FORT SMITH, Ark. - Ruud Heating & Cooling announced its top 10 producing 2004 Ruud Reliable Top Contractors from across the country. The contractors are ranked based on their total Ruud equipment purchases during 2004, which exceeded sales from hundreds of contractors throughout the nationwide Ruud contractor network.

This year's top 10 list actually includes 11 contractors due to a tie for 10th place. The 2004 Ruud Reliable Top 10 Top Contractors are: Neese-Jones Heating & A/C, Alpharetta, Ga.; Schell Heating & A/C, Covington, Ga.; Jimmy Weeks, Fayetteville, Ga.; Classey Heating & Air Conditioning Inc., Marietta, Ga.; Bexar Air, San Antonio; Kendall County Air Inc., Boerne, Texas; Wilson Heating & Air, Dallas; Wilson's Heating & A/C, Van Buren, Ark.; Ace & A Heating & A/C, Lawrenceville, Ga.; Middle Georgia Mechanical, East Dublin, Ga.; and D & W Airflow, Covington, Ga.

New contractors to the list include first-place finisher Neese-Jones Heating & A/C; Classey Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.; and Bexar Air.

"We're honored to recognize these Ruud Reliable Top Contractors who have built successful companies by going the extra mile for their customers through outstanding sales and overall dedication and commitment," said Gary Wehunt, marketing programs manager.

Publication date: 11/07/2005