HomeServe Acquires Howard County, Maryland’s Ken Griffin Plumbing Services

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HomeServe USA has acquired Ken Griffin Plumbing Services, a family-owned company in Dayton, Maryland, marking its fifth acquisition in the D.C. area. Ken Griffin Plumbing, founded in 1989, is known for its quality service, receiving an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau. The acquisition aims to enhance service offerings in Howard County and beyond, integrating plumbing services with existing HVAC operations. Ken Griffin and his team will remain involved to ensure continued customer service excellence.

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• Ken Griffin Plumbing Services is a well-established brand with over 30 years of experience.
• Acquisition complements HomeServe's HVAC services, potentially increasing customer base and service offerings.
• The retention of Ken Griffin and existing staff ensures continuity and service quality.

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DAYTON, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- HomeServe USA (HomeServe), a leading provider of service plans, repair, and installation services for the home, today announced the acquisition of Ken Griffin Plumbing Services, Inc. The family-owned company, which is based in Dayton, Maryland and services all of Howard County, was founded over 30 years ago in 1989 and led by Ken and Kathy Griffin. They boast an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and have won numerous accolades including the honor of being voted “Best of Howard County” for 24 years in a row.

The Ken Griffin team mainly serves residential customers, but also offers commercial services to area businesses. As a full-service plumbing company, Ken Griffin offers a spectrum of services, including repair and replacement of water heaters, toilets, faucets, as well as drain cleaning, leak detection, gas piping and installation of gas appliances, well water treatment, well pump repair and replacement, and general preventative maintenance and emergency services.

Ken Griffin, founder of Ken Griffin Plumbing Services, and all of the existing staff will stay on board to keep the company running smoothly and serve the customers who depend on them every day.

“Starting and growing this business for the last three decades has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life,” said Ken Griffin. “For this next chapter, we are thrilled to partner with HomeServe and to continue our commitment of providing top quality service for residents in Howard County and beyond. We can’t wait to see where this journey takes us.”

The acquisition of Ken Griffin Plumbing Services marks acquisition number five in the greater D.C. area for HomeServe. Today’s news comes just over a year after HomeServe acquired nearby Columbia-based Environmental Systems Associates (ESA), a provider of residential heating and air conditioning in the area since 1972 and fellow “Best of Howard County” award winner.

“Ken Griffin has been a staple in the greater Metropolitan D.C. area for over three decades and their plumbing services will be highly complementary to ESA’s HVAC services,” commented Deb Dulsky, Global Managing Director, HVAC at HomeServe. “We are excited to have two of Howard County’s “Bests”, along with CroppMetcalfe and the other great brands we have serving the greater Metropolitan D.C. and Baltimore areas. We plan to continue our growth through strategic acquisitions, both in the Mid-Atlantic and in other regions across the country.”

Leading HVAC, plumbing and electrical businesses interested in exploring the opportunity to join HomeServe should visit www.HomeServeTransition.com or contact Deb Dulsky, Global Managing Director, HVAC, at Deb.Dulsky@homeserveusa.com. For more information about HomeServe, visit www.HomeServe.com.

About HomeServe

HomeServe USA Corp. (HomeServe) is a customer-focused company that enables utilities and municipalities to educate, protect and advocate for their customers who are faced with home repair emergencies. Serving more than 4.8 million customers across the US and Canada and working through over 1,100 leading municipal and utility partners, HomeServe protects homeowners against the expense and inconvenience of plumbing, electrical, HVAC and other home repair emergencies.

Through its network of skilled locally based technicians, HomeServe makes a repair or install in a customer’s home every 34 seconds. HomeServe is also a leading provider of residential Energy Efficiency Solutions. Over the past twelve months, HomeServe has installed almost $100 million dollars’ worth of residential HVAC efficiency upgrades.

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Myles Meehan

HomeServe USA

Phone: 203-356-4259

Email: Myles.Meehan@homeserveusa.com



Claire Deneen

Hill+Knowlton Strategies for HomeServe

Phone: 312-255-3134

Email: homeserve@hkstrategies.com

Source: HomeServe USA

FAQ

What is the significance of HomeServe's acquisition of Ken Griffin Plumbing Services?

The acquisition enhances HomeServe's service offerings in plumbing and HVAC, aiming for greater market presence in Howard County.

How does the acquisition impact HomeServe's operations in the D.C. area?

This marks HomeServe's fifth acquisition in the D.C. area, strengthening its local service capabilities and customer reach.

What services does Ken Griffin Plumbing Services provide?

Ken Griffin Plumbing offers comprehensive plumbing services including water heater repair, leak detection, and emergency services for both residential and commercial clients.

Who will manage Ken Griffin Plumbing after the acquisition?

Ken Griffin and all current staff will continue to manage the company, ensuring stable operations and service delivery.