Our Story

 

1980’s

1981

The first Jarrahdale Wood Heater was designed and manufactured in Western Australia by Mr Ron Clare

1988

Ron & Jenny Clare acquired the companies first manufacturing facility at 17b Malcolm Rd, Maddington WA

1990’s

1991

The first Jarrahdale Evaporative Air Conditioner was designed and manufactured in WA, followed by the development of the air-conditioning service division

1992

Began distribution of Jarrahdale Wood Heaters to regional WA through a state dealer network

1996

Rowan Clare, son of Ron & Jenny, and now a co-director, began working in the family business

1997

Jarrahdale Wood Heaters were first tested and approved for emissions and efficiency in a National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA) approved lab

1998

Began sales and installation of Reverse Cycle Air-Conditioning systems

2000’s

2000

Acquired 17a Malcolm Rd, Maddington to expanded manufacturing operations and capabilities

2000

A commitment to continual improvement led to key design modifications for popular wood heater models; Rhapsody, Innovator and Jumbo

2003

 Jarrahdale Heating & Cooling opened its first showroom on Albany Hwy in Maddington

2003

 Leon Clare, youngest son of Jenny & Ron, and now a co-director, began working in the family business

2004

 Acquired Gold Dealer Status with Fujitsu Air Conditioning for the sale and installation of Fujitsu Reverse-Cycle Air-Conditioning

2005

 Dealer network for Jarrahdale Wood Heaters expanded Australia wide. The national dealer network now includes Tasmania, South Australia, Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland.

2006

 Brothers Rowan & Leon Clare became Operational Managers of Jarrahdale Heating & Cooling

2007

 Acquired state-of-the-art CNC Plasma Cutter, used to maximise efficiency and precision during manufacture of wood heaters and evaporative air-conditioning

2008

 A major fire destroyed the Albany Hwy showroom

2009

 Proving their resilience in the wake of the fire, the Clare family designed and built a new showroom at 17 Malcolm Rd, Maddington

2010’s

2010

 Launch of an innovative new wood heater, the Convector In-Built. Designed with a streamline fascia to fit flush with the wall, this stylish design is very popular.

2012

 Acquired factory at 19 Malcolm Rd, Maddington to expand manufacturing and storage capabilities

2012

Launch of the Diamond Series of Jarrahdale Evaporative Air-Conditioners; an improved range incorporating the latest cooling technology

2014

 Acquired state-of-the-art Fibre Optic Laser Cutter to compliment the laser cutter and further advance manufacturing capabilities

2015/16

 All Jarrahdale Wood Heaters re-tested for low emissions after months of research and development to ensure compliance with new regulations

2016

Acquired Water Jet Cutting machinery to compliment the laser and plasma cutting and further advance manufacturing capabilities

2018

Partnership established with Seeley International Pty Ltd to offer a more extensive range of Evaporative Cooling Systems. Jarrahdale Heating & Cooling began offering industry leading brands including Breezair, Coolair and Braemer.

2018

Two new wood heater models released to suit larger residences and commercial settings; Countryman & Clydesdale. Production began of both freestanding and built-in versions.

2018

Jarrahdale Heating Midvale opened its doors as an authorised dealership, exclusively offering Jarrahdale Wood Heaters to the eastern suburbs of Perth.

2019

In response to growth opportunities into interstate markets, Taylor Made Flues, Victoria were appointed as the distributor for Jarrahdale Wood Heaters within the Eastern States.

2020’s

2022

The Wood Stacker Series is released including three new large wood heater models with built-in wood storage.

2023

Acquisition of new premises at 10 Malcolm Rd, Maddington to amalgamate all operations. New location includes a 5,500sq/m factory and refurbished showroom, situated on a 13,000 sq/m block.
Factory houses x5 gantry cranes, x5 fibre laser cutters, water jet cutter and HD Plasma cutter; used in the production of Jarrahdale Wood Heaters and for sheet metal jobbing work.