across the Berlin-Brandenburg region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Falkensee

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Installation and Construction Services: HBH generates revenue through the installation, modernisation, and repair of heating systems, sanitary facilities, and building technology. Services include heating modernisation, bathroom renovation, pipe installation, water treatment systems, and smart home setups. Pricing is project-based with a fixed cost breakdown provided upon contract signing.
2. Service and Maintenance: Recurring revenue from customer service and maintenance contracts for heating systems, including certified maintenance per manufacturer specifications, cleaning, part replacement, and adjustments. The company also offers 24/7 emergency hotline services.
3. Product Sales: Revenue from the sale and installation of branded heating, sanitary, and building technology products sourced from partner manufacturers (GROHE, Viessmann, Vaillant, Kaldewei, Kermi, Buderus, etc.).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

HBH - Heizung Bäder Haustechnik GmbH is a certified master craftsman business (Meisterbetrieb) specializing in the installation, modernization, and maintenance of heating systems (oil/gas, solar thermal, fuel cells, LPG, radiators, wall/floor heating), bathroom renovations, and sanitary and building technology services. The company delivers on-site consultation, planning, fixed-price execution, and certified customer service for residential, commercial, and public-sector customers in the Berlin-Brandenburg region, installing branded products sourced from leading partner manufacturers such as GROHE, Viessmann, Vaillant, Kaldewei, Geberit, Hansgrohe, and Kermi.

Product overview

HBH – Heizung Bäder Haustechnik GmbH is a traditional trades company (Handwerksunternehmen) offering plumbing, heating, and building technology services in Falkensee, Germany. The company provides a comprehensive portfolio of services including bathroom modernization (Badmodernisierung) across three price tiers (Basic, Premium, Luxury), heating systems (oil/gas, solar thermal, fuel cells, LPG, radiators, wall/floor heating), and building technology solutions (water filtration, descaling, legionella protection, pipe cleaning, Smart Home). They operate digital planning tools including a 3D Bathroom Planner, Budget Calculator, and Heating Planner for customer consultation. Commercial services include sanitary facilities and heating systems for commercial properties. HBH collaborates with numerous brand partners (Grohe, Geberit, Viega, Hansgrohe, Vaillant, Viessmann, Kaldewei, Kermi, and others) and offers certified maintenance and customer service.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bathroom Modernization (Badmodernisierung) Complete bathroom renovation service for private homeowners including planning, design consultation, custom design, and installation. Offered in Basic, Premium, and Luxury tiers across multiple room sizes (4.6, 7, 8.2, and 15.9 sqm).
• Oil and Gas Heating Installation (Öl-/Gasheizung) Installation and modernization of oil and gas heating systems, including modern condensing boiler technology and conversions from oil to gas, for residential and commercial properties.
• Solar Thermal Systems (Solarthermie) Solar thermal installation for drinking water heating and space heating support, with modern collectors delivering up to 600 kWh per square meter annually for residential and commercial buildings.
• Fuel Cell Heating (Brennstoffzelle) Installation of fuel cell heating systems using combined heat and power (CHP) technology, leveraging chemical reactions between hydrogen and oxygen to generate electricity and heat for energy-efficient buildings.
• Liquefied Petroleum Gas Heating (Flüssiggas) LPG heating installation for properties without natural gas connection, offering high energy value and low emissions for residential customers.
• Radiator Installation (Heizkörper) Installation of various radiator types including convectors, section heaters, tube heaters, and panel radiators with different heat distribution methods for residential and commercial properties.
• Wall and Floor Heating (Wand- und Fußbodenheizung) Installation of surface heating systems integrated into walls or floors, providing radiation warmth with short preheating time, dust-free room climate, and flexible room design.
• Heating Service and Maintenance (Kundendienst & Wartung) Certified maintenance services for heating systems performed per manufacturer specifications, including inspection, cleaning, part replacement, and adjustments to ensure efficiency and warranty compliance, plus a 24/7 emergency hotline.
• Smart Home Integration Installation of intelligent building control solutions including smart heating control, automated blinds, and smart ventilation, integrating partner systems such as Honeywell for energy savings and security.
• Drinking Water Filtration (Trinkwasserfilter) Installation of water filtration systems including water filters, backflow preventers, pressure reducers, household water stations, and water softening systems to improve water quality in residential and commercial properties.
• Legionella Protection (Legionellenschutz) Installation and implementation of prevention and remediation services for legionella bacteria, including thermal disinfection, chemical disinfection, and mechanical filtration solutions.
• Pipe Cleaning (Rohrreinigung) Professional drain and pipe cleaning services using modern camera inspection technology, available 24/7 for emergencies.
• Barrier-Free Bathroom (Barrierefreies Bad) Accessibility-focused bathroom design and installation service tailored for elderly and mobility-impaired users.
• Commercial Sanitary Facilities (Sanitäranlagen Gewerbe) Commercial sanitary installation for hospitals, childcare centers, airports, sports venues, and schools requiring vandal-resistant fixtures and capacity for high concurrent usage.
• Commercial Heating Systems (Heizsysteme Gewerbe) Commercial heating solutions including ceiling heating panels for warehouses, large offices, and production facilities, as well as commercial heat pump retrofits and energy optimisation of heating components.
• Heating Modernization (Heizungsmodernisierung) End-to-end heating modernization service including consultation, assessment of existing systems, planning, installation of new heating technology, and guidance on government funding (BEG) covering up to 70% of modernization costs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 70% government funding available through BEG (Bundesförderung für effiziente Gebäude) for heating modernisation of existing buildings
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 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

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• GROHEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGROHE is a leading global manufacturer of sanitary fittings (faucets, showers, etc.). HBH partners with GROHE as an installation specialist for GROHE products in the Berlin-Brandenburg region. The partnership is listed on HBH's official partners page.
• GeberitcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerGeberit is a leading European manufacturer of sanitary products and bathroom systems. HBH installs Geberit products and references Geberit systems (e.g., Duofix wall-hung WC installation elements) in project specifications.
• ViegacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerViega is a manufacturer of piping systems and sanitary installation technology. HBH lists Viega as a partner on its official partners page.
• HansgrohecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHansgrohe is a premium manufacturer of showers, faucets, and bathroom accessories. HBH partners with Hansgrohe as an installation specialist for its products, referencing Hansgrohe products on its website homepage and project pages.
• GrünbeckminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGrünbeck specialises in water treatment and filtration systems. HBH partners with Grünbeck for water softening and filtration solutions installed at customer sites.
• JUDOminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJUDO is a manufacturer of water treatment and filtration equipment. HBH installs JUDO products as part of its water quality and hygiene service offerings.
• BWT AGminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBWT (Best Water Technology) is a European water technology group specialising in water treatment, filtration, and softening. HBH installs BWT products for water quality improvement.
• VaillantcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVaillant is a leading manufacturer of heating systems including gas condensing boilers, heat pumps, and solar systems. HBH installs and services Vaillant heating products and references Vaillant in its heating modernisation projects.
• ViessmanncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerViessmann is a leading manufacturer of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems. HBH installs Viessmann heating products and includes Viessmann climate solutions in its project offerings.
• Villeroy & BochcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerVilleroy & Boch is a premium manufacturer of bathroom ceramics (washbasins, toilets, bathtubs). HBH installs Villeroy & Boch products as part of its bathroom renovation and modernisation services.
• KaldeweicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKaldewei is a premium manufacturer of steel-enamel bathroom fixtures including bathtubs and shower surfaces. HBH installs Kaldewei products and features Kaldewei products extensively on its news/blog pages and project specifications.
• KermicoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerKermi is a manufacturer of radiators, heating systems, and shower enclosures. HBH installs Kermi products including bathroom radiators and heating solutions.
• August Brötje GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAugust Brötje is a German manufacturer of heating systems. HBH installs Brötje heating products and references the brand on its partners page.
• Elements GmbHcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorElements is a bathroom showroom network (Fachausstellungen des Großhandels). HBH collaborates with Elements, using Elements showrooms as a referral channel for customer consultations. HBH's 3D bathroom planner and budget calculator link to Elements showrooms. HBH appears as available at Elements showrooms for product consultation and sales. A joint data processing agreement (Art. 26 DSGVO) exists between HBH and Elements GmbH for shared responsibility when customers use the 3D bathroom planner or budget planner.
• Ministerium für Wirtschaft, Arbeit und Energie des Landes Brandenburg / European UnionminorOthersHBH's apprentices in the Anlagenmechaniker SHK programme are co-funded by the Ministry for Economic Affairs, Labour and Energy of the State of Brandenburg from funds of the European Union and the State of Brandenburg.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Dussmann Group: Large German multi-trade facility-services company with HVAC, building services, and technical operations across commercial and public-sector real estate. Overlaps with HBH on building technology installation, service, and maintenance, and competes for the same public-sector and enterprise customers in Berlin and Brandenburg.
• Gegenbauer: German building-services and facility-management company providing technical building services including HVAC, sanitary, and energy-related installations. Similar SHK-style service offering to HBH, addressing both commercial and public-sector customers in the Berlin-Brandenburg region.
• ENGIE Deutschland: Major German facility-services and energy-solutions provider with a broad HVAC, heating, and sanitary service offering for commercial, public, and residential customers. Comparable to HBH in the HVAC and sanitary installation/service space, but operating at much larger scale across Germany and competing for the same institutional and B2B clients.
• Piepenbrock: Family-owned German facility-services company offering building maintenance, HVAC, and technical trades services across multiple sites. Comparable to HBH in the multi-trade Handwerk service model, with overlapping presence in Berlin and competing for similar public-sector and enterprise service contracts.
• STRABAG Property and Facility Services: Subsidiary of STRABAG SE providing technical facility services, including HVAC and building services, for commercial and public-sector clients in Germany. Comparable to HBH in commercial heating and sanitary services at much larger scale and broader geographic reach.
• Apleona: European facility-services company operating in Germany with HVAC, building technology, and technical maintenance services. Overlaps with HBH in commercial and public-sector building-services work and represents a scaled-up version of the same customer-segment focus.
• Wisag: German facility-services group with a strong HVAC and technical building services portfolio serving commercial, industrial, and public-sector clients. Comparable to HBH's commercial heating systems and building technology service lines, but at substantially larger scale and broader geographic footprint.

Others

• Viessmann: German heating, cooling, and ventilation manufacturer with a partner-installer network across Germany. HBH installs Viessmann products; Viessmann's direct solutions and partner network partially compete with HBH for heating-modernization projects in the same region.
• Grohe: Major German sanitary fittings manufacturer (faucets, showers, installation systems) and a core HBH installation partner. While not a direct service competitor, Grohe's brand-driven customer pull and Elements showroom network influence how HBH positions and sources its premium bathroom projects.
• Vaillant: Leading German heating manufacturer (gas condensing boilers, heat pumps, solar systems) and one of HBH's core installation partners. Operates an extensive partner-installer network that overlaps directly with HBH's service offering, and represents both a supplier and an indirect competitor for end-customer relationships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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