Want to Start a Small Business? Here’s Why HVAC is a Smart Move

If you’re ready to start a small business but unsure where to begin, consider this: HVAC is one of the most essential (and often overlooked) industries for aspiring entrepreneurs. It’s a service people rely on year-round, and with the right franchise partner, you don’t need technical experience to succeed.

Why HVAC? It’s Essential, Year-Round, and Recession-Resistant

HVAC isn’t a luxury – it’s a necessity. When you start a small business, you want something with consistent demand, recession resilience, and growth potential. HVAC checks all those boxes. 

Homeowners need heating and cooling systems to stay safe and comfortable, and those systems require regular maintenance, repairs, and upgrades – regardless of the season or economy.

Plus, HVAC is a repeat-service business. Customers come back year after year, creating the potential for reliable revenue streams and long-term relationships.

Why Should You Consider Franchising to Start a Small Business?

One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning makes it possible to start a small business in HVAC, even if you’ve never worked in the industry. 

“If I were starting from scratch, I’d want to align with someone who knew what they were doing. That’s us – we’ve got the system,” said Richie Drew, Vice President of Operations at One Hour, in a recent interview with 1851 Franchise.

As a One Hour franchisee, you’ll benefit from:

• Comprehensive training programs that get you up to speed quickly
• BuyMax purchasing power, including rebates and exclusive vendor deals
• An established business model backed by decades of data and performance
• A supportive network of franchisees who share insights and best practices

You Bring the Vision, One Hour Brings the Support

Starting a small business doesn’t mean going at it alone. One Hour provides the structure and resources to help you lead with confidence.

“That vision is what an owner brings — the spark that says, ‘This is what we’re building. This is who we’re becoming.’ Everyone wants to be part of something bigger than themselves,” said Drew.

Whether you’re a young entrepreneur or someone looking to leave the corporate grind, franchising with One Hour gives you the tools to build something meaningful, without reinventing the wheel.

“Young people don’t have to reinvent the wheel,” Drew said. “They can look at the hard work mom and dad did to build the business and say, ‘I don’t want to go through that grind, but I do want to run this business.’ The franchise system gives them the structure and the network to feel comfortable taking it on.”

Ready to Start a Small Business That Makes a Big Impact?

If you’re serious about starting a small business and want to enter a high-demand industry with built-in support, One Hour is ready to help. You don’t need HVAC experience – just the drive to lead and the vision to grow. Contact our team today to learn more!