In expanding into residential HVAC and plumbing installation and service, Medina-based Steingass Mechanical Contracting (Steingass) is returning to its roots. Founded as a residential plumbing company in a barn on Bill Steingass’ farm in 1970, the company recently grew into one of the largest commercial plumbing and HVAC contractors in Northeast Ohio through its acquisition of the Mentor-based Burrier Service Company.
Burrier, which had focused largely on supporting customers in Lake and Geauga counties, is now able to provide client service — air conditioner and furnace repair as well as preventive maintenance for systems of any manufacturer — across the Steingass footprint, as far west as Toledo, south to Ashland and east to Youngstown. Additionally, Steingass is now a dealer for Trane heating and air systems, a partnership that dates back to Burrier’s founding in the 1960s.
Even with the acquisition and expanded service offerings, Steingass still provides plumbing services, including backflow testing, water heater and boiler installations, pipe and fixture repair and jetting for homes and businesses. Earlier this year, the company became authorized to install and service Generac backup power generating systems. Additionally, Steingass conducts ad hoc repairs when customers call and preventive maintenance contracts for HVAC, plumbing, sprinkler and backup generators.
The Steingass service team are Medina natives who are passionate about customer satisfaction and retention. Steingass service manager Tom Wolke says, "We pride ourselves on taking care of customers. We don’t believe in gimmicks." Tom has always lived in Medina, except for the seven years that he served as an Army Ranger. His polite, but matter-of-fact style characterizes the team’s modus operandi.
The Steingass/Burrier partnership is a good fit since both are family-owned businesses that reflect value and pride in their respective family names. The staying power of both businesses attests to this. Both companies are still staffed with managers from the legacy families. With 25 certified field technicians and installers, the team is experienced, knowledgeable and ready to assist you when your home or business requires it. Visit SteingassMechanical.com and BurrierService.com for more details.
