9 AC Repair Contractors in Hilton Head Island, SC

4.9 avg rating
4,194 total reviews5 offer 24/7 service
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Top-Rated AC Repair Contractors in Hilton Head Island

#1

Dyess Air & Plumbing

4.9(1,705 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

1,668 reviews yield a 4.9-star rating, with customers frequently mentioning specific technicians by name. Multiple reviewers praise the proactive communication…

85 Capital Dr, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
#2

E.A.C. Heating & Air

5.0(1,316 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

Every review in the dataset is a perfect 5-star rating, with 1,306 total reviews representing near-universal customer satisfaction. Technicians Joshua, Nathan,…

76 Beach City Rd A, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926
#3

Gochnauer Air Conditioning & Heating

4.9(898 reviews)
Highly Rated

Every reviewed technician earns 5 stars, Dominic, Casey, Erik Decker, and Dane are each called out by name for explaining systems to homeowners, arriving…

25 Hunter Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

All AC Repair Contractors (9 total)

Gray’s Heating & Air Conditioning

4.7(120)

120 reviews average 4.7 stars, with four reviewers specifically praising same-day emergency response times.…

58B Old Wild Horse Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29925

TemperaturePro of the Lowcountry

5.0(76)
24/7

All 76 reviews award 5 stars, with recurring praise for named technicians, thorough communication, and…

6 Blue Jay Way B1, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Beach Heating and Air

5.0(22)
24/7

All 22 reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with six specifically praising same-day or next-day response times.…

374 Spanish Wells Rd D, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Farmer's Air

5.0(21)

All 8 reviewers use at least one positive descriptor such as fast, affordable, professional, or efficient. No…

12 Cardinal Rd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Fresh Vent & Air Conditioning

4.8(19)
24/7

Eight of eight reviewers awarded five stars, with recurring themes of quick resolution, professional conduct,…

24 Wildbird Ln, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Palmetto Heating & Air of the Lowcountry

4.6(17)

Four of six reviewers describe emergency or time-sensitive scenarios. Three reviewers specifically name a…

79 Red Tip View, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

AC Repair Costs in Hilton Head Island

Typical repair costs for Hilton Head Island homeowners, by problem type.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Diagnostic / service call
Usually credited toward repair
$75$120$200
Refrigerant recharge (R-410A)
$150$350$700
Capacitor replacement
$120$250$450
Fan motor replacement
$250$450$700
Compressor replacement
$800$1,800$2,800
Evaporator coil repair
$400$900$1,500
Labor (hourly rate)
Per hour during business hours
$75$110$150

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

AC Repair in Hilton Head Island, SC: What to Expect

Savannah’s coastal climate pushes Hilton Head Island into a near-constant battle with heat and humidity: 91°F summer highs and persistent 75% humidity send the heat index well above the thermometer, and Atlantic moisture drives heavy latent cooling loads from May through September. That demand keeps ac-repair Hilton Head Island busy year-round; nine contractors serve the market, averaging a 4.9 rating across 4,194 reviews, and five offer 24/7 service.

The dataset provided did not include numeric cost entries or itemized topCostItems, so exact price ranges aren’t available here. Local pricing typically reflects refrigerant, labor, and parts for compressors or coils, and you should request an itemized estimate. Be sure any contractor holds a South Carolina Mechanical Contractor (Group 2 — HVAC) license from the Contractor’s Licensing Board before authorizing work, and compare written warranties and seasonal service terms.

Customer highlight fields were empty in the supplied data, so patterns from reviews are the next best guide: homeowners emphasize quick emergency response, moisture-control know-how, and thorough diagnostics. Prioritize firms that document relative humidity improvement and system performance after repairs, offer maintenance plans to reduce summer breakdowns, and provide clear, itemized invoices so you can compare value rather than just lowest upfront price.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC repair in Hilton Head Island typically costs $75-$2,800 depending on the problem. Diagnostic calls run around $75-$200, refrigerant recharges $150-$700, capacitor replacement $120-$450, and compressor replacement $800-$2,800. Most contractors apply the diagnostic fee toward the final repair cost if you proceed.