Our story · 1976–2026
Fifty years keeping the Big Country comfortable
What started as one man with a truck and Carrier training is now a Hawkins team that still answers its own phone — backed by Accurate Air Solutions.
Where it began
It started with Tom
Tom Hawkins trained at Carrier's Engineering Design School in 1970, and in March 1976 he opened Hawkins Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Inc. right here in Abilene. The idea was simple, and it hasn't changed: do honest work, treat people like neighbors, and stand behind the job.
Over 50 years, Tom and Lee Ann built one of the most trusted names in Big Country HVAC — a Carrier Hall of Fame dealer with two national awards. They've since retired, and the name they built carries on.
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Credentials
Earned, not claimed
We don't lead with awards. But when they mean something, here they are.
Carrier Hall of Fame
Inducted in 2013 — a recognition Carrier reserves for its top dealers.
Factory Authorized
Carrier Factory Authorized, with NATE-certified technicians.
Contractor of the Year
ACCA National, 1995. Plus Abilene Chamber Small Business Person of the Year, 1991.
Licensed in Texas
TACLA00001993C. Fully licensed and insured.
Then & now
Same name, same standards — a deeper bench
Hawkins Air Conditioning is now the residential HVAC arm of Accurate Air Solutions, LLC and is led by Josh Strasdin and the Hawkins team. Debbie and Amber still answer the phones here in Abilene.
What that means for you: the same trusted name and standards Tom built, now with more depth, more equipment, and more people behind the truck. We're carrying the tradition forward — and answering when you call.
A DBA of Accurate Air Solutions, LLC.
In the community
We show up for Abilene off the clock, too
Every fall, our crew joins Heat the Town — a Saturday fixing heat for neighbors who can't afford the repair. We also support Meals on Wheels and St. Paul UMC. Fifty years in one town means these aren't strangers. They're neighbors.
McMurry Athletics
We put our name behind the War Hawks
Hawkins Air Conditioning is a corporate sponsor of McMurry University Athletics. McMurry opened its doors in Abilene in 1923. Tom opened this shop in 1976. Between the two of us that's more than 150 years in the same town.
No gimmick attached to it. Just our name on the list of people backing a school that has been good for Abilene.
Why we signed on
What the Big Country says
Our AC went out in the middle of this August 2026 heatwave. Austin, Josh, and Brandon found the part needed and fixed our (very) old unit. In short, they worked hard in the heat so we wouldn’t have to live in the heat!
Great service. Great price. Best of all, Josh answered when I called with follow-up questions. Hawkins will be our first call for any HVAC needs.
Thank you guys for such fantastic service. Brandon explained the issue well, took care of the problems, and was a pleasure to work with. So nice having cool air back in the house!
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Tell us what's going on — we'll call you right back.
- Straight answer and a price before we touch a thing
- Debbie or Amber picks up — no phone tree
- Same-day when we can · 24/7 for emergencies
Or call now (325) 692-3645