§ Ch. 03 · The Family
The Johnsons
of Las Vegas.
One couple opened the shop in 1970. Four of their sons still run it. Between them: more than a century in the trade, one valley, and the same phone number.
§ 04
Fifty-Five Years, Counting
A brief history - 1970
- Ed and Terrie Johnson open Lin-Air Installation Co. in Las Vegas.
- 1976
- Business incorporates and continues expansion through the Vegas building boom.
- 1990s
- Brent and Brad Johnson join the family trade. Brent heads sales & service; Brad takes duct cleaning and filter work.
- 2000s
- Layne Johnson joins as Vice President and construction project manager. Angela and Camille begin running the front office (2004).
- 2013
- First A/C Pro President's Circle Award — would go on to win nine consecutive years (2013–2021).
- 2014
- Angie's List Honor Roll recognition — held ever since.
- Today
- Lance Johnson handles commercial and residential replacements. Four brothers, one shop, same phone number as 1970.