16 HVAC Repair Contractors in Richmond, CA

3.3 avg rating
432 total reviews5 offer 24/7 service
Need emergency service? 9 HVAC providers in Richmond offer 24/7 availability

Top-Rated HVAC Repair Contractors in Richmond

#1

Honrath & Stacey Plumbing & Heating

4.9(213 reviews)
Highly Rated

All six detailed reviews award 5 stars, with technicians Joey, James, and Lincoln named across multiple positive experiences. Customers specifically praise the…

4026 Macdonald Ave A, Richmond, CA 94805
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#2

Fuse Service

4.9(118 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

All eight sampled reviews carry 5-star ratings, with three reviewers specifically naming individual technicians (Yurii, Denis, Andy) for professionalism or…

173 Lakeshore Ct, Richmond, CA 94804
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#3

Element Home AC Company

5.0(28 reviews)

All 28 reviews award 5 stars, with multiple reviewers specifically praising transparent pricing and no-pressure estimates. Technicians Tanner, Nick, Ricky, and…

3288 Pierce St #336C, Richmond, CA 94804
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All HVAC Repair Contractors (16 total)

O.s heating & Air Conditioning

5.0(17)
24/7

All 17 reviews award 5 stars, with Oscar and Victor named as technicians across multiple positive accounts.…

5419 Solano Ave, Richmond, CA 94805
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Metro Heating

4.9(11)
24/7

All 11 reviewers gave 5-star ratings, with multiple customers emphasizing same-day or 24-hour response times.…

256 24th St, Richmond, CA 94804
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All Things Good

4.6(11)

5 of 11 reviewers award 5-star ratings citing the team's kindness, reasonable communication, and price…

6112 Sutter Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
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AC Heating and Cooling Service Inc.

5.0(8)

Six of eight reviews specifically praise same-day or emergency response times, with three mentioning extreme…

12651 San Pablo Ave Suite 5267, Richmond, CA 94805
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Air Conditioning Champ

5.0(7)

All seven reviews award 5 stars, with customers consistently praising thorough technician explanations,…

449 S 24th St, Richmond, CA 94804
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United Heating and Cooling

5.0(6)

All 6 reviews award 5 stars, with customers uniformly praising fast installation timelines, professional…

3119 Henderson Dr, Richmond, CA 94806
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Estes Refrigeration, Inc.

4.0(10)
24/7

Three of six detailed reviewers awarded 5 stars, praising the engineering department's expertise and…

1400 Potrero Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
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Bell HVAC/DUCT Clean Services

3.7(3)

Two of three reviewers awarded 5 stars, praising Oscar's crew for heater installations and noting quiet…

5005 Montoya Ave, Richmond, CA 94805
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Systems Mechanical Inc

0.0
660 Marina Way S, Richmond, CA 94804
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Conditioned aire

0.0
544 Pedie Perez Ave, Richmond, CA 94804

Baja Mechanical Inc.

0.0
24/7

Baja Mechanical Inc. is a newly listed contractor in the directory with zero reviews to date. Prospective…

1515 Ohio Ave, Richmond, CA 94804
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Claremont Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

0.0
5327 Jacuzzi St, Richmond, CA 94804
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Club America Air Conditioning & Heating

0.0
51 Washington Ave #115, Richmond, CA 94801
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HVAC Repair Costs in Richmond

Typical heating and cooling repair costs in Richmond, by component.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Diagnostic / service call
$74$118$196
Thermostat replacement
$147$270$490
Blower motor replacement
$392$637$1,078
Heat exchanger replacement
$1,470$2,156$3,430
Ignitor replacement (gas furnace)
$147$245$392
Control board replacement
$294$539$882
Full system repair (major)
Multi-component failure
$490$1,176$2,940

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

HVAC Repair in Richmond, CA: What to Expect

Richmond occupies the East Bay shoreline where marine breezes from the San Francisco Bay typically moderate summer temperatures. However, heat events have pushed inland neighborhoods well into the 90s, and the 2021 heat dome proved that even coastal communities can spike past 100 F. This shift has driven growing demand for HVAC Repair in Richmond, where 16 contractors serve the area with an average rating of 3.3 based on 432 reviews. The need for reliable cooling systems has become essential for Bay Area homeowners.

California contractors must hold the C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license from the CSLB to work legally. Homeowners in Richmond typically pay between $74-$196 for a diagnostic or service call, $147-$490 for thermostat replacement, and $392-$1078 for blower motor replacement. These costs reflect the complexity of modern systems and the specialized knowledge required for installations in the Bay Area's older housing stock, where duct sealing and mini-split installations remain common.

Customer reviews highlight consistent patterns across top-rated contractors. Element Home AC Company holds a perfect 5.0 rating across 28 reviews, with multiple customers praising transparent pricing and no-pressure estimates. Technicians Tanner, Nick, Ricky, and Chad receive named recognition for their work. Honrath & Stacey Plumbing & Heating and Fuse Service both maintain 4.9 ratings, with technicians like Joey, James, Lincoln, Yurii, Denis, and Andy cited specifically for professionalism and responsiveness across multiple reviews.

Frequently Asked Questions

HVAC repairs in Richmond range from $74-$3,430 depending on the component. Thermostat replacement runs $150-$500, blower motor $400-$1,100, ignitor $150-$400, and heat exchanger replacement $1,500-$3,500. Diagnostic fees of $75-$200 are typically credited toward the repair if you proceed.

All HVAC Contractors in Richmond, CA

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