Mitchell's

What Mitchell's does

Mitchell's (Gloucester) Limited is a privately held UK commercial mechanical services contractor founded in 1905, headquartered at 88 Bristol Road, Gloucester. The company designs, installs, commissions, and maintains commercial HVAC, air conditioning, refrigeration, heating, and ductwork systems for commercial businesses and public-sector organisations across Gloucester and the South West of England, with a multi-trade engineering team covering HVAC design, chiller specification, cold and freezer rooms, cleanrooms, close-control systems, gas and oil heating, and gas tightness testing.

The core technology stack is conventional mechanical-services tooling rather than a software platform: AutoCAD and Revit are used for in-house ductwork design and manufacturing (square and rectangular ductwork), and a proprietary bespoke asset registry software provides remote monitoring, service scheduling, and centralised data recording on customer systems. Underlying delivery is supported by an extensive compliance footprint (ISO 9001, Refcom Elite, Gas Safe, F-Gas, CHAS, Constructionline, Safe Contractor SSiP, OFTEC, Environment Agency Waste Carriers License) that is a prerequisite for much of its regulated commercial and public-sector work.

Mitchell's operates a direct, B2B enterprise field-sales and project-management model with no channel partners. Revenue is generated through one-off installation and commissioning projects (commercial air conditioning, refrigeration, HVAC, bespoke heating) supplemented by recurring service and maintenance contracts and 24-hour, 365-day emergency breakdown response. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed. Customer concentration is diversified across named enterprise and government accounts including NHS facilities, Cheltenham General Hospital, Horizon Nuclear Power, Saint Gobain, Sartorius Stedim Lab, Optima, Countrywide, and Dalkia, with the company competing on consultative project delivery, in-house multi-disciplinary capability, regulatory credentials, and 119 years of regional incumbency.

Name

Mitchell's

Legal name

Mitchell's (Gloucester) Limited

Website

https://mitchells-glos.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1905

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Mitchell's is a Gloucester-based commercial HVAC, refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating contractor founded in 1905, serving commercial businesses and public-sector organisations across the South West of England through design, installation, maintenance, and 24-hour breakdown services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Commercial HVAC Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822)

SIC

Air-Cond & Warm Air Heatg Equip & Comm & Indl Refrig Equip (3585), Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSAOAHAJ

Commercial HVAC Maintenance Agreements & PM Programs

Home & Personal Services/Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC Services/HVAC Repair, Maintenance & Tune-Ups

SECONDARYHSAOAHAF

Air Conditioner (AC) Repair & Maintenance

Home & Personal Services/Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC Services/HVAC Repair, Maintenance & Tune-Ups

SECONDARYHSAOAKAF

Gas Appliance Hookup & Disconnect (Stoves, Dryers, Fireplaces, Grills)

Home & Personal Services/Plumbing, Electrical & HVAC Services/Gas Line Installation, Inspection & Repair

Keywords

• Commercial HVAC services
• Commercial refrigeration services
• Air conditioning installation
• Ductwork design manufacturing
• Facilities maintenance contracts

Headquarters

HQ city

Gloucester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Installation Services: Design, installation, and commissioning of commercial HVAC, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems. This includes new installations, upgrades to existing systems, and complex project delivery from start to finish.
2. Service and Maintenance Contracts: Scheduled maintenance programmes, preventative servicing, and tailored maintenance packages to keep systems running at peak performance year-round. Includes routine inspections and ongoing support.
3. 24-Hour Emergency Repairs: Round-the-clock breakdown response and reactive repair services for commercial HVAC, heating, and refrigeration systems. Available 365 days a year.
4. Refrigeration Services: Commercial refrigeration installation, maintenance, and repair services including cold rooms, freezer rooms, and industrial refrigeration systems.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Mitchell's provides design, installation, commissioning, and ongoing servicing of commercial HVAC, air conditioning, refrigeration, gas and oil heating, ductwork, cleanroom, and close-control systems for commercial businesses and public-sector organisations in Gloucester and the South West. The company combines one-time project installation with recurring preventative maintenance contracts and a 24-hour emergency breakdown response, supported by in-house ductwork manufacturing using AutoCAD and Revit and a bespoke asset registry software for remote monitoring of customer systems.

Product overview

Mitchell's is a commercial HVAC, refrigeration, and air conditioning services company operating since 1905, serving businesses and the public sector in Gloucester and the South West. The company operates as a services provider rather than a software product vendor, offering an integrated portfolio of installation, maintenance, and repair services. The core offerings include Air Conditioning (installation, service, and repairs), HVAC Design and Implementation, Refrigeration (including chiller specification, cold/freezer rooms, pump sets), Cleanrooms with Filtration, Close Control Systems, Ductwork Design and Manufacturing, Gas and Oil Systems, Gas Tightness Testing, Bespoke Heating Systems, and 24-Hour Maintenance and Breakdown Response. The company emphasises energy-efficient solutions, regulatory compliance, and a consultative, tailored approach to each client's environmental control requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Conditioning Installation Commercial air conditioning installation services including bespoke system design, supply, and commissioning for offices, retail, and industrial spaces across Gloucester and the South West.
• Air Conditioning Service and Repairs Routine maintenance, fault diagnosis, and repair services for commercial air conditioning units, using remote monitoring software and bespoke maintenance packages to ensure system longevity and efficiency.
• HVAC Design and Implementation Comprehensive heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system design and installation for commercial and public-sector environments, managing projects from feasibility studies through to commissioning.
• Refrigeration Installation Commercial refrigeration installation services including retail fridges, large supermarket systems, catering equipment, cold rooms, and walk-in freezers, tailored to food, pharmaceutical, and hospitality industries.
• Chiller Specification and Installation Commercial and industrial chiller specification, supply, and installation services, including air-cooled and water-cooled models, with site preparation, piping, insulation, and performance testing.
• Pump Sets and Chilled Water Systems Design, installation, and maintenance of commercial pump sets and chilled water systems for HVAC applications, including centrifugal, booster, and variable-speed pumps with sophisticated control systems.
• Cold and Freezer Rooms Bespoke commercial cold room and freezer room solutions for food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications, featuring custom sizes, shelving configurations, temperature zones, and energy-efficient designs.
• Cleanrooms with Filtration Cleanroom design, construction, and maintenance services for pharmaceuticals, electronics, biotechnology, and aerospace industries, meeting ISO standards with high-efficiency air filtration and positive pressure systems.
• Close Control Systems Precision environmental control systems for server rooms, data centres, labs, and critical facilities, offering temperature, humidity, and air quality regulation with real-time monitoring and analytics.
• Ductwork Design and Manufacturing In-house design and manufacture of square and rectangular ductwork for commercial HVAC applications, using AutoCAD and Revit software for detailed planning and manufacturing.

Quantifiable outcome

• Project management from start to finish reduces client disruption and ensures on-schedule delivery
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Broadland Group: UK refrigeration and HVAC services company offering installation, maintenance, and emergency response for commercial customers - comparable in mission-critical refrigeration and 24/7 service model.
• Star Refrigeration: UK-based commercial and industrial refrigeration contractor offering design, installation, and maintenance of cooling and HVAC systems for industrial, food, and pharmaceutical customers - directly comparable to Mitchell's refrigeration and HVAC services.
• Andrews Sykes: UK provider of HVAC hire, installation, and service across commercial and industrial markets, including portable cooling, boilers, and air conditioning - closely comparable in service mix and customer base.
• Hubbard Products: UK commercial refrigeration manufacturer and service provider for retail, food service, and pharma - comparable in cold rooms, freezer rooms, and commercial refrigeration service.
• Cool Designs Ltd: UK commercial air conditioning specialist focused on design, installation, and maintenance for offices, retail, and industrial sites - overlaps directly with Mitchell's AC installation, service, and 24-hour maintenance offering.
• Baxi Commercial: UK commercial heating systems provider covering boilers, heating installations, and servicing - directly comparable to Mitchell's gas, oil, and bespoke heating system services.

Broad incumbents

• Daikin UK: Global HVAC and refrigeration manufacturer with UK commercial sales, installation, and after-sales service - directly competes on commercial AC, heat pumps, and refrigeration, and is the parent of J&E Hall.
• Mitsubishi Electric UK: Global HVAC OEM with a UK service and partner network delivering commercial air conditioning, heating, and controls - competes with Mitchell's on installation and servicing of commercial AC systems.
• Airedale International (Modine): UK-based manufacturer and service provider of commercial and precision air conditioning, chillers, and IT cooling solutions - broader portfolio than Mitchell's but directly competes on commercial HVAC and close-control work.
• Carrier UK: Global HVAC and refrigeration manufacturer with UK commercial service operations across chillers, AC, and controls - comparable on commercial HVAC service and close-control systems.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance9 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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