I am the fleet manager for Legacy Service Partners, which is a private equity owned conglomerate of residential HVAC, plumbing and electrical businesses. With our significant acquisition growth over the last 3.5+ years, Merchants has been an instrumental partner as our fleet has expanded from 200 vehicles to 1,700+ today. Merchants has helped drive strategy and support leading to cost savings and overall efficiency. I would personally recommend them as the premier fleet management company.
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HVAC Fleet Management & Leasing Solutions
Fleet solutions built to keep HVAC technicians moving—season after season.
Your HVAC technicians rely on vehicles that are fully equipped, well-organized, and ready for the next service call. But long lead times, inconsistent upfits, and aging vans can bring your schedule to a halt. Merchants helps HVAC operators reduce downtime, simplify fleet operations, and scale more efficiently with flexible leasing, faster access to HVAC-ready vehicles, and real-time fleet visibility.
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Fleet Leasing for HVAC Businesses
Financial flexibility designed for HVAC growth.
HVAC businesses operate with seasonality, project surges, and the need to preserve capital for staffing and equipment. Merchants offers leasing solutions that support growth without restricting financial agility.
HVAC fleet leasing options include:
- Operating leases with low monthly costs
- Capital and hybrid leases aligned to PE-owned models
- Cash flow smoothing for multi-branch operators
- Terms that support scaling, acquisitions, and expansion
Grow your fleet while maintaining flexibility—no ownership burden required.
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Standardized HVAC Upfits Built for Technicians
Engineered layouts that support faster, safer service calls.
Inconsistent vehicle setups slow technicians down and create unnecessary downtime. Merchants delivers standardized HVAC upfit packages engineered around technician workflow and safety.
HVAC upfit packages include:
- Shelving systems for tools and parts
- Ladder racks for roof and attic access
- Refrigerant storage solutions
- Safety lighting and visibility enhancements
- Power inverters and electrical access
Consistent builds across every technician and location help you:
- Accelerate onboarding
- Improve job efficiency
- Reduce downtime from missing equipment
- Lower upfit costs through consistent specifications
Efficient layouts support efficient service calls.
Reduce HVAC Technician Downtime
Keep technicians productive during peak season.
Every hour a technician waits on a vehicle is an hour of lost productivity. Merchants helps HVAC operators reduce downtime through proactive fleet strategies.
Downtime reduction includes:
- Standardized HVAC upfit packages
- Faster vehicle replacement cycles
- Predictive maintenance insights
- Proactive lifecycle planning
Your team stays efficient, safe, and better prepared—especially when demand spikes.
Control Costs with a Smart Vehicle Replacement Plan
Save thousands with a customized vehicle replacement plan. Without a clear vehicle replacement schedule, you can easily overspend by up to $3,500 per vehicle a year due to increased maintenance costs, downtime impacts, and lost fuel savings.
Fleet Maintenance That Protects Uptime
Simplified maintenance for HVAC service fleets.
HVAC vehicles work hard year-round. Our fleet maintenance approach helps operators stay ahead of issues while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
Fleet maintenance support includes:
- Preventative maintenance scheduling
- Diagnostic alerts and issue tracking
- Faster service coordination
- Reduced emergency repair costs
By addressing issues early, your fleet stays reliable and service-ready.
Fast Deployment of HVAC-Ready Vehicles
Get HVAC-ready vehicles on the road faster.
When demand spikes, your fleet needs to move fast. Merchants delivers HVAC-ready units through multiple sourcing and deployment strategies.
Fast deployment options include:
- ReadyFleet® vans available for immediate deployment
- Nationwide dealer sourcing
- Bailment pool access for HVAC-specific builds
- Pre-owned vehicles for urgent needs
Get technicians on the road sooner—and keep pace with customer demand.
Real-Time Fleet Reporting & Insights with TotalView®
Clear visibility into fleet performance—without spreadsheets.
Gain a clear understanding of your fleet with centralized reporting and real-time dashboards through TotalView®.
TotalView® insights include:
- Maintenance forecasting
- Spend and cost-per-vehicle visibility
- Route and utilization data
- Fuel and idle tracking
HVAC Fleet Management Technology
Stay ahead of costly issues with:
- Diagnostic alerts
- Preventative maintenance tracking
- Fuel and idle monitoring
- Route optimization
Clear data. Smarter decisions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of home service companies do you support?
We work with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other home service businesses that depend on reliable service vehicles to keep technicians on the road. Our solutions are designed specifically for high-volume, high-utilization fleets that need predictable costs, faster vehicle availability, and standardized upfits.
How does flexible fleet leasing work?
Flexible leasing allows you to scale your fleet up or down without long-term commitments or the capital burden of ownership. Instead of purchasing vehicles, you lease them at a predictable monthly rate — reducing upfront costs, minimizing asset risks, and improving cash flow.
What makes your leasing different from traditional dealership or commercial leasing?
Dealerships provide vehicles. We provide work-ready fleet solutions, including:
- Faster access to service-ready vehicles
- Standardized upfits pre-configured for HVAC, plumbing, & electrical
- Replacement vehicles when needed
- Maintenance management and operational oversight
This creates a true lifecycle partnership rather than a transactional vehicle purchase.
What types of vehicles are available through ReadyFleet?
ReadyFleet offers a range of work-ready vans and trucks commonly used in home services — including cargo vans, box trucks, pickups, and high-roof service vehicles. All units can be delivered with standardized upfit packages tailored to your trade.
What is included in a standardized upfit?
Upfits can include shelving, partitions, ladder racks, storage modules, lighting, power inverters, safety accessories, branding options, and more. Each package is configured to reduce technician downtime and maximize efficiency.
How fast can I get vehicles?
ReadyFleet is designed for speed. Because vehicles and upfits are pre-configured, delivery times are significantly faster than traditional ordering channels. Many customers receive work-ready vehicles weeks or months sooner than OEM or dealer pipelines.
Can I customize my upfits?
Yes. While many clients prefer standardized configurations to streamline operations, custom upfits can be developed based on your business needs and technician workflows.
How does this help control fleet costs?
Our approach helps minimize financial surprises through:
- Fixed, predictable monthly costs
- Reduced maintenance-related downtime
- Lower upfront capital requirements
- Faster replacement for out-of-service vehicles
- Standardized equipment that reduces waste and errors
This creates greater operational stability and a more efficient cost structure.
Does this help technicians stay on the road more?
Yes — every component is built around uptime. Faster access to vehicles, rapid replacements, and standardized upfits reduce downtime and get technicians to more jobs per day.
What is TotalView?
TotalView is Merchants’ proprietary fleet management platform that gives you detailed, up-to-the-minute data about your fleet. It offers a wealth of vehicle-specific information, customizable dashboards, and more. Our experts have designed it to give you the information you need to make informed, data-based decisions, ultimately lowering your total cost of ownership (TCO). Learn how TotalView combines with our consulting to help you optimize your fleet.
What can I track in TotalView?
TotalView offers visibility into:
- Vehicle health & maintenance alerts
- Utilization and route efficiency
- Fuel and operating costs
- Lease status and lifecycle timing
- Driver behavior insights
- Upcoming replacements or service needs
This helps home service businesses proactively manage their fleet rather than react to issues.
Who handles maintenance and repairs?
We manage the maintenance process for you. Through our nationwide network, we coordinate service, track performance, and help ensure repairs are handled quickly so technicians can get back on the road.
Talk to an HVAC Fleet Expert. Get a Clear Fleet Assessment.
Your fleet should support technician productivity—not slow it down. Whether you’re planning for peak season, replacing aging vehicles, or exploring more flexible leasing options, our HVAC fleet experts are here to help.
When you connect with Merchants, you’ll get:
- A conversation with an HVAC fleet specialist
- A high-level assessment of your current fleet setup
- Guidance on leasing options, upfit strategies, and deployment timelines
- Insight into ways to reduce downtime and improve uptime
No pressure. No generic recommendations. Just practical guidance tailored to your HVAC operation.