Halco Ithaca NY

Business Overview

Halco in Ithaca, NY is a multi-service home and commercial energy company. The firm provides plumbing, heating and air conditioning, and insulation work across the Finger Lakes and nearby counties. Emergency service is available 24 hours a day, every day, so technicians respond when pipes break or heating systems fail on cold winter nights. The company operates with a team of skilled technicians and service staff who handle both residential and commercial projects.

Key Services

Halco focuses on practical, energy-minded solutions. Main service groups include:

• Plumbing: repairs and installations — faucets, sinks, showers, bathtubs, toilets, drains, water heaters, water pipes, and plumbing inspections.
• Gas & Piping: gas line installation and repair, safe testing, and system upgrades for homes and businesses.
• Heating & Cooling (HVAC): installation, replacement, repair, and routine maintenance of heating and cooling systems suited for Ithaca’s cold winters and humid summers.
• Insulation & Envelope Work: insulation installation, air sealing, and measures that cut energy waste and improve indoor comfort.

Short jobs and large projects are both handled. Examples include water heater replacement, whole-house insulation, emergency drain repair, and HVAC system replacement for older homes common in the area.

Areas Served

Halco serves Ithaca NY and an extended regional area. Service locations include Auburn, Cortland, Geneva, Seneca Falls, Cortlandville, Trumansburg, Lansing, Newfield, Dryden, Groton, and many surrounding towns. The company also responds across several nearby counties and reaches communities through four Upstate New York offices.

Company History

Hal Smith founded Halco in 1984. Starting with small service calls, the business gradually added HVAC, insulation, and energy assessment divisions. Over decades it expanded to multiple locations and broader service offerings while keeping a focus on durable workmanship and practical energy improvements. The company’s background includes work on older housing stock, campus-area rentals, and local businesses.

Leadership

Owner Hal Smith has led the company since its start in 1984. With decades of hands-on experience, he has overseen the company’s steady growth and local presence. Hal stays involved in regional industry groups and community projects that aim to improve building performance and energy use.

Specialties & Highlights

• 24/7 emergency response for plumbing and HVAC failures.
• Experience with energy-efficient HVAC systems and practical insulation upgrades.
• Work on both older Ithaca homes and modern commercial properties.
• Home energy assessments and envelope improvements to reduce heating costs.

Why Locals Choose Halco

Halco Ithaca NY is chosen for steady workmanship, a long local track record, and a focus on energy savings that matter in a climate with lake-effect snow and long winters. The company balances practical fixes with longer-term upgrades, serving homeowners, landlords, and businesses across the region.