What Climatisation Bâtivac does

Climatisation Bâtivac is a privately held Quebec-based mechanical systems contractor founded in 1993 and headquartered in Saint-Laurent (Montreal area) under RBQ license 2221-7517-72. The company designs, installs, and maintains HVAC, ventilation, and heating systems for institutional, industrial, commercial, healthcare, and office-building projects, with a documented track record of more than 3,000 completed projects across Quebec. Bâtivac operates an enterprise field-sales motion, engaging general contractors, developers, project owners, and property managers directly through Design-Build and Design-Assist delivery models, and maintains a recurring 24/7 preventive-maintenance and emergency-service arm alongside its project-based installation work. Notable installations include the Bombardier C-Series Final Assembly Line in Mirabel (470,000 sq ft), the Aéroports de Montréal international terminal expansion (LEED Silver), Quebecor's Montreal headquarters extension, CHUM Phase 2, multiple PWGSC federal office buildings (LEED Gold), and the Sorel Detention Facility (PPP, LEED Silver).

The company's technical platform centers on Building Information Modeling (BIM) for 3D coordination of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and architectural systems, supported on jobsites by 3D scanning for site reading, anchoring pointer technology for installation precision, and exoskeletons for worker safety. Pricing is project-specific and quoted; the installation stream is contract-based (one-time/multi-year), while the maintenance stream is positioned as recurring. The firm serves a diversified roster of marquee clients including Bombardier, Pratt & Whitney Canada, Quebecor, PWGSC, STM, CHUM, IKEA Quebec City, Université de Montréal (Cité du Savoir), Aéroports de Montréal, Sorel Detention Facility, and the Spinelli dealership network (Kia, Lexus, Volkswagen), spanning both large infrastructure programs and smaller commercial rollouts. Headcount is reported at 29 employees, and Bâtivac has no disclosed subsidiaries, no parent company, and no external funding rounds; ownership appears to remain founder/management-controlled.

Name

Climatisation Bâtivac

Legal name

Bativac

Website

https://bativac.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Quebec-based mechanical systems contractor specializing in HVAC design, installation, and maintenance for institutional, industrial, commercial, healthcare, and office-building clients, with 30+ years of operating history and over 3,000 completed projects delivered through Design-Build and Design-Assist delivery models.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Mechanical Contracting Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

SIC

Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC & Refrigeration Contracting (IMAFALAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Commercial HVAC Maintenance Agreements & PM Programs (HSAOAHAJ)

Keywords

• HVAC installation
• Mechanical contracting
• Building ventilation
• Preventive maintenance services
• Design-build mechanical systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-Laurent

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Installation Services: Project-based mechanical systems installation including air conditioning, ventilation, and heating systems for new construction and renovation projects. Delivered through Design-Build and Design-Assist models with general contractors and project owners.
2. Maintenance and Service: Preventive maintenance programs and 24/7 emergency repair services for HVAC systems to extend equipment lifespan and prevent costly downtime.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Climatisation Bâtivac is a Quebec-based mechanical contracting firm that designs, installs, and maintains heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for institutional, industrial, commercial, healthcare, and office building projects. Services are delivered through Design-Build and Design-Assist project models with general contractors, developers, property managers, and government clients, supported by Building Information Modeling (BIM) coordination and complemented by preventive maintenance programs and 24/7 emergency repair service.

Product overview

Bativac (Climatisation Bâtivac) is a Quebec-based company with over 30 years of experience in building mechanical systems, specializing in HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) design, installation, and maintenance. The company operates as a single unified service offering with specialized expertise across five market sectors: Institutional, Industrial, Commercial, Healthcare, and Office Buildings. Core offerings include Air Conditioning, Ventilation, and Heating solutions delivered through Design-Assist and Design-Build project approaches, complemented by Maintenance and Service programs. The company employs Building Information Modeling (BIM) technology for 3D project coordination and innovative tools such as 3D scanners and exoskeletons for employee safety and efficiency.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Conditioning, Ventilation, and Heating (HVAC/CVAC) Systems Design and Installation Design, engineering, and installation of HVAC systems tailored to specific space requirements, delivered through Design-Assist and Design-Build delivery models for general contractors, project owners, developers, and property managers across institutional, industrial, commercial, healthcare, and office building sectors in Quebec.
• Preventive Maintenance and 24/7 Emergency Service Scheduled preventive maintenance interventions, continuous monitoring, and 24/7 emergency HVAC repair services for installed systems to extend equipment lifespan and prevent costly downtime.
• Institutional Sector HVAC Solutions HVAC system design and installation for institutional clients including schools, community centers, and public buildings, designed for reliability, durability, and regulatory compliance under intensive public use.
• Industrial Sector HVAC Solutions Robust mechanical system design and installation for industrial environments including production plants, warehouses, and logistics sites capable of withstanding confined spaces, dust, high thermal loads, and continuous operation demands.
• Commercial Sector HVAC Solutions Discreet, efficient HVAC design and installation for commercial spaces including retail areas and offices, ensuring consistent indoor climate, quiet operation, energy efficiency, and aesthetic integration.
• Healthcare Sector HVAC Solutions Custom HVAC system design and installation for healthcare facilities with strict requirements for air quality, humidity control, and thermal stability to ensure patient safety and staff comfort.
• Office Building HVAC Solutions HVAC design and installation for modern office buildings providing healthy, comfortable, and well-controlled work environments with stable air quality, temperature stability, and energy-efficient operation.
• Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Coordination BIM-based 3D modeling, design, and coordination service ensuring optimal cohesion among mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and architectural systems while reducing errors, delays, and unforeseen issues on-site and supporting long-term maintenance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 3000+ projects completed successfully across Quebec
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers14 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• EnergirminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProud partner of Bativac. Nature of partnership not specifically detailed but appears as a strategic relationship supporting sustainable building practices in Quebec.
• ACQ (Association de la construction du Québec)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProud partner of Bativac. Industry association representing construction sector interests in Quebec.
• CETAF (Corporation des maîtres mécaniciens en tuyauterie du Québec)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProud partner of Bativac. Professional corporation representing mechanical trade contractors in Quebec.
• DécarelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject partner on Saint-Hyacinthe Convention Center project for HVAC coordination and large duct installation.
• Blondin Fortin & AssociatesminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerEngineering firm partner on Saint-Hyacinthe Convention Center project.
• NEUF ArchitectsminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerArchitecture firm partner on Saint-Hyacinthe Convention Center project for BIM coordination of HVAC systems.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Johnson Controls: Diversified building technologies and HVAC services provider competing for institutional service contracts and large mechanical retrofits in the Quebec and broader North American market.
• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC OEM and services provider whose installed base and service arm compete for the same institutional maintenance and retrofit budgets Bativac targets in Quebec.
• EMCOR Group: U.S.-listed leader in mechanical and electrical construction, facilities, and energy services with operations across North America. Sets the bar for scale, recurring service revenue, and institutional capability that Bativac competes against on larger Quebec projects.
• Carrier Global: Global HVAC and building-controls company with significant service operations adjacent to Bativac's preventive-maintenance and 24/7 emergency HVAC offering.
• Comfort Systems USA: Large U.S. mechanical contractor focused on HVAC, plumbing, and piping for commercial and institutional customers. Provides a useful scale benchmark for what a successful roll-up of mechanical contractors looks like.

Direct peers

• Plan Group: Toronto-headquartered specialty mechanical and electrical contractor with a strong presence in healthcare, institutional, and commercial construction. Comparable scope of HVAC/mechanical contracting work for large Canadian institutional clients.
• Black & McDonald: Canadian multi-trade contractor with deep mechanical, electrical, and HVAC service capabilities serving institutional, government, and industrial clients nationwide. Comparable in delivery model and customer mix, with broader geographic reach than Bativac.
• Modern Niagara Group: Toronto-based national mechanical and building services contractor specializing in HVAC, plumbing, and building controls across institutional, commercial, and industrial sectors. Closest large-scale direct competitor to Bativac in the Canadian mechanical-contracting space.
• Limbach Holdings: U.S. specialty contractor focused on HVAC, plumbing, and building controls with strong institutional and healthcare exposure. Closely comparable in vertical mix and recurring service model, though U.S.-focused.

Regional players

• PCL Constructors: Major Canadian general contractor with self-perform mechanical capability that engages Bativac as a specialty sub-trade on large institutional and healthcare projects. Useful proxy for end-customer purchasing behavior in Quebec.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bativac

Compliance5 records

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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