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Woodward Heating, Air & Plumbing
“Nearly all 4,561 reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically praising same-day quote availability, next-day installation scheduling, and technicians who…”
Evergreen Plumbing & Mechanical LLC
“With 2,657 reviews holding a 4.9-star average, customers consistently mention same-day service availability, fair upfront pricing, and meticulous cleanup.…”
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Henco Plumbing Services
“All 410 reviews carry 5-star ratings, with technicians Tim Kulting, Jesse, and Cody mentioned by name across…”
Aire Serv of the Willamette
“Negative reviews cite recurring service plan confusion and inconsistent follow-up, with customers noting…”
Valley View HVAC
“All 5 available reviews award 5 stars and name specific technicians including Austin, Scott, and David.…”
Hajek Heating & Cooling, LLC
“Overwhelmingly positive sentiment with 221 reviews averaging 4.9 stars. Technicians Brandan, Josh, and…”
Impact Heating and Air
“All five sampled reviewers award 5 stars, with Jay named directly in four of five reviews as the technician…”
Day Heating
“203 total reviews yield a 4.8-star average, with 89% five-star ratings. Named technicians appear frequently…”
Economy Air Heating & AC
“Every reviewer awarding 5 stars names Carter or notes his direct involvement, contrasting with a single…”
SemperFi Heating and Air LLC
“All eight reviewers award five stars, with six specifically naming technicians Lucas or Casey by name.…”
Hvac Ministries LLC
“Positive reviews emphasize diagnostic skill and honest communication, with John praised for educating…”
Salem Heating & Sheet Metal, Inc.
“Across 152 reviews, the company maintains a 4.6-star average with consistent praise for diagnostic clarity…”
Aire Serv of Lake Oswego
“137 reviews averaging 4.7 stars reveal strong customer satisfaction, with five reviewers specifically naming…”
Melton's Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
“Across 178 reviews, technicians Brian, Doug, and Brian Huss receive named shoutouts in multiple five-star…”
Arctic Air
“All 8 featured reviews award 5 stars, with Justin named by 4 reviewers and Jason named by 1 reviewer as the…”
DiMartino's 5 Star Heating & Air Conditioning
“All 6 extracted reviews award 5 stars and specifically name technician Chris, with 3 reviewers noting…”
SolarBear Heating and Air LLC
“All eight sampled reviewers awarded 5 stars, with six specifically naming James Smith or referencing his…”
Countryside Heating & Cooling, LLC
“Technician names anchor every five-star review: Chris earns specific praise for communication and…”
Stinson Mechanical
“All 68 client reviews award 5 stars, with multiple reviewers specifically naming Justin and highlighting his…”
Dunamis Heating & Air
“All eight sampled reviewers awarded 5 stars, with Miguel named explicitly in four reviews as the primary…”
Gagle's Heating
“Across 112 client reviews, technicians are frequently named in positive contexts: Ethan Gubbels receives…”
Freedom Heating and Air
“Five of six detailed reviews specifically name technicians and commend communication skills. Emergency…”
Central Mechanical, LLC
“47 reviewers collectively award a 4.9-star average, with multiple customers emphasizing same-day response…”
Affordable Heating And Air Conditioning Llc
“Among 52 reviews, the company's strong ratings reflect consistent praise for diagnostic accuracy and fair…”
Ductless By Design, LLC
“42 reviewers each award perfect 5-star ratings, with customers consistently mentioning owner Andrew's direct…”
Lorens Heating and Air
“Across 48 reviews, Lorens Heating and Air holds a strong 4.8-star rating. Technicians Jeff and Geoff appear…”
Total Comfort Weatherization Ltd
“Fifty-six total reviews average 4.6 stars, with five-star reviewers naming specific technicians including Tim…”
Burge & Sons Heating and Air Conditioning LLC
“All 39 customer reviews award 5 stars, with reviewers frequently praising Jeremy Burge's same-day arrival,…”
AC Installation Costs in Salem
New central AC installation costs in Salem, by system type and brand.
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Window unit | $138 | $322 | $644 |
Ductless mini-split (single zone) | $1,840 | $4,140 | $7,360 |
Central AC replacement (existing ducts) | $3,220 | $5,980 | $11,040 |
Central AC new install (with ductwork) | $6,440 | $11,040 | $18,400 |
Carrier (residential) | $3,496 | $5,704 | $9,660 |
Trane (residential) | $4,600 | $8,096 | $12,512 |
Lennox (residential) | $3,220 | $5,980 | $11,040 |
Rheem (residential) | $2,944 | $5,060 | $8,280 |
Prices reflect Pacific coast metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.
AC Installation in Salem, OR: What to Expect
Salem's climate has shifted noticeably in recent years — dry summers now push past 83°F with 22 or more days above 90°F, and cold winters regularly dip to 32°F lows. That combination has driven demand for full HVAC systems in a market that historically ran on minimal cooling. Thirty contractors serve ac installation Salem with an average 4.6-star rating across more than 8,200 reviews, reflecting a maturing market catching up fast.
Installation costs here span a wide range depending on system type. Window units start around $138–$644, while a ductless mini-split runs $1,840–$7,360 for a single zone. Central AC replacement using existing ducts lands between $3,220 and $11,040, with high-efficiency systems pushing toward the $18,400 ceiling. Oregon contractors must hold the Limited Journeyman - Heating, Ventilating and Cooling (LHR) license plus a CCB Contractor License issued by the Oregon Construction Contractors Board.
Review data for Salem ac installation contractors is still thin — this market is growing faster than online feedback has caught up. That said, the strong average rating across thousands of reviews citywide suggests customers are finding competent work. Asking contractors directly for local references is worth the extra step while the review record builds out.
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- Salem Heating & Sheet Metal, Inc.
- Salem HVAC Services
- Sears Heating and Air Conditioning
- SemperFi Heating and Air LLC
- SERVPRO of Salem West and SERVPRO of Lincoln & Polk Counties
- Silver Hammer Heating and Air
- SmoothSystems Heating, Cooling and Refrigeration
- SolarBear Heating and Air LLC
- Stinson Mechanical
- Summit Service Heating and Air
- Supreme Projects