Austin’s Role in the Introduction of Central A/C

There’s no doubt that the heat we experience here in Texas makes central A/C a household necessity. It’s something we’ve become accustomed to, but maybe never gave much thought to how it got its start. Interestingly enough, an Austin neighborhood played an early role in this invention eventually becoming a fixture in every home. Read here to learn how Austin helped introduce central A/C nearly 70 years ago.
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