In this week’s episode, we chat with Ryan Kletz, President of Classic Air Care, Inc. Classic Air Care owns and operates in 3 cities and 5 different offices for One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning. In our conversation, we discuss the intricacies of acquiring and growing an HVAC business through franchising.   Key Takeaways: The story behind Classic Air Care joining the 1-Hour Heating & Air Conditioning franchise system in 2004 Hear firsthand how the art of selecting the right locations goes beyond geography How Classic Air Care evaluates potential acquisition targets and the challenges of replicating their culture across locations The importance of having a defined leadership structure and streamlined processes when expanding to new markets Valuable lessons learned from successful and derailed acquisition attempts ----- Additional Resources ➡️ Schedule a FREE Marketing Assessment today: https://lokalhq.com/marketing-assessment/ ----- 👉 Connect with Ryan Kletz LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-kletz-33775329/ Website: https://www.onehourcomfort.com ----- The Boost, a podcast for home service contractors. Join CMO of Lokal, Zach Wilson, as he explores leaders & innovators in home services, their personal journeys, thoughts and experiences with growth, marketing, and succession. Lokal digital marketing works exclusively with contractors specializing in HVAC, roofing, plumbing, and garage door companies to conquer their local turf and grow exponentially. All Aboard the Longship! Powered by Vikings™. For marketing tips, follow Zach Wilson on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook.