Watsco

Established in Miami, Florida, in 1945, Watsco, Inc. operates as a prominent distributor, along with its subsidiaries, specializing in heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration (HVACR) equipment. The company's extensive product offerings include a variety of systems, such as residential ducted and ductless air conditioners, encompassing gas, electric, and oil furnaces, as well as commercial-grade air conditioning and heating units and other specialized machinery. Beyond complete systems, Watsco provides a comprehensive range of replacement parts, including compressors, evaporator coils, and motors, alongside various other components. Its inventory of supplies is equally vast, featuring items like thermostats, insulation materials, refrigerants, ductwork, grills, registers, sheet metals, tools, copper tubing, concrete pads, tapes, adhesives, and numerous other auxiliary products. Additionally, the company extends its offerings to include plumbing and bathroom renovation supplies. Watsco primarily serves contractors and dealerships engaged in the repair, maintenance, and installation for both new construction and replacement markets within the residential and light commercial central HVACR sectors. As of December 31, 2021, the company maintained a substantial presence with 671 operational locations across the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico, also engaging in export activities to countries throughout Latin America and the Caribbean Basin.