Easy A/C

PE-OwnedHVACPlumbingElectrical

Founded

2001

Acquired

2020

Counties

Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Polk, Manatee

PE Backer

Leonard Green & Partners

Overview

Easy A/C was a locally recognized HVAC provider based in Tampa. Founded in 2001 by Keith Westbrook and Dave Whittington, it was acquired by Wrench Group in 2020 and subsequently merged with Cool Today, rebranding as Easy CoolToday.

Ownership History

Founded in 2001 as a family-owned HVAC company in Tampa. Acquired by Wrench Group in August 2020. Subsequently merged with Cool Today to form Easy CoolToday.

Deal Details

100% acquisition by Wrench Group announced August 2020. The deal strengthened Wrench Group's Tampa Bay footprint alongside Cool Today.

Operational Changes

Merged into Cool Today operations. Brand combined as 'Easy CoolToday.' Operations integrated with Wrench Group's centralized systems.

Market Impact

The acquisition consolidated two major Tampa HVAC brands under one PE-backed platform, reducing independent competition in the market.

Key Events

8/2020acquisition

Wrench Group Acquires Easy A/C

Wrench Group strengthens its Tampa Bay presence by acquiring Easy A/C, founded in 2001. Easy A/C is subsequently merged with Cool Today, forming Easy CoolToday.

Parent Platform

Wrench Group

Backed by Leonard Green & Partners

Primary Source

HVAC Insider