Standard Honored as One of Central New York’s Best Places to Work

Marcy, NY — Standard Heating, Cooling & Insulating is proud to announce that it has been named one of Central New York’s Best Places to Work for 2025 by the Central New York Business Journal.

This prestigious recognition celebrates companies that demonstrate excellence in workplace culture, employee engagement, and overall employee satisfaction, and Standard is honored to be among them.

“This award means so much to us because it reflects how our employees feel about working at Standard,” said Jenn Keida, CEO & Owner. “We’ve always believed that when you put people first, great things follow, and this honor is proof of that.”

For over 95 years, Standard has proudly served the Mohawk Valley and Capital Region with trusted expertise in insulation, heating, cooling, air purification, and home performance testing. More than a service provider, Standard is a company built on a foundation of integrity, quality, and innovation, with a heartfelt commitment to both its customers and its team.

“Our culture is built around care. Care for our customers, care for our team, and care for the community,” said Nikki Magnone, Director of Talent & Culture. “From day one, employees feel welcomed, supported, and empowered to grow not just professionally, but personally. It’s more than a job here, it’s a purpose-driven experience.”

The Best Places to Work program is based on anonymous employee surveys and a thorough workplace assessment process. Standard stood out for its strong sense of community, team-first culture, and commitment to both professional growth and employee well-being.

Standard offers its employees meaningful benefits that support both their personal and professional lives. Unique perks like a $2,000 vacation reimbursement, flexible scheduling to support work-life balance, and opportunities for community involvement, such as volunteering with Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) to build beds for children, create a culture where people feel appreciated, supported, and connected.

That same spirit of care and impact carries through to the customers Standard serves. Through participation in New York State programs, Standard helps qualifying homeowners access valuable rebates and incentives that make energy-efficient upgrades more affordable. In addition, Standard offers free home energy assessments and no-cost service calls (under an hour with no parts required), providing even more ways to support homeowners. It’s a mission-driven approach that empowers the team to make a meaningful difference—and one that employees are proud to stand behind every day.

As the company continues to grow, its goal remains the same: to be a place where people love to come to work, feel valued, and make a difference every single day.

About Standard Heating, Cooling & Insulating

For more than 95 years, Standard has provided insulation, heating, cooling, air purification, and home testing services to customers in the Mohawk Valley and Capital Region of Upstate New York. Committed to being the region’s go-to comfort provider, Standard focuses on cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that ensure a complete and thorough understanding of the whole home.

In 2024 alone, Standard helped thousands of homeowners take advantage of NYSERDA and other state energy programs—delivering more than $20 million in free home upgrades, including high-efficiency furnaces, heat pumps, water heaters, insulation, and more. The company also provided free HVAC service calls to hundreds of households, waiving diagnostic fees for service appointments under one hour with no parts required.

“When another company told me I needed a $10,000 furnace, I didn’t know what to do. Standard came out, fixed it for free, and I still can’t believe it. They were honest, respectful, and truly lived up to their name.” — Thomas, CNY homeowner

Standard is proud to be setting the standard in home performance—delivering quality solutions, honest service, and lasting comfort.

For more information, please visit standardco.com.

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