57 HVAC Service Contractors in Salinas, CA

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#1

Salinas Ace Hardware

4.6(376 reviews)

Seven of eight reviewers award 4-5 stars, with positive feedback consistently citing knowledgeable staff members Yvonne, Larry, Scott, and helpful assistance…

1215 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901
#2

Sears Appliance Repair

4.7(307 reviews)

Eight reviewers each name a specific technician, with Mike, Sal, Jorge, and Angel each appearing in multiple five-star accounts describing clear communication…

1700 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906
#3

Alvarez Plumbing

4.9(230 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

Six of six randomly sampled reviews award 5 stars, with technicians Hector, Juan, David, and Doug named directly. Same-day service appears in two reviews, and…

365 Victor St, Salinas, CA 93907

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Home Air

5.0(135)
Highly Rated

All 135 reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with Vic specifically named in multiple positive accounts.…

Soria Contracting and Solutions - Restoration and Remediation Services

5.0(62)
24/7

All 62 client reviews award perfect 5-star ratings, with every reviewer commenting on the teams efficiency…

1099 Madison Ln A, Salinas, CA 93907

Thermo King of Salinas, Inc.

4.3(115)

Six of eight reviewers awarded five stars, with specific technicians named in every positive account.…

1 Elvee Cir, Salinas, CA 93901

LJ Mechanical Heating & Cooling

5.0(54)

Fifty-four reviewers collectively award LJ Mechanical a perfect 5-star rating, with multiple customers noting…

Fairwinds Refrigeration and HVAC

4.9(51)

Eight recent reviewers collectively award top marks, with each citation addressing responsiveness or…

Shalom Drywall

5.0(41)

All 41 reviewers award 5 stars, with every customer mentioning the company's reliability and cleanliness.…

Napoli Cir, Salinas, CA 93905

Premium Heat and Air Inc

5.0(40)

Every reviewer awarded 5 stars, with multiple clients specifically naming Jose for his three-decade field…

OSS HVAC

5.0(38)

All 38 reviews award 5 stars, with customers consistently praising Alberto's personal involvement, he answers…

Semco Cooling

3.4(208)

3 of 7 reviewers report wait times exceeding 6 hours for loading, while 2 positive reviews cite efficient…

20 Harris Pl, Salinas, CA 93901

831 Heating Inc.

4.9(36)

All three featured reviewers awarded 5-star ratings and named Felipe directly as the technician performing or…

18570 Van Buren Ave, Salinas, CA 93906

Ace Hardware of Salinas

4.0(73)

Positive reviews highlight employee helpfulness and named staff members including Luis and Beka, while…

1561 N Sanborn Rd, Salinas, CA 93905

Associated Services Heating Solar & Air

4.4(36)

All five-star reviews cite specific technician names, Chris (four mentions), Isaiah (two), and Richard (one),…

1355 Abbott St #8, Salinas, CA 93901

Center for Employment Training - CET Salinas

4.5(33)

All six reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with multiple students specifically mentioning instructor support…

24 E Alvin Dr, Salinas, CA 93906

Salinas Valley Cooling

2.7(323)

12 negative reviews cite excessive wait times ranging from 2-6 hours after check-in, contrasting with 4…

860 Work St, Salinas, CA 93901

SEB Heating and Cooling

5.0(21)

Eight reviewers award perfect 5-star ratings, with two customers specifically noting same-day or hour-level…

Slakey Brothers

4.5(23)

Five of eight detailed reviews award 5 stars, with three 1-star ratings stemming from contractor-only access…

601 Work St, Salinas, CA 93901

GV Air Mechanical

5.0(15)

All eight reviewers awarded perfect 5-star ratings, with six clients specifically naming technician Gabriel…

Ferguson Plumbing Supply

4.3(24)

Seven of eight reviewers awarded five-star ratings, with positive feedback consistently praising the counter…

807 Eden St, Salinas, CA 93901

BR Energy Solutions - HERS Rater Testing, Title 24, HVAC Design

5.0(14)

Fourteen reviewers awarded perfect five-star ratings with only positive feedback. Multiple clients…

Coastal Cooling

2.9(98)

Seven of eight reviewers cite significant wait times, ranging from 2 to 22 hours for pickup. Positive reviews…

1350 Schilling Pl, Salinas, CA 93901

Seabright Heating and Cooling. inc

5.0(13)

All 13 reviewers award 5 stars, with Richard Lemus named as the technician in multiple positive accounts.…

Coastline Mechanical

5.0(12)

All 12 reviewers award 5 stars, with 4 specifically mentioning same-day or 24-hour response times for…

Val's Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

4.2(20)
24/7

All 5-star reviewers highlight professional courtesy and diagnostic skill, with three specifically naming…

413 Front St, Salinas, CA 93901

Bizarro And Sons Garage Door's Services

5.0(8)
24/7

All 8 reviews award perfect 5-star ratings, with customers consistently praising quick turnaround times and…

2199 San Miguel Canyon Rd, Salinas, CA 93907

Super Air Heating and Cooling

3.4(24)

4 reviews show a mixed picture. Two clients awarded 5 stars, praising communication and thorough repairs. The…

Johnstone Supply

5.0(7)

All seven reviewers awarded five stars, with six specifically naming team members Troy, Eric, or Javier.…

1528 Moffett St, Salinas, CA 93905

CLEAR AIR HEATING & COOLING INC

5.0(5)

All five clients awarded 5 stars, with four explicitly naming Christian as their service technician.…

HVAC Service Costs in Salinas

General HVAC service pricing across maintenance, repair, and installation in Salinas.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Service call / diagnostic
$71$114$190
Routine tune-up (single system)
$67$119$190
Standard repair (avg)
$143$570$1,140
Major repair (compressor, heat exchanger)
$1,425$2,375$3,325
New system installation (mid-range)
$6,175$9,975$13,300
Full HVAC replacement
AC + furnace combined
$11,011$12,759$13,395

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

HVAC Service in Salinas, CA: What to Expect

Salinas’ cool, foggy marine climate keeps summer temperatures mild and humidity high, so many locals rely more on year-round heating than heavy air conditioning. That steady need shapes demand for local technicians: 57 contractors serve the area, averaging a 3.5 rating across 2,484 reviews, and six firms advertise 24/7 service—hvac-service Salinas is often about comfort maintenance as much as outright cooling.

Specific cost ranges were not provided in the data set, so homeowners should request itemized estimates for diagnostics, furnace tune-ups, and heater replacements. California requires a C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license from the CSLB, so verify that any quote comes from a licensed C-20 contractor and ask what parts, labor, and warranties are included before committing.

Customer highlights were not available in the supplied information, but the middling average rating suggests variable experiences across providers. Look for technicians experienced with salt air and persistent humidity, clear estimates, documented warranties, and references. Confirm emergency response options—six companies list round-the-clock support—and prioritize contractors who can demonstrate consistent maintenance records and CSLB C-20 licensing.

Frequently Asked Questions

HVAC service pricing in Salinas ranges from diagnostic calls around $75-$200 to full system replacements at $11,000-$14,000. Routine tune-ups run $70-$200, standard repairs average $150-$600, and major component replacements (compressor, heat exchanger) can reach $2,800-$3,500.

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