RapidFire Safety & Security, a multi-regional buy & build company based in St. Louis, has entered the Texas market with the acquisition of Texas Star Fire Systems, a provider of fire protection and life safety services.

The acquisition establishes a foundational presence for RapidFire as it lays the course for rapid expansion in Austin, San Antonio, Houston and the Dallas/Fort Worth area, according to an announcement. Based in Austin and San Antonio, Texas Star will serve as RapidFire’s anchor as it expands throughout Texas and the South Central region.

“The Texas markets are rapidly growing,” said Mark Procyk, president, and CEO at Texas Star. “To keep up with the growth, I looked for a solid partner to help take care of our customers and capture that business. What I found was RapidFire Safety & Security, a trustworthy partner where people matter most.”

Founded in 2010, Texas Star is a full-service fire protection contractor that services fire sprinkler systems, fire suppression systems, fire alarms and fire extinguishers throughout Southern Texas. The company offers design, installation, inspection, testing and maintenance services for all building life safety requirements in the commercial sector.

Texas Star boasts a staff of experienced industry veterans who pride themselves on getting the job done right the first time, making them an ideal addition to the RapidFire family, the announcement stated. Procyk will serve as the company’s South Central regional manager and will maintain a significant ownership stake in the RapidFire platform. Iit is anticipated that all Texas Star employees will remain with the company post-close.

“Through a dedication to their employees and exceptional customer service, Mark and his team have built an amazing company to serve South Texas markets’ fire protection needs,” said Mike McLeod, RapidFire CEO. “These characteristics are perfectly aligned with RapidFire’s mission and values and we’re extremely fortunate to have Texas Star Fire Systems join our family.”

Founded by McLeod and Colin Harrold, in partnership with Concentric Equity Partners, RapidFire operates locations throughout the Midwest, Southwest and Western United States.

Texas Star serves as a strategic entry point for the RapidFire platform into the major Texas markets, which has been a key priority since the company’s inception in 2022, explained Adam Lucas, principal at Concentric.

“The state’s dynamic population and economic growth and business-friendly environment make Texas an attractive investment opportunity. Moreover, the emphasis on relationship-building within the state and its business communities resonates deeply with our culture at Concentric and Financial Investments Corporation, the Steans Family Office,” Lucas added.