Skip to main content

24/7 Emergency Services Available

Servicing Sioux City, Spencer, Sheldon, Spirit Lake, & Yankton

24/7 Emergency Services Available

CW Suter Services Celebrates 100 Years in Business

Celebrating 100 Years of Service: A Century of Keeping Homes and Businesses Comfortable and Communities Running

This year marks an extraordinary milestone for our company – 100 years in business.

For a century, we’ve had the privilege of serving Siouxland as a trusted HVAC and plumbing professional, helping families stay comfortable, businesses operate smoothly, and homes function the way they should. Reaching 100 years is more than an anniversary; it’s a reflection of generations of hard work, strong relationships, and an unwavering commitment to doing right by our customers.

Where It All Began

In 1926, our company was founded on a simple belief: provide honest service, quality workmanship, and treat every customer like a neighbor.

Back then, heating systems looked very different, air conditioning was a luxury few homes had, and plumbing relied on tools and techniques far removed from today’s technology. What hasn’t changed, however, is the importance of reliable service and trusted expertise. From those early days, our goal was never just to complete jobs, it was to build lasting relationships.

Growing Alongside Our Community

Over the past century, we’ve grown alongside the families and businesses we serve. We’ve witnessed neighborhoods expand, generations grow up, and new technologies transform how people live and work. Through it all, our team has been there:

  • Restoring heat during freezing winters

  • Keeping homes cool through summer heat waves

  • Solving plumbing emergencies when timing mattered most

  • Installing systems that improve comfort, safety, and efficiency

Many of our customers have trusted us for decades and that loyalty is something we never take for granted.

The People Behind 100 Years

Our success has always come down to people. Behind every service call and installation is a dedicated team of technicians, plumbers, installers, and support staff who take pride in their work. Their skill, professionalism, and commitment to customer care have shaped our reputation over the years.

Each generation of employees has carried forward the knowledge and values passed down before them, ensuring that quality craftsmanship and integrity remain at the heart of everything we do.

Adapting Through a Century of Change

The HVAC and plumbing industry has evolved dramatically over the last 100 years. We’ve seen the transition from coal-fired heating systems to modern high-efficiency equipment, from manual controls to smart technology, and from basic plumbing systems to advanced water-saving solutions.

Embracing innovation while maintaining trusted service has allowed us to continue meeting our customers’ needs: yesterday, today, and into the future.

Gratitude for the Journey

Reaching 100 years would not have been possible without the support of our community.

We are deeply grateful to:

  • Our customers, for trusting us with your homes and businesses

  • Our employees, past and present, for their dedication and craftsmanship

  • Our partners and community members who have supported us along the way

Every repair, installation, and conversation has helped shape the company we are today.

Looking Ahead to the Next Century

While we proudly celebrate our history, our focus remains on the future. We continue investing in training (our Suter University apprenticeship program), technology, and innovative solutions that improve comfort, efficiency, and reliability for our customers.

Our mission remains the same as it was 100 years ago: to provide dependable service, honest advice, and quality work you can count on.

Thank you for allowing us to be part of your homes and businesses for the past century. Here’s to the next 100 years of keeping our community comfortable, safe, and running strong!