Fractional CFO & Bookkeeping Services for HVAC Contractors
Clearer reporting and stronger financial oversight for HVAC companies.
PHG Advisory provides fractional CFO and bookkeeping support for HVAC contractors that need accurate financials and more reliable reporting. We help business owners gain clearer visibility into performance and make more informed decisions around operations, hiring, and growth.
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Testimonials
“We have dealt with 2 fractional CFOs and 4 bookkeepers before we found PHG. PHG came in and did what others couldn’t. We actually know our numbers and have infrastructure in place to make sure our numbers are accurate.”
Sam Allsop
Neil Roofing
“PHG has been incredible to work with. Their team is patient, informative, knowledgeable, and easy to work with. PHG has helped us gain a clearer view of our financials and provided valuable guidance as we approach a potential sale. I would highly recommend working with PHG.”
Joey Bryant
SWORD Roofing
“PHG has helped us understand our own numbers in a way we hadn’t been able to before. They have enhanced our bookkeeping, expanded our reporting capabilities, and even assessed our marketing strategies. The PHG team is incredibly knowledgeable across many fields, and has been responsive, accessible, and highly effective as a partner. Working with PHG has been a great experience one that we would definitely recommend!”
Megan DuVarney
Grey Gold Concrete
“PHG has transformed our bookkeeping by turning it into a tool used to monitor and steer the business. Instead of only using Quickbooks for tax filing, we now have the visibility and confidence in the numbers to uncover new opportunities and best position Amped for future growth. Outside of visibility and insightful financial reviews, PHG has assisted with the developing the compensation structure of our sales team, budget development, quoting best practices etc.. They have been great partners.”
Trey Flake
Amped Security
“PHG has completely transformed the financial side of our roofing company in Florida. With multiple locations, we struggled with our finances until we started working with them. Their fractional CFO services have been incredibly valuable, offering strategic insights and financial leadership without the need for a full-time CFO.”
Ryan McPherson
Quality Roofing
“PHG cleaned up my books and took over the day to day bookkeeping / financial management, so I could focus on running the business. Their support provided more visibility into the financial performance of my business than I have had in years. They are a key part of my business and always available to help.”
Donald Young
Central Florida Garage
“I engaged PHG’s Fractional CFO group to organize my financials and data in preparation for a potential sale. Their team expertly positioned my business to maximize its value. When the time was right, PHG’s Buyside M&A Team connected me with an excellent partner and secured a fantastic deal, saving me from paying a sell-side broker fee. PHG provided guidance and support from start to finish, and I would strongly recommend that any strategic-minded business owner consider speaking with them.”
Chad Hale
Hale’s Roofing
Meet Our CFOs & Bookkeeping Professionals
Logan Marita
Alan Donovan
Shane McCormick
Eric Suh
Tracy Jones
Colton Townes
Jay Homan
Righley Medders
Financial Support Built for HVAC Contractors
We support a range of HVAC companies, from smaller contractors to larger businesses with multiple crews, technicians, and service areas. This includes residential HVAC companies, commercial HVAC providers, service and repair companies, installation-focused businesses, and other heating and cooling contractors. We help HVAC contractors that want stronger bookkeeping, clearer reporting, and better visibility into the financial side of the business.
Why HVAC Contractors Choose Us
No Lock-In Periods
Cancel anytime. We earn your trust month after month.
Flat Monthly Pricing
No hourly billing. No hidden fees. Predictable costs from day one.
Fast Response Times
You’ll always hear back within 24 hours. Guaranteed.
Timely Financials
Books are closed by the 15th of every month. No delays.
Senior-Level Strategy
Our team brings Big Firm and private equity experience without the full-time cost.
Exit-Ready Books
When the time comes to sell, bring in partners, or raise capital, your books will be ready.
Financial Challenges We Help HVAC Contractors Solve
We help HVAC contractors keep their books organized, improve reporting visibility, and make more confident decisions as the business grows.
Common Challenges We Help Solve:
- Incomplete or inaccurate books
- Delayed month-end closes
- Limited visibility into cash flow
- Difficulty tracking install vs service profitability
- Backlogs in AP, AR, payroll, or bill entry
- Unclear financial reporting
- Financials not ready for CPA or tax prep
- Weak visibility into margins and overhead
What We Offer
Our Process
Discovery Call
We start with a brief discovery call to understand your business, goals, and financial challenges.
Financial Health Assessment
We complete your Financial Health Assessment and walk you through the results, providing a clear, actionable roadmap with personalized recommendations.
Engagemet Agreement
If we're a good fit, we'll send an engagement agreement outlining the scope, services, and next steps.
Kickoff Meeting
Together, we'll align on priorities, timelines, and communication to ensure a successful partnership.
Ongoing Advisory
We become an extension of your team, providing ongoing bookkeeping support, strategic financial guidance, and proactive insights to help your business grow.
Get a Clear Picture of Your HVAC Company’s Financial Health
Before any engagement, we begin with a Financial Health Assessment (FHA) to show you where your finances stand and identify areas for improvement. We review your accounting systems, reporting accuracy, cash flow, profitability, and potential risks to provide clear, actionable insights you can use right away, helping you make confident and informed decisions.
Case Studies
How We Helped a $15M Business Improve Margins Through Compensation Redesign
Service : Fractional CFO
Industry : Roofing
The Challenge
The business was selling too many lower-margin jobs, limiting overall profitability and putting pressure on performance.
What We Did
We restructured the commission plan so higher gross profit jobs earned higher payouts, while also reducing base salaries to create stronger performance incentives.
The Outcome
Gross profit increased by 5%, and jobs sold below 35% gross profit decreased by 30%.
Key Takeaway
A well-designed commission structure can drive better sales decisions and stronger financial results
How We Helped a $30M Business Protect Profitability During a Down Year
Service : Fractional CFO
Industry : Roofing
The Challenge
The company entered 2025 expecting 25% revenue growth, but instead experienced a 15% decline, creating an urgent need to reduce costs and protect profitability.
What We Did
We compared the company’s financials to industry benchmarks and built a bottoms-up budget to identify cost-saving opportunities. This revealed more than $1M in redundancies that could be eliminated, along with another $500K in fixed costs that could be shifted to subcontractors as variable costs.
The Outcome
The company remained profitable despite a down year and was better positioned to respond quickly when growth returns.
Key Takeaway
A disciplined cost structure helps businesses stay profitable during downturns while preserving flexibility for future growth.
How We Helped a $35M Business Reduce Payment Processing Costs
Service : Fractional CFO
Industry : Roofing
The Challenge
The company was processing more than 1,500 annual credit card payments, resulting in significant transaction fees that reduced overall profitability.
What We Did
We negotiated with the vendor to reduce credit card processing fees and lower the company’s annual payment-related costs.
The Outcome
The business realized nearly $100K in annualized fee savings.
Key Takeaway
Even small improvements in vendor terms can create meaningful savings at scale.
How We Helped a $10M+ Business Build a Stronger Financial Foundation
Service : Bookkeeping
Industry : Concrete
The Challenge
The company had not filed taxes in three years, was still operating on a cash basis, and lacked reliable financial visibility to support better decision-making.
What We Did
We cleaned up the financials, transitioned the business from cash to accrual accounting, and began reviewing job costing data to identify gross profit opportunities tied to errors in the estimating template.
The Outcome
The company established a more accurate financial foundation, improved visibility into job performance, and uncovered opportunities to strengthen gross profit.
Key Takeaway
Clean financials and accurate job costing give businesses the insight they need to improve profitability and plan with confidence.
How We Helped a $25M+ Business Rebuild Financial Clarity After a Failed Acquisition
Service : Bookkeeping
Industry : Roofing
The Challenge
The company believed it was generating $11M in EBITDA during an acquisition process, but the true figure was closer to $6M. When that gap came to light, an $80M acquisition offer fell through. The business needed a deeper financial cleanup to understand performance and recover lost value.
What We Did
We led a multi-year financial cleanup that uncovered more than $1M in cost-reduction opportunities, identified misbilling from material vendors, and found received checks that had not been cashed.
The Outcome
The company gained a more accurate view of financial performance, uncovered meaningful cash and cost savings, and created a stronger foundation for future growth or transaction readiness.
Key Takeaway
Clean, accurate financials are critical to protecting business value and avoiding costly surprises during a transaction.
How We Helped a Business Correct Financials That Showed a False Loss
Service : Bookkeeping
Industry : HVAC
The Challenge
A multi-location HVAC contractor believed it was heading toward bankruptcy after its financials appeared to show negative $1 million in EBITDA, despite recently winning and starting several large jobs. The books were not accurately reflecting business performance.
What We Did
We performed a deep review of the financials and found the company was actually generating closer to $2.1 million in EBITDA. We identified that several large material prepayments had been recorded before the related revenue was recognized, distorting profitability. From there, we led a multi-year cleanup to transition the business to full accrual accounting, supported by a monthly over/under billed adjustment process.
The Outcome
The company gained a far more accurate view of financial performance and discovered the business was much healthier than it appeared. With cleaner reporting and a stronger accounting foundation, leadership could make decisions based on reality rather than misleading financials.
Key Takeaway
In project-based businesses, inaccurate revenue recognition can make a profitable company look distressed. Clean accrual-based reporting creates the clarity needed to manage confidently and plan for growth.
How We Helped Increase a Home Services Company's Acquisition Offer from $4M to $7M in Five Months
Service : CFO & Bookkeeping
Industry : Fire & Life Safety
The Challenge
The company received a $4 million acquisition offer, but incomplete financial reporting limited buyer confidence. Rather than move forward, both parties agreed to revisit the opportunity after the business strengthened its financials.
What We Did
Following the pause in negotiations, the company engaged PHG's CFO & Bookkeeping team to improve its financial reporting, clean up the books, and provide a clearer picture of business performance. Over the next five months, we prepared the company for buyer due diligence with accurate, reliable financials.
The Outcome
With stronger financial reporting and greater buyer confidence, the company returned to the negotiating table five months later, increasing its acquisition offer from $4 million to $7 million.
Key Takeaway
Accurate financial reporting and CFO oversight can strengthen buyer confidence, improve negotiating leverage, and maximize business value during a sale.
FAQs
How do fees and pricing work?
We offer flat monthly pricing so you know exactly what to expect, with no surprises or hidden fees. Pricing is based on the scope of work and complexity of your business, with no upfront commitment and month-to-month agreements that can be canceled anytime.
Do you offer fractional CFO and bookkeeping services nationwide?
Yes. PHG Advisory provides fractional CFO and bookkeeping services to businesses across all 50 states. We work remotely with clients nationwide and provide consistent financial support regardless of location.
Do you work with different types of HVAC companies?
Yes. We work with HVAC businesses across service, repair, maintenance, and installation that need better bookkeeping and stronger financial reporting.
Can you help if our books need to be cleaned up?
Yes. We regularly help businesses correct historical issues, improve financial organization, and put a cleaner monthly close process in place.
Do you replace our CPA?
No. We support your CPA by keeping the books more accurate, the reporting more organized, and the financials better prepared for tax and year-end work.
What does a fractional CFO do for an HVAC company?
A fractional CFO helps improve financial decision-making through budgeting, forecasting, cash flow planning, profitability analysis, and ongoing financial oversight.
Can we still work with you if we already have internal bookkeeping support?
Yes. In many cases, we can work alongside an existing bookkeeper and provide additional CFO-level guidance and reporting support.
Build a Stronger Business with a Finance Partner You Can Trust
PHG provides HVAC contractors with clean books, reliable reporting, and senior-level financial insight to support growth and strengthen financial decision-making without the cost of a full-time hire.