19 AC Replacement Contractors in Torrance, CA

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#1

Air Tech 24 Heating and Air Conditioning

4.9(395 reviews)
Highly Rated

Every reviewer awarded five stars, with 390 reviews providing quantitative backing to the 4.9-star average. Seven customers explicitly named technicians, Cyrus…

20617 Amie Ave #15, Torrance, CA 90503
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Total Home Environmental HVAC

4.8(424 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

421 reviews yield a 4.8-star average, with multiple five-star reviewers specifically naming technicians Gordon and Nathan. Customers frequently mention…

1423 Marcelina Ave #1, Torrance, CA 90501
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74 Degrees Heating & Air, Inc.

4.9(133 reviews)
Highly Rated

All reviews across the dataset carry perfect 5-star ratings, with 131 clients providing feedback. Technician names recur throughout positive accounts, with…

2367 W 208th St UNIT 7, Torrance, CA 90501
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All AC Replacement Contractors (19 total)

Lucas & Son AC Repair Torrance

4.9(92)

All 96 reviewers awarded 5 stars, producing a composite rating of 4.9. Across the dataset, common praise…

385 Van Ness Ave #182, Torrance, CA 90501
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Torrance HVAC Services – AC Installation HVAC Replacement By Dusty Ducts

5.0(46)

All 46 reviewers award 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically praising same-day arrival and quick…

2702 W 178th St, Torrance, CA 90504
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Most Valuable Plumber

4.8(46)
24/7

Five of six reviewers award 5 stars, with the single 3-star review citing pricing concerns rather than…

2029 Border Ave, Torrance, CA 90501
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Torrance Comfort Systems

4.7(50)
24/7

Three reviewers specifically mention technicians arriving earlier than promised, Jaime, Nathan, and Duane,…

4106 Cathann St, Torrance, CA 90503
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Pulsar Construction Inc. Bathroom Remodel & Kitchen Remodel Torrance, Rancho Palos Verdes

4.9(38)

Thirty-eight client reviews aggregate to a 4.9-star average rating, with reviewers frequently praising the…

3868 W Carson St #300, Torrance, CA 90503
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Anza Service Inc.

3.8(60)

4 of 8 reviewers give 5-star ratings and specifically name the technician for honest, responsive service. The…

4205 CA-1, Torrance, CA 90505
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Blue Diamond Water Heater Repair

5.0(15)

All eight detailed reviews award 5 stars, with customers praising quick installations, same-day service…

2835 Columbia St #3979, Torrance, CA 90503
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Paramount Air Duct Cleaning

4.7(14)

Seven of fourteen reviews award five stars, with customers praising detailed work, on-time arrival, and…

2700 California St, Torrance, CA 90503
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Alex & Brothers Appliance Repair

4.9(10)

All eight reviewers award 5 stars, with four explicitly mentioning same-day or Saturday availability and…

3210 Merrill Dr, Torrance, CA 90503
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Wardour Heating & Air Conditioning Contractors inc

5.0(5)

All five reviews award five stars, with customers specifically praising same-day response, reasonable…

2420 W Carson St Unit 130, Torrance, CA 90501
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L & R Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

4.2(5)

Three of five reviewers awarded five stars, with one praising Ralph's diagnostic skill on a heater issue and…

20940 Normandie Ave, Torrance, CA 90502
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Carson Heating and Air Conditioning

5.0(1)
24/7

The single 5-star review praises fast, clean work at a reasonable price for both new installation and routine…

3655 Torrance Blvd #312, Torrance, CA 90503
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Ely & Son Heating & AC Inc

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4821 Scott St, Torrance, CA 90503
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HVAC Consulting Heating and Air Conditioning Service

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1815 W 205th St, Torrance, CA 90501
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West Hills Electric & HVAC

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2390 Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance, CA 90501
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Clear Temp AC Repair Services

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1659 W Carson St, Torrance, CA 90501
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AC Replacement Costs in Torrance

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

Torrance sits within the Los Angeles metro, where Mediterranean summers push daytime highs into the mid-80s and Santa Ana wind events can push inland valley temperatures past 100 F. That kind of heat makes a reliable cooling system essential rather than optional for homeowners. Five licensed contractors serve the area, and together they maintain an impressive 4.9-star average across more than a thousand reviews. That track record matters when you're considering AC Replacement in Torrance, because the difference between a system that cycles properly and one that struggles often comes down to the installer's expertise.

Pricing reflects both the system's capacity and its efficiency rating. A basic 3-ton central AC runs $5,060 to $10,120, while a mid-efficiency 4-ton unit ranges from $6,900 to $12,880. Homeowners stepping up to a high-efficiency 5-ton system should budget between $8,740 and $14,720. All installers must hold California's C-20 license from the Contractors State License Board, which verifies their competency in warm-air heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning work. That regulatory requirement exists because improper sizing or installation directly impacts both comfort and energy bills.

What stands out in local reviews is the communication style. Technicians like Cyrus at Air Tech 24 and Gordon at Total Home receive repeated mentions for honest assessments and taking the time to explain options. Second opinions are a common theme in positive feedback, with customers noting that getting another perspective sometimes reduced the proposed scope of work. That willingness to educate rather than upsell appears to drive the strong ratings across these three companies.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC replacement in Torrance 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.

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