Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Mechanical Contractors in Shreveport, LA
Founded in 1956, The Payne Company has established itself as a premier mechanical contracting firm with a legacy rooted in family values and operational excellence. Our unwavering commitment to quality craftsmanship, safety, and client collaboration has driven our growth across commercial, industrial, educational, and multi-family sectors. As a third-generation family-owned business, we combine the agility of personalized service with the capabilities of a large-scale contractor, ensuring every project meets rigorous standards for precision and reliability. Our team of skilled technicians and project managers delivers tailored solutions through design/build, plan/spec, and negotiated basis models, supported by our sister company The Payne Company Mechanical Services for ongoing HVAC maintenance and support.With a 60-year history of innovation and a focus on modern technology integration, we maintain deep ties to our community while serving clients across multiple states. Our success stems from core principles of integrity, transparency, and merit, which guide every mechanical contracting project from initial concept to completion. This enduring philosophy has earned us a reputation for dependability and excellence, reflected in long-standing client relationships and a diverse portfolio spanning commercial HVAC systems, plumbing infrastructure, and energy-efficient building solutions.
Services
Commercial HVAC Systems
Plumbing Infrastructure
Design/Build Projects
HVAC Maintenance
Energy-Efficient Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1956
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ years of experience in mechanical contracting with third-generation leadership.
- Our team combines large-scale capabilities with personalized service and family values.
- We maintain an outstanding safety record since our founding in 1956.
- Our sister company provides comprehensive HVAC maintenance and warranty support.
- We serve commercial, industrial, educational, and multi-family sectors across five states.
What people say
Reliable service
Safety focus
Multi-generational expertise
Timely completion
Competitive pricing
Services
Commercial HVAC Systems
Our commercial HVAC solutions deliver precision-engineered climate control systems for businesses of all sizes. With expertise in new construction and retrofit projects, we design and install energy-efficient heating and cooling systems that meet ASHRAE standards while optimizing operational costs. Our team ensures seamless integration with building automation systems and provides lifecycle support through our sister company The Payne Company Mechanical Services.
Plumbing Infrastructure
We specialize in comprehensive plumbing solutions for commercial and industrial facilities, including water distribution, waste management, and gas piping systems. Our certified technicians implement code-compliant installations using sustainable materials, with capabilities in high-rise plumbing systems and emergency backup solutions to minimize business disruption.
Design/Build Projects
Our design/build methodology streamlines mechanical contracting through single-source accountability. By collaborating directly with architects and engineers from project inception, we optimize system designs for cost efficiency and constructability while maintaining strict adherence to schedules and budgets for commercial and institutional clients.
HVAC Maintenance
Through our sister company The Payne Company Mechanical Services, we offer comprehensive preventive maintenance programs for commercial HVAC systems. Our certified technicians perform regular inspections, filter replacements, and system optimizations to ensure peak performance, extend equipment lifespan, and maintain indoor air quality standards.
Energy-Efficient Solutions
We implement energy-efficient mechanical systems that reduce operational costs while meeting environmental regulations. Our solutions include variable refrigerant flow systems, energy recovery ventilation, and smart building integrations that have delivered measurable savings for clients in healthcare, education, and commercial sectors.
People
Jim Payne
CEO
Third-generation leader with 60+ years of industry experience, guiding strategic growth while maintaining family values and operational excellence.
Kenneth Payne
President
38-year veteran overseeing daily operations, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology to enhance project delivery and client satisfaction.
Kyle Payne
President of PC Automation
31-year specialist in automation systems, developing innovative control solutions that improve efficiency and reliability in mechanical contracting projects.
Keith Payne
President of Payne Mechanical Services
30-year HVAC expert managing service operations, ensuring comprehensive maintenance and support programs for commercial clients across multiple states.
Kenneth Sinclair
Senior Project Manager
20-year construction professional coordinating complex mechanical projects, maintaining a track record of on-time delivery for major commercial developments.
Questions
What types of projects does The The Payne Company Company specialize in?
We specialize in commercial, industrial, educational, healthcare, and multi-family construction projects with expertise in HVAC systems, plumbing infrastructure, and energy-efficient solutions.
How long has The The Payne Company Company been in business?
Since 1956, providing mechanical contracting services as a family-owned business with three generations of leadership experience.
Do you offer HVAC maintenance services?
Yes, through our sister company The Payne Company Mechanical Services, providing preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and system upgrades for commercial HVAC systems.
What areas do you serve?
We operate across Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, Arkansas, and Alabama, with project experience in diverse commercial and residential markets.
Are you a certified mechanical contractor?
Yes, with 60+ years of experience and a proven safety record, we maintain industry certifications and licenses required for commercial mechanical contracting.
Can you handle large-scale construction projects?
Our team successfully manages complex projects exceeding $10M, with demonstrated capability in coordinating multi-disciplinary teams and tight deadlines.
