Fresh Air Heating and Cooling Systems INC.

What Fresh Air Heating and Cooling Systems INC. does

Fresh Air Heating and Cooling Systems Inc. is a family-owned HVAC and indoor air quality service contractor headquartered in Chesterfield, Missouri, founded in 1987 by Mike and Meg Sinn and now operated by their children. The company serves residential and light commercial customers across St. Louis County and St. Charles County in Missouri, covering 19 or more municipalities. Its core offerings span installation, repair, and maintenance of central air conditioning, ductless mini-split systems, heat pumps (including hybrid dual fuel configurations), gas and electric furnaces, smart thermostats (including ecobee), water heaters, and indoor air quality systems such as air filtration, electronic and UV purifiers, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, ERVs, and HRVs. All technicians are NATE-certified, NCI-certified, licensed, and OSHA-trained, and are paid on an hourly rather than commission basis. The company holds the Carrier President's Award, Daikin Comfort Pro dealer status, Trane Comfort Specialist designation, an A rating from the BBB, and 10 consecutive years of the Angie's List Super Service Award; it is licensed in Missouri under HVAC contractor license #X0167 and mechanical contractor license #MB14-000136.

The business generates revenue through five streams: HVAC repair services (diagnostic fees of $59-$89 plus hourly labor and parts, with a 1-year parts-and-labor warranty on repairs), equipment installation and replacement (with manufacturer rebates of up to $1,700 and a 5-year labor warranty on new Carrier equipment), recurring Premier and Silver maintenance memberships (bi-annual tune-ups, priority service, diagnostic fee waivers, 15% parts/labor discount, $25 annual rebate), customer referral rewards ($100 for equipment referrals, $25 for maintenance referrals), and third-party financing referrals to Wells Fargo and Green Sky offering 1-, 3-, 5-, 7-, and 10-year terms. Go-to-market is direct-to-consumer field service supported by phone scheduling (7am-7pm, 7 days a week), a website with online booking, same-day and 24/7 emergency service, and a multi-channel digital presence including Google (1,865 reviews, 5 stars), Angie's List, Facebook, Twitter/X, YouTube, email, and content marketing. Pricing is per-visit and per-project, with full system quotes requiring on-site consultation.

The customer base is entirely small-ticket and distributed: no enterprise logos are disclosed, residential homeowners are the primary segment, and commercial businesses are secondary. Family ownership has remained continuous since founding with no disclosed institutional investors, no funding rounds, no subsidiaries, and no M&A activity. The company operates from a single Chesterfield hub and dispatches across the two-county service area.

Name

Fresh Air Heating and Cooling Systems INC.

Legal name

Fresh Air Heating and Cooling Systems Inc.

Website

https://ineedfreshair.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Fresh Air Heating & Cooling is a family-owned HVAC contractor founded in 1987 in Chesterfield, MO, providing residential and light commercial heating, cooling, ductless, water heater, and indoor air quality installation, repair, and maintenance across St. Louis and St. Charles counties.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential HVAC Services

NAICS

Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (23822), Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors (238220)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

HVAC System Replacement & Change-Outs (HSAOAGAB), HVAC System Cleaning & Coil Service (Indoor Units) (HSAOAHAK), Humidifier & Dehumidifier Installation & Service (HSAOAIAJ)

Keywords

• Residential HVAC services
• Heating and cooling repair
• HVAC installation
• Indoor air quality
• HVAC maintenance plans

Headquarters

HQ city

Chesterfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. HVAC Repair Services: On-demand repair services for air conditioning, heating, furnaces, heat pumps, and other HVAC equipment. Revenue generated through diagnostic fees ($59-$89), hourly labor charges, and parts. Warranty provided (1-year parts-and-labor on repairs).
2. Equipment Installation and Replacement: Installation and replacement of HVAC systems including central AC, furnaces, heat pumps, ductless systems, water heaters, and smart thermostats. Revenue from equipment sales markup and installation labor. Manufacturer rebates available (up to $1,700).
3. Maintenance Program Memberships: Recurring membership revenue from Premier and Silver tier maintenance plans. Includes bi-annual tune-ups, priority service, diagnostic fee waivers for return service, $25 annual rebate check, and 15% discount on parts, service, and labor.
4. Referral Program: Referral rewards program where existing customers earn gift cards ($100 for equipment installation referrals, $25 for maintenance plan sign-ups) when friends purchase and install equipment or sign up for maintenance plans.
5. Financing Partnerships: Third-party financing through Wells Fargo and Green Sky for equipment purchases, generating referral or processing fees. Offers flexible financing options (1, 3, 5, 7, and 10 years on qualifying equipment).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Fresh Air Heating & Cooling is a family-owned HVAC and indoor air quality service contractor that installs, repairs, maintains, and replaces residential and light commercial heating, cooling, ductless, heat pump, smart thermostat, indoor air quality, and water heater systems in the St. Louis metro area. Services are delivered via on-site technician visits, supported by a recurring maintenance membership program and manufacturer partner equipment (Carrier, Daikin, Trane).

Product overview

Fresh Air Heating & Cooling is a family-owned HVAC service contractor offering a comprehensive portfolio of heating, cooling, and indoor air quality services for residential and commercial properties in the St. Louis area since 1987. The company provides installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement services across multiple product categories including central air conditioning, ductless mini-split systems, heat pumps (including hybrid dual fuel systems), furnaces (gas and electric), smart thermostats (including ecobee), indoor air quality systems (air filtration, purifiers, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, ERVs, HRVs), and water heaters. The company operates under a Premier and Silver tier maintenance membership program offering bi-annual tune-ups and discounts. They install equipment from Daikin (ductless) and Carrier (furnaces and central AC), and back repairs with a 1-year warranty and new Carrier equipment with a 5-year labor warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Air Conditioning Services Comprehensive AC services including installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of central air conditioners, ductless systems, and heat pumps for residential and commercial properties in the St. Louis metro area.
• Central AC Whole-house central air conditioning systems installed, repaired, and maintained by certified HVAC professionals for residential customers.
• AC Replacement Air conditioning system replacement featuring Daikin ductless equipment and Carrier equipment, with professional sizing, installation, and 5-year labor warranty on new Carrier equipment.
• AC Repair Air conditioning repair services with NATE- and NCI-certified technicians, featuring a 1-year parts-and-labor warranty on all repairs.
• Furnace & Heater Services Complete heating services including installation, repair, maintenance, and replacement of gas and electric furnaces, heat pumps, and ductless heating systems for residential customers.
• Furnaces Gas and electric furnace installation, repair, and maintenance services for residential heating.
• Furnace Replacement Furnace replacement services using Carrier equipment, with professional assessment, sizing, and installation by NCI- and NATE-certified technicians.
• Furnace Repair Furnace repair services available 24/7 for emergency heating issues, including gas and electric furnace diagnostics and repairs.
• Ductless AC Ductless mini-split air conditioning and heating systems for homes without ductwork, featuring wall-mounted blower units with independent temperature control.
• Heat Pump Heat pump installation, repair, and maintenance services providing both cooling and efficient heating through reversible refrigerant cycles, including hybrid heat dual fuel systems.
• Smart Thermostats Smart WiFi thermostat installation and repair services, including ecobee smart thermostats with remote control via smartphone apps and home automation features.
• Maintenance Program Preventive HVAC maintenance program with Premier and Silver membership tiers, including bi-annual tune-ups (40+ point heat pump tune-up, 32 point gas tune-up), priority service, 15% discount on parts and labor, and $25 annual rebate.
• Indoor Air Quality Indoor air quality solutions including air filtration systems, air purifiers (electronic and UV), humidifiers, dehumidifiers, ERVs, and HRVs to improve air circulation and reduce contaminants.
• Air Filtration & Purifiers Whole-house air filtration systems and electronic/purifiers to remove pollutants and improve indoor air quality.
• Humidifiers and Dehumidifiers Whole-house humidification and dehumidification systems to maintain optimal moisture levels and prevent mold growth or dry air discomfort.
• Water Heater Services Water heater installation, repair, and replacement services for residential hot water needs.
• Water Heater Replacement & Installation Professional water heater installation services ensuring proper sizing and efficient operation.
• Water Heater Repair Water heater repair services to address inconsistent temperatures, unusual noises, leaks, and other issues.

Quantifiable outcome

• Save up to $1,700 with manufacturer rebates on new heating and cooling systems
• +4 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• CarriercoreTechnology or IntegrationCarrier is a major HVAC equipment manufacturer. Fresh Air Heating & Cooling installs Carrier equipment for furnace replacement and other HVAC needs. The company has won the Carrier President's Award and offers a 5-year labor warranty on new Carrier equipment installed.
• DaikincoreTechnology or IntegrationDaikin is a leading HVAC equipment manufacturer. Fresh Air Heating & Cooling installs Daikin ductless equipment for air conditioning replacement and new installations. Company is a Daikin Comfort Pro dealer.
• GoogleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGoogle provides the business review platform where Fresh Air Heating & Cooling maintains a 5-star rating with 1,865 reviews. Customers are encouraged to leave Google reviews.
• Angie's ListminorGTM or Marketing PartnerAngie's List is a customer review and referral platform. Fresh Air Heating & Cooling has won the Angie's List Super Service Award 10 consecutive years.

Scale indicators6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• ARS / Rescue Rooter: Large multi-brand residential services platform covering HVAC, plumbing, and drain cleaning across many U.S. metros. Comparable as a broader incumbent operating in the same residential HVAC services category with substantially greater scale and marketing reach.
• Lennox International: Major HVAC equipment manufacturer serving residential and light commercial markets. Comparable as a competing OEM whose product line, dealer programs, and rebate structures influence Fresh Air's equipment selection and pricing.
• Daikin: Global HVAC manufacturer whose Daikin Comfort Pro program Fresh Air participates in for ductless installations. Comparable as an OEM partner whose ductless product portfolio and dealer economics are central to Fresh Air's replacement revenue.
• Trane Technologies: Global HVAC manufacturer whose Trane brand Fresh Air is certified to install as a Trane Comfort Specialist. Comparable as a major OEM whose equipment, rebates, and contractor programs shape the residential HVAC service economics Fresh Air operates within.
• Carrier Global: Global HVAC equipment manufacturer whose Carrier brand Fresh Air installs and whose President's Award Fresh Air has won. Comparable as the upstream OEM whose pricing, rebates, and warranty programs materially shape Fresh Air's installation economics.

Direct peers

• One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning: National residential HVAC service franchise operating in markets across the U.S. with similar installation, repair, and maintenance offerings. Directly comparable to Fresh Air in service mix, customer base (homeowners), and field-service delivery model.
• Coolray Heating & Air Conditioning: Regional residential HVAC service company providing installation, repair, and maintenance across the Southeast U.S. Closely comparable in scope, customer segment, and brand-partnered service delivery to a regional contractor like Fresh Air.
• Fire & Ice Heating and Air Conditioning: Mid-sized residential HVAC service contractor operating across multiple Midwest and Mid-Atlantic markets. Comparable to Fresh Air as a multi-truck residential service operator with installation, repair, and maintenance offerings.

Others

• ServiceTitan: Vertical SaaS platform purpose-built for residential and commercial trades contractors including HVAC. Comparable as the technology backbone many HVAC contractors of Fresh Air's size use for dispatch, membership billing, and customer reviews — relevant ecosystem peer rather than a direct competitor.

Regional players

• Gibson Heating & Air Conditioning: Midwest-based residential HVAC contractor with a comparable family-owned orientation and similar install/repair/maintenance service mix. Comparable as a regional peer focused on residential comfort services in a defined metro footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/FreshAirSTL
• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCIoTsE4RzdyJd-kAzZuqcAw?view_as=subscriber
• Facebookfacebook.com/freshairheatingandcooling
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fresh-air-heating-and-cooling

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

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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