Anchor Heating and Air

What Anchor Heating and Air does

Anchor Heating and Air Conditioning Company Inc. (dba Anchor Heating & Air) is a privately held, full-service HVAC contractor founded in 1971 by Jack and Georgia Tysor in Douglasville, Georgia. The company installs, services, repairs, and replaces heating, cooling, ventilation, refrigeration, and indoor air quality equipment across both residential and commercial customer bases, and is authorized to service all major HVAC brands (Trane, Carrier, Lennox, York, Rheem, Ruud, Daikin, Mitsubishi, American Standard, AAON) without being tied to a single manufacturer. The technical footprint spans light commercial through heavy commercial systems — split systems, mini-splits, VRF, packaged/rooftop units, chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, water-source heat pumps, boilers, exhaust fans, makeup air units, and plate heat exchangers — supported by NATE-certified technicians and 24/7 emergency dispatch across 15+ cities in Metro Atlanta and West Georgia.

The company generates revenue through three mechanics: (1) one-time installation, replacement, and construction revenue covering residential change-outs, commercial build-outs, tenant improvements, and ground-up construction; (2) professional services revenue from diagnostics, repair, and emergency work at hourly/quote-based pricing; and (3) recurring subscription revenue from the EZ-Pay residential maintenance plan at $20/month, plus referral economics from a Wells Fargo Home Projects financing partnership. Go-to-market is a direct-to-consumer motion paired with enterprise field sales into commercial accounts (named logos include Yamaha Motor Corporation, Integrity Molded Plastics, Hegwood Electric, St. Paul Lutheran Church and School, and Collier, Branscomb & Associates), supported by local SEO, content marketing, social, and paid emergency response lines.

In 2024 Anchor joined the Interstate AC family of companies, placing it as an operating subsidiary alongside sister-company Bates Mechanical (commercial plumbing); founder Jack Tysor was inducted into the Conditioned Air Association of Georgia Hall of Fame in 2025. Leadership transitioned from long-time President & CEO Barry Tysor to General Manager David Bentley as part of the 2024 ownership change.

Name

Anchor Heating and Air

Legal name

Anchor Heating and Air Conditioning Company Inc.

Website

https://anchorac.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1971

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Anchor Heating and Air is a 50+ year HVAC services contractor serving residential and commercial customers across Metro Atlanta and West Georgia with installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of all major equipment brands, operating as a subsidiary of Interstate AC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220), Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment (except Automotive and Electronic) Repair and Maintenance (8113), Facilities Support Services (561210)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340), Refrigeration & Service Industry Machinery (3580)

akta.pro primary industry

Air Conditioner (AC) Repair & Maintenance (HSAOAHAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC Service, Maintenance & Repair (BPABACAA), Commercial HVAC Maintenance Agreements & PM Programs (HSAOAHAJ), Emergency HVAC Repair (24/7) (HSAOAHAC), HVAC Installation, Service & Repair (IMAIABAA), HVAC System Cleaning & Coil Service (Indoor Units) (HSAOAHAK)

Keywords

• HVAC installation
• Commercial HVAC services
• Residential heating and cooling
• HVAC maintenance and repair
• Indoor air quality solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Douglasville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Installation and Replacement: One-time revenue from installation and replacement of HVAC systems for residential and commercial properties. Includes ground-up construction projects and tenant improvement retrofits.
2. Repair and Service: Revenue from diagnostic, repair, and troubleshooting services for HVAC systems. Includes emergency repair services available 24/7.
3. EZ-Pay Maintenance Plan: Monthly subscription maintenance program offering two seasonal visits per year, 10% discount on labor and parts, and priority scheduling. Billed at $20 per month.
4. Financing Partnership: Partnership with Wells Fargo to provide financing options for customers, generating referral or partnership revenue from the financial arrangement.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Anchor Heating and Air provides full-service HVAC installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement for residential homes and commercial properties in Metro Atlanta and West Georgia. The company services all major HVAC brands, offers 24/7 emergency response, indoor air quality solutions, ground-up commercial construction HVAC, and tenant improvement retrofits. A recurring EZ-Pay Maintenance Plan subscription provides residential customers with two annual tune-ups, priority scheduling, and a 10% labor and parts discount.

Product overview

Anchor Heating & Air is a full-service HVAC company offering a comprehensive portfolio of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration services for commercial and residential clients in Metro Atlanta. The company's core offerings include Commercial HVAC Services (covering installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement for offices, retail, industrial, healthcare, educational, and institutional facilities) and Residential HVAC Services (including furnace, heat pump, and air conditioning services for homes). Equipment servicing encompasses diverse systems such as Air Handling Units, Chillers, Cooling Towers, Exhaust Fans, Mini-Split Systems, Packaged Units, Rooftop Units, Split Systems, VRF Systems, Water-source Heat Pumps, and Boilers. The company also provides specialized services including Indoor Air Quality Solutions, 24/7 Emergency HVAC Services, Ground-Up Commercial HVAC Construction, and Tenant Improvement & Retrofit Solutions. The EZ-Pay Maintenance Plan offers residential customers two annual maintenance visits with priority scheduling. Anchor services all major HVAC brands including Trane, Carrier, Lennox, York, Rheem, Ruud, Daikin, Mitsubishi, American Standard, and AAON, but does not manufacture HVAC equipment.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Commercial HVAC Services Full-service HVAC solutions including installation, maintenance, repair, and replacement for commercial properties, office buildings, retail spaces, industrial facilities, healthcare, education, restaurants, data centers, religious institutions, and institutional properties.
• Residential HVAC Services Comprehensive residential heating and cooling services including installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, ductwork, and indoor air quality equipment for homeowners.
• EZ-Pay Maintenance Plan Recurring monthly residential maintenance subscription that delivers two seasonal tune-ups per year, a 10% discount on labor and parts for cooling repairs and upgrades, and priority scheduling for residential HVAC customers.
• Commercial Equipment Service (Chillers, Cooling Towers, Air Handling Units, VRF, Boilers, and related systems) Installation, repair, and maintenance services for a broad portfolio of commercial HVAC equipment types including chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, VRF systems, boilers, water-source heat pumps, plate heat exchangers, exhaust fans, packaged and rooftop units, makeup air units, and commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Residential Equipment Service (Furnaces, Heat Pumps, Ductwork, Air Cleaners, Whole-House Fans) Installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential HVAC equipment such as furnaces, heat pumps, ductwork, air cleaners, and whole-house fans (including Trane heat pumps and other major brands).
• 24/7 Emergency HVAC Services Round-the-clock emergency HVAC service available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for both commercial and residential customers needing urgent equipment failure response.
• Indoor Air Quality Solutions Indoor air quality assessments, ventilation improvements, filtration solutions, and humidity control services (humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air cleaners) for residential and commercial facilities.
• Ground-Up Commercial HVAC Construction Solutions Full-service HVAC solutions for new commercial and industrial construction projects, including mechanical system design, installation, and commissioning from the ground up.
• Tenant Improvement & Retrofit HVAC Solutions HVAC solutions for tenant improvement and retrofit projects in existing commercial properties, including system upgrades, replacements, and renovation coordination.

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Interstate ACcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Anchor Heating & Air joined the Interstate AC family of companies in 2024, providing the company with additional resources, scale, and operational support while maintaining its local brand and leadership (David Bentley as General Manager).
• Bates MechanicalcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBates Mechanical is a commercial plumbing sister company that works closely with Anchor Heating & Air to provide coordinated HVAC and plumbing services for commercial and industrial facilities across Metro Atlanta. The partnership offers customers fewer handoffs and better communication, with aligned services through a single account manager. Teams work together behind the scenes to simplify planning, scheduling, and ongoing service.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Carrier Corporation: One of the largest HVAC OEMs whose equipment Anchor services. Not a competitor but a key equipment partner; Carrier's installed base in Metro Atlanta directly drives Anchor's service opportunity pipeline.
• Trane Technologies: Major HVAC OEM whose residential and commercial systems Anchor services and installs. Trane's dealer-network strategy and product roadmap influence Anchor's revenue mix across installation vs. service.
• ARS / Rescue Rooter: National residential HVAC, plumbing, and drain services platform (part of American Residential Services). Competes in the same Metro Atlanta service category with substantially broader geographic reach and brand spend.
• One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning: National HVAC franchise brand with active presence in the Atlanta market. Competes with Anchor on residential service and replacement but operates under a franchise model at much larger national scale.

Others

• ServiceTitan: Vertical SaaS platform purpose-built for residential and commercial HVAC, plumbing, and electrical contractors. Not a competitor but a likely operational software partner for a regional HVAC operator of Anchor's profile.
• Interstate AC: Strategic parent company that acquired Anchor in 2024. Not a competitor but a relevant ecosystem participant whose capital allocation and operating playbook directly determines Anchor's growth trajectory.
• Bates Mechanical: Commercial plumbing sister company under shared ownership; provides coordinated HVAC + plumbing delivery to commercial clients. Sister-company relationship (not a competitor) but materially shapes Anchor's commercial go-to-market.

Direct peers

• Estes Services: Atlanta-area HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services provider targeting residential and commercial customers. Comparable scale, service breadth, and Metro Atlanta operating geography make it a close direct peer.
• Coolray Heating & Cooling: Direct regional competitor serving Metro Atlanta and surrounding Georgia markets with residential and commercial HVAC installation, repair, and maintenance. Comparable service portfolio, geographic overlap, and target customer base make it the most relevant direct peer.
• R.S. Andrews: Long-standing Atlanta-based HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services company with similar residential/commercial mix, multi-brand service model, and 24/7 emergency offering. Direct overlap in service lines, territory, and customer profile.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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