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IERNA's Heating, Cooling & Plumbing

PE-OwnedHVACPlumbingElectricalIndoor Air Quality
Founded
2003
Acquired
2022
Counties
Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando, Polk
PE Backer
New Mountain Capital

Overview

IERNA's Heating, Cooling & Plumbing is a well-established Tampa Bay HVAC and plumbing company serving multiple counties. Known for decades of family ownership and community involvement.

Ownership History

Founded in 2003 as a family-owned HVAC business. Acquired by Strikepoint Group Holdings (SGH) in October 2022. Previously acquired Armor Air Heating & Cooling in 2012.

Deal Details

Acquired by Strikepoint Group Holdings in October 2022 as part of SGH's aggressive Tampa Bay expansion. SGH is backed by New Mountain Capital.

Operational Changes

Brand name retained. Integrated into SGH's multi-brand platform alongside Pinellas Comfort Systems and Performance AC. Membership plans and centralized marketing introduced.

Market Impact

IERNA's acquisition gave SGH a major cross-county presence spanning Hillsborough, Pasco, and Polk counties, significantly expanding PE influence in the region.

Key Events

10/2022acquisition

SGH Acquires IERNA's Heating & Cooling

SGH makes its biggest Tampa Bay move, acquiring IERNA's Heating, Cooling & Plumbing, a company founded in 2003 serving Hillsborough, Pasco, and Polk counties.

Parent Platform

Strikepoint Group Holdings (SGH)

Backed by New Mountain Capital