A respected leader in the industry and the community

Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning has been Central Iowa’s trusted name for existing and new-construction residential and commercial HVAC design, installation, service, maintenance and repair, as well as commercial plumbing. We’ve built a reputation for delivering the finest high-efficiency heating and cooling solutions, including furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, geothermal systems and more. As a Carrier® Factory Authorized Dealer, we offer a broad line of high-efficiency equipment from the industry leader.

Treating customers and each other with honesty, respect and integrity

The core values at Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning can be summarized with “We take service personally.”

That means we seek employees who:

Share our passion for helping people stay comfortable and save money in their homes and businesses.
Take personal satisfaction in a job well done and in constantly improving their skills.
Treat every customer the same way we'd treat our friends and family, with honest advice that allows customers to make decisions that are in their best interest.
Care about helping each other and our customers.
Treat everyone with respect and integrity, not because that's what builds employee and customer loyalty, but because it's the right thing to do.

Bell Brothers is committed to serving customers with the best-trained technicians that are knowledgeable about the latest HVAC technology. We’re the only HVAC service company in Greater Des Moines to have an on-site state-of-the-art training facility. We also use technology and innovation to give customers better service and added convenience.

History

Serving Central Iowa Since 1955

In 1955, brothers Bob and Maurice Bell opened Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning Inc. in Des Moines, Iowa. Operating the company on family values and high standards, the company grew substantially through the years — with several building expansions and business acquisitions designed to provide the highest level of service to our loyal customers.

Today, Bell Brothers continues that legacy of family values and high standards. Owner Jason Gassmann, who joined the company in 2002, is dedicated to continuing Bob Bell’s values. Throughout our history, taking care of employees so they can take care of customers has remained our top priority.

Bell Brothers Jason Gassmann in front of previous leadership photos

A Six-Decade Success Story

Scroll through our timeline for Bell Brothers milestones.

1955
1960
1965
1977
1990
1993
1995
2011
2013
2014
2017
2018
2020

1955

Brothers Bob and Maurice Bell open Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., at 610 College Ave. in Des Moines. They would remain in that location for 10 years.
1960

Maurice Bell passes away. Bob Bell continues operating the business he and his brother started together several years earlier.
1965

Bell Brothers buys a building operated by a local coal company. The move gives Bell Brothers more space and capacity and establishes their current location at 2822 6th Ave. in Des Moines.
1977

After more than two decades in business, Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning takes an important step in its continued growth when it acquires Riccelli's Heating and Air.
1990

Grant Bell, son of Bob Bell, is appointed president of Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning. He will continue to serve in that role, leading the company for 21 years, until 2011.
1993

When massive flooding hits his competitor, Schaal, Bob Bell invites the company to use the Bell Brothers sheet metal shop, helps install equipment and loans Schaal a building to keep business afloat.
1995

Chuck Gassmann joins Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning after working with Carrier Corporation for more than 17 years.
2011

Bob Bell passes away at 89, leaving a legacy of community and industry leadership. Chuck Gassmann purchases Bell Brothers, becomes president and dedicates himself to Bob Bell’s values.
2013

Bob Bell becomes one of only 25 Carrier Dealer Hall of Fame members in the United States for his vision, enthusiasm, high standards and industry leadership.
2014

Bell Brothers expands and renovates its headquarters, adding a state-of-the-art training facility and working lab. The company is also named one of Iowa’s top 100 workplaces.
2017

Jason Gassmann becomes president of Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
2018

For the 4th year in a row, Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning is named as a recipient of the coveted Carrier President’s Award.
2020

Jason Gassmann, president of Bell Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., becomes sole owner after purchasing it from his father, Chuck Gassmann.