39 AC Replacement Contractors in Costa Mesa, CA

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Top-Rated AC Replacement Contractors in Costa Mesa

#1

JustinTime Plumbing Heating and Air

4.9(1,408 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

The overwhelming majority of JustinTime's 1,408 reviewers award five stars, with repeat customers accounting for a significant share of feedback. Four of nine…

331 W Bay St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627
#2

First Garage Door and Gate Repair Inc - Costa Mesa, CA

4.9(617 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

Every reviewer who leaves five stars for First Garage Door and Gate Repair Inc mentions Jonathan by name, praising his direct communication and hands-on…

600 Anton Blvd Suite 1100, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
#3

Signature Performance

4.8(657 reviews)
Highly Rated

All five highlighted reviews award 5 stars and each names either Raymond or Daniel as the primary point of contact. Customers repeatedly cite fast turnaround,…

2177 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

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Klondike Air Conditioning & Heating

4.9(355)
Highly Rated

All seven sampled reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically naming technicians Richard, Mathew, and…

1308 Logan Ave # E, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Cowboys Auto Repair

4.9(320)
24/7 Highly Rated

All three displayed reviews award 5 stars and mention a named technician by name: Mo completed an engine…

2285 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

JW Mitchell Heating and Air Conditioning

5.0(179)
Highly Rated

Across all 179 reviews, technicians Brian and the JW Mitchell team earn repeated praise for diagnosing…

1378 Logan Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Firestone Complete Auto Care

4.5(307)

Every one of the seven featured reviewers awarded 5 stars, and three specifically called out technicians by…

475 E 17th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Harbor Auto Service Center

4.9(152)
Highly Rated

152 reviewers awarded Harbor Auto Service Center a 4.9-star average, with every sampled review assigning 5…

1995 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of Costa Mesa

4.9(143)
24/7 Highly Rated

Five of seven reviewers awarded 5 stars and specifically praised named technicians Eddie, Julio, Ryan,…

555 Anton Blvd #150a, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Rallysport Engineering Inc

5.0(123)
Highly Rated

All 123 reviews award five stars, with customers consistently praising honest assessments backed by…

2015 B Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Sears Appliance Repair

4.7(142)

Seven of eight reviewers award five stars, with named technicians Humberto, Ramon, and Roger earning praise…

3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Midas

4.5(154)

Five-star reviews consistently call out Ray by name for transparent communication and zero-pressure…

1944 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Reliable Rooter & Plumbing, Inc.

5.0(86)

Every one of 86 reviewers awarded five stars, with zero detractors visible in the sampled feedback.…

2925 College Ave #A12, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Beach House Imports

5.0(81)

Five-star ratings dominate the reviews at Beach House Imports, with technicians Ty and Tim earning repeated…

1884 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Raul's Auto Services

4.8(76)

Every one of the 76 reviews awards 5 stars, with recurring praise for diagnostic accuracy that saves hundreds…

217 Avocado St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Popsicle Air

5.0(58)
24/7

Andrew and Daniel earn consistent recognition across reviews for professionalism, clear explanations, and…

2991 Randolph Av, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

C&F Auto - Servicing - BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen German Cars.

4.8(64)

Five of 64 reviewers explicitly name John as the primary contact, describing him as honest and…

2090 Placentia Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Mercedes Repair by Maurice

4.7(60)

Every reviewer awards 5 stars, with 60 customers collectively praising the shop's speed, transparent pricing,…

947 W 18th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

California Coast Tesla Repair

4.8(51)

Four of five reviewers highlight Jack's expertise and thoroughness, while one warns of unexpected upsell…

1425 Baker St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Costa Mesa Auto Service Center

4.5(64)

Across 64 reviews at 4.5 stars, customers consistently praise honest pricing and transparent communication.…

1747 Anaheim Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Brothers Plumbing Heating & Air

4.7(49)
24/7

Of 49 reviews totaling a 4.7-star average, negative feedback centers on pricing perception while five-star…

1675 Superior Ave, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Hi-Tek Automotive

4.7(43)

43 reviews yield a 4.7-star average with near-unanimous five-star ratings. Seven reviewers specifically call…

1927 Harbor Blvd Ste E, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

OC Auto Aid

5.0(22)

All 22 reviewers awarded 5 stars, with recurring praise for honest communication and no upselling. Multiple…

515 Hamilton St Building B, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Bavarian Independent

4.8(24)

Of 24 reviews, 23 land at five stars, with customers specifically naming Andy and Byron for their…

3017 Enterprise St STE B, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Newport Autotech Center

5.0(20)

All eight reviewers award 5 stars, citing Danny by name in six of those reviews. Common threads include…

728 W 16th St, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Basic Air

4.8(20)

All 20 reviewers rate Basic Air 5 stars, with 6 reviewers naming specific technicians including Ryan, Viktor,…

Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Costa Mesa HVAC Solutions

5.0(16)

All 16 reviewers awarded 5 stars and used near-identical language praising honesty, same-day turnaround, and…

2140 Newport Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Harbor Radiator

4.6(20)

All eight reviews award 5 stars, with five specifically praising fair pricing, three noting fast turnaround…

2129 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Ford's Automotive Services

4.6(20)

Six of eight reviewers award five stars, with Erik and Eric cited by name in four of those ratings. Negative…

705 Ohms Way, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Apollo Air Conditioning & Heating

5.0(15)

15 reviewers awarded Apollo Air Conditioning & Heating a perfect 5-star rating, with no scored critique…

427 E 17th St F1002, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

AC Replacement Costs in Costa Mesa

Replacement costs for aging systems in Costa Mesa. If repair cost exceeds 50% of replacement, replacement is usually more economical.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Central AC (3-ton, basic)
$5,060$7,360$10,120
Central AC (4-ton, mid-efficiency)
$6,900$9,660$12,880
Central AC (5-ton, high-efficiency)
$8,740$11,500$14,720
Full HVAC system (AC + furnace)
$10,663$12,356$12,972
Plus ductwork replacement
If existing ducts are aged/leaking
$1,932$2,760$3,680
Repair cost threshold50% rule: if repair > 50% of replacement, replace

Prices reflect Pacific coast metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.

AC Replacement in Costa Mesa, CA: What to Expect

Costa Mesa sits inside a mild Mediterranean pocket of the Los Angeles basin, with coastal highs often near 84°F and winter lows around 48°F, though inland valleys and Santa Ana events can push demand far higher. That variability keeps AC systems working through long summers and intermittent heat spikes, driving steady interest in ac-replacement Costa Mesa among 39 local contractors averaging a 4.6 rating from 5,481 reviews; eight offer 24/7 service.

Published cost details for common replacement items were not available in the supplied data, so homeowners should expect prices to vary by unit size, SEER rating, ductwork needs and installation complexity. California requires HVAC contractors to hold a C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning license from the Contractors State License Board, so always verify credentials and ask for a written estimate that breaks out equipment, labor and permits.

Customer highlight entries were not provided, so look instead for patterns in reviews: responsiveness, detailed estimates, warranty clarity and post-installation follow-up. In a market with dozens of firms and several 24/7 options, prioritize licensed technicians, documented timelines, and evidence of proper permitting; request references and photos of finished work to compare proposals before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC replacement in Costa Mesa runs $1,932-$14,720 depending on system size and efficiency. A 3-ton basic central AC costs $5,500-$11,000 installed, a 4-ton mid-efficiency system $7,500-$14,000, and a 5-ton high-efficiency unit $9,500-$16,000. Full HVAC replacement (AC + furnace combined) averages $11,590-$14,100.

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