Harrell-Fish Acquires Ecofriendly Mechanical

Enhances sustainable HVAC and plumbing capabilities while reinforcing commitment to Bloomington, IN community

Apr. 8, 2026 at 11:39am

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Harrell-Fish, LLC, a leading provider of mechanical installation and maintenance services headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana, has acquired Ecofriendly Mechanical, a respected local leader in sustainable and energy-efficient mechanical solutions. The acquisition strengthens Harrell-Fish's capabilities in delivering eco-friendly HVAC and plumbing services to its clients.

Why it matters

The acquisition allows Harrell-Fish to expand its sustainable mechanical services offerings and reinforce its commitment to the Bloomington community, where both companies are based. It also highlights the growing demand for energy-efficient HVAC and plumbing solutions as businesses and institutions seek to reduce their environmental impact.

The details

Ecofriendly Mechanical, a family-owned business that has served the Bloomington community for over four decades, will remain part of the combined company. Ecofriendly's management team, including CEO Andy Hardisty, will continue in their roles. The acquisition will allow Harrell-Fish to leverage Ecofriendly's specialized expertise in sustainable practices while providing Ecofriendly's clients with access to Harrell-Fish's deeper operating resources and scale.

  • Harrell-Fish, LLC acquired Ecofriendly Mechanical on April 8, 2026.
  • Harrell-Fish partnered with New State Capital Partners in December 2025 to accelerate the company's growth.

The players

Harrell-Fish, LLC

A leading provider of mechanical installation and maintenance services headquartered in Bloomington, Indiana.

Ecofriendly Mechanical

A respected local leader in sustainable and energy-efficient mechanical solutions, also based in Bloomington, Indiana.

New State Capital Partners

A private equity firm that partnered with Harrell-Fish in December 2025 to support the company's growth.

Steve Dawson

Chief Executive Officer of Harrell-Fish, LLC.

Andy Hardisty

CEO of Ecofriendly Mechanical, who will remain with the combined company.

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What they’re saying

“When we partnered with New State in December 2025, we emphasized our commitment to accelerating growth while maintaining the culture and quality our clients expect. By combining HFI's deep operating resources and scale with Ecofriendly's specialized focus on energy efficiency, we are strengthening our ability to serve our clients with expanded capabilities, enhanced resources, and a deeper focus on sustainable practices.”

— Steve Dawson, Chief Executive Officer of Harrell-Fish, LLC

“I'm delighted to be joining HFI, a company that shares our deep-rooted commitment to maintaining a high standard of service in the Bloomington community. We look forward to working with HFI's management team as we continue prioritizing customer relationships and delivering the reliable, eco-friendly solutions our clients rely on, while providing our employees with exciting new opportunities for growth.”

— Andy Hardisty, CEO of Ecofriendly Mechanical

“We established our mechanical contracting services platform with HFI just four months ago, and completing this strategic add-on acquisition so quickly underscores the compelling market opportunity. We look forward to supporting Steve, Andy, and the team through a smooth integration.”

— Shaun Vasavada, Senior Principal at New State Capital Partners

What’s next

Harrell-Fish and Ecofriendly Mechanical will work to integrate their operations and teams over the coming months to provide seamless service to their combined client base.

The takeaway

The acquisition of Ecofriendly Mechanical by Harrell-Fish strengthens the company's position as a leading provider of sustainable HVAC and plumbing solutions in the Bloomington, Indiana market, reinforcing its commitment to the local community and the growing demand for eco-friendly mechanical services.