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2665 South Bayshore Drive, Suite 901 Miami, FL 33133
www.watsco.com  305-714-4100  www.acdoctor.com

WATSCOTWENTY FIVE YEARS LATER

2013 ANNUAL REPORT

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

(in thousands, except per share data)

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

Revenues
Operating income
EBITDA(1)
Net Income attributable to Watsco, Inc.
Diluted earnings per share
Adjusted diluted earnings per share(2)
Dividends per share
Operating cash flow
Total assets
Long-term obligations
Shareholders’ equity

$ 2,001,815
81,060
89,593
43,314
1.40
1.40
1.89
88,287
1,160,613
13,429
894,808

$ 2,844,595
165,572
176,343
80,760
2.49
2.49
2.04
152,799
1,237,227
10,016
928,896

$ 2,977,759
199,050
210,775
90,450
2.74
2.74
2.23
61,452
1,268,148
—
1,001,710

$ 3,431,712
224,908
240,819
103,334
2.70
3.03
7.48
173,343
1,682,055
316,196
1,022,040

$ 3,743,330
271,209
288,915
127,723
3.68
3.68
1.15
150,269
1,669,531
230,557
1,127,392

(1) EBITDA is defined as earnings before interest expense, net, income taxes, depreciation and amortization. Amortization of debt acquisition costs is included
in interest expense, net.

(2) In October 2012, the Company paid a special dividend of $5.00 per share. The calculation of adjusted diluted earnings per share excludes the impact of the
special dividend.

Total 
Revenues
(in millions)

Operating
Income
(in millions)

Adjusted
Diluted 
Earnings
(per share)

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

2009

2010

2011

2012

2013

$2,002

$2,845

$2,978

$3,432

$3,743

$81

$1.40

$166

$199

$225

$271

$2.49

$2.74

$3.03

$3.68

Change seems to be happening faster today than most any time
in human history. So we’ve taken the opportunity in this report 
to look back over the past 25 years to see what at Watsco, has
changed, and what has not. And what we saw is that many
things have changed which is good news. Equally, many other
things have not. Which is also good news.

Through change or no change, we at Watsco have built a solid
track record for our shareholders. And we’re proud of it.

DEAR SHAREHOLDERS

We are pleased to report record-setting performance in 2013:

• Revenues grew 9% to $3.7 billion;
• Operating income increased 21% to $271 million;
• Net income grew 24% to $128 million; and
• Earnings per share increased 21% to $3.68 per diluted share.

The Company also generated strong cash flow in 2013 and increased
its quarterly dividend rate by 60%, while reducing debt by 27%. Our
commitment of sharing cash flow through dividends continues and
2014 will mark the 40th consecutive year that Watsco shareholders
have received quarterly dividends.

Watsco’s 2013 performance builds on what we consider to be a 
terrific track record in terms of total shareholder returns. Compounded

annual total return to shareholders, which measures both capital 
appreciation and dividends, reached 30% over the last 5 years, 20%
over the last 10 years and 19% over the last 25 years. Said another
way, we have produced a total return of 7390% since beginning our
distribution strategy in 1989. Yet we have much to accomplish as our
market share in North America is just over 10%.

We are also very committed to our key manufacturer relationships and
proud that we have gained meaningful market share in recent years.
Profitable market share growth is a critical mission and the spirit of
collaboration and partnership has driven good results. Our intensity
and creativity to build further value and share growth for our partners
continues to be a cornerstone of our company.

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3

To that end, our strategy is focused on growing our network, expanding
our product offering, bringing efficiencies to the distribution channel
and providing additional conveniences to our HVAC/R contractor 
customers. We currently operate the largest and most dense branch
network in the industry: 569 locations in the United States, Canada,
Mexico and Puerto Rico, as well as a thriving export business covering
the Caribbean and Latin America. Our international markets accounted
for 15% of sales in 2013, and continue to be a source of future growth
for the Company.

All of our locations, which are staffed by highly trained employees and
stocked with high quality inventory, deliver unparalleled service and
support to our contractor customers. With a singular focus on HVAC/R,
we can respond rapidly to trends in product and industry conditions

and introduce innovations to capitalize on demand patterns. This,
matched with our access to capital, strong vendor relationships and 
a culture of entrepreneurship, will allow us to build on what we have
accomplished in the last 25 years.

As always, I want to extend my gratitude to our employees for their
many contributions and recognize them for their ongoing commitment
to provide great service to our contractor customers. Through their 
efforts, we are transforming an industry and have positioned Watsco
as the leader in the marketplace. 

Albert H. Nahmad

President and Chief Executive Officer

Compounded annual total return to shareholders source:  FactSet Data Systems as of December 31, 2013.

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LONG-TERM FOCUS

CHANGE

x

NO CHANGE

In 1989 we based our business model on distribution.
It hasn’t changed since.

1989

2013

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LEADERSHIP

CHANGE

NO CHANGE

x

Albert Nahmad has been at the helm of WATSCO for more than
40 years – a rare milestone in the corporate world.

1989

2013

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BUY&BUILD STRATEGY

CHANGE

x

NO CHANGE

Since 1989, we’ve acquired  59 distributors
throughout the Americas, unlocking their full value.
A process we’ll continue in the coming years.

1989

2013

10

11

1989

$1
$73.90

2013

12

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SHAREHOLDER RETURN

x

CHANGE

NO CHANGE

$1 invested in 1989 in WATSCO would be
valued at $73.90 in 2013.

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REVENUES (in millions)

25 Year CAGR: 18%

FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE

x

CHANGE

NO CHANGE

WATSCO’s outstanding performance over the last 25 years
reflects the stability and consistency of our Company.

14

1989

2013

$64
$3,743

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OPERATING INCOME (in millions)

25 Year CAGR: 22%

MARKET CAPITALIZATION(in millions)

25 Year CAGR: 23%

1989

2013

16

$2
$271

1989

2013

$22
$3,339

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FINANCIAL REVIEW

Management’s Discussion and Analysis                                                            20

Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting                   30

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm on 

Internal Control Over Financial Reporting                                                      31

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm on

the Financial Statements                                                                              32

Consolidated Financial Statements:                                                                       

Consolidated Statements of Income                                                              33

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income                                     34

Consolidated Balance Sheets                                                                        35

Consolidated Statements of Shareholders’ Equity                                          36

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows                                                        38

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements                                                      39

Selected Quarterly Financial Data                                                                      59

Information on Common Stock                                                                           60

Shareholder Return Performance                                                                        61

5-Year Summary of Selected Consolidated Financial Data                                  62

Corporate & Shareholder Information                                                                 63

WATSCO, INC. 2013 ANNUAL REPORT 19

MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF 

FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This 2013 Annual Report to shareholders contains or incorporates by reference statements that are not
historical in nature and that are intended to be, and are hereby identified as, “forward-looking statements”
as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding, among
other items, (i) economic conditions, (ii) business and acquisition strategies, (iii) potential acquisitions
and/or joint ventures, (iv) financing plans and (v) industry, demographic and other trends affecting our
financial condition or results of operations. These forward-looking statements are based largely on man-
agement’s current expectations and are subject to a number of risks, uncertainties and changes in circum-
stances, certain of which are beyond their control.

Actual results could differ materially from these forward-looking statements as a result of several factors,
including, but not limited to:

• general economic conditions;
• competitive factors within the HVAC/R industry;
• effects of supplier concentration;
• fluctuations in certain commodity costs;
• consumer spending;
• consumer debt levels; 
• new housing starts and completions;
• capital spending in the commercial construction market; 
• access to liquidity needed for operations; 
• seasonal nature of product sales;
• weather conditions;
• insurance coverage risks;
• federal, state and local regulations impacting our industry and products;
• prevailing interest rates;
• foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations;
• international political risk; and 
• the continued viability of our business strategy.

In light of these uncertainties, there can be no assurance that the forward-looking information contained
herein will be realized or, even if realized, in whole or in part, that the information will have the expected
consequences to, or effects on, our business or operations. For additional information identifying other
important factors that may affect our operations and could cause actual results to vary materially from
those anticipated in the forward-looking statements, see our SEC filings, including but not limited to, the
discussion included in Item 1A “Risk Factors” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 2013. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date the statement was made. We
assume no obligation to update forward-looking information or the discussion of such risks and uncertain-
ties to reflect actual results, changes in assumptions or changes in other factors affecting forward-looking
information, except as required by applicable law.

The following information should be read in conjunction with the information contained in Item 1A, “Risk
Factors” and the consolidated financial statements, including the notes thereto, included under Item 8,
“Financial Statements and Supplementary Data” of our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 2013.

COMPANY OVERVIEW
Watsco, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively, “Watsco,” or “we”, “us” or “our”) was incorporated in
Florida in 1956 and is the largest distributor of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment and
related parts and supplies (“HVAC/R”) in the HVAC/R distribution industry. At December 31, 2013, we

operated from 569 locations in 38 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico with additional market
coverage on an export basis to Latin America and the Caribbean. 

Revenues primarily consist of sales of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment and related
parts and supplies. Selling, general and administrative expenses primarily consist of selling expenses, the
largest components of which are salaries, commissions and marketing expenses that are variable and cor-
relate to changes in sales. Other significant selling, general and administrative expenses relate to the oper-
ation of warehouse facilities, including a fleet of trucks and forklifts and facility rent, which are payable
mostly under non-cancelable operating leases. 

Sales of residential central air conditioners, heating equipment and parts and supplies are seasonal.
Furthermore, results of operations can be impacted favorably or unfavorably based on weather patterns
during summer and winter selling seasons. Demand related to the residential central air conditioning
replacement market is typically highest in the second and third quarters, and demand for heating equip-
ment is usually highest in the fourth quarter. Demand related to the new construction market is fairly con-
sistent during the year, subject to weather and economic conditions, including their effect on the number
of housing completions.

JOINT VENTURES WITH CARRIER CORPORATION
In 2009, we formed a joint venture with Carrier Corporation (“Carrier”), which we refer to as Carrier
Enterprise I, in which Carrier contributed 95 of its company-owned locations in 13 Sun Belt states and
Puerto Rico and its export division in Miami, Florida, and we contributed 15 locations that distributed
Carrier products. On July 2, 2012, we exercised our option to acquire an additional 10% ownership inter-
est in Carrier Enterprise I, which increased our ownership interest to 70%. We have an option to purchase
from Carrier an additional 10% interest in Carrier Enterprise I, which becomes exercisable in July 2014.

In 2011, we formed a second joint venture with Carrier and completed two additional transactions. In
April 2011, Carrier contributed 28 of its company-owned locations in eight Northeast U.S. states, and we
contributed 14 locations in the Northeast U.S.  In July 2011, we purchased Carrier’s distribution opera-
tions in Mexico, which included seven locations. Collectively, the Northeast locations and the Mexico
operations are referred to as Carrier Enterprise II. We have a 60% controlling interest in Carrier Enterprise
II, and Carrier has a 40% noncontrolling interest. Neither we nor Carrier has any options to purchase
additional ownership interests in Carrier Enterprise II. 

In 2012, we formed a third joint venture, which we refer to as Carrier Enterprise III, with UTC Canada
Corporation, referred to as UTC Canada, an affiliate of Carrier. Carrier contributed 35 of its company-
owned locations in Canada to Carrier Enterprise III. We have a 60% controlling interest in Carrier
Enterprise III, and UTC Canada has a 40% noncontrolling interest. Neither we nor UTC Canada has any
options to purchase additional ownership interests in Carrier Enterprise III.

CRITICAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES
Management’s discussion and analysis of financial condition and results of operations is based upon the
consolidated financial statements, which have been prepared in accordance with U.S. generally accepted
accounting principles. The preparation of these consolidated financial statements requires management to
make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of
contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported
amount of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results may differ from these esti-
mates under different assumptions or conditions. At least quarterly, management reevaluates its judg-
ments and estimates, which are based on historical experience, current trends and various other
assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. 

Our significant accounting policies are discussed in Note 1 to our consolidated financial statements
included with this Annual Report on Form 10-K. Management believes that the following accounting poli-
cies include a higher degree of judgment and/or complexity and, thus, are considered to be critical
accounting policies. Management has discussed the development and selection of critical accounting poli-

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cies with the Audit Committee of the Board of Directors and the Audit Committee has reviewed the disclo-
sures relating to them. 

Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
An allowance for doubtful accounts is maintained for estimated losses resulting from the inability of cus-
tomers to make required payments. We typically do not require our customers to provide collateral.
Accounting for doubtful accounts contains uncertainty because management must use judgment to assess
the collectability of these accounts. When preparing these estimates, management considers a number of
factors, including the aging of a customer’s account, past transactions with customers, creditworthiness of
specific customers, historical trends and other information. Our business is seasonal and our customers’
businesses are also seasonal. Sales are lowest during the first and fourth quarters and past due accounts
receivable balances as a percentage of total trade receivables generally increase during these quarters. We
review our accounts receivable reserve policy periodically, reflecting current risks, trends and changes in
industry conditions. 

The allowance for doubtful accounts was $5.7 million and $10.5 million at December 31, 2013 and
2012, respectively, a decrease of $4.8 million. Accounts receivable balances greater than 90 days past
due as a percent of accounts receivable at December 31, 2013 decreased to 1.8% compared to 3.9% at
December 31, 2012. These decreases are primarily attributable to an increase in net sales and an
increase in write-offs coupled with an improvement in the underlying quality of our accounts receivable
portfolio at December 31, 2013. 

Although we believe the allowance for doubtful accounts is sufficient, a decline in economic conditions
could lead to the deterioration in the financial condition of customers, resulting in an impairment of their
ability to make payments and additional allowances may be required that could materially impact our
consolidated results of operations. We believe our exposure to concentrations of credit risk is limited due
to the large number of customers comprising our customer base and their dispersion across many differ-
ent geographical regions. Additionally, we mitigate credit risk through credit insurance programs.

Inventory Valuation Reserves 
Inventory valuation reserves are established in order to report inventories at the lower of weighted-average
cost or market and the first-in, first-out method. As part of the valuation process, inventories are adjusted
to reflect excess, slow-moving and damaged inventories at their estimated net realizable value. The valua-
tion process for excess, slow-moving and damaged inventory contains uncertainty because management
must make estimates and use judgment to determine the future salability of inventories. Inventory policies
are reviewed periodically, reflecting current risks, trends and changes in industry conditions. A reserve for
estimated inventory shrinkage is also maintained and reflects the results of cycle count programs and
physical inventories. When preparing these estimates, management considers historical results, inventory
levels and current operating trends. 

Valuation of Goodwill and Indefinite Lived Intangible Assets 
The recoverability of goodwill is evaluated at least annually and when events or changes in circumstances
indicate that the carrying amount may not be recoverable. We have one reporting unit that is subject to
goodwill impairment testing. In performing the goodwill impairment test, we use a two-step approach.
The first step compares the reporting unit’s fair value to its carrying value. If the carrying value exceeds
the fair value, a second step is performed to measure the amount of impairment loss, if any. The identifi-
cation and measurement of goodwill impairment involves the estimation of the fair value of our reporting
unit and contains uncertainty because management must use judgment in determining appropriate
assumptions to be used in the measurement of fair value. On January 1, 2014, we performed our annual
goodwill impairment test and determined that the estimated fair value of our reporting unit significantly
exceeded its carrying value. 

The recoverability of indefinite lived intangibles is also evaluated on an annual basis or more often if
deemed necessary. Indefinite lived intangibles not subject to amortization are assessed for impairment by
comparing the fair value of the intangible asset to its carrying amount to determine if a write-down to fair
value is required. Our annual impairment tests did not result in any impairment of our indefinite lived
intangibles. 

The estimates of fair value of our reporting unit and indefinite lived intangibles are based on the best
information available as of the date of the assessment and incorporates management’s assumptions about
expected future cash flows and contemplates other valuation techniques. Future cash flows can be
affected by changes in the industry, a declining economic environment or market conditions. There have
been no events or circumstances from the date of our assessments that would have an impact on this
conclusion. The carrying amount of goodwill and intangibles was $596.5 million and $616.8 million at
December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively. Although no impairment has been recorded to date, there
can be no assurances that future impairments will not occur. An adjustment to the carrying value of good-
will and intangibles could materially impact the consolidated results of operations.

Self-Insurance Reserves 
Self-insurance reserves are maintained relative to company-wide casualty insurance and health benefit
programs. The level of exposure from catastrophic events is limited by the purchase of stop-loss and
aggregate liability reinsurance coverage. When estimating the self-insurance liabilities and related
reserves, management considers a number of factors, which include historical claims experience, demo-
graphic factors, severity factors and valuations provided by independent third-party actuaries.
Management reviews its assumptions with its independent third-party actuaries to evaluate whether the
self-insurance reserves are adequate. If actual claims or adverse development of loss reserves occur and
exceed these estimates, additional reserves may be required. The estimation process contains uncertainty
since management must use judgment to estimate the ultimate cost that will be incurred to settle
reported claims and unreported claims for incidents incurred but not reported as of the balance sheet
date. Reserves in the amounts of $5.6 million and $4.8 million at December 31, 2013 and 2012,
respectively, were established related to such insurance programs. 

Income Taxes 
Income taxes are accounted for under the asset and liability method. Under this method, deferred tax
assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between
the financial reporting basis and the tax basis of assets and liabilities at enacted tax rates expected to be
in effect when such amounts are recovered or settled. The use of estimates by management is required to
determine income tax expense, deferred tax assets and any related valuation allowance and deferred tax
liabilities. A valuation allowance of $0.1 million and $0.4 million was recorded at December 31, 2013
and 2012, respectively, due to uncertainties related to the ability to utilize a portion of the deferred tax
assets primarily arising from foreign net operating loss carryforwards. The valuation allowance is based on
estimates of future taxable income by jurisdiction in which the deferred tax assets will be recoverable.
These estimates can be affected by a number of factors, including possible tax audits or general economic
conditions or competitive pressures that could affect future taxable income. Although management
believes that the estimates are reasonable, the deferred tax asset and any related valuation allowance will
need to be adjusted if management’s estimates of future taxable income differ from actual taxable income.
An adjustment to the deferred tax asset and any related valuation allowance could materially impact the
consolidated results of operations. 

RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS
Refer to Note 1 to our consolidated financial statements included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K for
a discussion of new accounting pronouncements.

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RESULTS OF OPERATIONS 
The following table summarizes information derived from the audited consolidated statements of income
expressed as a percentage of revenues for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011: 

Revenues
Cost of sales

Gross profit
Selling, general and administrative expenses

Operating income
Interest expense, net

Income before income taxes
Income taxes

Net income
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

2013

2012 

2011 

100.0%
76.0

100.0%
76.3

24.0
16.8

7.2
0.1

7.1
2.1

5.0
1.6

23.7
17.2

6.5
0.1

6.4
1.8

4.6
1.6

100.0%
75.5

24.5
17.8

6.7
0.2

6.5
1.9

4.6
1.6 

Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc.

3.4%

3.0%

3.0%

The following narratives include the results of operations for businesses acquired during 2012 and 2011.
The results of operations for these acquisitions have been included in our consolidated statements of
income beginning on their respective dates of acquisition. See Note 9 to our consolidated financial state-
ments included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K for the pro forma financial information combining our
results of operations with the operations of Carrier Enterprise II and Carrier Enterprise III. The following
narratives also reflect our acquisition of an additional 10% ownership interest in Carrier Enterprise I,
which became effective on July 2, 2012. We did not acquire any businesses during 2013. 

In the following narratives, computations and disclosure information referring to “same-store basis”
exclude the effects of locations acquired or locations opened or closed during the immediately preceding
12 months unless they are within close geographical proximity to existing locations. At December 31,
2013 and 2012, 16 and 63 locations, respectively, were excluded from “same-store basis” information.
The table below summarizes the changes in our locations for 2012 and 2013:

December 31, 2011

Acquired
Opened
Closed

December 31, 2012

Opened
Closed

December 31, 2013

Number of 
Locations

542
35
12
(16)

573
6
(10)

569

2013 COMPARED TO 2012
Revenues
Revenues for 2013 increased $311.6 million, or 9%, to $3,743.3 million, including $87.4 million attrib-
utable to the 35 new Carrier Enterprise III locations and $2.5 million from other locations opened during
the preceding 12 months, offset by $7.9 million from locations closed. On a same-store basis, revenues
increased $229.6 million, or 7%, as compared to 2012, reflecting a 9% increase in sales of HVAC equip-
ment (12% increase in residential HVAC equipment offset by a 2% decrease in commercial HVAC equip-
ment), a 3% increase in sales of other HVAC products and a 3% increase in sales of commercial
refrigeration products. The increase in same-store revenues is primarily due to strong demand for residen-
tial HVAC equipment.

Gross Profit
Gross profit for 2013 increased $84.9 million, or 10%, to $899.3 million, primarily as a result of
increased revenues. Gross profit margin improved 30 basis-points to 24.0% in 2013 from 23.7% in
2012. On a same-store basis, gross profit margin also improved 30 basis-points to 24.0% in 2013 from
23.7% in 2012, primarily due to higher realized gross margins for residential HVAC equipment and non-
equipment products.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses for 2013 increased $38.6 million, or 7%, to $628.0 million,
primarily as a result of increased revenues. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percent of rev-
enues decreased to 16.8% for 2013 from 17.2% for 2012. The decrease in selling, general, and adminis-
trative expenses as a percentage of revenues was primarily due to leveraging of fixed operating costs as
compared to 2012. Selling, general and administrative expenses in 2012 included $1.2 million of acquisi-
tion-related costs. On a same-store basis, selling, general and administrative expenses increased 3% as
compared to 2012.

Operating Income
Operating income for 2013 increased $46.3 million, or 21%, to $271.2 million. Operating margin
improved 70 basis-points to 7.2% in 2013 from 6.5% in 2012. On a same-store basis, operating income
increased 19% compared to 2012.

Interest Expense, Net
Net interest expense for 2013 increased $1.2 million, or 25%, to $5.8 million, primarily as a result of an
increase in average outstanding borrowings, partially offset by a lower effective interest rate in 2013 as
compared to 2012. 

Income Taxes
Income taxes increased to $77.7 million for 2013, as compared to $62.6 million for 2012 and are a
composite of the income taxes attributable to our wholly owned operations and investments, and income
taxes attributable to the Carrier joint ventures, which are taxed as partnerships for income tax purposes.
The effective income tax rate attributable to us was 37.0% and 36.75% in 2013 and 2012, respectively.
The increase was primarily due to higher effective tax rates for income generated by our United States
subsidiaries. 

Net Income Attributable to Watsco, Inc.
Net income attributable to Watsco in 2013 increased $24.4 million, or 24%, to $127.7 million. The
increase was primarily driven by higher revenues, expanded profit margins and reduced selling, general
and administrative expenses as a percent of revenues as discussed above, and by a reduction in the net
income attributable to the noncontrolling interest related to Carrier Enterprise I following our purchase of
an additional 10% ownership interest in Carrier Enterprise I in July 2012.

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2012 COMPARED TO 2011 
Revenues
Revenues for 2012 increased $454.0 million, or 15%, to $3,431.7 million, including $351.4 million
attributable to the 70 new Carrier Enterprise II and Carrier Enterprise III locations and $10.1 million from
other locations opened during the preceding 12 months, offset by $11.9 million from locations closed. On
a same-store basis, revenues increased $104.4 million, or 4%, as compared to 2011, reflecting a 5%
increase in sales of HVAC equipment, a 2% decrease in sales of other HVAC products and a 21%
increase in sales of commercial refrigeration products. The increase in same-store revenues is primarily
due to improving demand for the replacement of residential and commercial HVAC equipment.

Gross Profit
Gross profit for 2012 increased $86.1 million, or 12%, to $814.4 million, primarily as a result of
increased revenues. Gross profit margin declined 80 basis-points to 23.7% in 2012 from 24.5% in
2011. On a same-store basis, gross profit margin declined 90 basis-points to 23.6% in 2012 from
24.5% in 2011, due to decreased average selling prices for residential HVAC equipment and a shift in
sales mix toward HVAC equipment and commercial products, which generate a lower gross profit margin
than non-equipment products.

Selling, General and Administrative Expenses
Selling, general and administrative expenses for 2012 increased $60.2 million, or 11%, to $589.5 million,
primarily as a result of increased revenues. Selling, general and administrative expenses as a percent of rev-
enues decreased to 17.2% for 2012 from 17.8% for 2011. The decrease in selling, general, and adminis-
trative expenses as a percentage of revenues was primarily due to leveraging of fixed operating costs as
compared to 2011. Selling, general and administrative expenses in both 2012 and 2011 include $1.2 mil-
lion of acquisition-related costs. On a same-store basis, selling, general and administrative expenses were
flat compared to 2011.

Operating Income
Operating income for 2012 increased $25.9 million, or 13%, to $224.9 million. Operating margin
declined 20 basis-points to 6.5% in 2012 from 6.7% in 2011. On a same-store basis, operating income
increased 1% compared to 2011.

Interest Expense, Net
Net interest expense for 2012 increased $0.2 million, or 5%, to $4.7 million, primarily as a result of an
increase in average outstanding borrowings, partially offset by a lower effective interest rate in 2012 as
compared to 2011.

Income Taxes
Income taxes increased to $62.6 million for 2012, as compared to $56.9 million for 2011 and are a
composite of the income taxes attributable to our wholly owned operations and investments, and income
taxes attributable to the Carrier joint ventures, which are taxed as partnerships for income tax purposes.
The effective income tax rate attributable to us was 36.75% and 38.0% in 2012 and 2011, respectively.
The decrease was primarily due to lower effective tax rates for income generated by our foreign sub-
sidiaries and certain non-recurring tax benefits realized in 2012.

Net Income Attributable to Watsco, Inc.
Net income attributable to Watsco in 2012 increased $12.9 million, or 14%, to $103.3 million. The
increase was primarily driven by higher revenues and reduced selling, general and administrative
expenses as a percent of revenues, as discussed above, and by a reduction in the net income attributable
to the noncontrolling interest related to Carrier Enterprise I following our purchase of an additional 10%
ownership interest in Carrier Enterprise I in July 2012.

LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES 
We assess our liquidity in terms of our ability to generate cash to execute our business strategy and fund
operating and investing activities, taking into consideration the seasonal demand of HVAC/R products,
which peaks in the months of May through August. Significant factors that could affect our liquidity

include the following:

• cash necessary to fund our business (primarily working capital requirements);
• the adequacy of our available bank line of credit;
• the ability to attract long-term capital with satisfactory terms;
• acquisitions;
• dividend payments;
• capital expenditures; and
• the timing and extent of common stock repurchases.

Sources and Uses of Cash
We rely on cash flows from operations and borrowing capacity under our revolving credit agreement to
fund seasonal working capital needs and for other general corporate purposes, including dividend pay-
ments, if and as declared by our Board of Directors, capital expenditures, business acquisitions and devel-
opment of our long-term operating strategies. 

As of December 31, 2013, we had $19.5 million of cash and cash equivalents, of which, $12.2 million
was held by foreign subsidiaries. We believe that our operating cash flows, cash on hand and funds avail-
able for borrowing under our line of credit will be sufficient to meet our liquidity needs in the foreseeable
future. However, there can be no assurance that our current sources of available funds will be sufficient to
meet our cash requirements. 

Our access to funds under our line of credit is dependent on the ability of the syndicate banks to meet
their respective funding commitments. Disruptions in the capital and credit markets could adversely affect
our ability to draw on our line of credit and may also affect the determination of interest rates, particularly
rates based on LIBOR, which is one of the base rates under our line of credit. Disruptions in the capital
and credit markets could also result in increased borrowing costs and/or reduced borrowing capacity
under our line of credit. 

Working Capital
Working capital increased to $777.6 million at December 31, 2013 from $733.1 million at December
31, 2012, reflecting higher levels of accounts receivable and inventories commensurate with our increase
in overall business volume. 

Cash Flows
The following table summarizes our cash flow activity for 2013 and 2012:

Cash flows provided by operating activities
Cash flows used in investing activities
Cash flows used in financing activities

2013

2012

Change

$
$
$

150.3
(14.3)
(189.0)

$
$
$

173.3
(92.3)
(23.1)

$
$
$

(23.0)
78.0
(165.9)

The individual items contributing to cash flow changes for the years presented are detailed in the consoli-
dated statements of cash flows contained in this Annual Report on Form 10-K.

Operating Activities
The decrease in net cash provided by operating activities was principally attributable to changes in oper-
ating assets and liabilities, which were primarily composed of lower levels of accounts payable and other
liabilities due to approximately $18.0 million in incremental vendor payments from a one-time change in
payment terms related to Carrier Enterprise II and higher accounts receivable driven by increased sales
volume in 2013.

Investing Activities
The decrease in net cash used in investing activities is due to the purchase of our 60% controlling interest
in Carrier Enterprise III for cash consideration of $80.5 million in 2012, partially offset by higher capital
expenditures in 2013.

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Financing Activities
The increase in net cash used in financing activities was primarily attributable to net repayments under
our revolving credit agreement and an increase in distributions to the noncontrolling interest in 2013, par-
tially offset by a decrease in dividends paid in 2013 and the exercise of our option to acquire an addi-
tional 10% ownership interest in Carrier Enterprise I for $51.9 million in 2012.

Revolving Credit Agreement
We maintain an unsecured, syndicated revolving credit agreement that provides for borrowings of up to
$500.0 million. Borrowings are used to fund seasonal working capital needs and for other general corpo-
rate purposes, including acquisitions, dividends, stock repurchases and issuances of letters of credit.
Included in the facility are a $65.0 million swingline subfacility, a $50.0 million letter of credit subfacility
and a $75.0 million multicurrency borrowing sublimit. 

On July 1, 2013, we entered into an amendment to the revolving credit agreement, which extended the
maturity date from April 27, 2017 to July 1, 2018, reduced pricing, improved covenant flexibility to
accommodate the seasonal nature of our working capital requirements and modified certain definitions.
Borrowings under the amended credit facility bear interest at either LIBOR-based rates plus a spread,
which ranges from 87.5 to 250.0 basis-points (LIBOR plus 125.0 basis-points at December 31, 2013),
depending upon our ratio of total debt to EBITDA, or on rates based on the higher of the Prime rate or the
Federal Funds Rate, in each case plus a spread which ranges from 0 to 150.0 basis-points (25.0 basis-
points at December 31, 2013), depending upon our ratio of total debt to EBITDA. We pay a variable
commitment fee on the unused portion of the commitment under the revolving credit agreement, ranging
from 12.5 to 35.0 basis-points (17.5 basis-points at December 31, 2013). 

At December 31, 2013 and 2012, $230.0 million and $316.2 million was outstanding under the revolv-
ing credit agreement, respectively. The revolving credit agreement contains customary affirmative and
negative covenants, including financial covenants with respect to consolidated leverage and interest cover-
age ratios, and other customary restrictions. We believe we were in compliance with all covenants at
December 31, 2013.

Contractual Obligations 
As of December 31, 2013, our significant contractual obligations were as follows (in millions):

Payments due by Period 

Contractual Obligations

Operating leases (1)
Purchase obligations (2)

$ 

2014

65.0
7.5

Total

$ 

72.5

2015

54.5
—

54.5

$

$

2016

43.3
—

43.3

$

$

2017

28.3
—

28.3

$

$

2018

Thereafter

Total

$

$

14.0
—

14.0

$

$

8.4 $
—

213.5
7.5

8.4 $

221.0

(1) Represents future minimum payments associated with real property, equipment, vehicles and a corporate aircraft under non-cancelable operating leases. We are committed to

pay a portion of the actual operating expenses under certain of these lease agreements and these operating expenses are excluded from the table above.

(2) Purchase obligations include amounts committed under purchase orders for goods with defined terms as to price, quantity and delivery. Purchase orders made in the ordinary
course of business that are cancelable are excluded from the above table. Any amounts for which we are liable under purchase orders for goods received are reflected in
Accounts Payable in our Consolidated Balance Sheets and are excluded from the above table.

Commercial obligations outstanding at December 31, 2013 under our revolving credit agreement con-
sisted of borrowings totaling $230.0 million with revolving maturities of 30 days. 

Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
Refer to Note 12 to our consolidated financial statements, under the caption “Off-Balance Sheet Financial
Instruments,” for a discussion of standby letters of credit and performance bonds that we were contin-
gently liable under at December 31, 2013. 

Acquisitions
On July 1, 2014, we intend to exercise our option to acquire an additional 10% ownership interest in
Carrier Enterprise I for approximately $93.0 million, following which we would have an 80% controlling
interest in Carrier Enterprise I. 

We continually evaluate potential acquisitions and/or joint ventures and routinely hold discussions with a
number of acquisition candidates. Should suitable acquisition opportunities arise that would require addi-
tional financing, we believe our financial position and earnings history provide a sufficient basis for us to
either obtain additional debt financing at competitive rates and on reasonable terms or raise capital
through the issuance of equity securities. 

Common Stock Dividends
We paid cash dividends of $1.15, $7.48 and $2.23 per share of Common and Class B common stock in
2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. On January 2, 2014, our Board of Directors declared a regular
quarterly cash dividend of $0.40 per share of Common and Class B common stock that was paid on
January 31, 2014 to shareholders of record as of January 15, 2014. Future dividends and/or dividend
rate increases will be at the sole discretion of the Board of Directors and will depend upon such factors as
cash flow generated by operations, profitability, financial condition, cash requirements, future prospects
and other factors deemed relevant by our Board of Directors.

Company Share Repurchase Program
In September 1999, our Board of Directors authorized the repurchase, at management’s discretion, of up
to 7,500,000 shares of common stock in the open market or via private transactions. Shares repurchased
under the program are accounted for using the cost method and result in a reduction of shareholders’
equity. No shares were repurchased in 2013, 2012 or 2011. In aggregate, 6,370,913 shares of
Common and Class B common stock have been repurchased at a cost of $114.4 million since the incep-
tion of the program. At December 31, 2013, there were 1,129,087 shares remaining authorized for
repurchase under the program.

QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
In the normal course of business we are exposed to fluctuations in foreign currency exchange rates and
interest rates. To manage certain of these exposures, we use derivative financial instruments, including
forward contracts and swaps. We do not use derivative financial instruments for trading purposes. 

The principal foreign currency exchange rates to which we are exposed are the Canadian dollar and
Mexican peso. Changes in exchange rates for these currencies may positively or negatively impact our
results of operations. Revenues in these markets represent 9% and 3%, respectively, of our total revenues
therefore, fluctuations in these exchange rates have not materially impacted our historical results of opera-
tions. However, as these markets grow and represent a higher percentage of our total revenues, our expo-
sure to currency rate fluctuations could change in the future, and materially impact our results of
operations.

We use foreign currency forward contracts to manage certain foreign currency transactional exposure from
purchases by our Canadian operations in currencies other than their local currency. These instruments are
not designated as hedging instruments. The total notional value of our foreign currency forward contracts
as of December 31, 2013 was $26.0 million, and such contracts have varying terms expiring through
March 2014. See Note 12 to our consolidated financial statements, under the caption “Derivative
Financial Instruments,” included in this Annual Report on Form 10-K for further information.

Our revolving credit facility exposes us to interest rate risk because borrowings thereunder accrue interest
at one or more variable rates. Our interest rate risk management objectives are to limit the impact of inter-
est rate changes on earnings and cash flows and to lower overall borrowing costs. To achieve these objec-
tives, we have historically entered into interest rate swap agreements with financial institutions that have
investment grade credit ratings, thereby minimizing credit risk associated with these instruments. We do
not currently hold any such swap agreements or any other derivative contracts that hedge our interest rate
exposure, but we may enter into such instruments in the future. 

We have evaluated our exposure to interest rates based on the amount of variable debt outstanding under
our revolving credit agreement at December 31, 2013, and determined that a 100 basis-point change in
interest rates would result in an impact to income before taxes of approximately $2.3 million. 

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Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting

Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm

Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining adequate internal control over financial
reporting, as such term is defined in Exchange Act Rules 13a-15(f). Our internal control system was
designed to provide reasonable assurance to our management and Board of Directors regarding the relia-
bility of financial reporting and the preparation and fair presentation of our published consolidated finan-
cial statements. 

All internal control systems, no matter how well designed, have inherent limitations. Therefore, even
those systems determined to be effective may not prevent or detect misstatements and can provide only
reasonable assurance with respect to financial statement preparation and presentation. Also, projections
of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that controls may become inade-
quate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the policies or procedures
may deteriorate. 

Under the supervision and with the participation of our management, including our Chief Executive
Officer, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, we conducted an assessment of the effective-
ness of our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2013. The assessment was based
on criteria established in the framework Internal Control — Integrated Framework (1992), issued by the
Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (“COSO”) of the Treadway Commission. Based on this assess-
ment under the COSO framework, our management concluded that our internal control over financial
reporting was effective as of December 31, 2013. The effectiveness of our internal control over financial
reporting as of December 31, 2013 has been audited by KPMG LLP, an independent registered public
accounting firm, as stated in their report that is included herein.

The Board of Directors and Shareholders
Watsco, Inc.:

We have audited Watsco, Inc’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2013, based
on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (1992) issued by the Committee of
Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO). Watsco, Inc.’s management is responsi-
ble for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting and for its assessment of the effective-
ness of internal control over financial reporting, included in the accompanying Management’s Report on
Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company’s
internal control over financial reporting based on our audit.

We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material
respects. Our audit included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting,
assessing the risk that a material weakness exists, and testing and evaluating the design and operating
effectiveness of internal control based on the assessed risk. Our audit also included performing such other
procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We believe that our audit provides a rea-
sonable basis for our opinion.

A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assur-
ance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external
purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles. A company’s internal control over
financial reporting includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records
that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of
the company; (2) provide reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit
preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that
receipts and expenditures of the company are being made only in accordance with authorizations of man-
agement and directors of the company; and (3) provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or
timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the company’s assets that could have a
material effect on the financial statements.

Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect mis-
statements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk
that controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance
with the policies or procedures may deteriorate.

In our opinion, Watsco, Inc. maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial
reporting as of December 31, 2013, based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated
Framework (1992) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States), the consolidated balance sheets of Watsco, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December
31, 2013 and 2012, and the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, share-
holders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three-year period ended December 31, 2013,
and our report dated February 27, 2014 expressed an unqualified opinion on those consolidated financial
statements. 

February 27, 2014
Miami, Florida 
Certified Public Accountants 

KPMG LLP

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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm 

The Board of Directors and Shareholders
Watsco, Inc.:

We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Watsco, Inc. and subsidiaries as of
December 31, 2013 and 2012, and the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive
income, shareholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the years in the three year period ended
December 31, 2013. These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company’s
management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based
on our audits.

We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement. An audit includes
examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
An audit also includes assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by man-
agement, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation. We believe that our audits
provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.

In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material
respects, the financial position of Watsco, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 2013 and 2012, and
the results of their operations and their cash flows for each of the years in the three year period ended
December 31, 2013, in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.

We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight
Board (United States), Watsco, Inc.’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2013,
based on criteria established in Internal Control – Integrated Framework (1992) issued by the Committee
of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO), and our report dated February 27,
2014 expressed an unqualified opinion on the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over finan-
cial reporting.

February 27, 2014
Miami, Florida
Certified Public Accountants

KPMG LLP

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(In thousands, except per share data)

Years Ended December 31,

2013

2012

2011

Revenues
Cost of sales

Gross profit
Selling, general and administrative expenses

Operating income
Interest expense, net

Income before income taxes
Income taxes

Net income
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

$ 3,743,330
2,844,077

$ 3,431,712
2,617,317

$ 2,977,759
2,249,465

899,253
628,044

271,209
5,830

265,379
77,660

187,719
59,996

814,395
589,487

224,908
4,665

220,243
62,642

157,601
54,267

728,294
529,244

199,050
4,458

194,592
56,850

137,742
47,292

Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc.

$

127,723

$

103,334

$

90,450

Earnings per share for Common and Class B common stock:

Basic

Diluted

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

$

$

3.69

3.68

$

$

2.70

2.70

$

$

2.75

2.74

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(In thousands)

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands, except share and per share data)

Years Ended December 31,

2013

2012

2011

Net income
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net of tax
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities arising during the period
Unrealized gain on derivative instrument arising during the period

Other comprehensive (loss) income

Comprehensive income
Less: comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interest

$

187,719

$

157,601

$

137,742

(16,365)
24
—

(16,341)

171,378
53,027

(3,191)
35
—

(3,156)

—
3
238

241

154,445
52,861

137,983
47,292

Comprehensive income attributable to Watsco, Inc.

$

118,351

$

101,584

$

90,691

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements.

December 31, 

ASSETS
Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents
Accounts receivable, net
Inventories
Other current assets

Total current assets

Property and equipment, net
Goodwill
Intangible assets, net
Other assets

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Current liabilities:

Current portion of other long-term obligations
Accounts payable
Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

Total current liabilities

Long-term obligations:

Borrowings under revolving credit agreement
Other long-term obligations, net of current portion

Total long-term obligations

Deferred income taxes and other liabilities

Commitments and contingencies
Watsco, Inc. shareholders’ equity:

2013

2012

$

19,478
399,565
583,154
18,905

$

73,770
377,655
546,083
17,943

1,021,102

1,015,451

45,418
392,610
203,843
6,558

42,842
397,262
219,501
6,999

$ 1,669,531

$ 1,682,055

$

107
141,104
102,295

243,506

230,044
513

230,557

68,076

$

4
184,957
97,397

282,358

316,182
14

316,196

61,461

Common stock, $0.50 par value, 60,000,000 shares authorized; 36,364,297 and 
36,262,023 shares outstanding at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively

Class B common stock, $0.50 par value, 10,000,000 shares authorized; 4,733,737 and 4,630,200 

shares outstanding at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively

Preferred stock, $0.50 par value, 10,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued
Paid-in capital
Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax
Retained earnings
Treasury stock, at cost, 6,322,650 shares of Common stock and 48,263 shares of Class B common 

18,182

18,131

2,367
—
606,384
(11,474)
339,362

2,315
—
592,820
(2,102)
251,475

stock at both December 31, 2013 and 2012

Total Watsco, Inc. shareholders’ equity

Noncontrolling interest

Total shareholders’ equity

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 

(114,425)

(114,425)

840,396
286,996

748,214
273,826

1,127,392

1,022,040

$ 1,669,531

$ 1,682,055

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
(In thousands, except share and per share data)

Balance at December 31, 2010
Net income
Other comprehensive income
Issuances of non-vested (restricted) shares of common stock 
Forfeitures of non-vested (restricted) shares of common stock
Common stock contribution to 401(k) plan
Stock issuances from exercise of stock options and employee stock purchase plan
Retirement of common stock
Share-based compensation
Excess tax benefit from share-based compensation
Cash dividends declared and paid on Common and Class B common stock, $2.23 per share
Return of capital contribution to noncontrolling interest
Fair value of noncontrolling interest
Share of carrying value of our locations contributed to joint venture
Fair value increment over carrying value of locations contributed to joint venture
Distributions to noncontrolling interest

Balance at December 31, 2011
Net income
Other comprehensive loss
Issuances of non-vested (restricted) shares of common stock
Common stock contribution to 401(k) plan
Stock issuances from exercise of stock options and employee stock purchase plan
Retirement of common stock
Share-based compensation
Excess tax benefit from share-based compensation
Cash dividends declared and paid on Common and Class B common stock, $7.48 per share
Common stock issued for Carrier Enterprise III
Fair value of noncontrolling interest in Carrier Enterprise III
Decrease in noncontrolling interest in Carrier Enterprise I
Distributions to noncontrolling interest

Balance at December 31, 2012
Net income
Other comprehensive loss
Issuances of non-vested (restricted) shares of common stock
Forfeitures of non-vested (restricted) shares of common stock
Common stock contribution to 401(k) plan
Stock issuances from exercise of stock options and employee stock purchase plan
Retirement of common stock
Share-based compensation
Excess tax benefit from share-based compensation
Cash dividends declared and paid on Common and Class B common stock, $1.15 per share
Distributions to noncontrolling interest

Balance at December 31, 2013

See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 

Common Stock,
Class B
Common Stock
and Preferred
Stock Shares

Common Stock,
Class B
Common Stock
and Preferred
Stock Amount

Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive 
Loss

Paid-In
Capital

32,449,425

$19,410

$472,883

$(593)

241

Retained
Earnings

$387,186
90,450

Treasury
Stock

Noncontrolling
Interest

$(114,425)

$164,435
47,292

429,602
(30,500)
27,240
139,717
(10,143)

215
(15)
14
69
(5)

(215)
15
1,704
5,484
(612)
6,340
859

7,061

(73,276)

33,005,341

19,688

493,519

(352)

404,360
103,334

(114,425)

(1,750)

111,301
26,991
157,664
(29,987)

56
13
79
(15)

(56)
1,759
7,084
(2,214)
7,716
1,079

1,250,000

625

92,625

(8,692)

(256,219)

34,521,310

20,446

592,820

(2,102)

251,475
127,723

(114,425)

(9,372)

124,043
(10,000)
22,551
87,193
(17,976)

62
(5) 
11
44
(9)

(62)
5
1,678
3,340
(1,668)
8,760
1,511

(32,000)
34,919
7,708

(23,434)

198,920
54,267
(1,406)

104,244
(43,189)
(39,010)

273,826
59,996
(6,969)

(39,836)

(39,857)

Total

$928,896
137,742
241
—
—
1,718
5,553
(617)
6,340
859
(73,276)
(32,000)
34,919
7,708
7,061
(23,434)

1,001,710
157,601
(3,156)
—
1,772
7,163
(2,229)
7,716
1,079
(256,219)
93,250
104,244
(51,881)
(39,010)

1,022,040
187,719
(16,341)
—
—
1,689
3,384
(1,677)
8,760
1,511
(39,836)
(39,857)

34,727,121

$20,549

$606,384

$(11,474)

$339,362

$(114,425)

$286,996

$1,127,392

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(In thousands)

Years Ended December 31, 

2013

2012

2011

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In thousands, except share and per share data)

$

187,719

$

157,601

$

137,742

1. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization
Share-based compensation
Deferred income tax provision
Provision for doubtful accounts
Non-cash contribution for 401(k) plan
(Gain) loss on sale of property and equipment
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation

Changes in operating assets and liabilities, net of effects of acquisitions:

Accounts receivable
Inventories
Accounts payable and other liabilities
Other, net

Net cash provided by operating activities

Cash flows from investing activities:

Capital expenditures
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment
Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired

Net cash used in investing activities

Cash flows from financing activities:

Net (repayments) proceeds under current revolving credit agreement
Distributions to noncontrolling interest
Dividends on Common and Class B common stock
Payment of fees related to revolving credit agreement
Purchase of additional ownership from noncontrolling interest
Net (repayments) proceeds under prior revolving credit agreements
Return of capital contribution to noncontrolling interest
Net proceeds from (repayments of) other long-term obligations
Excess tax benefits from share-based compensation
Net proceeds from issuances of common stock

17,706
9,967
8,589
961
1,689
(156)
(1,511)

(25,846)
(40,575)
(7,256)
(1,018)

15,911
7,939
6,724
1,826
1,772
103
(1,079)

(5,752)
(26,652)
11,873
3,077

150,269

173,343

(14,580)
323
—

(14,257)

(83,559)
(69,494)
(39,836)
(458)
—
—
—
602
1,511
2,185

(12,317)
504
(80,479)

(92,292)

316,748
(16,003) 
(256,219)
(2,116)
(51,881)
(20,000)
—
(1)
1,079
5,312

11,725
6,663
8,310
2,374
1,718
171
(859)

11,987
(22,489)
(98,611)
2,721

61,452

(13,925)
737
(43,455)

(56,643)

—
(26,469)
(73,276)
(38)
—
10,000
(32,000)
(69)
859
5,359

Net cash used in financing activities

Effect of foreign exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents

Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year

(189,049)

(23,081)

(115,634)

(1,255)

(54,292)
73,770

127

58,097
15,673

—

(110,825)
126,498

Cash and cash equivalents at end of year

$

19,478

$

73,770

$

15,673 

Supplemental cash flow information (Note 17)
See accompanying notes to consolidated financial statements. 

Nature of Operations 
Watsco, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively, “Watsco,” which may be referred to as “we”, “us” or “our”)
was incorporated in Florida in 1956 and is the largest distributor of air conditioning, heating and refriger-
ation equipment and related parts and supplies (“HVAC/R”) in the HVAC/R distribution industry. At
December 31, 2013, we operated from 569 locations in 38 U.S. states, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico
with additional market coverage on an export basis to Latin America and the Caribbean.

Basis of Consolidation 
The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Watsco and all of its wholly owned sub-
sidiaries and include the accounts of three joint ventures with Carrier Corporation (“Carrier”), in each of
which Watsco maintains a controlling interest. All significant intercompany balances and transactions
have been eliminated in consolidation. 

Reclassifications 
Certain reclassifications of prior year amounts have been made to conform to the 2013 presentation.
These reclassifications had no effect on net income or earnings per share as previously reported. 

Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions 
Our operations in Mexico consider their functional currency to be the U.S. dollar because the majority of
their transactions are denominated in U.S. dollars. Gains or losses resulting from transactions denomi-
nated in Mexican pesos are recognized in earnings within selling, general and administrative expenses in
our consolidated statements of income. 

The functional currency of our operations in Canada is the Canadian dollar. Foreign currency denominated
assets and liabilities are translated into U.S. dollars at the exchange rates in effect at the balance sheet
date, and income and expense items are translated at the average exchange rates in effect during the
applicable period. The aggregate effect of foreign currency translation is recorded in accumulated other
comprehensive loss in our consolidated balance sheets. Our net investment in our Canadian operations is
recorded at the historical rate and the resulting foreign currency translation adjustments are included in
accumulated other comprehensive loss in our consolidated balance sheets. Gains or losses resulting from
transactions denominated in U.S. dollars are recognized in earnings within selling, general and adminis-
trative expenses in our consolidated statements of income. 

Use of Estimates 
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. GAAP requires management
to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclo-
sure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the
reported amounts of revenues and expenses for the reporting period. Significant estimates include valua-
tion reserves for accounts receivable, inventories and income taxes, reserves related to self-insurance pro-
grams and the valuation of goodwill and indefinite lived intangible assets. While we believe that these
estimates are reasonable, actual results could differ from such estimates.

Cash Equivalents 
All highly liquid instruments purchased with original maturities of three months or less are considered to
be cash equivalents.

Accounts Receivable and Allowance for Doubtful Accounts 
Accounts receivable primarily consist of trade receivables due from customers and are stated at the
invoiced amount less an allowance for doubtful accounts. An allowance for doubtful accounts is main-

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tained for estimated losses resulting from the inability of customers to make required payments. When
preparing these estimates, we consider a number of factors, including the aging of a customer’s account,
past transactions with customers, creditworthiness of specific customers, historical trends and other infor-
mation. Upon determination that an account is uncollectible, the receivable balance is written off. At
December 31, 2013 and 2012, the allowance for doubtful accounts totaled $5,737 and $10,473,
respectively.

Inventories 
Inventories consist of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment and related parts and supplies
and are valued at the lower of cost or market using a weighted-average cost basis and the first-in, first-out
methods. As part of the valuation process, inventories are adjusted to reflect excess, slow-moving and
damaged inventories at their estimated net realizable value. Inventory policies are reviewed periodically,
reflecting current risks, trends and changes in industry conditions. A reserve for estimated inventory
shrinkage is also maintained to consider inventory shortages determined from cycle counts and physical
inventories. 

Vendor Rebates 
We have arrangements with several vendors that provide rebates payable to us when we achieve any of a
number of measures, generally related to the volume level of purchases. We account for such rebates as a
reduction of inventory until we sell the product, at which time such rebates are reflected as a reduction of
cost of sales in our consolidated statements of income. Throughout the year, we estimate the amount of
the rebate based on our estimate of purchases to date relative to the purchase levels that mark our
progress toward earning the rebates. We continually revise our estimates of earned vendor rebates based
on actual purchase levels. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, we had $9,333 and $8,015, respectively,
of rebates recorded as a reduction of inventory. Substantially all vendor rebate receivables are collected
within three months immediately following the end of the year. 

Marketable Securities 
Investments in marketable equity securities are classified as available-for-sale and are included in other
assets in our consolidated balance sheets. These equity securities are recorded at fair value using the spe-
cific identification method with unrealized holding losses, net of deferred taxes, included in accumulated
other comprehensive loss within shareholders’ equity. Dividend and interest income are recognized in the
statements of income when earned. 

Property and Equipment 
Property and equipment are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and amortization. Depreciation
and amortization of property and equipment is computed using the straight-line method. Buildings and
improvements are depreciated or amortized over estimated useful lives ranging from 3-40 years.
Leasehold improvements are amortized over the shorter of the respective lease terms or estimated useful
lives. Estimated useful lives for other depreciable assets range from 3-10 years. 

Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets 
Goodwill is recorded when the purchase price paid for an acquisition exceeds the fair value of the net
identified tangible and intangible assets acquired. We evaluate goodwill for impairment annually or more
frequently when an event occurs or circumstances change that indicate that the carrying value may not be
recoverable. We test goodwill for impairment by first comparing the fair value of our reporting unit to its
carrying value. If the fair value is determined to be less than the carrying value, a second step is per-
formed to measure the amount of impairment loss.  

Other intangible assets primarily consist of the value of trade names and trademarks, distributor agree-
ments, customer relationships and non-compete agreements. Indefinite lived intangibles not subject to
amortization are assessed for impairment at least annually, or more frequently if events or changes in cir-
cumstances indicate they may be impaired, by comparing the fair value of the intangible asset to its carry-
ing amount to determine if a write-down to fair value is required. Finite lived intangible assets are
amortized using the straight-line method over their respective estimated useful lives.

We perform our annual impairment tests each year and have determined there to be no impairment for

any of the periods presented. There were no events or circumstances identified from the date of our
assessment that would require an update to our annual impairment tests. 

Long-Lived Assets
Long-lived assets, other than goodwill, are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in cir-
cumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the assets may not be recoverable. Recoverability is eval-
uated by determining whether the amortization of the balance over its remaining life can be recovered
through undiscounted future operating cash flows. We measure the impairment loss based on projected
discounted cash flows using a discount rate reflecting the average cost of funds and compared to the
asset’s carrying value. As of December 31, 2013, there were no such events or circumstances.

Fair Value Measurements 
We carry various assets and liabilities at fair value in the consolidated balance sheets. Fair value is
defined as the price that would be received for an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transac-
tion between market participants at the measurement date. As such, fair value is a market-based meas-
urement that should be determined based on assumptions that market participants would use in pricing
an asset or liability. Fair value measurements are classified based on the following fair value hierarchy: 

Level 1

Level 2

Quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities. An active market for an asset
or liability is a market in which transactions for the asset or liability occur with sufficient fre-
quency and volume to provide pricing information on an ongoing basis.

Observable inputs other than Level 1 prices such as quoted prices in active markets for similar
assets or liabilities; quoted prices in markets that are not active; or model-driven valuations or
other inputs that are observable or can be corroborated by observable market data for substan-
tially the full term of the assets or liabilities.

Level 3 Unobservable inputs for the asset or liability. These inputs reflect our own assumptions about

the assumptions a market participant would use in pricing the asset or liability.

Revenue Recognition 
Revenue primarily consists of sales of air conditioning, heating and refrigeration equipment and related
parts and supplies and is recorded when shipment of products or delivery of services has occurred.
Substantially all customer returns relate to products that are returned under warranty obligations under-
written by manufacturers, effectively mitigating our risk of loss for customer returns. Taxes collected from
our customers and remitted to governmental authorities are presented in our consolidated statements of
income on a net basis.

Advertising Costs 
Advertising costs are expensed as incurred. Advertising expense for the years ended December 31, 2013,
2012 and 2011, was $22,418, $23,730 and $25,052, respectively.

Shipping and Handling 
Shipping and handling costs associated with inbound freight are capitalized to inventories and relieved
through cost of sales as inventories are sold. Shipping and handling costs associated with the delivery of
products is included in selling, general and administrative expenses. Shipping and handling costs for the
years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, was $39,395, $37,676 and $30,234, respectively.

Share-Based Compensation 
The fair value of stock option and non-vested (restricted) stock awards are expensed on a straight-line
basis over the vesting period of the awards. Share-based compensation expense is included in selling,
general and administrative expenses in our consolidated statements of income. Cash flows from the tax
benefits resulting from tax deductions in excess of the compensation expense recognized for those options
(windfall tax benefits) are classified as financing cash flows. Tax benefits resulting from tax deductions in
excess of share-based compensation expense recognized are credited to paid-in capital in the consolidated
balance sheets.

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Income Taxes 
We record United States federal, state and foreign income taxes currently payable, as well as deferred
taxes due to temporary differences between reporting income and expenses for financial statement pur-
poses versus tax purposes. Deferred tax assets and liabilities reflect the temporary differences between the
financial statement and income tax basis of assets and liabilities. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are
measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those tempo-
rary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. The effect of a change in tax rates is recognized
as income or expense in the period that includes the enactment date. We and our eligible subsidiaries file
a consolidated United States federal income tax return. As income tax returns are generally not filed until
well after the closing process for the December 31 financial statements is complete, the amounts
recorded at December 31 reflect estimates of what the final amounts will be when the actual income tax
returns are filed for that calendar year. In addition, estimates are often required with respect to, among
other things, the appropriate state income tax rates to use in the various states that we and our sub-
sidiaries are required to file, the potential utilization of operating loss carryforwards and valuation
allowances required, if any, for tax assets that may not be realizable in the future. 

We recognize the financial statement benefit of a tax position only after determining that the relevant tax
authority would more likely than not sustain the position following an audit. For tax positions meeting the
“more-likely-than-not” threshold, the amount recognized in the financial statements is the largest benefit
that has a greater than 50% likelihood of being realized upon ultimate settlement with the relevant tax
authority.

Earnings per Share
We compute earnings per share using the two-class method. The two-class method of computing earnings
per share is an earnings allocation formula that determines earnings per share for common stock and any
participating securities according to dividends declared (whether paid or unpaid) and participation rights
in undistributed earnings. Shares of our non-vested (restricted) stock are considered participating securi-
ties because these awards contain a non-forfeitable right to dividends irrespective of whether the awards
ultimately vest. Under the two-class method, earnings per common share for our Common and Class B
common stock is computed by dividing the sum of distributed earnings to common shareholders and
undistributed earnings allocated to common shareholders by the weighted-average number of shares of
Common and Class B common stock outstanding for the period. In applying the two-class method, undis-
tributed earnings are allocated to Common stock, Class B common stock and participating securities
based on the weighted-average shares outstanding during the period. 

Diluted earnings per share reflects the dilutive effect of potential common shares from stock options. The
dilutive effect of outstanding stock options is computed using the treasury stock method, which assumes
any proceeds that could be obtained upon the exercise of stock options, would be used to purchase com-
mon stock at the average market price for the period. The assumed proceeds include the purchase price
the optionee pays, the windfall tax benefit that we receive upon assumed exercise and the unrecognized
compensation expense at the end of each period.

Derivative Instruments 
All derivatives, whether designated in hedging relationships or not, are required to be recorded on the bal-
ance sheet at fair value. If the derivative is designated as a fair value hedge, the changes in the fair value
of the derivative and of the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk are recognized in earnings. If the
derivative is designated as a cash flow hedge, the effective portions of changes in the fair value of the
derivative are recorded in other comprehensive income and are recognized in the income statement when
the hedged item affects earnings. Ineffective portions of changes in the fair value of cash flow hedges are
recognized in earnings. See Note 12, under the caption “Derivative Financial Instruments.”

New Accounting Pronouncements
Reporting Amounts Reclassified Out of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income
On January 1, 2013, we adopted guidance issued by the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”)
that requires disclosure for amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income by the
respective line items of net income if the amount reclassified is required to be reclassified to net income in

its entirety in the reporting period. For amounts that are not required to be reclassified in their entirety to
net income, a cross-reference to other disclosures that provide additional detail about those amounts is
required. The adoption of this guidance did not have an impact on our consolidated financial statements.

Presentation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits
In July 2013, the FASB issued guidance that requires the presentation of an unrecognized tax benefit as a
reduction to a deferred tax asset for a net operating loss carryforward rather than as a liability when the
uncertain tax position would reduce the net operating loss under the tax law of the applicable jurisdiction
and the entity intends to use the deferred tax asset for that purpose. This guidance is effective prospec-
tively for interim and annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2013. We do not expect the
adoption of this guidance to have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements.

2. EARNINGS PER SHARE
The following table presents the calculation of basic and diluted earnings per common share for our
Common and Class B common stock:

Years Ended December 31,

2013

2012

2011

Basic Earnings per Share:
Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc. shareholders
Less: distributed and undistributed earnings allocated to non-vested 

(restricted) common stock

Earnings allocated to Watsco, Inc. shareholders

Weighted-average common shares outstanding - Basic

Basic earnings per share for Common and Class B common stock

Allocation of earnings for Basic:

Common stock
Class B common stock

Diluted Earnings per Share:
Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc. shareholders
Less: distributed and undistributed earnings allocated to non-vested 

(restricted) common stock

$

127,723

$

103,334

$

90,450

9,064

118,659

32,195,598

3.69

108,690
9,969

118,659

127,723

$

$

$

$

$

17,656

85,678

31,680,187

2.70

78,359
7,319

85,678

103,334

$

$

$

$

$

9,053

17,656

$

$

$

$

$

6,045

84,405

30,678,206

2.75

76,574
7,831

84,405

90,450

6,042

Earnings allocated to Watsco, Inc. shareholders

$

118,670

$

85,678

$

84,408

Weighted-average common shares outstanding - Basic
Effect of dilutive stock options

32,195,598
62,470

31,680,187
64,212

30,678,206
75,085

Weighted-average common shares outstanding - Diluted

32,258,068

31,744,399

30,753,291

Diluted earnings per share for Common and Class B common stock

$

3.68

$

2.70

$

2.74

Diluted earnings per share for our Common stock assumes the conversion of all of our Class B common
stock into Common stock as of the beginning of the fiscal year, therefore, no allocation of earnings to
Class B common stock is required. At December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, our outstanding Class B
common stock was convertible into 2,704,832, 2,706,338 and 2,846,334 shares of our Common
stock, respectively.

Diluted earnings per share excluded 1,066, 17,492 and 33,511 shares for the years ended December
31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively, related to stock options with an exercise price per share greater
than the average market value, resulting in an anti-dilutive effect on diluted earnings per share.

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3. OTHER COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME
Other comprehensive (loss) income consists of the foreign currency translation adjustment associated with
our Canadian operations’ use of the Canadian dollar as their functional currency, changes in the unrealized
gain on available-for-sale securities and the effective portion of a cash flow hedge that matured in October
2011. The tax effects allocated to each component of other comprehensive (loss) income are as follows:

Years Ended December 31,

Foreign currency translation adjustment

Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities
Income tax expense

Unrealized gain on available-for-sale securities, net of tax

Unrealized gain on derivative instrument
Income tax expense 

Unrealized gain on derivative instrument, net of tax

Other comprehensive (loss) income

2013

(16,365)

39
(15)

24

$

$

$

2012

(3,191)

63
(28)

35

$

$

$

— $
—

— $

— $
—

— $

2011

—

6
(3)

3

384
(146)

238

(16,341)

$

(3,156)

$

241

$

$

$

$

$

$

The changes in accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax, are as follows:

Years Ended December 31,

2013

2012

2011

Foreign currency translation adjustment:

Beginning balance 
Current period other comprehensive loss

Ending balance

Available-for-sale securities:

Beginning balance 
Current period other comprehensive income

Ending balance

Derivative instrument:
Beginning balance 
Current period other comprehensive income

Ending balance

Accumulated other comprehensive loss, net of tax

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

(1,785)
(9,396)

(11,181)

(317)
24

(293)

$

$

$

$

— $

(1,785)

(1,785)

$

(352)
35

(317)

$

$

— $
—

— $

— $
—

— $

—
—

—

(355)
3

(352)

(238)
238

—

(11,474)

$

(2,102)

$

(352)

4.SUPPLIER CONCENTRATION
We have four key suppliers of HVAC/R equipment products. Purchases from these four suppliers com-
prised 73%, 72% and 71% of all purchases made in 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. Our largest
supplier, Carrier and its affiliates, accounted for 59%, 57% and 54% of all purchases made in 2013,
2012 and 2011, respectively. See Note 15. Any significant interruption by Carrier or the other key suppli-
ers in the delivery of products could impair our ability to maintain current inventory levels or a termination
of a distribution agreement could disrupt the operations of certain subsidiaries and could materially
impact our consolidated results of operations and consolidated financial position. 

5. PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
Property and equipment, net, consists of: 

December 31,

Land
Buildings and improvements
Machinery, vehicles and equipment
Furniture and fixtures

Accumulated depreciation and amortization

$

$

2013

1,131
49,942
64,012
20,523

2012

1,131
48,457
57,130
18,251

135,608
(90,190)

124,969
(82,127)

$

45,418

$

42,842

Depreciation and amortization expense related to property and equipment included in selling, general and
administrative expenses for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, was $11,677,
$10,986 and $9,364, respectively.

6.DEBT
We maintain an unsecured, syndicated revolving credit agreement that provides for borrowings of up to
$500,000. Borrowings are used to fund seasonal working capital needs and for other general corporate
purposes, including acquisitions, dividends, stock repurchases and issuances of letters of credit. Included
in the facility are a $65,000 swingline subfacility, a $50,000 letter of credit subfacility and a $75,000
multicurrency borrowing sublimit. 

On July 1, 2013, we entered into an amendment to the revolving credit agreement, which extended the
maturity date from April 27, 2017 to July 1, 2018, reduced pricing, improved covenant flexibility to
accommodate the seasonal nature of our working capital requirements and modified certain definitions.
Borrowings under the amended credit facility bear interest at either LIBOR-based rates plus a spread,
which ranges from 87.5 to 250.0 basis-points (LIBOR plus 125.0 basis-points at December 31, 2013),
depending upon our ratio of total debt to EBITDA, or on rates based on the higher of the Prime rate or the
Federal Funds Rate, in each case plus a spread which ranges from 0 to 150.0 basis-points (25.0 basis-
points at December 31, 2013), depending upon our ratio of total debt to EBITDA. We pay a variable
commitment fee on the unused portion of the commitment under the revolving credit agreement, ranging
from 12.5 to 35.0 basis-points (17.5 basis-points at December 31, 2013). 

At December 31, 2013 and 2012, $230,044 and $316,182 was outstanding under the revolving credit
agreement, respectively. The revolving credit agreement contains customary affirmative and negative
covenants, including financial covenants with respect to consolidated leverage and interest coverage
ratios, and other customary restrictions. We believe we were in compliance with all covenants at
December 31, 2013.

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7.INCOME TAXES
The components of income tax expense from our wholly-owned operations and investments and our 
controlling interest in joint ventures with Carrier are as follows: 

The following is a summary of the significant components of our current and long-term deferred tax assets
and liabilities:

Years Ended December 31,

U.S. Federal
State
Foreign

Current
Deferred

2013

62,616
9,234
5,810

77,660

69,071
8,589

77,660

$

$

$

$

2012

50,919
6,245
5,478

62,642

55,918
6,724

62,642

$

$

$

$

2011

50,197
6,338
315

56,850

48,540
8,310

56,850

$

$

$

$

We calculate our income tax expense and our effective tax rate for 100% of income attributable to our
wholly-owned operations and investments and for our controlling interest of income attributable to our
joint ventures with Carrier, which are taxed as partnerships for income tax purposes.

Following is a reconciliation of the effective income tax rate: 

Years Ended December 31,

2013

2012

2011

U.S. federal statutory rate
State income taxes, net of federal benefit and other
Tax effects on foreign income

Effective income tax rate attributable to Watsco, Inc.
Taxes attributable to noncontrolling interest

Effective income tax rate

35.0%
3.3
(1.3)

37.0
(7.7)

35.0%
2.5
(0.8)

36.7
(8.3)

35.0%
3.1
(0.1)

38.0
(8.8)

December 31,

Current deferred tax assets:

Capitalized inventory costs and inventory reserves
Self-insurance reserves
Allowance for doubtful accounts
Other current deferred tax assets

Total current deferred tax assets (1)

Long-term deferred tax assets:
Share-based compensation
Other long-term deferred tax assets
Net operating loss carryforwards

Valuation allowance

Total long-term deferred tax assets (2)

Current deferred tax liabilities:

Other current deferred tax liabilities

Total current deferred tax liabilities (1)

Long-term deferred tax liabilities:

Deductible goodwill
Depreciation
Other long-term deferred tax liabilities

2013

2012

$

$

2,883
1,093
882
1,539

6,397

17,455
909
283

18,647
(75)

18,572

(1,304)

(1,304)

(76,519)
(2,873)
(2,556)

(81,948)

2,386
1,039
1,084
1,215

5,724

13,911
797
609

15,317
(391)

14,926

(36)

(36)

(66,636)
(3,100)
(1,322)

(71,058)

29.3%

28.4%

29.2%

Total long-term deferred tax liabities (2)

Net deferred tax liabilities

$

(58,283)

$

(50,444)

(1)  Current deferred tax assets and liabilities have been included in the consolidated balance sheets in other current assets.
(2)  Long-term deferred tax assets and liabilities have been included in the consolidated balance sheets in deferred income taxes and

other liabilities.

Amounts earned by foreign subsidiaries are generally subject to United States income taxation upon repa-
triation. United States income taxes have not been provided on undistributed earnings of our foreign sub-
sidiaries. The cumulative undistributed earnings related to foreign operations were approximately
$55,000 at December 31, 2013. It is not practicable to estimate the amount of tax that might be
payable. Our intention is to reinvest these earnings permanently or to repatriate the earnings only when it
is tax effective to do so. 

Management has determined that $75 and $391 of valuation allowance was necessary at December 31,
2013 and 2012, respectively, to reduce the deferred tax assets to the amount that will more likely than
not be realized. At December 31, 2013, there were state and other net operating loss carryforwards of
$7,117, which expire in varying amounts from 2014 through 2026. These amounts are available to off-
set future taxable income. There were no federal net operating loss carryforwards at December 31, 2013. 

We are subject to United States federal income tax, income tax of multiple state jurisdictions and foreign
income tax. We are subject to tax audits in the various jurisdictions until the respective statutes of limita-
tions expire. We are no longer subject to United States federal tax examinations for tax years prior to
2010. For the majority of states, we are no longer subject to tax examinations for tax years prior to 2009. 

As of December 31, 2013 and 2012, the total amount of gross unrecognized tax benefits (excluding the
federal benefit received from state positions) was $3,135 and $2,474, respectively. Of these totals,

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The changes in gross unrecognized tax benefits are as follows:

Options outstanding at December 31, 2012

$2,038 and $1,609, respectively, (net of the federal benefit received from state positions) represent the
amount of unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would affect the effective tax rate. Our continuing
practice is to recognize penalties within selling, general and administrative expenses and interest related
to income tax matters in income tax expense in the consolidated statements of income. As of December
31, 2013 and 2012, the cumulative amount of estimated accrued interest and penalties resulting from
such unrecognized tax benefits was $630 and $583, respectively, and is included in deferred income
taxes and other liabilities in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets. 

Balance at December 31, 2010
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year
Reductions due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations

Balance at December 31, 2011
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year
Reductions due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations

Balance at December 31, 2012
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year
Reductions due to lapse of applicable statute of limitations

Balance at December 31, 2013

$

1,889
542
(7)

2,424
416
(366)

2,474
673
(12)

$

3,135

8. SHARE-BASED COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT PLANS
Share-Based Compensation Plan
The 2001 Incentive Compensation Plan (the “2001 Plan”) provides for the award of a broad variety of
share-based compensation alternatives such as non-vested (restricted) stock, non-qualified stock options,
incentive stock options, performance awards, dividend equivalents, deferred stock and stock appreciation
rights at no less than 100% of the market price on the date the award is granted. To date, awards under
the 2001 Plan consist of non-qualified stock options and non-vested (restricted) stock. Under the 2001
Plan, we may grant awards for an aggregate of 4,000,000 shares of Common and Class B common
stock. A total of 1,987,912 shares of Common stock, net of cancellations, and 1,752,642 shares of
Class B common stock, net of cancellations, had been awarded under the 2001 Plan as of December 31,
2013. As of December 31, 2013, 259,446 shares of common stock were reserved for future grants
under the 2001 Plan. Options under the 2001 Plan vest over two to four years of service and have con-
tractual terms of five years. Awards of non-vested (restricted) stock, which are granted at no cost to the
employee, vest upon attainment of a certain age, generally the employee’s respective retirement age.
Vesting may be accelerated in certain circumstances prior to the original vesting date. 

The following is a summary of stock option activity under the 2001 Plan as of and for the year ended
December 31, 2013: 

Weighted-
Average
Exercise
Price

56.21
82.32
34.65
65.31
—

65.30

60.13

Options 

324,150
30,000
(79,450)
(7,000)
—

267,700

50,784

$

$

$

Weighted-
Average
Remaining
Contractual
Term
(in years)

Aggregate
Intrinsic
Value

2.65

2.12

$

$

8,234

1,824

Granted
Exercised
Forfeited
Expired

Options outstanding at December 31, 2013

Options exercisable at December 31, 2013

The following is a summary of non-vested (restricted) stock activity as of and for the year ended
December 31, 2013: 

Non-vested (restricted) stock outstanding at December 31, 2012
Granted
Forfeited

Non-vested (restricted) stock outstanding at December 31, 2013

Weighted-
Average
Grant Date
Fair Value 

38.75
80.21
68.36

40.70

Shares 

2,373,249
124,043
(10,000)

$

2,487,292

$

The weighted-average grant date fair value of non-vested (restricted) stock granted during 2013, 2012
and 2011 was $80.21, $69.66 and $63.87, respectively. The fair value of non-vested stock that vested
during 2011 was $672. No non-vested (restricted) stock vested during 2013 or 2012. 

During 2011, 2,527 shares of Common stock with an aggregate fair market value of $180 were withheld
as payment in lieu of cash to satisfy tax withholding obligations in connection with the vesting of non-
vested (restricted) stock.

Share-Based Compensation Fair Value Assumptions
The fair value of each stock option award is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes option
pricing valuation model based on the weighted-average assumptions noted in the table below. The fair
value of each stock option award, which is subject to graded vesting, is expensed, net of estimated forfei-
tures, on a straight-line basis over the requisite service period for each separately vesting portion of the
stock option. We use historical data to estimate stock option forfeitures. The expected term of stock
option awards granted represents the period of time that stock option awards granted are expected to be
outstanding and was calculated using the simplified method for plain vanilla options, which we believe
provides a reasonable estimate of expected life based on our historical data. The risk-free rate for periods
within the contractual life of the stock option award is based on the yield curve of a zero-coupon United
States Treasury bond on the date the stock option award is granted with a maturity equal to the expected
term of the stock option award. Expected volatility is based on historical volatility of our stock.

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The following table presents the weighted-average assumptions used for stock options granted:

Years Ended December 31,

Expected term in years
Risk-free interest rate
Expected volatility
Expected dividend yield
Grant date fair value

2013

2012

2011

4.25
0.82%
24.56%
2.20%

4.25
0.57%
31.40%
3.49%

4.25
1.12%
32.59%
3.48%

$13.33

$12.90

$12.31

Exercise of Stock Options
The total intrinsic value of stock options exercised during 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $2,753, $5,641
and $4,724, respectively. Cash received from Common stock issued as a result of stock options exercised
during 2013, 2012 and 2011 was $1,554, $3,790 and $4,530, respectively. During 2013 and 2012,
4,749 shares of Common stock with an aggregate fair market value of $450 and 29,987 shares of
Common stock with an aggregate fair market value of $2,229, respectively, were withheld as payment in
lieu of cash for stock option exercises and related tax withholdings. During 2013 and 2011, 13,227
shares of common stock with an aggregate fair market value of $1,227 and 7,616 shares of Common
stock with an aggregate fair market value of $437, respectively, were delivered as payment in lieu of cash
for stock option exercises and related tax withholdings. These shares were retired upon delivery. In con-
nection with stock option exercises, the tax benefits realized from share-based compensation plans totaled
$1,557, $1,245 and $916, for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. 

Share-Based Compensation Expense
The following table provides information on share-based compensation expense:

Years Ended December 31,

Stock options
Non-vested (restricted) stock

Share-based compensation expense

2013

884
9,083

9,967

$

$

2012

846
7,093

7,939

$

$

2011

612
6,051

6,663

$

$

At December 31, 2013, there was $848 of unrecognized pre-tax compensation expense related to stock
options granted under the 2001 Plan, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period
of approximately 1.6 years. The total fair value of stock options that vested during 2013, 2012 and
2011 was $822, $315 and $475, respectively.

At December 31, 2013, there was $72,870 of unrecognized pre-tax compensation expense related to
non-vested (restricted) stock, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted-average period of
approximately 9.7 years, of which, approximately $53,000 is related to awards granted to our Chief
Executive Officer, which vest in approximately nine years upon his attainment of age 82. In the event that
vesting is accelerated for any circumstance, as defined in the related agreements, the remaining unrecog-
nized share-based compensation expense would be immediately recognized as a charge to earnings with
a corresponding tax benefit. At December 31, 2013, we were obligated to issue 177,025 shares of non-
vested (restricted) stock in connection with incentive compensation agreements. 

Employee Stock Purchase Plan
The Watsco, Inc. Fourth Amended and Restated 1996 Qualified Employee Stock Purchase Plan (the
“ESPP”) provides for up to 1,500,000 shares of Common stock to be available for purchase by our full-
time employees with at least 90 days of service. The plan allows participating employees to purchase
shares of Common stock with a discount of 5% of the fair market value at specified times. During 2013,
2012 and 2011, employees purchased 5,844, 6,753 and 8,520 shares of Common stock at an average
price of $79.46, $68.76 and $59.44 per share, respectively. Cash dividends received by the ESPP were
reinvested in Common stock and resulted in the issuance of 1,899, 15,411 and 5,097 additional shares
during 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. We received net proceeds of $631, $1,522 and $829,

respectively, during 2013, 2012 and 2011, for shares of our Common stock issued under the ESPP. At
December 31, 2013, 525,152 shares remained available for purchase under the ESPP.

401(k) Plan
We have a profit sharing retirement plan for our employees that is qualified under Section 401(k) of the
Internal Revenue Code. Annual matching contributions are made based on a percentage of eligible
employee compensation deferrals. The contribution has historically been made with the issuance of
Common stock to the plan on behalf of our employees. For the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012
and 2011, we issued 22,551, 26,991 and 27,240 shares of Common stock to the plan representing the
Common stock discretionary matching contribution of $1,689, $1,772 and $1,718, respectively.

9. ACQUISITIONS
Carrier Enterprise I
Carrier Enterprise, LLC (“Carrier Enterprise I”) is a joint venture formed on July 1, 2009 with Carrier that
operates a network of locations primarily throughout the Sun Belt. From its inception until July 2, 2012,
we owned 60% of the joint venture and Carrier owned 40%. We had an option to purchase an additional
10% ownership interest in Carrier Enterprise I, which became exercisable on July 1, 2012. On July 2,
2012, we exercised this option and acquired an additional 10% ownership interest in Carrier Enterprise I
for cash consideration of $51,881. We have a second option to purchase an additional 10% interest in
Carrier Enterprise I, which becomes exercisable beginning on July 1, 2014.

Carrier Enterprise II
On April 29, 2011, we formed a second joint venture with Carrier to distribute Carrier, Bryant and Payne
branded residential, light-commercial and applied-commercial HVAC products and related parts and sup-
plies in the northeast U.S. Carrier contributed 28 of its company-operated northeastern locations to the
newly formed joint venture and we contributed 14 of our northeast locations. We purchased a 60% con-
trolling interest in the joint venture for a fair value of $49,229. Total consideration paid by us for our 60%
controlling interest in the joint venture was composed of cash consideration of $34,460 and our contribu-
tion of 14 northeastern locations valued at $14,769. 

The purchase price resulted in the recognition of $32,957 in goodwill and intangibles. The fair value of the
identified intangible assets was $20,600 and consisted of $13,400 in trade names and distribution rights
and $7,200 in customer relationships to be amortized over a 12 year period. The tax basis of the acquired
goodwill recognized is deductible for income tax purposes over 15 years. 

The purchase price allocation is based upon a purchase price of $49,229, which represents the fair value
of our 60% controlling interest in the joint venture. The table below presents the allocation of the total con-
sideration to tangible and intangible assets acquired, liabilities assumed and the noncontrolling interest
from the acquisition of our 60% controlling interest in the joint venture based on the respective fair values
as of April 29, 2011:

Cash
Accounts receivable
Inventories
Other current assets
Property and equipment
Goodwill
Intangibles
Other assets
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Noncontrolling interest

Total purchase price

$

5
24,300
39,003
773
4,402
12,357
20,600
202
(22,894)
(29,519)

$

49,229

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The fair value of the noncontrolling interest was determined by applying a pro-rata value of the total
invested capital adjusted for a discount for lack of control that market participants would consider when
estimating the fair value of the noncontrolling interest. As a result of our contribution of 14 locations to
the joint venture, $7,708 representing 40% of the carrying value of the contributed locations was attrib-
uted to the noncontrolling interest and $7,061 representing 40% of the difference between the fair value
and carrying value of the contributed locations, was recognized as an increase to paid-in capital.

On July 29, 2011, we acquired a 60% controlling interest in Carrier’s HVAC/R distribution operations in
Mexico for cash consideration of $9,000. Carrier’s company-operated Mexico distribution network had
revenues of approximately $75,000 in 2010 and operated from seven locations. Products sold include
Carrier’s complete product line of HVAC equipment and commercial refrigeration products and supplies
servicing both the residential and applied commercial markets. Collectively, the Northeast locations and
the Mexico operations are referred to as “Carrier Enterprise II.” Neither we nor Carrier has any options to
purchase additional ownership interests in Carrier Enterprise II.

Carrier Enterprise III
On April 27, 2012, we completed the formation of a joint venture with UTC Canada Corporation (“UTC
Canada”), an affiliate of Carrier, to distribute Carrier-manufactured HVAC products in Canada. The newly
formed joint venture, Carrier Enterprise Canada, L.P. (“Carrier Enterprise III”), operates 35 locations
throughout Canada. We have a 60% controlling interest in Carrier Enterprise III and Carrier has a 40%
noncontrolling interest. Total consideration paid by us for our 60% controlling interest in Carrier Enterprise
III comprised cash consideration of $80,489 and the issuance to UTC Canada of 1,250,000 shares of
Common stock, having a fair value of $93,250. Neither we nor UTC Canada has any options to purchase
additional ownership interests in Carrier Enterprise III. 

The purchase price for Carrier Enterprise III resulted in the recognition of $216,463 in goodwill and intan-
gibles. The fair value of the identified intangible assets was $151,172 and consisted of $95,515 in trade
names and distribution rights and $55,657 in customer relationships to be amortized over a 15 year
period. For Canadian income tax purposes, 75% of the tax basis of the acquired goodwill is amortized at a
rate of 7% annually on a declining balance basis. 

The purchase price allocation is based upon a purchase price of $173,739, which represents the fair value
of our 60% controlling interest in Carrier Enterprise III. The table below presents the allocation of the total
consideration to tangible and intangible assets acquired, liabilities assumed and the noncontrolling interest
from the acquisition of our 60% controlling interest in Carrier Enterprise III based on the respective fair val-
ues as of April 27, 2012:

Cash
Accounts receivable
Inventories
Other current assets
Property and equipment
Goodwill
Intangible assets
Other assets
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Noncontrolling interest

Total purchase price

$

10
46,718
55,024
481
2,517
65,291 
151,172 
978
(44,208)
(104,244)

$

173,739

The fair value of the noncontrolling interest was determined by applying a pro-rata value of the total
invested capital adjusted for a discount for lack of control that market participants would consider when
estimating the fair value of the noncontrolling interest. 

The unaudited pro forma financial information, combining our results of operations with the operations of
Carrier Enterprise II and Carrier Enterprise III as if the joint ventures had been formed on January 1,
2011, is as follows:

Years Ended December 31,

Revenues

Net income
Less: net income attributable to noncontrolling interest

Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc.

Diluted earnings per share for Common and Class B common stock

2012

2011

$ 3,526,621

$ 3,404,381

156,728
54,153

102,575

2.64

159,147
60,380

98,767

2.89

$

$

$

$

The foregoing unaudited pro forma financial information is presented for informational purposes only. The
unaudited pro forma financial information from the beginning of the periods presented until the respective
acquisition dates of the above-described Canadian, Northeast United States and Mexican operations
includes adjustments to record income taxes related to our portion of Carrier Enterprise II and Carrier
Enterprise III’s income, amortization related to identified intangible assets with finite lives and interest
expense on borrowings incurred to acquire our 60% controlling interests. This unaudited pro forma finan-
cial information does not include adjustments to add or remove certain corporate expenses of Carrier
Enterprise II and Carrier Enterprise III, which may or may not be incurred in future periods, or adjustments
for depreciation or synergies that may be realized subsequent to the acquisition dates. This unaudited pro
forma financial information does not necessarily reflect our future results of operations or what the results
of operations would have been had we acquired our 60% controlling interest in and operated Carrier
Enterprise II and Carrier Enterprise III as of the beginning of the periods presented.

The results of operations of these acquired locations have been included in the consolidated financial state-
ments from their respective dates of acquisition.

Transaction costs
Approximately $1,200 of transaction costs is included in selling, general and administrative expenses in
our consolidated statements of income for both the years ended December 31, 2012 and 2011, primarily
associated with the closing and transition of Carrier Enterprise III and Carrier Enterprise II, respectively.

10. GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill are as follows: 

Balance at December 31, 2011
Acquired goodwill
Foreign currency translation adjustment

Balance at December 31, 2012
Foreign currency translation adjustment

Balance at December 31, 2013

$

319,440
77,829
(7)

397,262
(4,652)

$

392,610

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Other intangible assets are comprised of the following: 

December 31,

Indefinite lived intangible assets -

Trade names, trademarks and distribution rights

Finite lived intangible assets: 
Customer relationships
Trade name
Non-compete agreements
Accumulated amortization

Finite lived intangible assets, net

Estimated
Useful Lives

2013

2012

10-15 years
10 years
7 years

$

138,599

$

144,683

80,865
1,150
369
(17,140)

84,410
1,150
369
(11,111)

65,244

74,818

$

203,843

$

219,501

Amortization expense related to finite lived intangible assets included in selling, general and administra-
tive expenses for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, was $6,029, $4,925 and
$2,361, respectively. Amortization of finite lived intangible assets for 2014 through 2018 is expected to
be approximately $5,900 per year. 

11. SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY
Common Stock
Common stock and Class B common stock share equally in earnings and are identical in most other
respects except (i) Common stock is entitled to one vote on most matters and each share of Class B com-
mon stock is entitled to ten votes; (ii) shareholders of Common stock are entitled to elect 25% of the
Board of Directors (rounded up to the nearest whole number) and Class B shareholders are entitled to
elect the balance of the Board of Directors; (iii) cash dividends may be paid on Common stock without
paying a cash dividend on Class B common stock and no cash dividend may be paid on Class B common
stock unless at least an equal cash dividend is paid on Common stock and (iv) Class B common stock is
convertible at any time into Common stock on a one-for-one basis at the option of the shareholder. 

Preferred Stock
We are authorized to issue preferred stock with such designation, rights and preferences as may be deter-
mined from time to time by our Board of Directors. Accordingly, the Board of Directors is empowered,
without shareholder approval, to issue preferred stock with dividend, liquidation, conversion, voting or
other rights which could adversely affect the voting power or other rights of the holders of our Common
stock and Class B common stock and, in certain instances, could adversely affect the market price of this
stock. We had no preferred stock outstanding at December 31, 2013 and 2012.

Stock Repurchase Plan
In September 1999, our Board of Directors authorized the repurchase, at management’s discretion, of up
to 7,500,000 shares of common stock in the open market or via private transactions. Shares repurchased
under the program are accounted for using the cost method and result in a reduction of shareholders’
equity. No shares were repurchased during 2013, 2012 or 2011. In aggregate, 6,322,650 shares of
Common stock and 48,263 shares of Class B common stock have been repurchased at a cost of
$114,425 since the inception of the program. At December 31, 2013, there were 1,129,087 shares
remaining authorized for repurchase under the program.

12. FINANCIAL INSTRUMENTS
Recorded Financial Instruments
Recorded financial instruments consist of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts
payable, the current portion of long-term obligations, borrowings under our revolving credit agreement and
debt instruments included in other long-term obligations. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, the fair val-
ues of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable and the current portion of long-
term obligations approximated their carrying values due to the short-term nature of these instruments. 

The fair values of variable rate borrowings under our revolving credit agreement and debt instruments
included in long-term obligations also approximate their carrying value based upon interest rates available
for similar instruments with consistent terms and remaining maturities. 

Derivative Financial Instruments
We routinely use certain derivatives instruments to hedge foreign currency exposure. Although these deriv-
atives were not designated as hedges and/or did not qualify for hedge accounting, they were effective eco-
nomic hedges for the periods presented. The changes in fair value of economic hedges are recognized in
earnings. During 2013 and 2012, we entered into foreign currency forward contracts to offset the earn-
ings impact that foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations would otherwise have had on certain mone-
tary liabilities that are denominated in nonfunctional currencies. The changes in fair value of these foreign
currency forward contracts were a gain (loss) of $315 and $(197) for 2013 and 2012, respectively, and
are included in selling, general and administrative expenses in our consolidated statements of income.
The total notional value of our foreign currency exchange contracts as of December 31, 2013 was
$26,000, and such contracts have varying terms expiring through March 2014. See Note 13.

We were party to an interest rate swap agreement with a notional amount of $10,000 that matured in
October 2011 and had been designated as a cash flow hedge. The swap effectively exchanged the vari-
able rate of 30-day LIBOR to a fixed interest rate of 5.07%. For the year ended December 31, 2011, the
hedging relationship was determined to be highly effective in achieving offsetting changes in cash flows.
The net change in other comprehensive loss during 2011 reflected the reclassification of $244, net of
income tax benefit of $155, of unrealized losses from accumulated other comprehensive loss to current
period earnings (recorded in interest expense, net in the consolidated statement of income).

Off-Balance Sheet Financial Instruments
AAt December 31, 2013 and 2012, we were contingently liable under standby letters of credit aggregat-
ing $2,681 and $3,098, respectively, which are primarily used as collateral to cover any contingency
related to additional risk assessments pertaining to our self-insurance programs. Additionally, at
December 31, 2013 and 2012, we were contingently liable under various performance bonds aggregat-
ing approximately $800 and $300, respectively, which are used as collateral to cover any contingencies
related to our nonperformance under agreements with certain customers. We do not expect that any
material losses or obligation will result from the issuance of the standby letters of credit or performance
bonds because we expect to meet our obligations under our self-insurance programs and to certain cus-
tomers in the ordinary course of business. Accordingly, the estimated fair value of these instruments is zero.

Concentrations of Credit Risk
Financial instruments which potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk consist principally of
accounts receivable. Concentrations of credit risk are limited due to the large number of customers com-
prising the customer base and their dispersion across many different geographical regions. We also have
access to credit insurance programs which are used as an additional means to mitigate credit risk. 

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13. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS

The following tables present our assets and liabilities carried at fair value that are measured on a recurring
basis:

Balance Sheet Location

Total                 Level 1                Level 2               Level 3

Fair Value Measurements
at December 31, 2013 Using

Assets:

Available-for-sale securities
Derivative financial instruments

Other assets
Other current assets

$265
$118

$265
—

—
$118

—
—

Balance Sheet Location

Total                 Level 1                Level 2               Level 3

Fair Value Measurements
at December 31, 2012 Using

Assets:

Available-for-sale securities

Other assets

$226

$226

—

Liabilities:

Derivative financial instruments

Accrued expenses and
other current liabilities

$197

—

$197

—

—

The following is a description of the valuation techniques used for these assets and liabilities, as well as
the level of input used to measure fair value:

Available-for-sale securities – the investments are exchange-traded equity securities. Fair values for these
investments are based on closing stock prices from active markets and are therefore classified within
Level 1 of the fair value hierarchy. 

Derivative financial instruments – the derivatives are foreign currency forward contracts. Fair value is
based on observable market inputs, such as forward rates in active markets; therefore, we classify the
derivatives within Level 2 of the valuation hierarchy.

There were no transfers in or out of Level 1 and Level 2 during 2013 or 2012.

14. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
Litigation, Claims and Assessments
We are involved in litigation incidental to the operation of our business. We vigorously defend all matters
in which we or our subsidiaries are named defendants and, for insurable losses, maintain significant lev-
els of insurance to protect against adverse judgments, claims or assessments that may affect us. Although
the adequacy of existing insurance coverage and the outcome of any legal proceedings cannot be pre-
dicted with certainty, based on the current information available, we do not believe the ultimate liability
associated with any known claims or litigation will have a material adverse effect on our financial condi-
tion or results of operations.

Self-Insurance
Self-insurance reserves are maintained relative to company-wide casualty insurance and health benefit
programs. The level of exposure from catastrophic events is limited by the purchase of stop-loss and
aggregate liability reinsurance coverage. When estimating the self-insurance liabilities and related
reserves, management considers a number of factors, which include historical claims experience, demo-
graphic factors, severity factors and valuations provided by independent third-party actuaries.
Management reviews its assumptions with its independent third-party actuaries to evaluate whether the
self-insurance reserves are adequate. If actual claims or adverse development of loss reserves occur and
exceed these estimates, additional reserves may be required. Reserves in the amounts of $5,582 and
$4,844 at December 31, 2013 and 2012, respectively, were established related to such programs and
are included in accrued expenses and other current liabilities in our consolidated balance sheets.

Variable Interest Entity
As of December 31, 2013, in conjunction with our casualty insurance programs, limited equity interests
are held in a captive insurance entity. The programs permit us to self-insure a portion of losses, to gain
access to a wide array of safety-related services, to pool insurance risks and resources in order to obtain
more competitive pricing for administration and reinsurance and to limit risk of loss in any particular year.
The entity meets the definition of Variable Interest Entity (“VIE”); however, we do not meet the require-
ments to include this entity in the consolidated financial statements. The maximum exposure to loss
related to our involvement with this entity is limited to approximately $4,400. See “Self-Insurance” above
for further information on commitments associated with the insurance programs and Note 12, under the
caption “Off-Balance Sheet Financial Instruments,” for further information on standby letters of credit. At
December 31, 2013, there were no other entities that met the definition of a VIE.  

Operating Leases 
We are obligated under various non-cancelable operating lease agreements for real property, equipment,
vehicles and a corporate aircraft used in our operations with varying terms through 2023. We are com-
mitted to pay a portion of the actual operating expenses under certain of these lease agreements. These
operating expenses are not included in the table below. Some of these arrangements have free or escalat-
ing rent payment provisions. We recognize rent expense under such arrangements on a straight-line basis
over the lease term. 

At December 31, 2013, future minimum payments under non-cancelable operating leases over each of
the next five years and thereafter were as follows:

2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
Thereafter

Total minimum payments

$

64,967
54,508
43,322
28,356
14,006
8,388

$

213,547

Rental expense for the years ended December 31, 2013, 2012 and 2011, was $79,585, $76,547 and
$70,933, respectively.

Purchase Obligations 
At December 31, 2013, we were obligated under various non-cancelable purchase orders for goods
aggregating approximately $7,500, of which Carrier and its affiliates accounted for approximately
$5,600. 

15. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
Purchases from Carrier and its affiliates comprised 59%, 57% and 54% of all inventory purchases made
during 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively. At December 31, 2013 and 2012, approximately $53,000
and $62,000, respectively, was payable to Carrier and its affiliates, net of receivables. Our joint ventures
with Carrier also sell HVAC products to Carrier and its affiliates. Revenues in our consolidated statements
of income for 2013, 2012 and 2011 include $30,819, $32,961 and $23,710, respectively, of sales to
Carrier and its affiliates. We believe these transactions are conducted at arm’s-length in the ordinary
course of business.

Carrier Enterprise II entered into Transactional Services Agreements (“TSAs”) with Carrier, pursuant to
which Carrier performed certain business processes on its behalf, including processes involving the use of
certain information technologies. The services provided by Carrier pursuant to the TSAs terminated on
April 30, 2012. The fees related to these TSAs were $1,798 and $1,139, respectively, for 2012 and
2011, and are included in selling, general and administrative expenses in our consolidated statements of
income. At December 31, 2012, $25 related to these TSAs was payable to Carrier and was included in

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SELECTED QUARTERLY FINANCIAL DATA (UNAUDITED)

(In thousands, except per share data)

Year Ended December 31, 2013
Revenues (1)
Gross profit
Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc.

Earnings per share for Common  
and Class B common stock (2):

Basic

Diluted

Year Ended December 31, 2012
Revenues (1)
Gross profit
Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc.

Earnings per share for Common

and Class B common stock (2)(3):

Basic

Diluted

1st
Quarter 

2nd
Quarter 

3rd
Quarter

4th
Quarter

Total

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

713,633
175,446
13,385

$ 1,120,452
266,680
51,318

$

$ 1,081,893
258,597
45,699

$

0.39

0.39

$

$

1.48

1.48

$

$

1.32

1.32

633,512
150,622
8,466

$ 1,011,801
238,475
39,103

$

$ 1,020,859
242,505
41,005

$

0.23

0.23

$

$

1.15

1.15

$

$

1.19

1.19

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

$

827,352
198,530
17,321

$ 3,743,330
899,253
127,723

$

0.50

0.50

$

$

3.69

3.68

765,540
182,793
14,760

$ 3,431,712
814,395
103,334

$

0.04

0.04

$

$

2.70

2.70

(1)  Sales of residential central air conditioners, heating equipment and parts and supplies are seasonal. Demand related to the residential
central air conditioning replacement market is typically highest in the second and third quarters and demand for heating equipment is
usually highest in the fourth quarter. Demand related to the new construction sectors throughout most of the markets is fairly consis-
tent during the year, except for dependence on housing completions and related weather and economic conditions. 

(2)  Quarterly and year-to-date earnings per share are calculated on an individual basis; therefore, the sum of earnings per share amounts

for the quarters may not equal earnings per share amounts for the year.

(3)  On October 31, 2012, we paid a special dividend of $5.00 per share of Common and Class B common stock that resulted in a $0.37
per share and $0.33 per share reduction in diluted earnings per share for the quarter and year ended December 31, 2012, respec-
tively. 

accrued expenses and other current liabilities in our consolidated balance sheet. Amounts outstanding
were repaid in 2013 and no further services are required under the TSAs for Carrier Enterprise II.

Carrier Enterprise III entered into TSAs with UTC Canada, pursuant to which UTC Canada performed cer-
tain business processes on behalf of Carrier Enterprise III, including processes involving the use of certain
information technologies, and UTC Canada entered into TSAs with Carrier Enterprise III, pursuant to
which Carrier Enterprise III performed certain business processes on behalf of UTC Canada. The services
provided pursuant to the TSAs terminated on December 31, 2012. The fees payable by Carrier Enterprise
III to UTC Canada under one TSA were substantially offset by the fees payable to Carrier Enterprise III by
UTC Canada under the other TSA.

At December 31, 2012, $29,637 was payable to Carrier and UTC Canada for unpaid distributions
declared to the noncontrolling interest. This amount was paid to Carrier and UTC Canada in February
2013. No amounts were outstanding at December 31, 2013. 

16. INFORMATION ABOUT GEOGRAPHIC AREAS
Our operations are primarily within the United States and Puerto Rico. Products are sold on an export-
only basis to portions of Latin America and the Caribbean Basin. The following tables set forth revenues
and long-lived assets by geographical area: 

Years Ended December 31,

2013

2012

2011

Revenues:

United States
Canada
Mexico

Total Revenues

December 31,

Long Lived Assets:
United States
Canada
Mexico

Total Long-Lived Assets

$ 3,325,114
318,165
100,051

$ 3,087,256
240,254
104,202

$ 2,938,907
—
38,852

$ 3,743,330

$ 3,431,712

$ 2,977,759

2013

2012

$

429,202
207,340
5,329

$

429,153
225,076
5,376

$

641,871

$

659,605

Revenues are attributed to countries based on the location of the store from which the sale occurred.
Long-lived assets consist of property and equipment, goodwill and intangible assets.

17. SUPPLEMENTAL CASH FLOW INFORMATION
Supplemental cash flow information was as follows:

Years Ended December 31,

2013

2012

2011

Interest paid
Income taxes net of refunds
Common stock issued for Carrier Enterprise III
Net assets of locations contributed to Carrier Enterprise II

$
$
$
$

5,334
73,168

$
$
— $
— $

2,802
46,819
93,250

$
$
$
— $

1,854
45,137
—
14,769

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INFORMATION ON COMMON STOCK (UNAUDITED)
Our Common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (“NYSE”) and the Professional Segment of
NYSE Euronext in Paris under the ticker symbol WSO. Effective February 1, 2013, the listing of our Class
B common stock transferred from the NYSE MKT to the NYSE, on which it trades under the ticker symbol
WSOB. The following table presents the high and low prices of our Common stock and Class B common
stock, as reported by the NYSE, and, with respect to our Class B common stock for the year ended
December 31, 2012, the NYSE MKT. Also presented below are dividends paid per share for each quarter
during the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012. At February 21, 2014, there were 243 Common
stock registered shareholders and 96 Class B common stock registered shareholders.

SHAREHOLDER RETURN PERFORMANCE (UNAUDITED)
The following graph compares the cumulative five-year total return attained by holders of our Common
stock and Class B common stock relative to the cumulative total returns of the NYSE MKT Composite
index, the S&P MidCap 400 index and a customized peer group of companies, which are:  Beacon
Roofing Supply, Inc., Lennox International Inc., Pool Corp and WESCO International, Inc. An investment
of $100 (with reinvestment of all dividends) is assumed to have been made in our common stock, in
each index and in the peer group on December 31, 2008 and its relative performance is tracked through
December 31, 2013.

Common 

Class B Common

Cash Dividend

High

Low 

High 

Low 

Common 

Class B 

COMPARISON OF 5-YEAR CUMULATIVE TOTAL RETURN*
Among Watsco, Inc., the NYSE MKT Composite Index, the S&P MidCap 400 Index and a Peer Group

Year Ended December 31, 2013:

First quarter
Second quarter
Third quarter
Fourth quarter

Year Ended December 31, 2012:

First quarter
Second quarter
Third quarter
Fourth quarter

$

$

$

$

84.25
89.16
95.39
97.47

74.97
74.60
79.22
80.12

$

$

74.13
77.72
85.58
91.73

66.22
66.39
66.40
67.52

$

$

84.38
89.48
96.00
97.15

74.00
74.00
79.00
80.00

$

$

74.50
78.19
85.59
92.72

67.00
67.50
66.05
67.41

$

$

0.25
0.25
0.25
0.40

0.62
0.62
0.62
5.62

0.25
0.25
0.25
0.40

0.62
0.62
0.62
5.62

$350

$300

$250

$200

$150

$100

$50

$0

12/08

12/09

12/010

12/11

12/12

12/13

Watsco, Inc.

Watsco, Inc. Class B

NYSE MKT Composite

S&P MidCap 400

Peer Group

*$100 invested on 12/31/08 in stock or index, including reinvestment of dividends.
Fiscal year ending December 31. 

Copyright© 2014 S&P, a division of The McGraw-Hill Companies Inc. All rights reserved.

Watsco, Inc.
Watsco, Inc. Class B
NYSE MKT Composite
S&P MidCap 400
Peer Group

12/08

12/09 

12/10 

12/11 

12/12 

12/13

100.00
100.00
100.00
100.00
100.00

133.29
135.26
135.53
137.38
122.44

177.97
180.94
175.07
173.98
168.33

191.77
194.48
179.96
170.96
164.20

242.73
241.23
190.69
201.53
237.46

315.48
317.00
200.56
269.04
337.01

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5-YEAR SUMMARY OF SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA
The following selected consolidated financial data should be read in conjunction with the consolidated
financial statements, including the notes thereto, included under Item 8 of Part II, “Financial Statements
and Supplementary Data,” and the information contained in Item 7 of Part II, “Management’s Discussion
and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” of this Annual Report on Form 10-K for
the year ended December 31, 2013.

Corporate & Shareholder Information

CORPORATE OFFICE

Watsco, Inc. 2665 South Bayshore Drive, Suite 901  Miami, FL 33133
Telephone: (305) 714-4100, Fax: (305) 858-4492, E-mail: info@watsco.com

(In thousands, except per share data)

2013 

2012 (1) 

2011

2010 

2009

EXECUTIVE OFFICERS

FOR THE YEAR
Revenues
Gross profit
Operating income
Net income
Less: net income attributable to

noncontrolling interest

Net income attributable to Watsco, Inc.

Diluted earnings per share for Common and

Class B common stock

Cash dividends declared and paid per share:

Common stock
Class B common stock

Weighted-average Common and 

Class B common shares - Diluted

AT YEAR END
Total assets
Total long-term obligations
Total shareholders’ equity
Number of employees

$ 3,743,330
899,253
271,209
187,719

$ 3,431,712
814,395
224,908
157,601

$ 2,977,759
728,294
199,050
137,742

$ 2,844,595
673,241
165,572
111,722

$ 2,001,815
480,832
81,060
51,573

59,996

127,723

3.68

1.15
1.15

$

$

$
$

54,267

103,334

2.70

7.48
7.48

$

$

$
$

$

$

$
$

47,292

90,450

2.74

2.23
2.23

$

$

$
$

30,962

80,760

2.49

2.04
2.04

$

$

$
$

8,259

43,314

1.40

1.89
1.89

32,258

31,744

30,753

30,579

28,521

Albert H. Nahmad President & Chief Executive Officer
Barry S. Logan Senior Vice President & Secretary
Ana M. Menendez Chief Financial Officer & Treasurer
Aaron J. Nahmad Vice President of Strategy & Innovation

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Albert H. Nahmad (3) Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive Officer
Cesar L. Alvarez (3) Co-Chairman, Greenberg Traurig, P.A.
David C. Darnell Co-Chief Operating Officer, Bank of America
Denise Dickins (1) Associate Professor of Accounting and Auditing, East Carolina University
Steven R. Fedrizzi President and Chief Executive Officer, U.S. Green Building Council
Barry S. Logan Senior Vice President & Secretary
Paul F. Manley (1,2) Retired Executive Director, Holland & Knight
Bob L. Moss (1, 2, 3) President, Bob L. Moss & Associates, Inc.
Aaron J. Nahmad (3) Vice President of Strategy & Innovation

(1) Audit Committee    (2) Compensation Committee    (3) Nominating & Strategy Committee

$ 1,669,531
$
230,557
$ 1,127,392
4,800

$ 1,682,055
$
316,196
$ 1,022,040
4,600

$ 1,268,148
$
$ 1,001,710
4,300

— $
$

$ 1,237,227
10,016
928,896
4,000

$ 1,160,613
13,429
$
894,808
$
4,100

STOCK INFORMATION

Common stock: New York Stock Exchange and the Professional Segment of the NYSE Euronext in Paris.
Ticker Symbol: WSO
Class B common stock: New York Stock Exchange. Ticker Symbol: WSOB

(1)  On October 31, 2012, we paid a special dividend of $5.00 per share of Common and Class B common stock that resulted in a $0.33

per share reduction in diluted earnings per share. 

TRANSFER AGENT AND REGISTRAR

For address changes, dividend checks, account consolidation, registration changes, lost stock 
certificates and other shareholder inquiries, please contact:

American Stock Transfer & Trust Company 59 Maiden Lane, Plaza Level, New York, NY 10038
Toll-Free: (800) 937-5449, Internet Site: www.amstock.com

PUBLICATIONS

Our Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q are available free of charge upon
request to our corporate office.

INTERNET SITES

Our website at www.watsco.com offers information about Watsco including our most recent quarterly
results and news releases.

Also, visit www.acdoctor.com to get information on energy efficiency and indoor air quality, compare
HVAC systems, find a licensed contractor and search for available rebates.

INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM

KPMG LLP 200 South Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 2000  Miami, FL 33131

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