Will my employees find out I'm thinking about selling?

No. Confidentiality is one of the biggest priorities in our process. We sign an NDA before any numbers are shared, and the deal is structured so your team, customers, and suppliers stay in the dark unless you decide otherwise.

What if I'm not ready to sell yet? Is it too early to talk?

Usually, that is the best time to talk. Owners who start planning 18 to 24 months ahead often get better valuations, cleaner closings, and more options.

How do you determine what my HVAC business is worth?

We value HVAC businesses the same way serious buyers do: adjusted earnings multiplied by a market-based multiple. For Chicagoland commercial HVAC service businesses, that usually lands somewhere between 3x and 7x adjusted EBITDA depending on recurring service revenue, customer mix, owner dependence, and operational quality.

How long does the whole process take from first call to close?

Most deals close in 6 to 12 months. That includes the initial conversation, review of financials, a written LOI, focused due diligence, legal drafting, and transition planning.

Can I stay involved after the sale closes?

Yes, if you want to. Some owners want a clean break. Others want to stay involved for 6 to 24 months in an advisory or operational role.

Who is Michael Mayes and why should I trust him?

Michael is a Chicago entrepreneur with more than 20 years of experience building, operating, and exiting businesses, including a prior company he sold for 20 million dollars. He is the actual buyer and operator.

Contact HVAC business buyer Michael Mayes directly to start a confidential conversation about selling your commercial HVAC company in Chicagoland. This is the fastest way to reach an HVAC business buyer who actually plans to operate the company after closing.

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Email the HVAC business buyer directly.

If you’re thinking about selling your commercial HVAC business in Chicagoland, skip the forms, funnels, and calendar games. Email Michael Mayes directly and start with a confidential, plain-English conversation.

✉ Email [email protected]

Not Sure Where to Start?

Three ways to get grounded before you email.

Some owners want a number first. Others want to understand the process. Some just want proof they are talking to someone who has actually built and sold a serious business before. Start wherever makes sense.

01 · Valuation

Start with a number.

If your first question is “what is my HVAC business worth?”, use the valuation calculator before you reach out. It gives you a rough range and helps make the first conversation more useful.

Go to the valuation calculator →

02 · Process

Understand the steps.

If you want to understand what happens from first conversation to closing, review the acquisition process page before emailing. No mystery box. No banker theater.

View the process page →

03 · Proof

Review a real outcome.

If you want to know whether Michael has actually done this before, read the $20M exit case study and see what serious preparation looked like.

Read the case study →

Get In Touch

Contact the HVAC business buyer directly — Michael Mayes.

Whether you’re ready to sell your commercial HVAC business or just quietly exploring options, Michael will give you honest, straightforward feedback. No pitch. No pressure. No handoff to a junior person who learned HVAC from a spreadsheet.

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[email protected]

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Headquarters

Chicago, IL

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Response Time

Usually within one business day

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Confidentiality

NDA available before any numbers are shared

✓ Your information is never shared with anyone without your permission

✓ Michael personally reads and responds to seller inquiries

✓ There is no obligation to proceed after the first conversation

✓ No brokers, no middlemen, and no commission

✓ You are reaching a Chicagoland operator, not a private equity committee

Direct Contact

Email me directly. I’ll respond personally.

If you’re even thinking about selling, send a short note. You do not need a polished package, a broker memo, or perfect financials to start a conversation. A simple email is enough.

Send a confidential note to

[email protected]

Email Michael Directly →

No forms. No calendar wall. No pressure.

A useful first email can be simple:

→ Your company name and general location

→ Approximate annual revenue

→ Whether you are ready now or just exploring

→ Any concern you want handled confidentially

Your business took decades to build. Start with one honest email.

Whether you’re ready to sell or just exploring, the first step does not need to be complicated. Email Michael directly and get a straight answer from the person who would actually buy and operate the business.