Lapointe Refrigeration

What Lapointe Refrigeration does

Lapointe Réfrigération Inc. is a privately held, family-owned HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) contractor founded in 1980 and headquartered at 574 rue Ellen in Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec. The company sells, installs, and services climate-control and refrigeration equipment across five verticals — residential, commercial, industrial, agri-food, and institutional — operating primarily through a direct-sales motion backed by 13 service trucks, dedicated mobile teams, and 24/7 emergency dispatch.

The product portfolio spans energy-efficient heat pumps (Mitsubishi M-Series including FX, JX, GX, HX, cassette SUZ, Zuba-Central, and Multizone MXZ; Hisense Hi-EDGE, Hi-Ultra HD, and Hi-Multi Xtreme; Amana S-Series AZV7S/AZV9S; Coleman LX-Series HH8), VRF systems for multi-zone commercial applications, Trane split and rooftop systems, and commercial refrigeration components (RefPlus condensers, evaporators, and compressor-condenser units, KE2 smart temperature controllers, Copeland scroll compressors, Fantech and VanEE air exchangers). Underlying technology emphasizes cold-climate performance (operation to -25°C to -37°C), variable refrigerant flow zoning, and intelligent controls with real-time monitoring.

Revenue is generated through one-time equipment sales and installation, recurring preventive-maintenance contracts, professional services for emergency repair, and an affiliate referral stream via Finance-It consumer financing. The company guides customers through Quebec government subsidy programs (LogisVert up to ~$6,700, Chauffez vert up to $1,275, CAMT up to $15,000), which materially reduce end-customer acquisition cost. Value is delivered primarily by certified refrigeration technicians (frigoristes), with a strategic partnership with Groupe Techno Ref4 supplying in-house engineering capability for large-scale projects.

Name

Lapointe Refrigeration

Legal name

Lapointe Réfrigération Inc.

Website

https://lapointerefrigeration.ca

Company type

Private

Founded year

1980

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Lapointe Réfrigération is a Quebec-based, family-owned HVAC-R contractor selling, installing, and servicing heat pumps, VRF, and commercial refrigeration equipment for residential, commercial, industrial, agri-food, and institutional customers across the province.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC-R Services and Equipment

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (81121), Appliance Repair and Maintenance (811412), Ventilation, Heating, Air-Conditioning, and Commercial Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturing (3334)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580), Misc Industrial & Commercial Machinery & Equipment (3590)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC & Refrigeration Contracting (IMAFALAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Refrigeration Installation & Replacement (Commercial) (HSAOAJAD), Preventive Maintenance Programs for Refrigeration Systems (HSAOAJAL), Refrigeration & Cold-Chain Equipment Service (IMAIABAE)

Keywords

• HVAC-R services
• Heat pump installation
• Commercial refrigeration
• Refrigeration maintenance
• VRF systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Salaberry-de-valleyfield

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

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, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Equipment Sales and Installation: Sale and installation of HVAC-R equipment including heat pumps, air conditioners, furnaces, refrigeration systems, and ventilation equipment for residential, commercial, industrial, and agri-food sectors
2. Preventive Maintenance Services: Annual maintenance contracts providing regular inspections, performance verification, and reports to maximize equipment efficiency and longevity
3. 24/7 Emergency Repair Services: Emergency repair services available around the clock for equipment failures, with immediate expert phone consultation and rapid on-site technician deployment
4. Financing Services: Partnership with Finance-It for residential and commercial financing options, enabling customers to purchase equipment through installment plans

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Lapointe Réfrigération sells, installs, and services HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) equipment for residential, commercial, industrial, agri-food, and institutional customers across Quebec. The company delivers turnkey projects — equipment supply, certified installation, preventive maintenance contracts, and 24/7 emergency repair — leveraging partnerships with manufacturers such as Mitsubishi, Hisense, Amana, Coleman, RefPlus, KE2, and Copeland.

Product overview

Lapointe Réfrigération provides comprehensive HVAC-R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) solutions across residential, commercial, industrial, agri-food, and institutional sectors. The product portfolio includes Mitsubishi heat pumps (wall-mounted M-Series models FX, JX, GX, HX, cassette SUZ, central Zuba-Central, and Multizone MXZ), Hisense units (Hi-EDGE wall-mounts, Hi-Ultra HD, and Hi-Multi Xtreme multizone), Amana S-Series heat pumps (AZV7S, AZV9S), Coleman LX-Series HH8 heat pumps, Trane commercial systems (Split and Rooftop), VRF systems from Mitsubishi, and commercial refrigeration equipment including RefPlus evaporators, condensers, and compressor-condenser units, KE2 controllers, and Copeland scroll compressors. The company also offers ventilation products through Fantech and VanEE brands. With over 40 years of experience, the company operates from Salaberry-de-Valleyfield and serves clients throughout Quebec.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial HVAC Systems (Split, Rooftop, VRF) Commercial-grade heating, ventilation, and air conditioning equipment including Trane split systems, rooftop units, and Mitsubishi Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems for buildings requiring multi-zone simultaneous heating and cooling. Sourced and supplied through certified dealer partnerships.
• Residential Heat Pumps Wall-mounted, mini-split, multizone, and cassette-style heat pumps from Mitsubishi (M-Series FX, JX, GX, HX, SUZ, MXZ, Zuba-Central), Hisense (Hi-EDGE, Hi-Ultra HD, Hi-Multi Xtreme), Amana (S-Series AZV7S/AZV9S), and Coleman (LX-Series HH8), with low-temperature heating capabilities down to -37°C.
• Commercial Refrigeration Equipment RefPlus condensers, compressor-condenser units, and evaporators; Copeland scroll compressors; KE2 smart temperature controllers; and Busch vacuum pumps for cold storage and food preservation applications.
• Air Exchangers (Fantech and VanEE) Fantech Atmo Series air exchangers with HEPA filtration and VanEE AI Series air exchangers with VIRTUO technology for residential and commercial indoor air quality.
• Preventive Maintenance Contracts Annual maintenance contracts covering HVAC and refrigeration equipment, including regular inspections, performance verification, and reporting to maximize equipment efficiency and longevity.
• 24/7 Emergency Repair Services Around-the-clock emergency repair services for HVAC and refrigeration equipment failures, providing immediate expert phone consultation and rapid deployment of certified technicians via 13 service trucks.
• Equipment Financing (via Finance-It) Residential and commercial financing solutions for heat pump, air conditioning, and heating system purchases, offering 0% interest for the first 3 months and competitive long-term rates.
• Government Subsidy Application Assistance Customer guidance through Quebec government subsidy programs including Hydro-Québec LogisVert (up to $6,700), CAMT (up to $15,000 for oil-to-heat-pump conversions), and Chauffez vert (up to $1,275).

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to $6,700 available through Hydro-Québec LogisVert program for efficient heat pumps
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 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

Integration2 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Groupe Techno Ref4coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrategic partnership adding internal engineering expertise to contribute to large-scale refrigeration projects. This partnership enables Lapointe Réfrigération to offer comprehensive engineering capabilities for complex refrigeration and HVAC projects in addition to their installation and service operations.
• Finance-It Financement RésidentielcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFinancial partner offering residential and commercial financing solutions for heat pump, air conditioning, and heating system purchases. Provides 0% interest for first 3 months and competitive financing rates for equipment purchases.
• Hydro-Québec (LogisVert Program)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerGovernment utility program providing up to $6,700 in subsidies for efficient heat pumps. Lapointe Réfrigération guides customers through subsidy applications for energy-efficient HVAC equipment.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• RefPlus: Canadian manufacturer of commercial and industrial refrigeration equipment including condensers, evaporators, and compressor-condenser units. Lapointe resells RefPlus products, making RefPlus a product-line peer and counterparty in the Quebec cold-chain ecosystem.
• Réfrigération Poliquin: Quebec-based refrigeration and HVAC contractor serving commercial, industrial, and residential customers. Directly comparable to Lapointe in terms of vertical segmentation, service-and-installation model, and Quebec regional focus.
• Pluritech: Quebec-based HVAC-R contractor offering heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration services across residential and commercial segments. Comparable to Lapointe as a regional multi-brand HVAC-R specialist serving the same Greater Quebec market.
• Climatisation Chauffage Martin: Quebec HVAC contractor installing and servicing heat pumps, mini-splits, and central air systems. Competes with Lapointe in the residential heat pump installation segment, particularly in the Greater Montreal area.

Broad incumbents

• Daikin: Global HVAC-R manufacturer with a strong heat pump and VRF product line. Operates in the same Quebec residential and commercial markets where Lapointe competes, often through competing dealer networks.
• Carrier (Canada): Global HVAC-R OEM with a major Canadian dealer network. Comparable as a supplier and competitor indirectly: Lapointe's product line (Mitsubishi, Amana, Coleman, Hisense) competes against Carrier and its dealers for the same Quebec customer base.
• Trane (Canada): Global HVAC OEM with commercial and residential offerings sold through dealers in Quebec. Directly comparable product line to what Lapointe sells and installs (Trane splits and rooftops are part of Lapointe's own catalog).

Others

• Resideo: Provider of HVAC controls and thermostats (including Honeywell Home). Identified as an integration partner for Lapointe; comparable as a supplier in the smart-controls layer of HVAC-R systems.

Emerging players

• Hilo (Hydro-Québec): Hydro-Québec subsidiary offering smart home energy management including connected thermostats. Listed as an integration partner for Lapointe; represents an emerging channel/market player in the electrification ecosystem.

Regional players

• Réfrigération Denmar: Quebec-based refrigeration and HVAC service company. Comparable regional competitor in the commercial and industrial refrigeration service and installation market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/LapointeHvacR

Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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