Jackson and Foster Heating and Air Conditioning

What Jackson and Foster Heating and Air Conditioning does

Jackson & Foster Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing is a privately held, veteran-owned HVAC service company headquartered at 7574 University Ave, La Mesa, California, with an additional office on West Bernardo Drive in San Diego. Founded in San Diego in 2000 (with the parent heating and cooling business dating back to 1931), the company serves residential and commercial customers across 35+ communities in San Diego County, including La Mesa, El Cajon, Lemon Grove, Lakeside, Santee, Chula Vista, and downtown San Diego. It holds California contractor license #788983 and operates with 7 employees, a 24/7 emergency service line, and a 5.0-star Google rating.

The company offers installation, repair, and maintenance services across a comprehensive residential and light-commercial HVAC product portfolio: central air conditioning, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, VRF systems, furnaces, traditional and tankless water heaters, duct cleaning/repair/sealing, attic insulation, indoor air quality solutions (including HRVs/ERVs), and smart/WiFi thermostats. Equipment is sourced through core manufacturer partnerships with Carrier, Trane, and Lennox. Supporting services include free new-equipment estimates, a $49 furnace tune-up offer, and customer financing through Service Finance Company, LLC.

The business model is direct-to-consumer and transaction-based: revenue is generated through one-time HVAC installation jobs (varying by equipment type, size, and complexity), per-call repair services, and ongoing maintenance contracts. Customer segments are primarily individual residential homeowners, with secondary segments in light commercial properties and real estate professionals requiring HVAC inspection/replacement during transactions. Marketing is executed through the company website, Google Business/reviews, local SEO across 35+ community pages, blog content, paid search remarketing, and SMS-based appointment communications.

Name

Jackson and Foster Heating and Air Conditioning

Legal name

Jackson & Foster Heating & Air Conditioning

Website

https://jacksonfoster.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Jackson & Foster is a privately held, veteran-owned HVAC service company based in La Mesa, California, providing installation, repair, and maintenance of heating, cooling, water heating, and indoor air quality systems for residential and commercial customers across 35+ San Diego County communities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

HVAC Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

SIC

Services-To Dwellings & Other Buildings (7340)

akta.pro primary industry

HVAC Installation, Service & Repair (IMAIABAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC & Refrigeration Contracting (IMAFALAB), Residential HVAC System Installation (Furnace/AC/Heat Pump) (HSAOAGAA), Expansion Tank, Circulator Pump & Zone Valve Service (HSAOACAG), Ventilation System Installation & Repair (Bath/Kitchen Fans, ERV/HRV) (HSAOAIAF)

Keywords

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

Headquarters

HQ city

La Mesa

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Installation Services: Installation of new HVAC systems including central air conditioning, furnaces, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, and water heaters for residential and commercial properties. Revenue is generated through equipment sales combined with labor for installation, with pricing varying based on system type, size, and complexity.
2. Repair and Maintenance Services: Ongoing repair services for all HVAC equipment makes and models, plus preventive maintenance plans including seasonal tune-ups. Revenue is generated through service calls and maintenance contract subscriptions.
3. Service Parts and Equipment Sales: Sale of replacement parts, filters, thermostats, and accessories. Revenue is generated through parts sales during service calls and installations.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Jackson & Foster is a residential and commercial HVAC service contractor installing, repairing, and maintaining heating, cooling, ventilation, and water heating systems for homes and businesses across San Diego County. The company supplies and installs equipment from leading manufacturers (Carrier, Trane, Lennox) and offers complementary services including duct cleaning and sealing, attic insulation, indoor air quality solutions, and smart thermostat integration, supported by 24/7 emergency response and customer financing.

Product overview

Jackson & Foster Heating, Air Conditioning and Plumbing is a residential and commercial HVAC service company offering a comprehensive portfolio of heating, cooling, plumbing, and indoor air quality solutions. The company provides installation, repair, and maintenance services across multiple product categories including central air conditioning systems, heat pumps, ductless mini-split systems, VRF systems, furnaces, hot water heaters (both traditional tank and tankless), and whole home ventilation systems. Services also include duct cleaning, repair, sealing, attic insulation, and smart thermostat installation. The company partners with major manufacturers including Carrier, Trane, and Lennox to supply equipment, while providing 24/7 emergency service and financing options for customers in the San Diego, California area.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AC Installation
• AC Repair
• AC Service
• Heat Pump Installation and Service
• Ductless HVAC (Mini-Split) Installation
• VRF System Installation
• Heating Installation
• Heating Repair
• Heating Service and Maintenance
• Duct Cleaning
• Duct Repair and Maintenance
• Duct Sealing
• Traditional Hot Water Heater Installation
• Tankless Water Heater Installation
• Attic Insulation
• Indoor Air Quality Solutions
• Whole Home Ventilation Installation
• WiFi and Smart Thermostat Installation
• Commercial HVAC Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Systems can lose 5% efficiency per year without maintenance
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• LennoxcoreTechnology or IntegrationPartnered manufacturer providing premium heating and cooling equipment. Jackson & Foster is listed as 'Jackson & Foster Heating & Air Conditioning (Lennox)' in partner materials. Offers advanced, energy-efficient systems with robust warranties.
• CarriercoreTechnology or IntegrationLeading HVAC manufacturer partner providing state-of-the-art cooling solutions. Known for innovative technologies, energy-efficient designs, and reliable warranties.
• TranecoreTechnology or IntegrationPremier HVAC manufacturer partner offering high-quality heating and cooling equipment with emphasis on reliability and performance.
• Service Finance Company, LLCcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFinancing partner enabling flexible payment options for customers. Provides quick approvals for home comfort equipment purchases through apply.svcfin.com platform.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Bill Howe Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning: San Diego-based residential HVAC and plumbing service provider. Operates with similar direct-to-consumer model, 24/7 emergency service, and broad service area across San Diego County — directly comparable in geography, customer segment, and service mix.
• Perry Home Services: San Diego HVAC, plumbing, and home services provider serving residential customers with installation, repair, and maintenance offerings. Comparable in service portfolio, geography, and small-to-mid scale operations.
• Anderson Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning: Long-established San Diego HVAC and plumbing contractor serving residential and light commercial customers. Closely comparable in service offering (installation, repair, maintenance), local market focus, and premium-brand equipment positioning.
• ASI Hastings Heating and Air Conditioning: San Diego-area residential HVAC service company offering installation, repair, and maintenance of heating and cooling systems. Directly comparable business model and customer base to Jackson & Foster.
• A-Ackerman Heating & Air Conditioning: San Diego-area HVAC contractor providing residential and light commercial heating, cooling, and air quality services. Closely comparable in geography, service mix, and direct-to-consumer delivery model.
• Same Day Heating & Air Conditioning: Southern California HVAC service provider emphasizing rapid response and residential repair and installation. Comparable in service scope, customer urgency-driven value proposition, and regional market positioning.
• Greenstar Home Services: San Diego-area home services company providing HVAC, plumbing, and electrical services to residential customers. Comparable in full-service home comfort positioning, cross-trade revenue model, and direct-to-consumer local market focus.
• Coast Plumbing, Heating & Air: San Diego-based multi-trade residential service contractor offering HVAC and plumbing installation and repair. Comparable business model combining HVAC with plumbing cross-sell, serving the same San Diego customer base.

Broad incumbents

• Carrier (residential HVAC): National HVAC equipment manufacturer and dealer-network owner. Comparable category positioning as a major brand in residential heating and cooling; serves as both an equipment supplier to Jackson & Foster and a broader market reference point for premium HVAC.
• Trane (residential HVAC): National HVAC manufacturer with extensive dealer network and consumer-direct service offerings. Comparable as a premium residential HVAC brand and an incumbent shaping customer expectations in the same product category.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jackson-and-foster-heating-and-air-conditioning

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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