It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Bob Larkin, former President of Busby's Heating & Air. For our owner, Rick Busby, Bob was much more than a former President and business partner. He was a mentor, brother-in-law, lifelong friend, and an important part of his life from childhood through the years they spent building Busby's together. In Rick's words: "My first memory of Bob Larkin goes back to my childhood. Bob took me squirrel hunting, gathering spring lizards for us to go fishing, frog gigging, and many other outdoor excursions. As a mentor, Bob taught me more about design and engineering than I think I could have learned anywhere else. He proved to be an invaluable source of knowledge, and he held a young college kid to standards that helped shape my character and work ethic. I owe him a lot. Bob was so much more than a brother-in-law and business mentor and partner. He was my friend. We had many, many hunting and fishing experiences over the years, and Bob always looked out for me. He was a tough guy with a big heart and he will be greatly missed." Bob's influence on Busby's and the people around him will not be forgotten. We are grateful for the years of leadership, wisdom, friendship, and memories he leaves behind. Our thoughts and condolences are with Bob's family, friends, and everyone who had the privilege of knowing him. https://www.augustachronicle.com/obituaries/robert-milton-bob-larkin

We are incredibly honored to announce that Busby's Heating & Air has been voted the 2026 Cyber City's Best Heating & A/C Company! This recognition means so much to our entire team because it comes directly from our customers and the communities we have proudly served for more than 80 years. Every service call, maintenance visit, installation, and customer interaction is an opportunity for us to earn your trust. Being named Cyber City's Best is a reflection of the dedication our entire team brings to work every single day, and we couldn't be more grateful. Representing Busby's at this year's Cyber City's Best Awards Gala was our Sales & Talent Development Manager, Jeff Asselin, who proudly accepted the award on behalf of our entire team. While Jeff had the honor of accepting the recognition on stage, this award belongs to every member of the Busby's family, from our customer service representatives and dispatchers to our installers, service and maintenance technicians, warehouse staff, and support team. Their commitment to excellence is what makes achievements like this possible. Most importantly, this award belongs to our customers. Thank you for inviting us into your homes, trusting us with your comfort, recommending us to your friends and family, and taking the time to vote for us. Your support allows us to continue providing dependable heating and cooling solutions with honesty, integrity, and exceptional customer service. From all of us at Busby's Heating & Air, thank you for voting us Cyber City's Best Heating & A/C Company for 2026. We look forward to continuing to earn your trust and keeping you comfortable for many years to come.

Busby's Care's is supporting the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Augusta, GA.

This May, Busby's Cares is partnering with WLJ Angel Gowns for a donation matching campaign centered on compassion, remembrance, and support for families experiencing the loss of an infant. WLJ Angel Gowns transforms donated wedding dresses into beautifully handcrafted gowns for babies. Each piece is created with intention and care, offering families a meaningful way to honor their child. These gowns provide not only a gentle sense of comfort, but also a lasting keepsake during an incredibly difficult time. Throughout the month, every donation made in support of WLJ Angel Gowns will be matched, allowing each gift to go twice as far in helping provide these special garments to families in need. It's a simple yet powerful way to extend kindness and support to others in our community. This campaign captures the heart of Busby's Cares by partnering with organizations that lead with compassion and creating opportunities for our community to get involved in meaningful ways. When we come together, we can help ensure that every family facing loss is met with care, support, and understanding. We invite you to join us in supporting WLJ Angel Gowns this month. Your generosity helps create something truly special for families when they need it most. To learn more about the campaign or to make a donation, please visit www.wljangelgowns.org

At Busby's, caring for our community is at the heart of everything we do. This April, through Busby's Cares, we're proud to partner with Hope House for a donation matching campaign focused on providing support, safety, and stability for individuals and families facing hard times. All month long, donations made to Hope House are being matched, doubling the impact and helping expand access to critical resources for those in need. Hope House serves our community by offering shelter and essential resources to individuals and families in crisis. Their work creates a safe place for people to rebuild, regain independence, and move forward with hope. Through Busby's Cares, our mission is to improve the quality of life for our team, our customers, and our community. Partnering with organizations like Hope House allows us to live out that purpose in a real and impactful way. We invite you to join us in supporting Hope House during this month's campaign. Every donation goes further, every dollar is matched, and every act of generosity helps strengthen our community. Together, we can give more, care more, and do more for those around us.

Busby's Heating & Air Conditioning is proud to announce a new partnership between Busby’s Cares and Golden Harvest Food Bank to help fight food insecurity across the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA). As part of the initiative, Busby's Cares will donate 25 meals for every HVAC checkup completed in 2026. Through this effort, routine heating and cooling maintenance will directly translate into meals for families, seniors, and children facing hunger in our community. "Busby’s Cares is rooted in our purpose of improving the quality of life for our team, our community, and our customers," said Kristen Munn, President of Busby's Heating & Air Conditioning. "By tying every HVAC checkup to 25 meals, our customers become part of something bigger – helping us bring comfort not just into homes, but onto tables across our community." Golden Harvest Food Bank serves communities throughout Georgia and South Carolina by distributing food throughout a network of partner agencies and hunger-relief programs. This partnership allows Busby’s customers to make a measurable impact simply by maintaining their home comfort systems. In addition to the meal donation initiative, the Busby's team plans to support Golden Harvest through volunteer efforts and ongoing community awareness campaigns throughout the year. This partnership reflects Busby's long-standing commitment to community involvement. Through Busby's Cares, the company continues to extend its mission beyond heating and cooling – striving to improve the quality of life throughout the CSRA. Community members interested in scheduling an HVAC checkup or learning more about Busby’s Cares initiatives can visit https://www.busbys.com/busby-s-cares or follow along on Busby’s Cares social media for updates.

March in Motion: Supporting The RECing Crew through Busby's Cares At Busby's, each month our Busby's Cares initiative is an opportunity to highlight organizations that are making a meaningful difference in the lives of others. In March, we were proud to partner with The RECing Crew, a local nonprofit bringing joy, connection, and opportunity to individuals with disabilities across the CSRA. Founded by families and friends of individuals with disabilities, The RECing Crew was built on a simple but powerful idea: everyone deserves access to fun, enriching recreational experiences. With over 200 participants ranging in age from 6 to 88, their programs create opportunities for people of all abilities to stay active, build friendships, and explore new interests. Their wide range of offerings includes: Art programs, ballet, jazz, and tap dance, chorus and music, MMA, boxing, Karate, jazzercise, recreational sports, baseball leagues, social clubs and group activities. One of the most impactful aspects of The RECing Crew's mission is their commitment to affordability. By keeping program costs low, they ensure that more families can participate without financial barriers. That's where community support plays an important role. Through our March donation matching campaign, Busby's Cares helped amplify every dollar given up to an additional $2,000. Those donations directly support operational costs, equipment, and resources that keep these programs running strong. If you'd like to explore their programs, volunteer opportunities, or ways to give, visit: www.therecingcrew.com

February marked a milestone moment for our Busby's Cares initiative, one that showcased the power of community, collaboration, and shared purpose. We had the honor of spotlighting Mad Hatter Farm, an incredible local organization dedicated to creating meaningful opportunities for individuals with special needs. Mad Hatter Farm is more than just a farm… inspired by and in memory of their daughter Cassie, it's a place where people of all abilities are empowered to grow, learn, and thrive. Their work fills a vital gap in the community as the only handicap-accessible farm and animal sanctuary in the CSRA. What made February especially memorable was how quickly this campaign grew beyond what we imagined. As part of our commitment, Busby’s Cares pledged to match donations up to $2,000. But the momentum didn’t stop there. Inspired by the cause, Maxwell's Plumbing and Drain stepped forward with an incredible offer to match our match - contributing an additional $2,000 once our original match was met. With the support of our community, $4,000 was raised for Mad Hatter Farm. Thanks to the combined matching efforts, that amount was doubled, resulting in an incredible $8,000 total impact. February’s campaign was a perfect example of what we envisioned when we launched Busby's Cares. It's not just about giving; it's about creating a ripple effect of generosity that spreads throughout our community. We're incredibly thankful to everyone who contributed, shared, and supported this effort. And a special thank you to Maxwell's Plumbing and Drain for stepping up and helping take this campaign to the next level. To learn more about Mad Hatter Farm and the difference they are making in our community, visit https://www.madhatterfarm.org

This past January, through our Busby’s Cares initiative, we were proud to spotlight an organization making a difference in our community: Child Enrichment. For decades, Child Enrichment has served as a lifeline for children who have experienced abuse, neglect, or trafficking. Their mission to provide intervention, advocacy, and prevention services has helped protect children and guide them toward healing and hope. Through programs like their Child Advocacy Center and CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates), they have ensured that every child had a voice and access to the care, support, and resources they needed. These essential services have been provided free of charge, made possible by the generosity of donors and community partners. Through our donation matching campaign, every dollar given to Child Enrichment went twice as far. Busby’s proudly matched donations up to a total of $2,000, amplifying the generosity of everyone who participated. Child Enrichment has served thousands of children across the CSRA, helping them navigate difficult circumstances and find hope again. The support shown in January helped continue that mission by providing safe spaces, advocacy, and resources for children who needed it most. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who gave during this campaign. While January’s campaign has ended, the need for support continues. If you’d still like to make a difference, you can learn more or contribute by visiting their website: https://www.childenrichment.org/donate