Your Trusted Partner in Houston HVAC
Tru Comfort. Tru Honesty. TruFlo.
Family-owned, repair-first, and committed to your comfort since 2004.
How We Got Here
TruFlo started as a small, family-run Houston HVAC company back in 2004. What began as a one-truck operation grew steadily through referrals, repeat customers, and a simple approach: do honest work at a fair price.
Founder Sotero Bonilla established the business, and the second generation, Javier Bonilla and William Bonilla, stepped in to modernize operations while keeping the same values that built the business. We recently rebranded from Popular A/C & Heating to TruFlo Mechanical LLC, a name that better reflects who we are today.
“Tru” stands for truth, honesty, and integrity. “Flo” represents the airflow, efficiency, and comfort we deliver to every home and business we serve. Same team, same values, same number. Just a clearer name for what we’ve always been.
The People Behind TruFlo
We’re a tight-knit team of HVAC professionals who take ownership of every job. No call centers, no runaround, just real people who care about getting it right.
William Bonilla
Co-Owner and Office Manager
William Bonilla is a Co-Owner and the Office Manager of TruFlo Mechanical LLC.
Sotero Bonilla
Co-Owner, Lead Technician, and Quality Control
Sotero Bonilla is a Co-Owner, Lead Technician, and Quality Control with 30+ years of experience. He holds TDLR License TACLB23855E.
Javier Bonilla
Co-Owner and Lead Technician
Javier Bonilla is a Co-Owner and Lead Technician with 15+ years of experience.
Cynthia Fraire
Dispatcher and Receptionist
Cynthia Fraire is TruFlo's Dispatcher and Receptionist.
Ulises Romero
Technician
Ulises Romero is a Technician at TruFlo Mechanical LLC.
Christian Rodriguez
Technician
Christian Rodriguez is a Technician at TruFlo Mechanical LLC.
TruFlo Mechanical LLC, doing business as TruFlo A/C & Heating for residential work, formerly Popular A/C & Heating, 7025 W. Tidwell Rd., Suite H111, Houston, TX, https://truflohvac.com, (713) 545-8062.
What Sets TruFlo Apart
Repair-First Philosophy
We fix what can be fixed. Replacement is a last resort, not the first recommendation. This saves you money and extends your system's lifespan.
Family Heritage
Two generations of HVAC expertise. Founded in 2004, TruFlo is still family-owned and operated. Houston locals serving their neighbors with integrity.
Expert Knowledge
Sotero Bonilla is Co-Owner, Lead Technician, and Quality Control with 30+ years of experience. Javier Bonilla is Co-Owner and Lead Technician with 15+ years of experience.
Transparent Service
We explain what's wrong in plain English. You'll understand the problem, the cost, and your options before we start any work.
Our Team
Every TruFlo technician is a trained HVAC professional, not a salesperson. Here’s what backs up every service call we make.
Certified and Background-Checked
Every technician holds current EPA Section 608 certification for safe refrigerant handling and environmental compliance, and every technician on our team is background-checked.
Ongoing Training
Our team completes 20+ hours of continuing education annually, staying current with the latest HVAC technologies and best practices.
Licensed & Insured
TDLR License TACLB23855E is held by co-owner Sotero Bonilla. TruFlo Mechanical LLC operates under that license. Fully insured for your protection on every job.
Houston Locals
Our technicians live in the communities they serve. They understand Houston’s climate, homes, and the specific demands local conditions place on HVAC systems.
How We Work
Whether it’s a residential repair or a commercial installation, we follow the same standard: diagnose accurately, quote transparently, and deliver quality work the first time. No shortcuts, no surprises.
We don’t just claim to be honest. We prove it through documented diagnostics, written estimates, and work you can verify. That’s what “Tru” means to us.
Common Questions About TruFlo
TruFlo was founded in 2004 and is still family-owned and operated. We have served Greater Houston for more than 20 years, growing through referrals and repeat customers.
Yes. TDLR License TACLB23855E is held by co-owner Sotero Bonilla. TruFlo Mechanical LLC operates under that license. The company carries full insurance on every job.
Yes. We serve Houston homes and commercial properties, from single-family AC repair to commercial systems for offices, retail, restaurants, and multi-family buildings.
We service all major brands including Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, and York. Our technicians are trained and certified to work on virtually any residential or commercial system.
Ready to Experience the TruFlo Difference?
Schedule your service today and feel the difference honest HVAC service makes.