34 AC Replacement Contractors in Providence, RI

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Top-Rated AC Replacement Contractors in Providence

#1

On-Temp Inc. Heating and Air Conditioning

5.0(605 reviews)
Highly Rated

All eight visible reviewers award 5 stars, with three specifically mentioning emergency same-day response during heating outages. Joe receives four mentions by…

#2

Emergency Response Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

4.9(270 reviews)
Highly Rated

All 270 reviewers award 5 stars, with Ray named in the majority of detailed reviews as the primary technician. Multiple customers contrast Emergency Response's…

#3

HORIZON HVAC

4.9(156 reviews)
Highly Rated

Of five detailed reviews, three specifically mention resolving issues that other contractors could not fix, with customers praising Ray specifically and noting…

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AirTemp HVAC

5.0(108)
Highly Rated

All 108 reviews award 5 stars, with customers specifically praising Mo's diagnostic skills, transparent…

Regan Heating and Air Conditioning

4.4(199)

199 reviews yield a 4.4-star average, with multiple five-star reviews praising specific technicians by name.…

16 Hylestead St, Providence, RI 02905

JD Ductless

5.0(70)

Eight reviewers collectively award five stars, with all describing ductless installations ranging from six to…

JMG Refrigeration

5.0(62)

All 62 customer reviews award JMG Refrigeration a perfect 5-star rating, with reviewers consistently naming…

Ductless Master, LLC

4.9(56)

Six of eight reviewers specifically mention Patrick by name, citing his professionalism, punctuality, and…

RNC Mechanical, LLC

4.9(54)

All 54 reviews carry five stars, with Rob or Christian named in the majority as the responding technician.…

William Harris HVACR Solutions

4.9(46)

Forty-six clients awarded perfect five-star ratings, with eleven specifically naming Will, Adrian, or Eli as…

DV's Mechanical

5.0(38)

All 38 reviewers award 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically praising same-day service and thorough…

T&C HVAC

5.0(36)

All 36 reviews award 5 stars, with reviewers frequently mentioning same-day or expedited service during…

Dunton Energy Services

5.0(34)

All 34 reviews award 5 stars, establishing Dunton Energy as a top-tier contractor in Providence. Six…

Advanced Heating & Cooling

5.0(34)

All eight reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with six explicitly naming Rich as the technician. Four reviews…

Providence Heating and Air Conditioning

4.2(50)

All twelve reviewers who mentioned a technician by name specifically identified Nick, consistently praising…

419 Smith St, Providence, RI 02908

Heating & Air Conditioning Services

4.3(33)

Six reviewers specifically mention same-day or emergency response, with Wayne arriving within hours or…

33 Troy St, Providence, RI 02909

Carnell HVAC

4.8(17)

Six of six five-star reviewers specifically name Justin, describing him as the primary technician handling…

Barlow Heating

4.1(27)

Four of six detailed reviews mention same-day or emergency service, with technicians Larry and Jerry…

A to Z Refrigeration, INC

5.0(13)

All 13 reviews award 5 stars, with Zach named across multiple testimonials as the technician delivering…

East Coast Comfort Solutions Inc.

5.0(11)

8 reviewers specifically mention Kyle by name, with several noting his same-day or after-hours availability.…

AAV Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning And Chimney Inspection Services LLC

4.6(10)

Eight of ten reviewers award four or five stars, with customers consistently praising the technicians Kyle,…

33 Chestnut St, Providence, RI 02903

J & L Heating & Air Conditioning

4.6(10)

Eight of ten reviewers award five stars, with the two unrated reviews citing identical satisfaction themes.…

Schooner Heating & Air Conditioning LLC

5.0(7)

All seven reviews award five stars, with six explicitly naming owner Eric and describing him as…

Brian MacDonald Plumbing and Heating, INC

3.3(21)

Of 21 reviews, 6 award five stars for prompt same-day response, fair pricing, and passing town inspections.…

UBH Heating & Cooling

4.5(8)

6 of 8 reviewers awarded 5 stars, citing rapid response times and fair pricing. The 1-star review details…

K&R HVAC Services LLC

5.0(6)

All sixreviews award five stars, with five mentioning Keith directly by name. Three reviews describe…

Heating and Air Conditioning Providence

4.1(8)

4 of 8 reviewers specifically mention same-day or emergency furnace service, with Bryan Hancock praising fast…

455 Smith St, Providence, RI 02908

Prout Mechanical

5.0(5)

All five clients awarded perfect 5-star ratings, with three specifically naming the technicians who served…

Gold Standard Comfort Co.

5.0(5)

All three featured reviewers award 5 stars, with two specifically naming technician Demetri/Dimitri for…

Illas HVAC LLC

4.3(6)

Four of six reviewers awarded five stars, with all positive feedback citing the technician Kevin by name and…

AC Replacement Costs in Providence

Replacement costs for aging systems in Providence. If repair cost exceeds 50% of replacement, replacement is usually more economical.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Central AC (3-ton, basic)
$6,160$8,960$12,320
Central AC (4-ton, mid-efficiency)
$8,400$11,760$15,680
Central AC (5-ton, high-efficiency)
$10,640$14,000$17,920
Full HVAC system (AC + furnace)
$12,981$15,042$15,792
Plus ductwork replacement
If existing ducts are aged/leaking
$2,352$3,360$4,480
Repair cost threshold50% rule: if repair > 50% of replacement, replace

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

AC Replacement in Providence, RI: What to Expect

Providence experiences the full swing of New England seasons: cold, snowy winters dominating the calendar and warm, humid summers that still make air conditioning necessary. That seasonal split shapes demand for ac-replacement Providence services—contractors here balance a heating-first market with meaningful cooling work. About 34 firms serve the metro, carrying an average rating of 4.6 across 2,025 reviews; none advertise 24/7 availability.

Clear, comparable pricing is hard to summarize from available feeds; published cost fields were not provided for this dataset. Prospective customers should request itemized estimates for equipment, labor, permitting, and disposal so comparisons are apples-to-apples. Remember Rhode Island requires contractors to hold a Mechanical Contractor License — HVAC from the CRLB; ask to see current licensing and proof of insurance before accepting a bid.

Customer highlights were not supplied for this profile, but the market picture suggests high overall satisfaction paired with limited emergency coverage. When hiring, prioritize contractors who demonstrate timely communication, provide written warranties, and specify equipment efficiency and load calculations. Verify the CRLB license, check recent online reviews for consistency, and confirm a clear project timeline so an AC replacement withstands both summer humidity and the region’s long heating season.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC replacement in Providence runs $2,352-$17,920 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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