Robinson Heating And Air Conditioning Inc.

What Robinson Heating And Air Conditioning Inc. does

Robinson Heating And Air Conditioning, Inc. is a family-owned HVAC contracting company headquartered in Middletown, Ohio, serving residential and commercial customers across Southwest Ohio — specifically Butler, Warren and Southern Montgomery Counties. Founded in 1943 as Jones Engineering Service Company and operating under the Robinson family since 1966, the firm provides installation, repair, maintenance, and indoor air quality services for furnaces, heat pumps, boilers, central air conditioning, ductless mini-splits, radiant floor, and zoned systems, alongside commercial HVAC work on rooftops, split systems, chillers, and boilers. The company sells and installs nine manufacturer brands (Amana, Thermo Pride, Goodman, Crown, Daikin, Weil-McLain, Spacepak, Unico, Bosch) and is the licensed Daikin dual-fuel installer in the local market.

The company makes money across four streams: one-time installation fees for residential and commercial HVAC systems, flat-rate residential repair work, hardware markup on equipment sales, and recurring revenue from Preferred Customer Maintenance Agreements (PCMA) that deliver two annual visits and discounted repairs. Ancillary revenue includes financing-origination activity facilitated through a partnership with Wright-Patt Credit Union for $500-$50,000 equipment loans. Named commercial customers include Wright-Patterson Air Force Base (overseen by Pete Robinson), Voss BMW, Cincinnati Hills Christian Academy, and Springhill Church of Christ, with broader undisclosed commercial work spanning medical, retail, restaurant, warehouse, and manufacturing accounts.

The company is privately held across four generations of the Robinson family. Current leadership is Stuart Robinson (President), Zereda Robinson (VP/Treasurer), Pete Robinson (commercial sales) and fourth-generation Nate Robinson (mechanical engineer, PE since 2019); Jack Les Robinson retired at the end of 2023. Operations run on 20 full-time employees (up to 30 in peak summer), with no external investors and no disclosed revenue, funded entirely from operating cash flow. Distribution is purely direct-to-consumer and direct-to-business field service with no retail storefront; marketing is conducted through the company website, phone (513.422.2070), coupons, reviews, blog content, community sponsorships, and a Facebook page.

Name

Robinson Heating And Air Conditioning Inc.

Legal name

Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

Website

https://robinsonheating.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1943

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Robinson Heating And Air Conditioning, Inc. is a family-owned HVAC contractor in Middletown, Ohio providing residential and commercial installation, repair, maintenance, and indoor air quality services across Southwest Ohio since 1943, selling nine major equipment brands and operating a recurring maintenance-agreement program.

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 industry

Residential HVAC System Installation (Furnace/AC/Heat Pump) (HSAOAGAA)

Keywords

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

Headquarters

HQ city

New Middletown

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

Revenue model

1. HVAC Installation Services: Installation of new heating and cooling systems including furnaces, air conditioners, heat pumps, boilers, ductless mini splits, and commercial HVAC systems. Revenue is generated through one-time installation fees based on equipment type and labor.
2. HVAC Repair Services: Repair services for all makes and types of residential and commercial heating/cooling systems. Revenue is generated through flat-rate pricing on most residential repairs and discounted rates for maintenance agreement holders.
3. Maintenance Agreements (PCMA): Preferred Customer Maintenance Agreements providing two annual visits (spring and fall) plus discounted repair pricing. These contracts generate recurring revenue and customer lock-in.
4. Equipment Sales: Sales of HVAC equipment including Amana, Thermo Pride, Goodman, Crown, Daikin, Weil-McLain, Spacepak, Unico, and Bosch brands. Revenue generated through equipment markup and installation services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. is a family-owned HVAC service contractor that sells, installs, repairs, and maintains residential and commercial heating and cooling systems across Southwest Ohio. Its offerings include furnaces, heat pumps, boilers, air conditioners, ductless mini-splits, radiant floor heating, zoned HVAC, indoor air quality products, and commercial HVAC systems, supported by Preferred Customer Maintenance Agreements and financing through Wright-Patt Credit Union.

Product overview

Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. is a family-owned HVAC service company serving Southwest Ohio since 1946. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of heating and cooling services including furnace, heat pump, boiler, air conditioning, and ductless mini-split installation, repair, and maintenance. They sell and professionally install major HVAC equipment brands including Amana, Thermo Pride, Goodman, Crown, Daikin, Weil-McLain, Spacepak, Unico, and Bosch. Their service offerings include commercial HVAC systems, indoor air quality solutions (air cleaners, purifiers, humidifiers, thermostats, carbon monoxide detectors), radiant floor heating, and zoned HVAC systems. The company provides a Preferred Customer Maintenance Agreement (PCMA) for ongoing maintenance with two annual visits and discounted repairs, along with financing options through Wright-Patt Credit Union. The company is licensed, bonded, and insured with ACCA-certified technicians and holds an A+ BBB rating.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Amana HVAC Systems Amana brand heating and air conditioning equipment sold and professionally installed by Robinson Heating & Air Conditioning, featuring proprietary MillionAir heat exchanger technology, energy efficiency, and industry-leading warranties. Available to residential and commercial customers in Southwest Ohio.
• Thermo Pride Fuel Oil Furnaces Thermo Pride brand handcrafted fuel oil furnaces and heating products known for high quality, reliability, durability, quiet operation, and high efficiency, with over 60 years of heritage. Sold and installed by Robinson for residential and commercial customers in Southwest Ohio.
• Goodman Air Conditioning & Heating Goodman brand residential and light commercial air conditioning, heating, and indoor air quality products sold and installed by Robinson, known for reliability, affordable pricing, and quick trouble-free installations built to industry-leading standards.
• Crown Oil Boilers Crown brand hydronic boilers including residential cast iron boiler lines, known for high quality and competitive pricing, and distribution through regional and national HVAC wholesale chains. Sold and installed by Robinson for residential and commercial customers.
• Daikin Comfort Products Daikin brand heating and cooling products including whole-home solutions, ductless systems, furnaces, and heat pumps featuring advanced technology, energy efficiency, and dual-fuel heating systems. Daikin is described as the worldwide leader in air conditioning, founded in 1924. Robinson is positioned as a licensed installer of Daikin products.
• Weil-McLain Hot Water and Steam Boilers Weil-McLain brand heating equipment for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings, headquartered in Michigan City, Indiana, known for quality, innovation, and energy-efficient hydronic heating solutions. Sold and installed by Robinson in the Middletown area.
• Furnace Installation, Repair, and Tune-Up Services Professional furnace installation, repair, and tune-up services for gas and electric furnaces, providing reliable heating solutions for homeowners across Southwest Ohio.
• Heat Pump Installation, Repair, Replacement, and Tune-Up Services Complete heat pump services including installation, repair, replacement, and tune-up for year-round heating and cooling efficiency for residential and commercial customers.
• Boiler Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Services Expert boiler services including installation, repair, and routine maintenance for hot water and steam heating systems for residential and commercial customers.
• Ductless Mini-Split Installation and Repair Services Ductless mini-split system installation and repair for flexible, efficient climate control without extensive ductwork, for residential and commercial customers.
• Air Conditioning Installation, Repair, and Tune-Up Services Full-service air conditioning solutions including installation, repair, and tune-up to keep cooling systems running efficiently for residential and commercial customers.
• Commercial HVAC Installation, Repair, and Maintenance Services Commercial HVAC services for businesses including rooftop units, split systems, boilers, and chillers, with installation, repair, and maintenance for various commercial properties such as offices, medical facilities, retail, restaurants, warehouses, schools, churches, and manufacturing facilities.
• Indoor Air Quality Products and Services Indoor air quality solutions including air cleaners, air purifiers, humidifiers, thermostats, and carbon monoxide detectors to improve health and comfort in homes and commercial spaces.
• Radiant Floor Heating Services Radiant floor heating installation and service for even, efficient warmth throughout homes for residential customers.
• Zoned HVAC Systems Zoned HVAC system services for tailored climate control in different areas of homes for residential customers.
• Preferred Customer Maintenance Agreement (PCMA) Annual maintenance contract providing two scheduled visits per year (spring and fall), flat-rate pricing on repairs, up to 15% discount on flat-rate pricing, and 24-hour emergency service for residential customers.
• HVAC Financing Solutions Flexible HVAC financing solutions offered in partnership with Wright-Patt Credit Union (WPCU) for new heating and air conditioning equipment purchases, with minimum amount financed of $500 and maximum of $50,000, based on credit approval.

Named customers5 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles8 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• AmanaminorOthersAuthorized dealer offering Amana brand heating and air conditioning equipment including furnaces, air conditioners, and heat pumps with industry-leading warranties.
• Thermo PrideminorOthersAuthorized dealer of Thermo Pride fuel oil furnaces and heating products known for handcrafted quality and hometown values.
• GoodmanminorOthersAuthorized dealer of Goodman brand residential and light commercial air conditioning, heating, and indoor air quality products focused on reliability and affordability.
• CrownminorOthersAuthorized dealer of Crown oil boilers and hydronic boilers for residential and commercial applications.
• DaikinminorOthersLicensed installer of Daikin Comfort heating and cooling products, including the only company in the world offering dual-fuel heating systems.
• Weil-McLainminorOthersMiddletown's authorized dealer of Weil-McLain hot water and steam boilers for residential, commercial, and institutional buildings.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning: National HVAC service provider (owned by Corpacq) operating across the U.S. and Canada with installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential and light commercial customers. Direct overlap on core services and customer segments, but with significantly broader geographic footprint and marketing scale.
• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC equipment manufacturer (Trane, American Standard) selling to residential and commercial markets. Comparable as one of the key OEMs Robinson installs and services, but operates at enterprise scale as a manufacturer rather than an installing contractor.
• Carrier Corporation: Global HVAC equipment manufacturer whose products (Carrier, Bryant, Payne) are sold and installed by Robinson. Comparable through the equipment-and-service ecosystem but operates at vastly different scale as an OEM versus a local installing contractor.
• ARS / Rescue Rooter: Large multi-brand residential HVAC, plumbing, and home services operator with national U.S. coverage. Highly comparable service mix (heating/cooling installation and repair, maintenance agreements), but operates at significantly greater scale and as part of a multi-trade platform.
• Lennox International: Global HVAC equipment manufacturer (Lennox, Dave Lennox Signature Collection, Allied Air) serving residential and light commercial markets. Comparable through product line alignment, though operates as an OEM rather than an installing dealer.
• Neighborly (Mr. Rooter / Aire Serv): Multi-brand home services franchisor and consolidator operating brands including Aire Serv (HVAC) and Mr. Rooter (plumbing). Comparable through the HVAC service model but as a multi-brand platform owner rather than a single-location operator.

Others

• R.E. Michel Company: HVAC distributor supplying heating and cooling equipment, parts, and supplies to contractors across the U.S. Indirect peer: enables the same install-and-service business model Robinson runs by supplying equipment and replacement parts to independent HVAC contractors.
• Watsco, Inc. Largest U.S. distributor of HVAC and refrigeration equipment, parts, and supplies (Carrier Enterprise, Baker Distributing). Adjacent enabler/ecosystem participant that distributes the same equipment brands Robinson installs, but does not provide installation services.
• Johnstone Supply: Cooperative HVAC/R refrigeration parts and equipment distributor serving independent contractors in the U.S. Adjacent enabler: provides the supply chain that supports Robinson's service operations, but does not compete for end customers.

Direct peers

• One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning: Franchise-based residential and light commercial HVAC service company operating across the U.S. with a similar service offering (installation, repair, maintenance) and direct-to-customer model. Comparable as the most direct competitor in residential HVAC services business model and target customer, but operating at much larger geographic scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/robinsonheating

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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