Building Energy: A Company that Insists on the Best
Andrew Charbonneau stands beside the company’s hydraulic 21st JMT Proportioner.
Spray Foam Insider had the pleasure of interviewing Andrew Charbonneau, who oversees the Weatherization Division of Building Energy, located in Williston, Vermont. “Our company began as a Northeast Construction. Inc., in 1981. As our company evolved, we created a weatherization division to accommodate our customers’ need for energy efficiency. It was during this time that we investigated spray foam and did a thorough search to find out who made the best foam machines. Upon finding 21st JMT proportioners, we knew we had found what we were looking for,” said Andrew.
How Does the 21st JMT Proportioner Compare to Other Machines?
Andrew speaks from experience about the efficiency and reliability of 21st JMT proportioners since Building Energy now has three of them! “As our business expanded, we added a second spray rig that had a different brand of proportioner. The difference between the two machines was like night and day. The other brand was a constant headache of never-ending breakdowns, parts, and downtime. We never could get it to operate reliably. That’s when we went back to 21st JMT for another hydraulic machine, and we’ve never looked back. The JMT proportioner is user-friendly, dependable, and rarely needs any parts. About the only things we have replaced is a knob or a switch that our crew accidently damaged, so that was entirely our fault. We have found that JMT machines require far less maintenance. I can’t imagine buying any other type of machine,” said Andrew.
Is the 21st JMT Proportioner Worth the Investment?
Ultimate Series Hydraulic Proportioning Unit 21ST JMT Part Number: 6000-0006. Equipment is engineered for maximum performance.
When we asked Andrew if he felt that the investment in a 21st JMT machine was worth the money, he responded with: “You can always find a cheaper machine, but you get what you pay for. We made the investment in JMT machines because we insisted on using the best equipment we could find. Over time, we’re ahead. With virtually no downtime, little maintenance, and rarely buying parts, it has definitely been worth our investment. We have saved a lot of money and our profits have grown. We don’t have to worry about completing our jobs on time; therefore, our business operates much more efficiently. Improved efficiency also means that we are growing our customers base through satisfied homeowners. Our customers are happy, and we couldn’t be happier about that. We pride ourselves on having the best equipment and providing the best service. That combination has made our company the success it is today,” explained Andrew.
About Building Energy:
Building Energy offers a complete range of building and weatherization services including various forms of insulation, roofing, siding, doors, windows, and a holistic array of solutions including solar panels and heating system alternatives. The company is recognized as a “Building Analyst Professional” and “Envelope Professional” by the Building Performance Institute. This is a national training and certification agency dedicated to the advancement of sound building practices and promotion of energy conservation technologies. For more information about Building Energy, you can visit their website at www.buildingenergy.vt
For more information about 21st JMT proportioners:
Phone: 802-299-2067 or visit the 21st JMT website at https://www.21stjmt.com/