HVAC Business Acquisition Financing
The HVAC industry is a prime target for roll-ups and private equity-backed consolidations. With recurring service contracts, sticky customers, and strong cash flow, HVAC companies command premium valuations. Financely structures $5M–$300M
acquisition financing packages, combining senior loans, mezzanine capital, and sponsor equity to help contractors and investors close deals with speed and certainty.
Outcome:
Sponsors secure HVAC acquisitions using balanced debt and equity layers, preserving liquidity for future add-ons in competitive roll-up markets.
Senior Debt
Lenders will typically finance 40%–65%
of HVAC business acquisitions, anchored by stable maintenance revenues and equipment collateral. Financely sources senior acquisition loans, term debt, and revolving facilities tailored to the seasonal cash flow of HVAC operators.
Mezzanine Capital
HVAC roll-ups often face a gap between what banks will lend and the total purchase price. Mezzanine financing
fills this gap, providing 12%–18% IRR
capital subordinated to senior debt. It enables sponsors to execute acquisitions without injecting excessive personal equity while retaining flexibility for future consolidation.
Sponsor Equity
Sponsors are typically required to put forward 15%–25%
of the deal value in equity. Financely assists in sourcing co-investors, family offices, and equity partners, ensuring sponsor equity requirements are met while keeping dry powder for add-ons in fragmented regional markets.
Example HVAC Acquisition Capital Stack
| Layer |
Typical Share |
Notes |
| Senior Debt |
45%–60% |
Acquisition loans, seasonal revolvers |
| Mezzanine Capital |
15%–25% |
Subordinated debt with flexible repayment |
| Sponsor Equity |
15%–25% |
Cash equity, minority equity partners |
The HVAC sector is fragmented, fast-growing, and prime for consolidation. Financely helps sponsors compete by delivering credible capital stacks that close, positioning them to scale through multiple acquisitions across regions.
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Financely structures HVAC acquisition financings from $5M to $300M. Minimum engagement fee: $50,000.
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Financely is an advisory and placement firm. We are not a lender. All financings are subject to credit approval, due diligence, and executed documentation. Engagement fees for acquisition financing mandates start at $50,000. Terms vary depending on sponsor profile, jurisdiction, and target financials.