15 HVAC Service Contractors in South Lake Tahoe, CA

4.2 avg rating
562 total reviews2 offer 24/7 service
Need emergency service? 2 HVAC providers in South Lake Tahoe offer 24/7 availability

Top-Rated HVAC Service Contractors in South Lake Tahoe

#1

Environmental Inspections & Construction, Inc

4.8(89 reviews)

All 89 reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with Cameron, Daniel, Mike, Brandon, Armando, and Chauntel named across multiple accounts. Common praise points…

2301 Lake Tahoe Blvd #7, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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#2

Riley Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

4.7(80 reviews)
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Eighty reviews yield a 4.7 average rating, with multiple customers specifically mentioning same-day emergency response and technicians who explained repair…

987 Edgewood Cir D, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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#3

Lake Tahoe Plumbing & Heating

4.0(127 reviews)

Of 127 reviews, the sampled feedback shows consistent 5-star ratings with customers naming specific technicians including Brendan, Ryan, and Drew. Multiple…

1611 Shop St #2A, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Rudy's Plumbing & Heating

4.5(63)

All six detailed reviews award 5 stars, with three specifically mentioning same-day or next-day service…

2229 Lake Tahoe Blvd F, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Sears Appliance Repair

4.5(58)

5 of 8 reviewers gave 5-star ratings, with technicians Michael, Adam, Mike, and Francine singled out by name…

1030 Tata Ln, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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All Plumbing svc. GENERAL CONTRACTOR & PLUMBER

4.5(42)
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Eight customer reviews reflect strong satisfaction, with seven five-star ratings citing same-day service,…

1173 Nottaway Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Nixon Heating Air Conditioning

3.8(56)

3 of 5 detailed reviews mention specific technicians (Javier, Doug, Wendy, Wyatt, Gabriel, Matt), with…

2141 James Ave #9, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Heating & Air Conditioning

4.8(10)

All 10 reviews assign five stars, with consistent praise for same-day job completion, transparent pricing,…

1034 Emerald Bay Rd #416, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150

Western Nevada Supply Company

4.8(9)

All four named reviewers awarded five stars, with three specifically mentioning helpful problem-solving and…

2141 James Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Clark Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

3.4(17)

Four of six detailed reviews praise the team's responsiveness and same-day service capability, while two…

2178 Eloise Ave, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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All Seasons Plumbing & Heating

4.4(7)

Four of five reviewers highlight same-day or same-hour emergency response capability, and three reviewers…

1963 Tucker Ave #2, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96158
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Alpine Refrigeration

5.0(2)
2344 Kaska St, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Horizon Air conditioning and heating

5.0(1)

The sole reviewer awarded 5 stars and specifically recommended asking for Todd, praising both the quality of…

927 Muskwaki Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Closed

5.0(1)

A single 5.0-star review represents the current client feedback, indicating satisfaction with the service…

1622 Meadow Vale Dr, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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Bobs Heating

0.0
1802 Santa Fe Rd, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150
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HVAC Service Costs in South Lake Tahoe

General HVAC service pricing across maintenance, repair, and installation in South Lake Tahoe.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Service call / diagnostic
$81$130$216
Routine tune-up (single system)
$76$135$216
Standard repair (avg)
$162$648$1,296
Major repair (compressor, heat exchanger)
$1,620$2,700$3,780
New system installation (mid-range)
$7,020$11,340$15,120
Full HVAC replacement
AC + furnace combined
$12,517$14,504$15,228

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

HVAC Service in South Lake Tahoe, CA: What to Expect

South Lake Tahoe sits at high elevation in the Sierra Nevada, where winters bring regular sub-zero nights, January lows around 18 F, and more than 200 inches of annual snowfall. Summers remain brief and mild, rarely pushing past 80 F. This climate creates an extended heating season from October through May, driving consistent demand for HVAC Service in South Lake Tahoe. Six contractors serve the area, maintaining an average rating of 4.4 based on 148 customer reviews.

Homeowners typically pay between $81 and $216 for a service call and diagnostic, while routine tune-ups range from $76 to $216. Standard repairs can cost anywhere from $162 to $1,296 depending on the issue. California requires all HVAC contractors to hold a C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license from the CSLB to operate legally in the region.

Rudy's Plumbing & Heating earns the highest rating at 4.5 stars, with technicians Travis, Casey, and Jose frequently mentioned for same-day or next-day response. Heating & Air Conditioning follows closely at 4.8 stars, where Jarrott and Lance receive specific mention for completing work the same day and maintaining transparent pricing throughout the job. Nixon Heating Air Conditioning scores 3.8 stars with mixed feedback. Some customers cite same-day emergency service and fair pricing, while others note areas for improvement. Across the highest-rated companies, quick response times and clear communication appear as consistent strengths.

Frequently Asked Questions

HVAC service pricing in South Lake Tahoe 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.