Standard Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning

What Standard Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning does

Standard Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning (Standard PHA, DBA Standard PHA) is a privately held, multi-trade residential and light-commercial mechanical services contractor headquartered at 609 Pecan Circle, Manhattan, Kansas. Founded in 1923 and celebrating its 100th anniversary in 2023, the company holds state contractor license #734 and master licenses for both plumbing and mechanical work across Manhattan, Wamego, and Junction City, supported by NATE-certified technicians. It serves homeowners — and to a lesser extent commercial customers — within Manhattan, KS and surrounding communities, with its website emphasizing single-trade-area coverage rooted in local reputation.

The company's service portfolio spans four core trades — HVAC (furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps including ground-source/geothermal, ductless mini splits, and indoor air quality), plumbing (water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners, leak detection), drain and sewer (cleaning and video pipe inspection), and heating — supplemented by bathroom and kitchen remodeling, commercial HVAC, and equipment sales from Amana, Daikin, and Goodman. A recurring-revenue VIP Preventative Maintenance Program provides annual memberships with priority service, semi-annual tune-ups, free air filter installation, and 10% discounts on parts and labor; larger system sales are supported by 0% interest financing for up to 72 months. Customer reach spans phone-based scheduling, online self-serve booking, social channels (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube), and active community sponsorships.

Economically, Standard PHA operates a predominantly professional-services model — quoting project-by-project on repair, maintenance, and installation work — augmented by the VIP subscription tier. Distribution is direct-to-customer with field service delivery from a single Kansas headquarters; the company markets through its website, educational blog, customer reviews and testimonials, and local sponsorship activity (Manhattan Arts Center, Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters, Big Lakes Developmental Center). Pricing is quote-based across all major service lines, with disclosed senior and military discount programs and 0% financing on select systems. Customer outcomes are evidenced by a 4.6-out-of-5 rating across 155+ reviews and a 100% satisfaction guarantee.

Name

Standard Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning

Legal name

Standard Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Website

https://standardpha.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1923

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Standard PHA is a privately held Manhattan, Kansas-based multi-trade mechanical services contractor founded in 1923, providing residential and light-commercial HVAC, plumbing, drain/sewer, and remodeling services with NATE-certified technicians across the Flint Hills region.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential HVAC and Plumbing Services

NAICS

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

akta.pro primary industry

Residential HVAC System Installation (Furnace/AC/Heat Pump) (HSAOAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Ventilation System Installation & Repair (Bath/Kitchen Fans, ERV/HRV) (HSAOAIAF)

Keywords

• Residential plumbing services
• HVAC repair installation
• Drain and sewer services
• Heating furnace services
• Water heater services

Headquarters

HQ city

Manhattan

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Service and Repair: Revenue from repair and maintenance services for heating and cooling systems including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, and ductless systems. Services include parts replacement, system diagnostics, and emergency repairs.
2. Plumbing Services: Revenue from plumbing repair, installation, and maintenance including water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners, drain cleaning, and pipe repair. Also includes slab leak detection and water line services.
3. System Installation: Revenue from new equipment installation including HVAC systems, furnaces, air conditioners, water heaters, and drain/sewer systems. Includes new construction and replacement installations.
4. VIP Maintenance Program: Recurring membership revenue from VIP preventative maintenance program offering scheduled maintenance, discounts, and priority service benefits
5. Bathroom and Kitchen Remodeling: Revenue from bathroom and kitchen remodeling coordination and plumbing fixture installation services

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Standard Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning provides residential and commercial plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and drain/sewer services in Manhattan, KS and surrounding communities. The company's core offerings include HVAC repair, installation and maintenance (furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, ductless mini splits), plumbing services (water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners, leak detection), drain and sewer services with video pipe inspection, and a VIP Preventative Maintenance membership program. They sell and install HVAC equipment from leading brands including Amana, Daikin, and Goodman.

Product overview

Standard Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning is a multi-trade home services company offering a unified portfolio of plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and drain/sewer services for residential and commercial customers in Manhattan, KS and surrounding areas. The core offerings consist of Air Conditioning Services (repair, installation, maintenance, ductless mini splits, heat pumps), Heating Services (furnace repair and replacement), Plumbing Services (water heaters, sump pumps, water softeners), and Drain & Sewer Services (video inspection, hydro jetting, drain cleaning). These core services are complemented by value-added modules including a VIP Preventative Maintenance Program (membership with priority service and discounts), Bathroom Remodeling, Indoor Air Quality Services (air purification, humidification, ventilation), and Commercial HVAC. The company also sells and installs third-party HVAC equipment brands including Amana, Daikin, and Goodman. Financing options are available to support customer purchases.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Quantifiable outcome

• Customer satisfaction rating of 4.6 out of 5 based on 155+ reviews

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration1 record

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• AmanacoreTechnology or IntegrationAmana brand HVAC equipment dealer. The company is an Amana Advantage Dealer, selling and installing Amana heating and cooling systems.
• DaikincoreTechnology or IntegrationDaikin brand HVAC equipment dealer offering Daikin air conditioning and heat pump systems.
• GoodmancoreTechnology or IntegrationGoodman brand HVAC equipment dealer offering Goodman air conditioners and furnaces.
• Better Business BureauminorOthersAccredited business with A+ rating from BBB. Serves as a trust signal for local customers.
• Kansas Big Brothers Big SistersminorOthersCommunity sponsor and supporter. Company is a Birdie Sponsor and hole sponsor for the organization's annual Golf for Kids' Sake fundraising event.
• Manhattan Arts CenterminorOthersCommunity arts organization sponsor. Company supports the Manhattan Arts Center as part of community outreach.
• Big Lakes Developmental CenterminorOthersCommunity organization sponsor. Company supports Big Lakes Developmental Center serving Riley County.
• Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association (PHCC)minorOthersIndustry trade association membership. Company is a member of PHCC serving Kansas.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC equipment manufacturer with residential and commercial product lines. Comparable through the Amana/Trane residential HVAC relationship and overlapping product categories sold and installed by Standard PHA.
• Neighborly Inc. Parent company of Mr. Rooter, Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, One Hour Heating & Air, and other home service franchises. Comparable multi-trade residential services portfolio at national scale; a relevant incumbent/aggregator in the same space.
• Lennox International: Manufacturer of residential and commercial HVAC systems including heating, cooling, and indoor air quality equipment. Comparable through the residential HVAC equipment category that is core to Standard PHA's installation business.
• ServiceMaster: National home services provider covering HVAC, plumbing, restoration, and pest control. Comparable multi-trade residential services scope though broader in category coverage than Standard PHA.
• Carrier Global: Global HVAC manufacturer offering residential and light commercial heating, cooling, and air quality systems. Comparable through the residential HVAC equipment category and broader climate-control category.

Direct peers

• One Hour Heating & Air: Heating and air conditioning franchise under Neighborly offering residential HVAC repair, installation, and maintenance. Comparable residential HVAC service focus and 24/7 emergency positioning.
• Benjamin Franklin Plumbing: National plumbing franchise emphasizing punctuality, professionalism, and 24/7 service. Comparable residential-focused service model with subscription-friendly positioning similar to Standard PHA's VIP program.
• Roto-Rooter: National plumbing and drain cleaning service franchise offering residential and commercial plumbing, sewer, and drain services. Directly comparable multi-trade home services model, though Roto-Rooter operates at national scale rather than a single local market.
• ARS / Rescue Rooter: American Residential Services (ARS/Rescue Rooter) operates a national network providing HVAC, plumbing, and drain services to residential customers. Closest comparable multi-trade service contractor with overlapping residential plumbing/HVAC offering.
• Mr. Rooter Plumbing: Plumbing service franchise owned by Neighborly, providing residential and commercial plumbing, drain cleaning, and repair. Comparable trade-focused service delivery model with similar customer acquisition via local reputation.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCWgkAN-a0DvDC1_rtkckvOA
• Facebookfacebook.com/standardpha
• Instagraminstagram.com/standard_pha

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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