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W.J. Dornfeld Joins East River Energy in Guilford

September 18, 2024

With great pride, we announce that W.J. Dornfeld Co., Inc., (WJD), a commercial and industrial heating, air conditioning, and ventilation company (HVAC) located in East Haven, has joined East River Energy’s family of companies. The goal is to have a seamless transition for WJD customers to East River Energy.

“I am very enthusiastic about the deal,” stated East River Energy President Jesse Herzog. “WJD and East River Energy share a very similar business model. Together we strive to be one of Connecticut’s most trusted heating, air conditioning, and ventilation contractors for both Commercial, Industrial and Home Services. The acquisition of WJD continues to diversify our line of services and continues to move us further toward our goal of being the premier indoor comfort leader in the industry, now in large industrial and commercial applications as well as residential ones.” The transaction adds approximately 5 HVAC technicians to the East River Energy workforce.

“WJD is currently led by the second generation Dornfeld family, Jim and David Dornfeld who will continue in leadership roles helping to integrate the companies and drive continued growth. We will be able to leverage our current infrastructure and operations combined with their experience, knowledge and reputation and with our resources and advancements to work toward rapidly growing our lines of business to become an industry leader,” added Herzog. “Customers will be able to get faster and more efficient service from us. It’s a win-win opportunity for all parties.”

“We are delighted to be a part of East River Energy family who shares our philosophy in placing the customer first and delivering exceptional service,” said Jim Dornfeld. “Partnering with East River Energy provides a tremendous amount of excitement and opportunity for all of us as we aggressively expand upon our lines of services and build on our strong, established foundation,” added Dave Dornfeld.

Since its inception in 1984, East River Energy has grown substantially. As a locally owned and operated company, East River Energy remains committed to giving back to the local community, continually striving to make a positive impact in the areas where our customers and employees live and work, and we look forward to being a good neighbor for many years to come.

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