A-1 Refrigeration Kalamazoo MI

Business Overview

A-1 Refrigeration is a family-owned HVAC, refrigeration, and plumbing business serving Kalamazoo and surrounding communities since 1949. The company focuses on commercial and industrial refrigeration while also handling residential heating, air conditioning, and plumbing needs. Trained service technicians provide 24/7 emergency service for urgent repairs and breakdowns.

They work on large-scale refrigeration systems for foodservice and manufacturing, and on homes with older plumbing and HVAC systems common in this part of southwest Michigan.

Key Services

• Refrigeration equipment: commercial and industrial installation, repair, and maintenance
• HVAC: installation, replacement, routine maintenance, and system repair
• Plumbing: inspections, installations, repairs, sewer and drain services
• Appliance repair and major appliance refinishing
• Gas line installation and repair, water heater installation and repair

Typical service calls include furnace tune-ups before Kalamazoo winters, AC repairs during hot, humid summers, and refrigeration checks for small restaurants along the I-94 corridor.

Areas Served

A-1 Refrigeration serves Kalamazoo MI and nearby towns. Service area highlights:

• Kalamazoo, Portage, Oshtemo, and Texas
• Comstock, Antwerp, Cooper, and Westwood
• Gun Plain, Alamo, Prairie Ronde, and Martin Township
• Mendon Township, Leonidas Township, and Volinia Township

Company History

Founded in 1949, A-1 Refrigeration began as a small refrigeration shop serving local businesses. Over the decades it added HVAC and plumbing services to meet changing customer needs. The company kept its local presence while expanding technical capabilities, including sheet metal work and mechanical contracting.

The business retained a personal approach typical of Kalamazoo-area firms, while adding trained technicians and service programs for commercial clients.

Leadership

Leadership remains tied to the family that founded the company. Today’s managers combine decades of field experience with a local perspective on building systems and municipal codes. Staff are trained on commercial refrigeration standards and on residential HVAC and plumbing practices common to southwest Michigan housing stock.

The team participates in local trade associations and supports maintenance plans for neighborhood businesses and institutions.

Specialties & Highlights

• Commercial and industrial refrigeration expertise for restaurants and food processors.
• Sheet metal and mechanical contracting for custom ductwork and installations.
• 24/7 emergency response for breakdowns in winter and summer.
• Tailored service programs and preventive maintenance for local businesses.

Why Locals Choose A-1 Refrigeration

Residents and businesses in Kalamazoo rely on A-1 Refrigeration Kalamazoo MI for steady service, practical repairs, and experienced technicians. Their long local history, combined with emergency availability and work across plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration, makes them a pragmatic choice for the city’s mixed residential and commercial needs.

Hours: Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–5:00 PM. Emergency service is available outside regular hours.