
Aire Serv
HVAC services- 2022 Franchise 500 Rank
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#231 Ranked #355 last year
- Initial investment
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$88K - $216K
- Units as of 2022
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231 29.1% over 3 years
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a Aire Serv franchise.
Aire Serv, a subsidiary of Dwyer Group, has been at the forefront of installation, maintenance, and repair of heating, ventilation, and indoor air quality systems in the United States. Aire Serv has expanded its air conditioning business to over 170 locations worldwide, offering its services to private and commercial entities.
With nearly three decades of experience, Aire Serv has refined its systems and processes to provide opportunities for potential franchisees to experienced individuals through its national franchise system. Here, individuals can invest their resources in a viable business without being stressed about starting a company from the ground up.
Why You May Want to Start an Aire Serv Franchise
Aire Serv is a dependable heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) business with a solid customer base and good market value. As a franchisee with Aire Serv, you will be aided in your quest to achieve your personal and professional goals–helping you achieve optimum work-life balance.
An Aire Serv franchise offers HVAC start-up opportunities under the umbrella of its national franchise system. As a potential franchisee with this HVAC giant, you become part of the home service brands community. This partnership allows for cross-marketing opportunities, strategic networking, vendor discounts, mentorship, and lead generation through a consumer-friendly digital Neighborly web app.
What Might Make an Aire Serv Franchise a Good Choice?
The Aire Serv franchise gives you the opportunity to start your own business under a healthy and nationally recognized brand. You can also expect the following when you decide to open an Aire Serv franchise:
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A unique business model designed to improve sustainability
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State of the art software to streamline business operations
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Comprehensive ongoing training and support
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Registered trademarks and a designated territory
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Unique marketing strategy support through a four-pillar system
To be part of the Aire Serv team, you should make sure you’re financially ready for an initial investment that is made up of a franchise fee and other startup costs. You should also be prepared for ongoing costs, which will include advertising, royalty, and potential renewal fees.
Aire Serv has partnered with third-party sources in order to help you cover the franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, and payroll.
How to Start an Aire Serv Franchise
The path to opening an Aire Serv franchise begins with asking about HVAC start-up opportunities in prime territories and inquiring about existing businesses ready for new ownership. You'll need to follow these simplified steps to become a potential franchisee with Aire Serv:
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Submit a franchise inquiry and speak with a brand franchise developer.
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If approved, you may visit corporate headquarters in Waco, Texas. Here, they'll explain how the franchise works, along with the advantages and support you'll receive.
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If both parties wish to partner, you may sign your franchise agreement and pay the fees to invest in an Aire Serv franchise.
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Next, you'll prepare for the grand opening. You'll begin to receive full support, including materials and resources to help you open your Aire Serv location.
It won't be long before you're bringing clean air back to the community you care about.
Company Overview
About Aire Serv
- Industry
- Maintenance
- Founded
- 1992
- Parent Company
- Neighborly
- Leadership
- Steve Truett, Brand President
Franchising Overview
- Franchising Since
- 1992 (30 years)
- # of employees at HQ
- 1,000
- Where seeking
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This company is seeking new franchisees throughout the US.
This company is seeking new franchisees in the following international regions: Europe (Eastern), Europe (Western), Canada
- # of Units
- 231 (as of 2022)
Franchisor Information
Information for Franchisees
Here’s what you need to know if you’re interested in opening a Aire Serv franchise.
Financial Requirements & Ongoing Fees
Here’s what you can expect to spend to start the business and what ongoing fees the franchisor charges throughout the life of the business.
- Initial Franchise Fee
- $40,000
- Initial Investment
- $87,600 - $216,400
- Cash Requirement
- $50,000
- Veteran Incentives
- 15% off minimum franchise fee
- Royalty Fee
- 5-7%
- Ad Royalty Fee
- 2%
- Term of Agreement
- 10 years
- Is franchise term renewable?
- Yes
Financing Options
Some franchisors offer in-house financing, while others have relationships with third-party financing sources to which they refer qualified franchisees.
- Third Party Financing
- Aire Serv has relationships with third-party sources which offer financing to cover the following: franchise fee, startup costs, equipment, inventory, accounts receivable, payroll
Training & Support Offered
Franchisors offer initial training programs and a variety of ongoing support options to help franchisees run their businesses.
- On-The-Job Training
- 8-40 hours
- Classroom Training
- 84.45 hours
- Additional Training
- Four regional training meetings per year; annual reunion
- Ongoing Support
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Purchasing Co-opsNewsletterMeetings & ConventionsToll-Free LineGrand OpeningOnline SupportSecurity & Safety ProceduresField OperationsProprietary SoftwareFranchisee Intranet Platform
- Marketing Support
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Co-op AdvertisingAd TemplatesNational MediaRegional AdvertisingMarketing Planning & SupportSocial MediaSEOWebsite DevelopmentEmail MarketingLoyalty Program/App
Operations
Additional details about running this franchise.
- Is absentee ownership allowed?
- No
- Can this franchise be run from home/mobile unit?
- No
- Can this franchise be run part time?
- No
- # of employees required to run
- 5-6
- Are exclusive territories available?
- No
Interested in franchise ownership like Aire Serv? Request a free consultation with a Franchise Advisor now.
Franchise 500 Ranking History
Compare where Aire Serv landed on this year’s Franchise 500 Ranking versus previous years.
Additional Rankings
Curious to know where Aire Serv ranked on other franchise lists? Find out below.
Ranked #231 in 2022
Franchise 500 Ranking
Ranked #148 in 2022
Fastest-Growing Franchises
Ranked #146 in 2022
Top Global Franchises
Ranked #66 in 2021
Top Franchises for Veterans
Ranked #131 in 2022
Fastest-Growing Franchises (U.S. & Canada)
Ranked #30 in 2022
Top Franchises for Less Than $100,000
Ranked #1 in 2022
#1 in HVAC/Duct-Cleaning Services Category
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