2003
411
$43,000
$43,000
$286,702
No
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is a leading residential HVAC franchise and part of the respected Authority Brands family. With a trusted name and decades of industry experience, One Hour offers franchisees a powerful opportunity in the essential home services sector. Whether it’s heating, cooling, repairs, or installations, customers turn to One Hour for fast, reliable service—backed by a nationally recognized brand.
Franchisees benefit from a proven business model, built-in marketing systems, and unmatched support to launch and scale their HVAC business. No prior HVAC experience is needed—just the drive to own a recession-resistant business that keeps homes comfortable year-round.
Established: 2003
First Unit Franchised: 2003
Franchised Units: 411
Company Owned Units: 28
States Registered In: We are currently sold out in Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Hawaii, Maryland, and Rhode Island.
Canada Franchises: No
International Franchises: No
Financial Assistance Provided: Yes (Financing of initial franchise fee.)
Site Selection Assistance: Yes
Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Recruiting Assistance: Yes
Cooperative Advertising: Yes
Training:
Initial training during on boarding along with continuous training throughout the year for all staff. See video above regarding Success Academy.
Typical Day of a Franchise Owner:
The primary responsibilities of the franchise owner include: Staffing and management, financial planning and strategy, managing daily operations, overseeing sales and marketing, customer service, and community involvement.
Our Ideal Franchise Owner:
Many would be surprised to hear that industry experience is not the highest indicator of success for One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning franchise owners. Instead, we find that a passion for personal and professional growth is what will drive an owner to exceed their own goals.
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is looking for the following skills and characteristics in our Franchise Owners:
Cash Investment: $43,000
Total Investment: $143,273 - $286,702
Minimum Net Worth: $150,000
Franchise Fee: $43,000
Royalty: 6%
Ad: 1.5%
Item 19: Yes
Average Number of Employees: 3-5
Visa Candidates: Yes
Passive Ownership: Yes
Home-Based: No
B2B: No
Master Franchise Opportunities: No
Veteran Discount: Yes
