United Refrigeration Inc

United Refrigeration Inc has served the Athens commercial market since 1975 as a certified refrigeration and HVAC equipment wholesaler. With a 4.6-star average across seven verified reviews, the company stocks thousands of SKUs across major brands including Copeland, Tecumseh, Trenton, Bohn, Larkin, Manitowoc, and Scotsman. Their Athens branch at 109 Old Commerce Road supplies parts, compressors, motors, and complete HVAC systems to licensed contractors across Northeast Georgia including Commerce, Jefferson, Watkinsville, and Gainesville. The wholesaler operates Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM and maintains a will-call counter for contractor pickup.

What distinguishes United Refrigeration from typical supply houses is their extensive inventory depth and rapid special-order capability. Reviewers note the Athens location carries items "they have it all or can get it quickly," with many products added specifically per contractor requests. Their product portfolio spans commercial refrigeration equipment, residential and commercial HVAC split systems, mini-splits, VRV-VRF systems, indoor air quality components, ice machines, and water filtration systems. The branch also stocks specialty items like heat pumps, hydronic heating equipment, and food service refrigeration units that smaller distributors often cannot accommodate.

Two customer stories illustrate the hands-on service contractors can expect. Erica Andrews specifically praised Mike for being "so helpful" during her parts inquiry, highlighting a positive counter experience. However, contractor Wes Wilson reported a contrasting experience, describing "poor attitude and poor service" both on the phone and in person. This mixed feedback suggests service quality may vary depending on which staff member assists the contractor. The majority of reviewers emphasize the Athens branch is well-stocked and the sales floor is well-lit, indicating professional commercial operations.