Any Hour Services, a premier home services provider in the Salt Lake City metropolitan area, has announced a significant investment from Knox Lane, a growth-focused investment firm. This strategic partnership marks the formation of Any Hour Group and is poised to accelerate the company’s rapid growth trajectory through both organic initiatives and strategic acquisitions. While the financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed, the collaboration signals a new chapter of expansion and enhanced service capabilities for Any Hour Services.
Established in 1961, Any Hour Services has become a leading, diversified provider of essential home services in the rapidly expanding Salt Lake City region. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical solutions, catering to the diverse needs of homeowners. Over the past decade, Any Hour Services has achieved a market-leading position through consistent organic growth, demonstrating remarkable resilience and continued success even throughout the recent global pandemic. This impressive track record underscores the essential nature and reliability of the “any hour services” they provide to their community.
Wyatt Hepworth, CEO of Any Hour, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “Finding the right partner to support our growth ambitions, both organically and through acquisitions, has been a key focus. After engaging with the Knox Lane team, it became clear that their deep understanding of our markets, customers, and company culture aligns perfectly with our vision. We are excited to embark on this new phase of growth and to welcome additional market-leading businesses into the Any Hour Group family.”
The alliance with Knox Lane will furnish Any Hour Services with substantial operational resources and capital, specifically earmarked for strategic acquisitions. This infusion of resources will enable the company to extend its market leadership across the Mountain West region. Importantly, the existing management team, including CEO Wyatt Hepworth, COO Jeremy Hansen, CFO Lincoln Walpole, and CMO Mike Wilson, will continue to lead the company. Their continued leadership ensures the preservation of the company’s core values and commitment to exceptional customer service and a strong company culture, which are integral to the success of Any Hour Services.
Shamik Patel, Partner at Knox Lane, conveyed his firm’s excitement about the new venture: “We are thrilled to welcome Any Hour Services to the Knox Lane portfolio. This partnership presents a unique opportunity to further consolidate market share within a large, fragmented, and high-growth industry. Any Hour, under the guidance of its passionate and strategic management team, has cultivated a distinctive service model and culture, providing a significant competitive edge and establishing the company as a dominant regional player in the home services sector.” Knox Lane recognizes the strength of “any hour services” model and its potential for broader market impact.
Knox Lane’s investment strategy emphasizes an investor-operator framework, aimed at fostering business growth and transformation. The firm has a proven history of successful partnerships with founder- and family-owned businesses, including notable names like Fingerpaint, e.l.f. Beauty, 10th Revolution Group (Frank Recruitment Group), and Angie’s. The investment in Any Hour Services represents Knox Lane’s second platform deal and marks its entry into the attractive and consistently in-demand home services market.
John Bailey, Managing Partner at Knox Lane, added, “Any Hour exemplifies our firm’s commitment to partnering with exceptional founder- and family-owned businesses. We are eager to support Wyatt, Jeremy, and the entire Any Hour team in building upon their market leadership within the resilient residential services market. The home services industry aligns perfectly with our expertise in both consumer and service sectors. We are confident that our capabilities in operations, digital marketing, and strategic M&A will empower Any Hour to expand its market presence and achieve even greater success.” The emphasis on “any hour services” aligns perfectly with the needs of the resilient residential market.
Jeremy Hansen further commented on the strength of the Any Hour Services team: “Our deep management team, with over 90% promoted from within, has been instrumental in establishing Any Hour as an undisputed leader. This achievement is rooted in an unwavering commitment to our culture and the superior service we provide. Our more than 300 employees and technicians are the bedrock of our growth and success, and we remain dedicated to investing in hiring, training, and retaining a best-in-class workforce. Collaborating with Knox Lane will enable us to build upon this strong foundation and extend Any Hour’s successful operational model into new markets as we continue our expansion.” The dedication of Any Hour Services employees is key to delivering reliable “any hour services”.
SF&P Advisors served as financial advisor, and Greenberg Taurig acted as legal counsel for Any Hour. Jefferies and Lazard served as financial advisors, and Kirkland & Ellis acted as legal counsel for Knox Lane.
About Any Hour
Founded in 1961, Any Hour is a leading home services company providing comprehensive HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services to thousands of residential customers throughout the Salt Lake City region. Their services encompass repairs, replacements, and ongoing maintenance, ensuring homeowners have reliable support when they need it most. With a strong history of organic growth and a dedicated workforce of over 300 employees and technicians, Any Hour’s distinctive culture and proven success positions the company for sustained growth, continued hiring, and strategic acquisitions. The company’s name reflects its commitment to providing accessible “any hour services” to its customer base.
About Knox Lane
Based in San Francisco, Knox Lane is a growth-oriented investment firm comprised of experienced investors and operators with a shared history and a strong track record of partnering with leading companies to drive transformative growth. Knox Lane adopts an investor-operator approach, offering support across various business functions, including human capital, brand management, digital transformation, sourcing, supply chain and logistics, and strategic acquisitions and business development.
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