We Welcome BAS, BRR and Tech Mechanical to the CoolSys Family!

It’s a time of transformative growth for CoolSys as we continue to expand our team and our market presence.  In Q4 2019 alone, we acquired three new companies — Building Air Services (BAS), BRR Refrigeration and Tech Mechanical – each strengthening our market position, coverage and depth of services.

In this issue of CoolTimes, we’re happy to introduce you to key players at these companies and share some additional information on our new, welcome additions to the CoolSys family.

About Building Air Services (BAS)

Building Air Services (BAS) has a strong foundation of outstanding customer service. They are recognized and respected for personalized client support, excellent communication and billing turnaround. “BAS has never had a contract termed by a customer for performance, and prior to late 2017, all of our business, every client, was obtained via word of mouth,” comments Veronica Boose, Vice President of Administration.

Fast Facts:

• Founded in 2002
• 92 Employees
• Focus: Light commercial / retail industry
• Licensed in 10 states
• Based in Tampa Bay, FL area
• 12 Branch Offices
• Fun Fact: Big Lots was BAS’ first big client and they ended up servicing all of their stores throughout Florida

Why did you decide to join the CoolSys family?

“BAS had reached a plateau, and we wanted to get to the next level of sales, nationwide coverage, client support, tech recruitment and training, and overall performance. We knew that CoolSys would be the perfect partner.”

About the transition

“The CoolSys team has been incredible. We’re not just saying that!” exclaims Veronica. “We were accepted as family from day one, and were provided support on a level that we had never experienced. It has been a smooth, supported, exciting transition and we remain excited about what still lies ahead!”

You can learn more about BAS, by visiting https://buildingairservices.com.

About BRR Refrigeration

BRR prides itself on its small family feel and the loyalty of its employees. Made up of primarily technicians, the entire upper management at BRR came from the trade.  “We have a good bunch of loyal guys that stuck with us through the years. What makes us special is our employees,” comments Joe Roomsburg. “My dad, Jim Roomsburg, started with me and has been in the industry forever. He’s 84 and still comes in. Michelle joined us full time about six years ago, and she is our Director of Internal Operations and my first four employees are still with us today,” he adds.

Fast Facts:

• Founded in 1999
• 60 Employees
• Based in Virginia Beach, Virginia
• Serving Virginia, North Carolina, Maryland and Delaware
• Licensed in 4 states
• Light commercial / supermarkets, convenience stores and cold storage
• Fun Fact: BRR has a family Christmas party each year with Santa Claus who brings gifts for all the employee’s children. 

Why did you decide to join the CoolSys family?

“We want our legacy to continue. We want BRR to be part of something bigger, and to ensure that the company continues on and that our employees have secure futures,” says Joe Roomsburg.  “Everyone that we met at CoolSys wasn’t high pressure, they were down to earth. I talked to Adam for two hours on the phone one evening. It’s reassuring to know that I can continue doing what I’m doing for a long time,” adds Joe.

About the transition

Since joining CoolSys, Joe reports more sales opportunities and he enjoys the collaboration with other leaders at CoolSys. “I’ve gotten leads I would have never gotten before and I’m able to bounce ideas off of other guys like me – it makes you feel like you’re doing the right thing,” says Joe.  “Everything they told me, is what I was hoping it would be. They warned us that the reporting would be different — and it is — but it’s just a learning curve.”

You can learn more about BRR, by visiting www.brrrefrigeration.com.

About Tech Mechanical

As one of the premier HVAC companies in the Midwest, Tech Mechanical has established long-term client relationships and an outstanding reputation. “What makes Tech Mechanical special is that we have the best service techs in the city. Ten have been with me for over 20 years and they take care of the customers really well,” comments Michael Curi, Tech Mechanical’s President and Certified Energy Manager.

Fast Facts:

• Founded in 1983
• 45 Employees
• Based in Pontiac, Michigan
• Serving Southeast Michigan
• Focus: Commercial and industrial / R&D, schools, factories, office buildings, computer rooms
• Fun Fact: Tech Mechanical celebrates employees’ 20-year anniversaries with a free cruise

Why did you decide to join the CoolSys family?

“It was a good opportunity to get into something bigger that is risk free,” comments Michael. “We are excited to join CoolSys, as this brings new advantages to our customers,” he adds.

About the transition

“As Tech Mechanical becomes a CoolSys company, we will stay true to our local roots while being able to offer the expanded resources that CoolSys provides as a nationwide company,” says Michael. “Employees were a little concerned at first, but it is all good. It’s nice to start meeting the people at CoolSys and putting faces to the names,” he adds.

You can learn more about Tech Mechanical, by visiting www.techmechanical.com.