Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mechanical Contracting Partner in Birmingham, AL
Since 1979, Hardy Services has been a leader in mechanical contracting, specializing in commercial and industrial HVAC, plumbing, and refrigeration systems. Our mission centers on creating environments where people thrive through precision engineering and installation excellence. With decades of experience, we serve critical facilities like hospitals, data centers, and industrial complexes where system reliability is paramount. Our team combines advanced technology, including BIM and 3D scanning, with time-tested craftsmanship to deliver efficient, code-compliant solutions. We maintain rigorous safety standards through continuous training and an award-winning safety program. As the only Alabama-based mechanical contractor with a registered apprenticeship program across four disciplines, we invest heavily in workforce development through our non-profit Mechanical Craft Training Institute.This commitment ensures a skilled labor pipeline while maintaining our reputation for reliability and technical expertise. Our clients benefit from in-house engineering, virtual design coordination, and comprehensive commissioning processes that minimize rework and maximize system performance. With a focus on long-term partnerships, we provide end-to-end project management from preconstruction planning to final installation. Our track record includes complex projects for federal institutions, healthcare facilities, and Fortune 500 companies, demonstrating our ability to meet exacting specifications. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, we combine regional expertise with national capabilities to serve clients across the southeastern United States.
Services
Mechanical Contracting
HVAC Installation
Plumbing Systems
Preconstruction Design
Workforce Training
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We maintain an award-winning safety program with continuous employee training
- Our BIM team utilizes 3D modeling and virtual design coordination technology
- We established Alabama's only multi-discipline mechanical apprenticeship program
- Our in-house commissioning process ensures system performance before operation
- We've completed complex projects for federal institutions and Fortune 500 companies
Services
Mechanical Contracting
Hardy Services provides comprehensive mechanical contracting for commercial and industrial facilities. Our expertise covers HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and medical gas systems in mission-critical environments. We handle projects from initial design through final commissioning.
HVAC Installation
We specialize in installing complex HVAC systems for healthcare facilities, data centers, and industrial plants. Our services include chiller installations, ductwork fabrication, and hydronic heating systems with precision engineering for optimal performance.
Preconstruction Services
Our preconstruction offerings include BIM modeling, design-build solutions, and virtual design coordination. We provide clash detection and cost estimation to optimize project planning and minimize field modifications during installation.
Workforce Training
Through our non-profit Mechanical Craft Training Institute, we offer registered apprenticeships in sheet metal, plumbing, piping, and HVAC technician disciplines. Our program develops skilled professionals for the mechanical industry.
Fabrication Services
We provide precision sheet metal fabrication, steel components, and piping systems. Our capabilities include custom ductwork, equipment platforms, and specialized piping solutions for commercial and industrial applications.
People
Kevin Cordell
President & CEO
Mechanical engineer with 18 years industry experience. Holds HVAC/R licenses and MBA. Leads strategic direction while maintaining technical oversight of complex projects across multiple sectors.
Warren Stewart
Executive Vice President
Construction management expert with 25+ years experience. Oversees special projects and executive initiatives. Combines academic credentials with practical field knowledge to drive operational excellence.
Tommy Cox
Vice President of Construction
28-year company veteran with journeyman-level trade expertise. Manages field operations overseeing 250+ employees. Brings hands-on experience from apprentice to executive leadership roles.
Keith Marbury
Vice President
HVAC industry leader with 44 years experience. Directs senior project management team. Combines technical expertise with business acumen developed through decades of managing complex mechanical systems.
Steve Edsall
Vice President of Project Manager Development
Construction management specialist with 41 years tenure. Focuses on leadership development and project execution excellence. Mentors next-generation project managers through structured training programs.
Questions
What mechanical contracting services do you offer?
We provide complete HVAC, plumbing, refrigeration, and medical gas systems installation for commercial and industrial facilities, including design-build solutions and virtual design coordination.
Do you handle complex, mission-critical projects?
Yes, we specialize in environments requiring 100% system reliability including hospitals, data centers, and federal facilities with our proven safety and quality assurance processes.
How do you ensure workforce quality?
Through our registered apprenticeship program and Mechanical Craft Training Institute, we develop skilled professionals across all mechanical disciplines with structured career progression paths.
What technology do you use?
We employ BIM modeling, 3D scanning, Procore project management, Trimble equipment, and real-time inventory systems to enhance precision and efficiency across all project phases.
Are you licensed for specialized installations?
We hold Alabama's largest certification for medical gas installations and maintain factory-trained technicians for all major VRF system manufacturers.
