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Creating a future worthy of the next generation

An essential foundation for a world built to last.

Foundral is a growing family of leading mechanical contracting companies, uniting trusted teams across HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection to build the essential infrastructure of tomorrow.

Our mission

The engine that drives us

True tradespeople dedicated to our craft, we deliver modern solutions proven to perform. It’s this commitment to quality craftsmanship that ensures a future where those who build and connect our world are recognized, valued, and supported for their impact.

We’re not just building infrastructure, we’re building momentum toward a better world.

Foundral is uniting great companies and great people under one purpose: to elevate our craft, strengthen our communities, and create opportunity for generations of builders to come.”
Jason Richards
CEO of Foundral

Our values

The foundation we’re built on

We’re born from the workers and entrepreneurs who built the Midwest. It’s those Midwestern values, passed down from generation to generation, that guide us and keep us connected.

We do the work right

Craftsmanship is our currency. We do it right, or we don’t do it at all.

We grow together

We share ideas, invest in people, and scale what works.

We build trust every day

We earn it job by job, person by person, keeping it through our actions.

We lead with grit

Solving hard problems in hard environments makes us different.

Our partners

Smith & Oby
DSO

Backed by proven results

66%

Smith & Oby revenue growth since Foundral acquisition.

Our expertise

Full-service mechanical contracting for complex industries

We deliver confidence, connecting multiple sectors with comprehensive technical services and solutions.

Become an integral part of our team today.

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Where we excel

  • HVAC piping
  • Sheet metal fabrication
  • Plumbing
  • Fire protection
  • Installation and services

Where we operate

Healthcare

Data centers

Higher education

Industrial

Government

Life sciences

Build with us

Foundral is pursuing acquisitions of leading mechanical contracting companies

We’re looking for mechanical contractors focused on building security and stability not only for the job at hand — but the world at large.

Why Foundral?

We help you elevate your business at every stage, fostering a future where you can focus on what you do best while we handle back-office functions such as HR, IT, and fleet management.

Strategic growth and expansion

We provide access to financial capital and resources, building a strong foundation for your business.

Operational excellence

We encourage a culture of collaboration, optimizing best practices, technologies, and purchasing power.

Realize your value

We offer financial security and liquidity for founders and management teams.

Preserve your legacy

We carry tradition forward, ensuring your company’s values continue to thrive.

Succession planning

We prepare a clear and stable path for the future, securing your business and its employees.

Foundral is powered by people

Your employees are the backbone of your success, and therefore, a core part of our focus. Our approach to acquisition emphasizes respect for your teams and their contributions.

We ensure a smooth transition while offering new opportunities for career growth, fostering a collaborative environment with ongoing training and development.

How we support your team

  • Leadership is supported, not replaced
  • Culture is respected and preserved
  • Talent retention and union partnerships are strategic priorities
  • Trust is earned each day, on jobsites and in boardrooms alike

Simply put, we’re seeking the best

We’re looking for partners who lead by example, elevating the standards set before them as well as those who stand beside them. This means your company reliably:

Generates revenue

Of over $10M in annual revenue in markets surrounding our existing locations in Cleveland, OH or Charleston, WV, or over $25M for new market entry.

Offers end-to-end solutions

With emphasis on complex installations and recurring service work

Values a self-performing labor model

That demonstrates accountability and excellence

Most importantly, we seek founders and management teams who want to remain invested and involved as we build together. 

Your business, handled with care

Partnership discussions are handled with complete confidentiality and respect. We start with a no-obligation conversation, follow with a fair valuation of your business, and ensure seamless integration with minimal disruption, always honoring the company and people you’ve built.

You’ve built something worth protecting

Unlock growth while preserving the legacy you’ve worked hard to create today.

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