Growth & Acquisition

Honoring the Legacy You’ve Built

You didn’t just build a business; you built a team, a community, and a legacy. When it’s time to take the next step and sell your company, Summit Companies is here to carry it all forward with care, respect, and the resources to help it grow the way you planned. We invest and support your people, strengthen operations, and provide the tools and expertise to ensure that that growth lasts for years to come.

Expanding Our Impact Through a Shared Vision

Organizations that have chosen to recently join Summit Companies

Why Business Owners Trust Their Legacy with Summit Companies

Accelerate Your Growth

Grow your company by tapping into Summit’s strong service and capabilities

Protect Your Team's Future and Culture

Work alongside a team who believe in a strong work ethic and care for employees

Expand on What Makes Your Business Special

Share best practices and preserve your unique value and center of excellence post acquisition

Secure Better Opportunities for Your Team

Your employees will receive comprehensive benefits, training programs and more opportunities for advancement

From One Owner to Another

“We wanted a partner who could complement our current services and strengthen the areas where we relied on outside support. Joining Summit Fire & Security gives TLS access to a broader network of expertise, more in-house capabilities, and the resources to better serve our customers."

Doug PattersonOwner of TLS

“By joining Summit, our employees and customers now have access to a more robust organization. Equipped with enhanced tools, resources, and training, Summit will help our team deliver even greater service and protection for our customers and communities.”

Jodi KohlerPSI CEO

“When I made the decision to sell my business, my priority was ensuring that Hope Fire Extinguisher’s customers—and especially our employees—would continue to be cared for with the same dedication I’ve given over the past 41 years. After meeting with Summit Companies, and speaking with several industry peers, it was clear that Summit was the best fit for our team.”

Mitch DownsHope Fire Extinguisher Services

“Fire protection is about more than compliance—it’s about trust, reliability, and safeguarding what matters most. The General Fire & Safety team has spent decades building that trust, and we’re excited to continue that mission as part of Summit Fire Protection.”

Jason McDonaldCEO of General Fire & Safety

“It’s been an honor to serve our customers for nearly 20 years, and I’m deeply grateful for the trust and support given to Hy-Test. As we begin this new chapter with Summit Fire & Security, I’m confident our customers will benefit from their expanded resources and continued commitment to customer-first service.”

John SimpsonOwner of Hy-Test

Recent Acquisition Stories

Learn how these companies are continuing their legacy joining the Summit Companies team.

Summit Fire & Security Announces the Purchase of HTH Automatic Sprinkler

Summit Fire & Security Announces the Purchase of IFS Fire & Safety

Summit Fire & Security Announces the Purchase of Fire Alarm Specialty Design

Real Backing, Right Away

When you join Summit, you gain the strength of a tried-and-true organization built to help your business thrive. Backed by years of proven growth, we’ve shown that no matter the size or complexity of your company, our model delivers stability, opportunity and measurable success. From day one, you and your people gain the resources and expertise to protect your legacy and unlock new growth.

“We’re proud to join Summit Companies and look forward to this new chapter. This partnership allows us to grow while continuing to provide the high-quality service our customers know and trust. We’re excited about the future — and confident that together, we’ll continue Setting the Standard in fire protection.”

Jim KnappPremier Fire Protection

Our Confidential Process

We know how personal this decision is. That’s why we keep things simple, honest, and confidential every step of the way.

01

Confidential NDA

No obligations, just a secure starting point.

02

Discovery

Share your story, tell us about your business, and what you’re looking for in a partner.

03 Letter of Intent

If it’s a match, we provide a clear, fair LOI.

04 Due Diligence

We verify everything we’ve discussed—no retrading.

05 Partnership

We close, integrate, and get to work—together.

Start a Confidential Conversation

From What You’ve Built to What’s Ahead—We’ll Take that Step Together.

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