CMS Controls

CMS Controls has operated as a building automation and controls contractor since 1971, making it one of the longest-established firms in Ohio specializing in integrated building systems. Based in Middletown, the company serves commercial and institutional clients throughout the state with a focus on energy management, building analytics, and remote monitoring solutions. The company maintains standard weekday hours from 7 AM to 5 PM and can be reached directly at (866) 338-3530 for project inquiries and service assessments.

What distinguishes CMS Controls from typical HVAC contractors is its specialization in open-platform building automation systems rather than traditional equipment sales. The firm designs and integrates thermal imaging, lighting controls, web-based user interfaces, and energy storage solutions that allow facility managers to monitor and optimize building performance remotely. Their partnerships enable customized system integrations for schools, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities seeking to reduce operational costs through data-driven energy analysis. This technical specialization positions them as a solutions provider for complex automation challenges rather than a conventional heating and cooling service company.

A documented customer instance comes from Edgerton Schools, where CMS Controls engineers Brooks and Derek guided the school through an equipment upgrade with proactive communication and technical documentation. The maintenance director noted that the team identified issues previously undetectable during the modernization process, demonstrating the diagnostic capabilities that distinguish their technical service from standard equipment replacement. This experience exemplifies how the company approaches client relationships as collaborative technical partnerships rather than transactional service calls.