Pro1 IAQ

What Pro1 IAQ does

Pro1 IAQ Inc. is a U.S.-based manufacturer of heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) thermostats and indoor air quality products, founded in 2006 and operating from a management office in Broomfield, Colorado with distribution and quality-control operations in Springfield, Missouri. The company sells exclusively through professional HVAC distributors and explicitly avoids big-box retail, positioning products for installation only by trained heating and cooling technicians. Its catalog spans more than 45 models across non-programmable, programmable, Wi-Fi-enabled, PTAC, and wireless configurations, including the T701i, T721i, T751i, and T855iSH Wi-Fi thermostats controlled via the PRO1 Connect mobile app, and the PROsync Wireless System comprising the T755WHO thermostat with R751WO and R250W wireless sensors. Proprietary technology features include a universal sub-base for in-place upgrades, smart-home integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, auto changeover, filter change reminders, and compressor delay protection; manufacturing is ISO 9001 certified by UKAS.

The business model is predominantly hardware sales to professional distributors, augmented by a free Private Label badge program that lets HVAC contractors co-brand installed thermostats, a loyalty program now operating within DiversiTech's Contractor Rewards coalition, and a formal OEM services line offering turnkey design, manufacturing, and marketing support for third-party indoor air quality brands. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, funding rounds, or parent company. Marketing is concentrated on the professional trade channel through industry-association partnerships (IHACI, NATE, IBS, HARDI, ASHRAE), annual AHR Expo participation, and a contractor-resource website; end consumers are reached indirectly through the installer channel rather than direct-to-consumer advertising.

Name

Pro1 IAQ

Legal name

Pro1 IAQ Inc.

Website

https://pro1iaq.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Pro1 IAQ is a U.S. manufacturer of HVAC thermostats and indoor air quality products, selling exclusively through professional HVAC distributors for installation by trained technicians, with a free Private Label program, OEM manufacturing services, and connected thermostats managed via the PRO1 Connect app.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Thermostats and Controls

NAICS

Automatic Environmental Control Manufacturing for Residential, Commercial, and Appliance Use (334512)

SIC

Auto Controls For Regulating Residential & Comml Environments (3822)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling) (IMAHAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Smart Thermostats & HVAC Controls Retail (CRAIAMAC)

Keywords

• HVAC thermostats
• Indoor air quality
• Smart thermostats
• HVAC controls
• Wireless thermostats

Headquarters

HQ city

Boulder

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Thermostat Hardware Sales: PRO1 manufactures and sells a range of thermostats including non-programmable, programmable, and WiFi-enabled models. Products are sold exclusively to professional HVAC distributors. Models include T-series thermostats across multiple families (500, 600, 700, 800, 900 series) plus PTAC controls.
2. Private Label Program: Free private label badge program for HVAC contractors. Technicians can order custom branded badges with their company information printed directly on the thermostat. Badges are provided free of charge with no minimum order requirements.
3. OEM Manufacturing: Turnkey OEM solutions for Indoor Air Quality products including product design, manufacturing (ISO 9001 certified), and marketing support for partners seeking custom IAQ products.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Pro1 IAQ designs and manufactures HVAC thermostats and indoor air quality (IAQ) products, including Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats, the PROsync wireless control system, PTAC controls, wired and wireless sensors, and installation accessories. Products are sold exclusively through professional HVAC distributors for installation by professional heating and cooling technicians. The company also offers a free Private Label Program, the PRO1 Connect mobile app, and OEM manufacturing services for custom IAQ products.

Product overview

Pro1 IAQ is a manufacturer of heating and cooling thermostats and indoor air quality products designed exclusively for professional HVAC installers. The product portfolio includes Wi-Fi enabled smart thermostats (T701i, T721i, T751i, T855iSH) controlled via the PRO1 Connect mobile app, the PROsync Wireless System featuring T755WHO with wireless sensors (R751WO, R250W), PTAC controls for packaged terminal air conditioners, wired and wireless sensors, and accessories including C-Wire adapters, wall cover plates, and thermostat guards. The company offers a free Private Label Program allowing HVAC professionals to brand thermostats with their company name, plus OEM manufacturing services for custom IAQ products. The PRO1 Connect platform provides remote control, scheduling, and smart home integration with Amazon Alexa and Google Home.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PROsync: Wireless communication system for thermostats including T755WHO wireless thermostat and related sensors
• PRO1 Connect
• Private Label Program

Products and services

• Wi-Fi Thermostats (T701i, T721i, T751i, T855iSH) Wi-Fi enabled thermostats (T701i, T721i, T751i, T855iSH) controllable remotely via the PRO1 Connect mobile app, featuring universal sub-base compatibility, programmable scheduling, and smart home integration. Designed for professional HVAC installation in residential and light commercial applications.
• PROsync Wireless System (T755WHO, R751WO, R250W) Proprietary wireless HVAC control system centered on the T755WHO wireless thermostat, paired with the R751WO wireless indoor remote sensor and R250W wireless outdoor sensor (battery powered, weather resistant, supports dual fuel balance point). Enables flexible HVAC system control without extensive wiring.
• PTAC Controls

Quantifiable outcome

• Heating and cooling is the number one energy consumer in many homes, accounting for half of total energy bills
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• IHACI (Institute of Heating and Air Conditioning)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPRO1 is a proud partner of IHACI. IHACI is the Institute of Heating and Air Conditioning, a major industry association serving HVAC professionals.
• NATE (North American Technician Excellence)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPRO1 is a proud partner of NATE. NATE is the leading certification organization for HVAC technicians, validating professional competency.
• IBS (International Builders Show)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPRO1 is a proud partner of the International Builders Show (IBS), a major event for the building industry.
• HARDI (Heating, Air-conditioning, and Refrigeration Distributors International)coreGTM or Marketing PartnerPRO1 is a proud partner of HARDI, the trade organization representing HVACR distributors.
• ASHRAE (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerPRO1 is a proud partner of ASHRAE, the international organization advancing human well-being through sustainable technology for the built environment.
• Amazon AlexacoreTechnology or IntegrationPRO1 connected thermostats are compatible with Amazon Alexa for voice control of heating and cooling systems through the Alexa app.
• Google HomecoreTechnology or IntegrationPRO1 connected thermostats are compatible with Google Home for smart home integration and voice control.
• DiversiTech Contractor RewardscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeginning May 1, 2024, PRO1 transitioned its loyalty program to DiversiTech's Contractor Rewards program. This allows contractors to combine PRO1 purchases with DiversiTech products and other brands in the coalition for enhanced rewards.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Resideo (Honeywell Home): Resideo manufactures the Honeywell Home line of smart and programmable thermostats plus a broad portfolio of HVAC controls, water, and security products. It is the dominant professional-channel competitor to Pro1 and the most directly comparable B2B thermostat supplier via HVAC distributors.
• Google Nest Thermostat: Google's Nest Thermostat line defines the consumer smart-thermostat category with deep learning, app control, and Google Home integration. It is the primary feature benchmark that professional-channel players like Pro1 must match while remaining differentiated on installer-focused design.
• White-Rodgers (Copeland): White-Rodgers, now part of Copeland, is a legacy HVAC controls manufacturer serving distributors and OEMs with thermostats, gas valves, and ignition controls. It is a long-standing direct competitor to Pro1 in the professional HVAC controls category.
• Carrier Comfort Controls: Carrier offers a comprehensive lineup of thermostats and HVAC controls under brands like Carrier and Bryant, sold primarily through professional dealers and distributors. It competes directly for the same contractor specification decisions that drive Pro1's channel.

Direct peers

• ecobee: ecobee is a leading smart thermostat brand (now owned by Generac) competing in WiFi/app-controlled residential HVAC controls with Alexa and Google Home integration. It overlaps directly with Pro1's WiFi thermostat family and PRO1 Connect app functionality.
• Emerson Sensi: Emerson's Sensi line offers WiFi and smart thermostats distributed through both retail and professional channels, with app control and smart-home integration. It is one of Pro1's closest mid-market competitors in the programmable/WiFi thermostat category.
• AprilAire: AprilAire is an IAQ-focused brand owned by Research Products Corporation that sells humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaners, and complementary controls through HVAC professionals. It overlaps with Pro1's IAQ product line and OEM manufacturing capabilities for indoor air quality products.
• Lux Products: Lux Products manufactures programmable and smart thermostats for both retail and professional channels, including geo-fencing and app-controlled models. It is a similarly sized mid-market competitor in the connected and non-connected thermostat space served by Pro1.
• Venstar: Venstar designs and manufactures residential and light-commercial thermostats including WiFi-enabled ColorTouch models sold through HVAC distributors. It is a similarly sized competitor focused on the professional HVAC channel with a comparable thermostat product breadth.

Emerging players

• Mysa Smart Thermostats: Mysa is a smart-thermostat challenger specializing in high-voltage/electric-baseboard and line-voltage HVAC control with app connectivity. It overlaps with Pro1 in WiFi/app-controlled thermostat technology targeting the professionally installed HVAC control category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/pro1iaq
• Facebookfacebook.com/PRO1IAQ
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/pro1-iaq

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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