In its 10th deal since 2010, H.B. McClure acquires Upper Allen company

H.B. McClure Co. is becoming a big fish in the mechanical services pond, having just completed its 10th acquisition since 2010 with the purchase of Green Mechanical LLC in Upper Allen Township.

But the Harrisburg-based mechanical contractor is not just making acquisitions for the sake of making them, said Jeri Donadee, the company's vice president. Any additions have to be the right fit for the employee-owned company.

"Being big is good, but we view these as enhancements. It gives us economy of scale," he said.

Many of H.B. McClure's recent deals have allowed the company to add more skilled technicians within its current midstate footprint. Others have allowed the company to expand into new territories or broaden its service offerings.

Founded in 2007, Green Mechanical is a four-person company that specializes in servicing and installing commercial and residential systems.

"It helps us serve their clients and ours better," Donadee said of the Cumberland County acquisition, announced today. "We can make them more efficient and we can support them better."

Matt Kiker, the former owner of Green Mechanical and now an adviser with H.B. McClure, said this was an opportunity to join a large reputable company with similar values on customer service.

"I knew all my employees would be happy because they are an employee-owned company," he said. "When you know your employees are going to be taken care of and also be part owners, it's a win-win for everyone."

The deal with Green brings H.B. McClure to 408 employees and a fleet of 243 vehicles working out of Harrisburg, Harleysville and York. The company projects annual revenue of more than $75 million.

It finished with $65.4 million in 2014.

Acquisition terms were not disclosed.

Source: Central Penn Business Journal