One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning - Franchise
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At One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, we’ve helped newcomers to the HVAC industry start successful businesses. With our approach to opening new locations, you don’t have to worry about the level of experience you have in the HVAC industry. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
Business Cost, Fees & Facts for 2026
| Minimum Cash Required | $250,000 | |
| Year Founded | 2003 | |
| # of Existing Units | 411 | |
| Training & Support | Yes | |
| Military/Veteran Promotion | Yes |
Available In These States:
- AK
- AL
- AR
- AZ
- CA
- CO
- CT
- DC
- DE
- FL
- GA
- HI
- IA
- ID
- IL
- IN
- KS
- KY
- LA
- MA
- MD
- ME
- MI
- MN
- MO
- MS
- MT
- NC
- ND
- NE
- NH
- NJ
- NM
- NV
- NY
- OH
- OK
- OR
- PA
- RI
- SC
- SD
- TN
- TX
- UT
- VA
- VT
- WI
- WV
- WY
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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning - Franchise
Why One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning?
At One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning, we’ve helped newcomers to the HVAC industry start successful businesses. With our approach to opening new locations, you don’t have to worry about the level of experience you have in the HVAC industry. Whether you’re an HVAC technician looking to start your first company or have never worked on an air conditioner in your life, we’re ready to help you get started with the right training and support!
We’re focused on helping our franchise owners receive the training they need and obtaining the tools required for success, no matter how much experience they have. Your success is our success, and we can’t wait to show you how we’ll help you obtain it!
- Brand Recognition: Give your new business the advantage of a nationally-recognized brand
- On-Demand Training: Online & on-site training keeps you and your employees on the cutting edge
- Technology: Take the guesswork out of running your business with our trade-specific business management software with mobile integration
- Peer-to-Peer Networking: Gives you tips to build customer loyalty and increase sales opportunities through various “best practices” sharing
- Purchasing Power: Manufacturer rebates, discounts and private label options that can add to your bottom line (Available through our affiliate BuyMax LLC)
- Marketing: One-on-one assistance from experienced field marketers helps maximize your local market presence and stretch your advertising dollars
- Call Center Support: 24/7/365 optional call center services available
- Business Coaching: One-on-one assistance from experienced trades professionals who make on-site visits
- Future Options: Helps you with exit strategies to define the true value of your business on retirement, or as a legacy for your heir
Why Should You Consider One Hour?
- Category Leader for Franchise 500: Choose the best! One Hour is honored to be ranked #1 in our category for Entrepreneur's 2024 Franchise 500, a testament to our commitment to excellence.
- No HVAC Experience Required: We provide comprehensive training and support, meaning One Hour franchise owners can come from any background or industry.
- National Brand Recognition: As the largest HVAC brand in America, One Hour offers unparalleled brand recognition across the nation, providing your candidates with a distinct competitive advantage.
- Excellent Brand Validators: One Hour validates extremely well. Many of our owners are not from the HVAC industry, providing a relatable point of view.
- Low Investment: One Hour makes franchising accessible with an investment range of $128,954 to $223,738 for a start-up franchise.
- Potential for High Returns: For the 2022 calendar year, average gross revenue system wide was $4,979,529, according to Item 19 of our 2023 Franchise Disclosure Document ("FDD").
- Exclusive Franchise Discounts: At One Hour, we believe in inclusivity and support. We offer exclusive franchise discounts for veterans, women, and minority-owned businesses
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