81 AC Replacement Contractors in San Francisco, CA

4.8 avg rating
2,446 total reviews5 offer 24/7 service
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Top-Rated AC Replacement Contractors in San Francisco

#1

Discount Plumbing San Francisco

5.0(481 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

All 481 reviews award 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically naming technicians (Kyle P., Kevin, Ricardo, Miguel, Josue, Omar) and praising their clear…

4321 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94114
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#2

Art Electrical Services And More

5.0(353 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

All five-star reviews across 353 ratings praise the contractor's diagnostic skill and transparent pricing. Reviewers frequently mention same-day availability…

1588 20th Ave, San Francisco, CA 94122
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#3

Arch Plumbing Inc.

4.9(294 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

Nearly 300 reviewers consistently praise the team's technical skill and dedication, with specific technicians like Carissa, Erick, Gerson, Mark, and Clarice…

121 Quint St Ste 5E, San Francisco, CA 94124
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J&A Plumbing and Rooter

4.8(264)
Highly Rated

All eight sampled reviews award five stars, with technicians Roger, Rojelio, Alex, and Jose named…

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Lutz Plumbing Inc

4.9(120)
Highly Rated

120 reviews averaging 4.9 stars, with named technicians Edwin, Sean, Jimmy, Julian, and Phil appearing across…

3123 17th St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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Vent Mg Air Duct Cleaning

5.0(103)
Highly Rated

All 103 reviews award 5 stars, with customers consistently praising improved airflow, professional equipment,…

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J J Rooter & Plumbing

4.9(94)

Ninety-four reviewers award J J Rooter an exceptional 4.9-star average, with multiple five-star reviews…

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Duboce Triangle Air Conditioner Repair

5.0(55)

All 8 sampled reviewers award 5 stars, with consistent praise for same-day emergency response, technician…

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HVAC Expert Inc Twin Peaks

5.0(52)

All 52 reviews award 5 stars, with seven named customers praising specific scenarios: same-day heatwave…

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Harris Water Heaters, Inc

4.3(86)

86 reviews yield a 4.3-star average, with customers consistently praising specific technicians Jorge, Randy,…

Accomplish Water Heater Service

5.0(41)

All 41 reviews award 5 stars, with Beni named across multiple reviews for same-day response and consultative…

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Rooter Hero Plumbing & Air of San Leandro

4.8(37)

All 37 reviews award 5 stars. Reviewers frequently mention specific technicians by name, with Francisco,…

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Inner Sunset Top Heating and Air

4.9(34)
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All 34 reviews are 5-star ratings, with customers repeatedly mentioning prompt arrival, thorough diagnostics,…

2151 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
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Animo Plumbing

4.2(59)

Positive reviews emphasize same-day emergency response and thorough diagnostics that uncover hidden problems.…

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Air Control Incorporated

5.0(28)

All 28 reviews award 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically praising same-day arrival during…

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Ingleside Air Duct Cleaning

5.0(28)

All 28 reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically praising same-day service availability, technician…

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Valencia Electric

5.0(24)

All 24 reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically naming Pedro as the technician who resolved complex…

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Healthy Duct Cleaning

3.6(79)

Of 3 reviews analyzed, 2 award 5 stars citing professional communication and quality work, while 1 assigns 1…

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AttiCal Insulation and Rodents

5.0(22)

All 22 reviewers awarded 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically naming David, Adrien, and Angel S. as…

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Visitacion Valley Heating and Air Conditioning

5.0(21)

All 21 reviews award 5 stars, with recurring praise for same-day heating repair, thorough ductwork sealing,…

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ARIAS CONTRACTOR

5.0(21)

All 21 reviews award 5 stars, with clients specifically praising Tomas's project coordination, communication,…

450 Justin Dr, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Bay Air Heating & Cooling

5.0(20)

All 20 reviews award 5 stars, with emergency response during heatwaves, honest diagnostics without…

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Acosta Heating & Sheet Metal

5.0(18)

All 18 reviewers award 5 stars, with 5 specifically naming Ron as the technician who performed the work.…

1000 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108
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Castro Air Conditioner Repair

5.0(17)

Eight reviewers mention emergency same-day or same-hour arrival, with several praising the technician for…

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Maintech Service

4.9(16)

All 16 reviewers awarded 5 stars, with Ron and Kenton named across multiple reviews for water heater…

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Apollo Heating & Ventilating

5.0(15)

All eight publicly visible reviews award 5 stars, with four reviewers specifically naming technicians Chris…

1005 Geneva Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
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Pacific Radiant Heat & Construction

4.3(23)

All five reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with each mentioning specific technicians by name. Emergency…

1039 Goettingen St, San Francisco, CA 94134
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Bay Quality Comfort

5.0(14)

All 14 reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically naming Tylor, Tyler Bruns, and Jonathan for their…

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Allen Plumber Sewer & Drain

4.9(14)

All 14 reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically naming Patrick (3 mentions), Bruce (2), Leonard,…

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AAA HVAC Repair San Francisco

5.0(13)
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All 13 reviews award 5 stars, with customers frequently praising same-day response, sub-hour repair…

2238 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94110
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AC Replacement Costs in San Francisco

Replacement costs for aging systems in San Francisco. 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 San Francisco, CA: What to Expect

San Francisco's cool marine Mediterranean climate, marked by foggy summers averaging 68 F and mild winters near 46 F, keeps cooling demand among the lowest in California. The persistent marine layer pushes most HVAC work toward heating and ventilation rather than air conditioning, yet when AC Replacement in San Francisco becomes necessary, homeowners find 81 contractors serving the area with an average rating of 3.9 across 2,657 reviews.

Modern AC replacement costs in San Francisco reflect system specifications and installation complexity. A basic 3-ton central AC runs $5,060 to $10,120, while a mid-efficiency 4-ton unit costs $6,900 to $12,880. High-efficiency 5-ton systems reach $8,740 to $14,720. California requires HVAC contractors to hold the C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license from the CSLB, ensuring professional installation standards.

Homeowners consistently highlight specific technicians across top-rated firms. Discount Plumbing San Francisco earns perfect 5-star ratings across 481 reviews, with clients naming Kyle P., Kevin, and Ricardo for clear communication and on-time arrival. Art Electrical Services And More receives similar praise for diagnostic skill and transparent pricing, while Arch Plumbing Inc. draws commendations for technical expertise with technicians like Carissa and Erick named repeatedly.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC replacement in San Francisco 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.

All HVAC Contractors in San Francisco, CA

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