Our Story

Built From the Ground Up

Webir was founded in 1986 by Dave Webb and Glen Birth — two tradesmen who had spent over a decade working together and shared a simple but uncommon vision: build a company on honesty, fair pricing, and quality workmanship.

The name Webir was born by combining their last names — Webb and Birth.

Dave ran the office and estimating side while Glen led field operations, a balance that defined the company from day one. Within their first two years they brought on their first employee and began growing steadily, building a reputation across controls, heating, and air conditioning throughout British Columbia.

By 2010, Webir had grown to a team of around 10 people. That same year, the company was purchased by Ross Richmond and Riley Birth — both trained under Dave and Glen from the ground up. Riley brought expertise in HVAC; Ross in controls. Together they carried forward the same leadership model the company was built on.

Today, Webir employs over 40 people and continues to operate on the values it was founded on: integrity, quality workmanship, and fair value for every client.

Webir fleet
1986Year Founded
40+Team Members
1000+Projects Delivered
38Years in Business
Current Leadership

Who Leads Webir Today

In 2010, Webir was purchased by Riley Birth and Ross Richmond — both of whom trained under the founders and learned the business from the ground up. They carry forward the same values and leadership model Webir was built on.

Riley Birth — Owner, HVAC, Webir Automation

Riley Birth

Owner — HVAC

Riley leads Webir's HVAC division, bringing deep field expertise and a commitment to the quality standards the company was founded on.

Ross Richmond — Owner, Controls, Webir Automation

Ross Richmond

Owner — Controls

Ross leads Webir's controls division, specializing in building automation, Bacnet systems, and the technical side of every project.

Recognition

Awards & Certifications

Webir is a Reliable Controls Authorized Dealer — one of the most respected building automation platforms in North America. Our track record has been recognized multiple times at the regional level.

  • MVP of the Year — 2022Reliable Controls Western Canada Region. Recognition of Excellence in All Aspects of Business.
  • MVP of the Year — 2011Reliable Controls Western Canada Region.
  • Entrepreneur of the Year — 2018Reliable Controls Western Canada Region. Sustained New Growth in the Region.
  • Entrepreneur of the Year — 2013Reliable Controls Western Canada Region.
  • Million Dollar Milestone — 2011Reliable Controls recognition for achieving one million dollars in annual sales.
  • Qualified MultiNET Dealer — 1996Reliable Controls original certification.
BBB Accredited Business
Webir Reliable Controls awards wall
Our People

The Webir Team

Webir team at Whistler Olympic Plaza

The Webir team — Whistler Olympic Plaza

Trusted By

Clients We Serve

Conseil Scolaire Francophone de la Colombie-Britannique
School District 42 Maple Ridge & Pitt Meadows
CBRE
City of Maple Ridge
City of White Rock

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