Halco Home Solutions provides commercial services, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing, for businesses, institutions, and organizations throughout the Finger Lakes, including Ithaca, Syracuse, Rochester, and the surrounding areas.
We are the area’s trusted energy-saving contractor, which means our clients can be assured that every decision we make will be based on minimizing the energy required to run all of the above. Halco is a leader in water and energy conservation. In fact, our energy services department regularly generates savings for clients who pay for the cost of HVAC upgrades!
Our Integrated Design-Build Approach
Commercial MEP projects are most successful when systems are designed and coordinated early. Halco does not provide traditional “bids”, we instead use a design-build model that allows mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems to be planned together rather than treated as separate scopes.
This approach supports clearer communication, fewer conflicts during construction, and better alignment between design intent and field execution. Halco uses CAD and 3D modeling tools to coordinate systems and identify issues before installation begins.
At Halco, we can take care of the entire project in a turnkey fashion, including design, budgeting, code review, construction, and provide accurate as-built documents upon completion. This service helps business owners and developers by taking care of all design and construction needs for their mechanical, electrical, and plumbing scopes of work
Prefabrication That Improves Quality and Scheduling
With Halco’s “pre-fab” approach, many mechanical, plumbing, and electrical assemblies are built in controlled shop environments before being installed on site.
Prefabrication improves consistency and quality, reduces job-site congestion, and supports tighter construction schedules. It also allows work to continue off-site while other phases of construction are underway. This approach is especially valuable on projects with complex systems or limited on-site access.
Experience Across All Commercial Building Types
Halco provides MEP services for a wide range of commercial and institutional buildings, including offices, manufacturing facilities, wineries, healthcare spaces, restaurants, retail locations, multi-unit housing, and educational facilities, just to name a few.
Our teams regularly work in existing buildings where upgrades must be completed while operations continue. This experience informs how systems are designed, staged, and installed.
Our Commercial Mechanical (HVAC) Services
Halco designs, installs, and services commercial HVAC systems to support comfort, efficiency, and reliability. Our team is fully trained, licensed, and certified, including NATE and National Comfort Institute certifications, with additional accreditation through the Building Performance Institute.
Our mechanical services include:
- Complete HVAC system design
- HVAC installation in new construction
- Total HVAC system replacement
- HVAC maintenance & repair
- Energy-efficient upgrades (duct sealing, ductwork insulation, insulation upgrades)
- Renewable energy options (solar and geothermal system installation)
Mechanical recommendations are developed with attention to building use, existing infrastructure, and long-term operating goals.
Our Commercial Electrical Services
Halco provides commercial electrical services that are fully integrated with mechanical and plumbing systems.
Our electrical services include:
- Electrical system design and installation
- Power distribution and service upgrades
- Lighting and controls
- Equipment connections and coordination
- Prefabricated electrical assemblies
- Maintenance and service support
Electrical work is coordinated closely with other trades to support safe, efficient installation and long-term reliability.
Our Commercial Plumbing Services
Commercial plumbing systems must support consistent operation while meeting performance and code requirements. Halco provides plumbing services for new commercial construction, renovations, and existing buildings.
Our plumbing services include:
- Sewer and drain cleaning
- High pressure jetting of drain lines
- Well pump system installation and repair
- Water conditioning and treatment
- Tankless water heaters
- Faucets and plumbing fixtures
- Thawing and repair of frozen pipes
- Heat tape and frost protection
- Leak location and repair
- Complete excavation service
Halco’s plumbing teams support both standalone projects and fully integrated MEP scopes.
Ongoing Service, Maintenance, and 24/7 Emergency Support
Halco offers custom preventative maintenance membership programs designed to support reliability, reduce downtime, and extend the life of critical equipment. Services commonly include equipment inspections, cleaning, tune-ups, adjustments, filter and belt changes, and system start-ups and shutdowns.
Maintenance program members receive:
- Priority service scheduling during high-demand periods
- Reduced trip charges for emergency service
- Discounted repair work
Halco provides regular service seven days a week, with 24-hour emergency support available. When you call our offices, you will always speak with a live team member!
What Our Customers Say
The gentleman knew what and where to look for the problems.
Florence
My late husband and I have been customers for decades. It is precious to me that I can make ONE call to service Heating, Cooling, Electrical, and Plumbing issues. HALCO is available 24-7. Most recently I was away from home recovering from back surgery. When I returned.my furnace had shut down. This was just in …
Gail
He worked non-stop without a break, by himself, to remove my old furnace and to install a new furnace.
Tanya
So far, I have been pleased with Halco service and especially appreciate the call I received this morning…
Tanya
Sarah was respectful but very supportive throughout this whole procedure. She deserves the highest commendation and congratulations for her excellent work.
Ron
Last week HALCO installed a geothermal heat pump at our residence. I have only praise for the work they did…
Charles
I can’t express enough gratitude to amount to the amazing work your crew did.
Annemarie
John was extremely professional, kind, courteous and a good communicator.
Lynn
Because you are local
John
Why Choose Halco for Commercial MEP Services
Halco Home Solutions is now certified through NYSERDA’s Multifamily Performance Program, further expanding our ability to support energy-efficient upgrades in apartment buildings and multifamily properties across the Finger Lakes. This certification allows our team to deliver qualified mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and building performance improvements that meet state energy standards while helping property owners improve efficiency, comfort, and long-term operating costs.
If you are planning a commercial project or evaluating existing building systems, an early conversation can help clarify options and next steps.
