Join A Trusted Name In HVAC With One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning

When a home’s heating or air conditioning system fails, the need for service is immediate — and often urgent. That urgency, combined with the rising demand for trusted home service providers, makes now an ideal time to invest in a One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning franchise.

Today, One Hour is focused primarily on residential HVAC — no distractions, no commercial detours. With strong territory availability, essential service demand and a trusted national reputation, One Hour is a recession-resistant franchise opportunity built for growth.

A Brand Built on Reliability

The biggest complaint in the trades? No-shows and late arrivals. One Hour solves that with a core promise: technicians arrive on time and ready to complete the job in full. That means no delays, no repeat visits for parts, and no excuses. The brand even offers a punctuality guarantee to back it up.

Franchisee Buying Power Through BuyMax

One Hour franchisees benefit from Authority Brands’ in-house purchasing platform, BuyMax, which secures national discounts, rebates and exclusive private-label products. That allows franchisees to offer competitive, tiered pricing while maximizing margins — and giving customers real options based on their needs and budgets.

Systems That Support Scale

Whether running a single territory or operating alongside sister brands like Mister Sparky or Benjamin Franklin Plumbing, One Hour franchisees are backed by operational playbooks, training programs and scheduling tools designed for scale. The infrastructure makes it easier to deliver consistent results while preparing owners to grow responsibly in their markets.

You don’t need to be an HVAC technician to own a One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning franchise. Most franchise owners come from outside the trades.

“We’re looking for strong leaders who know how to build teams and drive accountability,” said David Montanez, Vice President of Franchise Development at Authority Brands. “This is a business that rewards operational focus and business acumen, not technical expertise.”

Franchisees are expected to be hands-on in the early stages, learning the systems, hiring the right people, and establishing a performance-driven culture. As the business matures and the team gains traction, owners may find greater flexibility in their day-to-day involvement.

“You start by being deeply involved, working your 40 hours and leading from the front,” Montanez said. “As your systems and people grow stronger, your time commitment can evolve. But that freedom is earned through consistency and execution.”

The initial investment typically ranges from $84,570 to $204,824 to convert an existing HVAC business or $143,273 to $286,702 to start a location from scratch. This includes considerations for branded service vehicles, startup tools, equipment, onboarding support and access to Authority Brands’ coaching network and Success Academy training platform.

Franchisees are drawn to One Hour because it solves a real problem in a real way. The need for HVAC service is constant, and the competition, especially among independent providers, can be inconsistent. One Hour brings structure, professionalism and trust to an industry that homeowners rely on every day.

The brand’s Franchise Disclosure Document includes a full Item 19, offering prospective owners clear insight into financial performance. “The numbers are very straightforward and strong,” Montanez said.

With a trusted name, streamlined systems, and essential services that people can’t live without, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning offers franchisees a scalable, durable business opportunity, and one that’s built to serve and built to last.