General Info

1901 Inc began in 1901 as W.J. Hyland, a small plumbing and pipe fitting business located in Madison, Wisconsin.In over 110 years, the company has expanded to include commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential mechanical contracting. 1901 Inc employs 155 people; 125 in the field, and 30 as office staff. Of $25 - 35 million in annual sales volume, 90% is mechanical, and 10% is plumbing. 1901 Inc is a union contractor, with ongoing labor agreements with the Steamfitters, Plumbers, and Sheetmetal workers. These Unions give us the manpower and training we need to provide the staffing for projects of all sizes. 115 years of service has taught us how to do the job right the first time with materials that stand the test of time. We combine an old fashioned devotion to good business practices and superior materials with a young-minded approach to conserving energy, cutting costs and improving efficiency. 1901 Inc takes pride in completing high-quality projects on time and under budget. Our on-site prefabrication and manufacturing facilities are the finest in the market, helping us keep up with the material demands of any size project while controlling quality. The latest computer estimating, job costing, scheduling and drafting programs ensure that we utilize every possible cost savings measure. BIM and 3D drafting of mechanical systems, the ability to send and receive drawings and specs via FTP site, and an in-house person dedicated to producing up to date O & M manuals make it possible for 1901 Inc to keep all parties well informed during planning and production phases. 1901 Inc President, Brady Farrell, is well respected in the HVAC industry. He has served as President of the Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors Association of Wisconsin, as well as President of the Madison Area Mechanical & Sheet Metal Contractors Association. 1901 Inc’s veteran service force provides essential support for all of our mechanical systems and materials. Our qualified staff, wide breadth of experience and fabrication facilities, makes 1901 Inc perfectly suited to plan, supervise and supply any size project. 1901 Inc Industries has both the staff and resources to successfully manage projects of any scale and scope.