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LOVE AIR CONDITIONING
Celebrating 65 Years and Four Generations of Honesty, Community, and Family Values
BY AARIKA COPELAND
In Claremore, Oklahoma, there’s one name that’s synonymous with cooling, heating, and family: Love Air Conditioning. This family-owned and operated business, now in its 65th year, has deep roots in the community, with a story that spans multiple generations.
It all began in 1959 when Julie Fleetwood’s father, a proud World War II veteran, started the business as a sheet metal shop. Over the years, the company transformed, first into selling AC window units and eventually becoming a trusted provider of residential central air conditioning. Today, Tim and Julie Fleetwood run Love Air Conditioning, representing the third and fourth generations of family leadership.
Julie, born and raised in Claremore, shares, “We want our community to thrive. We’re honest, and we care about our community and the people in it.” Her dedication to the area runs deep, as Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she has worked to support multiple non-profit organizations, area hospitals, and RSU, while Tim has been a key player in community development through his involvement with the Claremore Industrial Board, serving for 34 years and even chairing it for 7 of those years. “We’re active members in the community,” Julie emphasizes, a sentiment echoed in everything the business stands for.
Growing with the Community
With a heart for their hometown, Tim and Julie have maintained a strong focus on providing top-notch HVAC services to Rogers County. What started as the oldest sheet metal shop in Oklahoma has grown into a full-service heating and cooling company. From residential cooling and heating to air filtration, humidification, and even industrial manufacturing services, Love Air Conditioning handles it all. They specialize in both replacements and new constructions, and they’ve mastered the art of ductwork design and installation, thanks in part to their 36-year relationship with American Standard, a leading HVAC brand.
“We take a lot of classes,” Tim explains. “Refrigerant operations and equipment have changed over the years, and they’re changing again at the beginning of the year. It’s important that we stay ahead of the curve.”
Committed to Service and Integrity
Not only do they focus on staying updated with the latest HVAC technologies, but they’ve also made a name for themselves in the ductless unit market. “The last few years we’ve been number one for Samsung mini splits, which are perfect for adding heating or air conditioning to a new room or your garage,” Tim shares.
Perhaps what stands out most about Love Air Conditioning is their commitment to integrity. Tim’s philosophy is simple, “We go out to try and fix the unit, not sell a system our customers don’t need. We treat every house as if it’s our own.” This hands-on, customer-first approach has earned them a loyal following over the years.
They even rely on local resources, like BancFirst, to help homeowners finance their projects affordably. “We like to support local,” Tim notes. It’s just one more way the Fleetwoods show their dedication to their community.
The Fleetwoods continue to embrace the values that Julie’s father instilled in the company all those years ago, while also looking ahead to the future of the HVAC industry.
As the community of Claremore grows, so does Love Air Conditioning, providing homes and businesses with the comfort they need, backed by decades of expertise and a heart full of love for their hometown.
Love Air Conditioning
122 W WILL ROGERS BLVD, CLAREMORE, OK 74017 (918) 341-0508 | WWW.LOVEAIRCONDITIONING.COM
