85 AC Installation Contractors in Wilmington, NC
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Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing - Cape Fear
“Customers across reviews consistently praise the technicians' diagnostic knowledge, with Justin and Zachary named specifically for explaining problems clearly…”
Salt Air Heating, Cooling & Electrical
“Across 1,615 reviews holding a 4.9-star average, reviewers repeatedly mention same-day service response and honesty about repair versus replacement options.…”
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O'Brien Service Company
“All five sampled reviewers awarded 5 stars, with each mentioning a specific technician by name: Michael…”
Green Dot Heating & Air
“Every reviewer left a 5-star rating, with customers collectively mentioning seven distinct technicians by…”
ARS / Rescue Rooter
“Satisfied customers consistently name technicians Isaac and Tyquan for diagnostic thoroughness and punctual…”
Carolina Comfort Air
“All reviewers assign 5 stars, with 1,016 total ratings supporting a 4.9 average. Three of four featured…”
Odyssey Mechanical, LLC
“Four of five detailed reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically praising technician knowledge and…”
Aire Serv of Coastal Carolina
“877 reviews yield a 4.8-star average, with multiple five-star ratings specifically praising technicians Casey…”
James & Son Heating & Cooling, Inc.
“With 740 reviews averaging 4.9 stars, nearly every customer who left feedback rated the company highest.…”
Anderson Air
“795 reviews yield a 4.8-star average, with customers frequently praising transparent pricing, same-day…”
Air Support Heating and Air, LLC
“Across 529 reviews, the company holds a 4.9-star average with consistent praise for same-day service…”
Efficient
“454 of 455 reviews award 5 stars, with Will and Blake cited for clean, on-time work and thorough…”
Hadi's Heating & Air
“Across 455 five-star reviews, customers repeatedly praise the technical expertise, honest pricing, and…”
Tony Franks
“All 436 reviews award 5 stars, with Tony and Trevor Franks named explicitly across feedback as the owners…”
NC Quality Air
“Across 342 reviews earning a 4.9-star average, customers repeatedly mention same-day emergency response and…”
Revolutionary Air
“Seven of eight featured reviews carry five-star ratings, with technicians Kyle, Christian, Jesse, Chris, and…”
Airmax Heating & Cooling
“Six of seven detailed reviews mention same-day or emergency service, with technician Tony responding within…”
Brian Williamson’s Heating and Cooling, LLC
“All 277 reviews award 5 stars, with customers consistently praising owner involvement, same-day emergency…”
Albritton Heating & Air
“All 209 reviewers awarded 5 stars, with technicians Carlton, Ryan, Justin, and Mr. Albritton specifically…”
Fulford Heating & Cooling
“All six sampled reviewers award 5 stars, with four specifically describing emergency or same-day service…”
Phillips Air Care Heating and Cooling Inc
“166 reviews average 4.9 stars, with every visible reviewer awarding 5 stars. Same-day emergency service…”
NC Heating & Air
“128 reviews averaging 5.0 stars, with customers specifically praising owner Nick's no-pressure approach and…”
Brandon Heating and Air-Conditioning
“Every reviewer awards 5 stars, with 114 ratings creating a statistically meaningful snapshot. Three reviewers…”
Total Comfort Services, Inc.
“Across 115 reviews, the predominant sentiment is praise for Jim and Crystal's honesty, competitive pricing,…”
All Comfort Heating & Cooling
“Five reviewers specifically name technicians Allen, Adam, or Aaron while describing repairs on heat pumps,…”
United Mechanical Solutions LLC
“Ninety reviews converge on a 5-star average, with technicians Mark, Nick, and Alex mentioned by name across…”
Kenny Fowler Heating & Air powered by Carolina Comfort Air
“Five of six detailed reviews award 5 stars, with technicians Chris Haller, Dale, Jay, and Jamie each named…”
ThermalTran Mechanical
“All 84 reviews award 5 stars, with multiple reviewers specifically naming technicians Jason, Chris, and…”
AC Installation Costs in Wilmington
New central AC installation costs in Wilmington, by system type and brand.
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Window unit | $150 | $350 | $700 |
Ductless mini-split (single zone) | $2,000 | $4,500 | $8,000 |
Central AC replacement (existing ducts) | $3,500 | $6,500 | $12,000 |
Central AC new install (with ductwork) | $7,000 | $12,000 | $20,000 |
Carrier (residential) | $3,800 | $6,200 | $10,500 |
Trane (residential) | $5,000 | $8,800 | $13,600 |
Lennox (residential) | $3,500 | $6,500 | $12,000 |
Rheem (residential) | $3,200 | $5,500 | $9,000 |
Prices reflect humid subtropical metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.
AC Installation in Wilmington, NC: What to Expect
Wilmington’s coastal subtropical climate pushes cooling systems hard: 90°F summer highs, roughly 60 days above 90, and persistent 74% humidity from the Atlantic make air conditioning a year-round priority for comfort and mold prevention. That demand supports about 85 contractors in the area, whose collective average rating sits at 4.7 from 21,413 reviews — ac-installation Wilmington remains a busy, competitive market.
The dataset did not provide specific line-item cost ranges from topCostItems, so homeowners should expect prices to vary widely based on system size, SEER rating, ductwork condition, and installation complexity. North Carolina requires HVAC contractors to carry H1, H2, or H3 classifications from the NC State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, and Fire Sprinkler Contractors, and licensed installers typically reflect higher bids tied to permits, safety checks, and manufacturer warranties.
Customer highlight entries were not available in the supplied data, so patterns must be inferred from market signals: nearly a third of local firms advertise 24/7 service and the overall 4.7 average suggests consistency in workmanship and communication. When hiring, prioritize licensed technicians, clear warranty documentation, energy-efficiency recommendations, and reviewers who detail responsiveness and follow-up rather than generic praise.
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All HVAC Contractors in Wilmington, NC
Complete directory of 126 contractors — browse alphabetically
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- A/C Tech Services LLC
- ABJ Chimney Sweep & Repair And Air Duct Cleaning Of Wilmington NC
- AC Cycle Heating & Air Conditioning
- AC Doctors
- Adams & Sons Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
- Advanced Air and Water Solutions, Inc.
- AdvantaClean of Coastal Carolina
- AeroFlux HVAC Solutions
- Air Doctors Heating & Cooling
- Air Duct Cleaning Wilmington NC
- Air Ductz Inc
- Air Medic Air & Dryer Duct Cleaning
- Air Supply, LLC
- Air Support Heating and Air, LLC
- Aire Serv of Coastal Carolina
- Airmax Heating & Cooling
- Airworx Mechanical
- Albritton Heating & Air
- All About Energy Solutions
- All Comfort Heating & Cooling
- All in One Services
- Anderson Air
- ARS / Rescue Rooter
- Atlantic Constructors, Inc., Wilmington
B
- Beach Maintenance
- Beach Town Heating and Air, LLC
- Blaze Heating, Cooling, Electrical & Plumbing - Cape Fear
- Bluewater Plumbing Heating & Air
- BMS CAT Wilmington
- Brady
- Brandon Heating and Air-Conditioning
- Brantley Heating and Air Conditioning
- Brian Williamson’s Heating and Cooling, LLC
- Brinson & Sons Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
- Building Performance Specialists