Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted HVAC Partner in Cincinnati Since 1936
Founded in 1936, American Heating & Air Conditioning has served Greater Cincinnati for over eight decades as a family-owned HVAC authority. Our three-generation legacy combines deep industry experience with technical expertise in heating, cooling, and indoor air quality solutions. We specialize in installation, repair, and maintenance of HVAC systems including air conditioners, furnaces, ductless mini-splits, and geothermal systems. Our team holds specialized certifications as Carrier Factory Authorized Dealers and Aprilaire specialists, ensuring high-quality service and equipment.We offer customized comfort solutions with 10-year parts warranties on major brands while maintaining rigorous maintenance protocols through our American Plan and Multiple HVAC Plan agreements. Our commitment to documentation, energy efficiency, and customer education helps homeowners maximize system longevity and energy savings. With priority service for agreement holders and 20% parts discounts, we focus on long-term relationships through transparent service practices and transferable maintenance agreements.
Services
Air Conditioning
Heating
Ductless Mini Splits
Indoor Air Quality
Geothermal
Details
- Year established: 1936
Highlights and features
- 85+ years of local HVAC expertise since 1936
- Family-owned business with generational industry knowledge
- Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer with 10-year parts warranties
- 20% discount on replacement parts with maintenance agreements
- Transferable maintenance agreements enhance home resale value
Associations and certifications
- Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer
- Home Builders Association Member
Services
Air Conditioning
We provide comprehensive air conditioning solutions including installation, repair, and maintenance of residential and commercial cooling systems. Our technicians service all major brands and offer energy-efficient upgrades with 10-year parts warranties. Regular maintenance improves system efficiency and extends equipment lifespan.
Heating
Our heating services cover furnace and boiler installation, repair, and maintenance with expertise in high-efficiency systems. We specialize in Carrier furnaces and hybrid heat dual fuel systems with comprehensive maintenance agreements. Annual checkups ensure optimal winter performance and energy savings.
Ductless Mini Splits
We install and service ductless mini-split systems for homes without existing ductwork. These zoned solutions offer precise temperature control with energy-efficient operation. Our technicians provide expert consultation for multi-zone configurations and system sizing.
Indoor Air Quality
Our IAQ specialists offer air purification systems, humidifiers, and ventilation solutions to improve indoor air quality. We install Aprilaire Spacegard Air Cleaners and Carrier Infinity systems with MERV ratings up to 16 for maximum contaminant removal.
Geothermal
We provide geothermal heating and cooling solutions that utilize ground-source energy for maximum efficiency. Our systems reduce energy costs by up to 70% with environmentally-friendly technology. We handle complete installation and maintenance of geothermal loop systems.
People
William M. Dempsey, Sr.
Founder
Took over the company in 1944 after naval service. Established the business as American Heating & Engineering in 1936 following his release from the US Navy.
William J. Dempsey, Jr.
President 1956-1985
Served as President for 29 years. WWII Marine Corps fighter pilot who joined the business after military service and expanded its HVAC expertise through technical innovation.
David W. Dempsey
President 1985-2013
Led the company for 28 years until his passing in 2013. Graduate of St. Xavier High School and Xavier University who served on ACCA and Home Builders Association boards.
Michael W. Dempsey
Current Manager
Assumed management in 1999 after Dave Dempsey's injury. University of Dayton graduate with construction management expertise who continues the family legacy through modern HVAC innovations.
Questions
What HVAC services do you offer in Cincinnati?
We provide complete HVAC services including air conditioning, heating, ductless mini-splits, geothermal systems, and indoor air quality solutions for residential and commercial clients.
Do you offer maintenance agreements for HVAC systems?
Yes, we offer the American HVAC Plan ($205/year) for single systems and Multiple HVAC Plan ($375/year) for multi-unit systems with priority service and 20% parts discounts.
Are financing options available for HVAC installations?
Yes, we offer financing options for new HVAC installations. Complete our online application or contact our office for personalized financing solutions.
What makes your company different from other HVAC contractors?
We're a third-generation family business serving Cincinnati since 1936 with Carrier Factory Authorized status, transferable maintenance agreements, and documented service history for warranty protection.
