According to the messages published by Choate, Heating, Plumbing, and, and Electrical, in 2026, the "Best HVAC Company" award was awarded to this company for its Best of Memphis Award. This is also the fourth time in the past five years that they have won this category.
This annual honor was selected by the readers of Memphis Flyer, highlighting the continuous influence of this service provider in the central and southern markets.
This award continues the company's stable performance over a period of time. Since 2022, the company has remained among the top for five consecutive years, with second place achieved in 2025. Unlike industry certifications that are determined by internal indicators, the “Memphis Flyer” award reflects the direct preferences expressed by the local community through majority voting. The results show that the company has maintained a high customer retention rate across multiple generations of customers; the company attributes this to its long-standing technical reliability and community engagement.
Operational Growth and Heritage
The development of this enterprise from a single-person operation to a large company began in 1958. At that time, Joe Choate founded the business with a pickup truck and a toolbox. Since then, under the leadership of Joe's son Chris and his grandchildren Sol and Brian, the company has grown into a regional leader.
Currently, the company possesses a comprehensive infrastructure that supports its growing customer base:
- 100 field service vehicles: A large fleet used to provide comprehensive coverage and rapid response throughout the region.
- 140 employees: A dedicated team responsible for daily operations and professional on-site services.
The company stated that this recognition serves as a measure of integrity in an increasingly competitive market. By winning with a majority of votes, Choate has further solidified its position as one of the main choices for HVAC solutions in the Memphis metropolitan area, bridging the gap between medieval service values and modern technological demands.
