5 AC Repair Contractors in Signal Hill, CA

4.9 avg rating
1,118 total reviews2 offer 24/7 service
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Top-Rated AC Repair Contractors in Signal Hill

#1

Primo Plumbing & Heating

4.9(346 reviews)
Highly Rated

346 reviews averaging 4.9 stars with five-star ratings spanning garbage disposal installs, water heater replacements, drain cleaning, and furnace rebuilds.…

2831 Junipero Ave STE 603, Signal Hill, CA 90755
#2

AAA CALVERT Electrical, Heating and Air Conditioning

4.9(324 reviews)
Highly Rated

All five detailed reviews award 5 stars, with two technicians named across multiple accounts. Four reviewers mention honesty, fair pricing, or the absence of…

1348 E 29th St, Signal Hill, CA 90755
#3

Advance Mechanical Contractors

4.9(170 reviews)
Highly Rated

Eight recent reviewers all award 5 stars, with three naming specific technicians (Ray, Frank, David) and three describing same-day or rapid response service.…

1301 E Burnett St, Signal Hill, CA 90755

All AC Repair Contractors (5 total)

Marathon Plumbing, Heating and AC Repair

4.6(149)

Six reviewers specifically name their technicians (Mark, Mario, Joe, Whitney) and commend diagnostic…

2525 Cerritos Ave, Signal Hill, CA 90755

Coastline Environmental Solutions - Mold Remediation Long Beach

4.9(96)
24/7

All five reviewers who cited specific technicians awarded five-star ratings, with three mentioning same-day…

2480 Brayton Ave, Signal Hill, CA 90755

SERVPRO of Northwest Long Beach

4.9(33)
24/7

Four of four reviewers who provided detailed accounts explicitly praised communication and process…

1442 E 33rd St, Signal Hill, CA 90755

AC Repair Costs in Signal Hill

Typical repair costs for Signal Hill homeowners, by problem type.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Diagnostic / service call
Usually credited toward repair
$71$114$190
Refrigerant recharge (R-410A)
$143$333$665
Capacitor replacement
$114$238$428
Fan motor replacement
$238$428$665
Compressor replacement
$760$1,710$2,660
Evaporator coil repair
$380$855$1,425
Labor (hourly rate)
Per hour during business hours
$71$105$143

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

AC Repair in Signal Hill, CA: What to Expect

Signal Hill sits inside the Los Angeles basin where mild Mediterranean winters and warm summers create steady demand for cooling. Summer highs near 84°F push residences and small businesses to maintain reliable systems, while inland heat spikes and Santa Ana winds drive occasional surges in service calls. With five contractors serving the area and an average rating of 4.9 from 1,107 reviews, residents have multiple high-rated options for ac-repair Signal Hill needs.

Specific pricing details weren’t provided, but costs for AC repair in the metro vary by the type of work—diagnostics, refrigerant service, compressor or fan motor replacement, and emergency callouts influence totals. Expect labor, parts and system access to affect estimates; multi-stage systems or older units typically cost more to service. California requires HVAC contractors to hold the C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license through the CSLB, so confirm licensure before agreeing to work.

No individual customer highlights were supplied, so patterns across reviews are the best proxy: fast response times, clear estimates, and warranty transparency tend to correlate with higher ratings in this market. Homeowners should request written estimates, inquire about parts warranties and emergency availability, and verify the C-20 license number to ensure the contractor meets state requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC repair in Signal Hill typically costs $71-$2,660 depending on the problem. Diagnostic calls run around $75-$200, refrigerant recharges $150-$700, capacitor replacement $120-$450, and compressor replacement $800-$2,800. Most contractors apply the diagnostic fee toward the final repair cost if you proceed.