One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning Franchise FDD, Costs & Fees (2026)
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning provides HVAC services, ensuring efficient heating, cooling, and indoor air quality solutions for homes and businesses.
KEY FRANCHISE STATS
Franchisees
?
411
+
17%
17%
Franchise fee
?
$43,000
Investment
?
$143,000 - $287,000
Revenue (AUV)
?
Undisclosed
$791,000
+
-42.8%
-42.8%
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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is a prominent name in the HVAC industry, delivering residential and light commercial heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services.
Established in 1999 and headquartered in Columbia, Maryland, the company expanded into franchising in 2003. Its service offerings span maintenance, repair work, system replacements, and indoor air quality improvements.
What sets One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning apart is its renowned “Always On Time… Or You Don’t Pay A Dime!”® promise, highlighting a strong commitment to punctuality and exceptional customer service.
Initial investment
The initial investment required for a One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning franchise is
$143,000 - $287,000.
That is the total cost you would need to finance if you were to start this franchise.
These costs are provided by the franchisor in the Franchise Disclosure Document.
Type of Expenditure
Amount
Franchise Fee
$43,000
Grand Opening Marketing
$0 – $6,000
Rent/Lease of Real Estate
$3,090 – $9,270
Leasehold Improvements
$1,030 – $4,120
Computer, Technology Systems, and Software
$1,854 – $4,120
Office Furniture and Equipment
$1,545 – $4,120
Machinery, Tools and Equipment
$3,090 – $10,300
Vehicles
$8,240 – $15,450
Vehicle Upfitting
$0 – $5,150
Signage for Vehicles
$0 – $8,240
Office Signage
$1,030 – $5,150
Travel Expenses for Initial Training
$2,575 – $5,150
Initial Vehicle Inventory
$2,575 – $8,240
Insurance
$4,120 – $8,240
Start-up Supplies
$2,575 – $5,150
Professional Fees and Licensing
$4,635 – $20,600
Vehicle Registration Fees
$2,266 – $4,532
Decals for Consumer Units
$309 – $515
Telephone Services
$309 – $515
Personal Tools for Technicians
$1,030 – $3,090
Full Time General Manager / Operations Manager
$0 – $25,750
Additional Funds – 3 months
$60,000 – $90,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment
$143,273 – $286,702
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Type of Expenditure
Amount
Franchise Fee
$43,000
Grand Opening Marketing
$0 – $6,000
Rent/Lease of Real Estate
$3,090 – $9,270
Leasehold Improvements
$1,030 – $4,120
Computer, Technology Systems, and Software
$1,854 – $4,120
Office Furniture and Equipment
$1,545 – $4,120
Machinery, Tools and Equipment
$3,090 – $10,300
Vehicles
$8,240 – $15,450
Vehicle Upfitting
$0 – $5,150
Signage for Vehicles
$0 – $8,240
Office Signage
$1,030 – $5,150
Travel Expenses for Initial Training
$2,575 – $5,150
Initial Vehicle Inventory
$2,575 – $8,240
Insurance
$4,120 – $8,240
Start-up Supplies
$2,575 – $5,150
Professional Fees and Licensing
$4,635 – $20,600
Vehicle Registration Fees
$2,266 – $4,532
Decals for Consumer Units
$309 – $515
Telephone Services
$309 – $515
Personal Tools for Technicians
$1,030 – $3,090
Full Time General Manager / Operations Manager
$0 – $25,750
Additional Funds – 3 months
$60,000 – $90,000
Total Estimated Initial Investment
$143,273 – $286,702
Franchise Disclosure Document
Below is One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document. Upgrade to Pro or purchase the FDD to view and download the document.
Number of units
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning had 439 total units in 2025, of which 411 were franchised-owned and 28 company-owned.
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning provides a robust and structured training program to ensure franchisees are well-prepared to operate their businesses efficiently and in alignment with brand standards. The training components are comprehensive and span both pre-opening and ongoing phases. The key training programs are:
Initial Training Program: Required for the Key Person and any designated Owners, this program includes classroom-style sessions called “Branded Operations Orientation Training” (BOOT). The training may be offered in person, by video, or online and typically occurs 3 to 9 weeks prior to opening.
Training Content and Format: Topics include using the Success Academy Online (SAO) learning platform, understanding operations manuals, and service delivery proficiency. Completion may require passing tests, and the franchisor may terminate the agreement if participants fail to meet expectations.
Ongoing and Supplemental Training: After opening, One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning offers both mandatory and optional training sessions as needed. These may be delivered through various formats and may include instructor-led courses, webinars, or third-party training.
Territory Protection
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning offers its franchisees a defined protected territory during the term of their Franchise Agreement, provided they comply with all requirements, including minimum performance standards.
Within this territory, the franchisor agrees not to operate or authorize another franchise under the same brand. The territory is typically structured around population blocks of approximately 100,000 people and defined using postal zip codes.
However, this protection comes with limitations. The franchisor and its affiliates retain broad rights, including operating similar or dissimilar businesses using different marks, and converting businesses acquired through mergers or acquisitions into franchises within existing territories.
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