Summary
Comfort Systems USA, Inc. (FIX) reported robust performance for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2021. The company experienced significant revenue growth, driven by a combination of organic activity and strategic acquisitions. The mechanical services segment continued to be the larger contributor to revenue, while the electrical services segment saw substantial growth, nearly doubling its market share within the company. Management highlighted improvements in operational efficiency and a strong focus on core competencies, safety, and employee development. The company also demonstrated a commitment to sustainability initiatives. Despite facing industry-wide challenges such as increased labor and material costs and supply chain disruptions, Comfort Systems USA maintained a positive outlook for 2022, anticipating continued solid earnings and cash flow due to a strong project pipeline and favorable market conditions. The company’s financial health remains strong, supported by significant borrowing capacity and a history of positive free cash flow generation.
Financial Highlights
52 data points| Revenue | $3.07B |
| Cost of Revenue | $2.51B |
| Gross Profit | $563.21M |
| SG&A Expenses | $376.31M |
| Operating Income | $188.44M |
| Interest Expense | $6.20M |
| Net Income | $143.35M |
| EPS (Basic) | $3.95 |
| EPS (Diluted) | $3.93 |
| Shares Outstanding (Basic) | 36.28M |
| Shares Outstanding (Diluted) | 36.45M |
Key Highlights
- 1Revenue increased by 7.6% to $3.07 billion in 2021 compared to 2020, driven by acquisitions and same-store activity.
- 2The company completed multiple acquisitions throughout 2021, expanding its operational footprint and capabilities, notably Amteck Holdco LLC, Ivey Mechanical Company, LLC, and MEP Holding Co., Inc.
- 3Backlog increased significantly by 53.0% year-over-year to $2.31 billion as of December 31, 2021, indicating strong future revenue prospects.
- 4Gross profit increased by 3.0% to $563.2 million, though the gross profit margin slightly decreased from 19.1% to 18.3% due to project execution issues and higher costs.
- 5Selling, General, and Administrative (SG&A) expenses as a percentage of revenue decreased from 12.5% to 12.2%, aided by a reduction in bad debt expense.
- 6The company generated $180.2 million in cash flow from operating activities and $160.9 million in free cash flow for 2021, demonstrating strong cash generation capabilities.
- 7Comfort Systems USA maintained compliance with all financial covenants under its credit facility, reporting a Total Leverage Ratio of 1.2 as of December 31, 2021.