ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 21, 2025 — Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Electric, Florida’s foremost indoor comfort provider, announced today that it is expanding its service area into the Sarasota, Bradenton, and Tampa markets with the acquisition of Gator Air Conditioning, a residential HVAC service provider.
Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Electric CEO Rick Rogers, Gator Air Conditioning President James Romagnola, and Del-Air Chief Operating Officer Faizzy Saghir are celebrating Del-Air’s acquisition of Gator Air Conditioning.
“We look forward to improving our coverage for customers in Central Florida,” said Rick Rogers, CEO of Del-Air. “Our expanded presence in this market strengthens our footprint across Florida, which means we will be able to bring our top-tier services to more people throughout the state.”
Learn More About Gator Air Conditioning
Gator Air Conditioning has offered reliable HVAC services for residents in Manatee and Sarasota counties for more than 20 years. The company provides heating and air conditioning services for residential and light commercial applications and indoor air quality (IAQ) testing. All of Gator’s work comes with a six-month “Fixed Right the First Time” guarantee.
“Our team is excited to join one of the leading plumbing, air conditioning, and electric companies in Florida. This combination will help us broaden our opportunities and serve more people,” said James Romagnola, president of Gator Air Conditioning. “We look forward to what the future holds as part of the Del-Air family.”
For more than 40 years, Del-Air has built a strong reputation as the air conditioning and heating contractor of choice for Florida homeowners, homebuilders, and commercial businesses.
About Del-Air Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Electric
Since 1983, Del-Air has served Florida residents, businesses, and homebuilders with quality air conditioning, heating, plumbing, and electrical products and services. Del-Air’s warranty programs and flagship Precise Comfort Plan include regular professional maintenance for all household plumbing, air conditioning, and electrical systems where applicable.
Our Services
At Del-Air, we’re proud to offer Florida families superior home services. Our technicians keep your home in top shape by providing:
- AC services: Stay cool in your Florida home with our reliable AC repairs, installations, and maintenance services. We also offer emergency AC repairs for breakdowns that can’t wait until the next business day.
- Heating services: While Florida winters may be mild, temperatures can drop at night, especially during cold snaps. Ensure your comfort with our heating maintenance and repairs.
- Plumbing services: From washing dishes to doing laundry, plumbing affects many aspects of our lives. Our expert plumbing services keep your drains, pipes, and sewer lines in top condition.
- Electrical services: Count on our local electricians for professional electrical repair, installation, and more. We also offer whole-home rewiring and electric vehicle charger installation.
About Astara Capital Partners
Del-Air is majority owned by Astara Capital Partners, an integrated team of investors and operators investing in the middle market. The firm brings capital, strategic, and operational resources to its investments to build sustainable value and position them for long-term success. Astara focuses on various industrial and service sectors, including building products, food, packaging, residential, IT, A&D, and government services. More information about Astara can be found here.
