12 AC Replacement Contractors in Columbia, TN

4.5 avg rating
829 total reviews4 offer 24/7 service
Need emergency service? 13 HVAC providers in Columbia offer 24/7 availability

Top-Rated AC Replacement Contractors in Columbia

#1

True Blue Heating And Cooling

5.0(349 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

7 reviews highlight emergency response capability, with 3 specifying same-day or within-hour arrival times. Two reviewers name specific technicians (Casey,…

2509 Cayer Ln suite b, Columbia, TN 38401
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#2

Pipe Master, LLC

4.9(331 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated
325 N Garden St, Columbia, TN 38401
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#3

Kraus Mechanical Contracting

4.9(42 reviews)
24/7

Forty-two client reviews reflect consistent satisfaction with 5-star ratings comprising the entire dataset. Customers repeatedly emphasize owner Jason Kraus as…

302 James M Campbell Blvd S, Columbia, TN 38401
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All AC Replacement Contractors (12 total)

Upgrade Plumbing Services, Inc.

5.0(23)
24/7

All five featured reviewers award 5 stars, with three explicitly praising same-day or after-hours arrival…

108 Highland Rim Dr, Columbia, TN 38401
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Mike Dawson Plumbing & Elec

4.9(19)

All 19 reviews carry 5-star ratings, with customers specifically praising Mike Dawson's honesty, fair…

224 Valley Dr, Columbia, TN 38401
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M&A Supply Company Columbia, TN

4.7(17)

Eight reviewers gave perfect 5-star ratings, with three mentioning products unavailable elsewhere. Multiple…

2502 Park Plus Dr, Columbia, TN 38401
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Columbia Radiator Services

4.5(17)

Seven of eight reviewers award five stars, highlighting the team's educational approach, fair pricing, and…

1210 S Main St, Columbia, TN 38401
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Pro HVAC Inc.

5.0(10)

Eight clients awarded perfect scores, with four specifically describing same-day or emergency response during…

1101 New Hwy 7, Columbia, TN 38401
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Barry Blackburn Plumbing Services

4.2(10)

Seven of eight reviewers award five-star ratings, praising quick same-day response times, reasonable pricing,…

1113 Iron Bridge Rd, Columbia, TN 38401
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Franks Sheet Metal

4.7(7)

Five of seven reviewers awarded perfect five-star ratings, with remaining scores contributing to a 4.7…

1286 Industrial Park Rd, Columbia, TN 38401
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Profitts Heating, Air Condition & Refrigeration

5.0(3)

Three of three reviewers award five stars, with both named clients noting Barry Profitt's direct involvement…

509 Woods Dr, Columbia, TN 38401
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One Hour Heating & AC

1.0(1)

A lone customer review yields a stark assessment: One reviewer advises against using this contractor,…

Columbia, TN 38401
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AC Replacement Costs in Columbia

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

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Central AC (3-ton, basic)
$5,500$8,000$11,000
Central AC (4-ton, mid-efficiency)
$7,500$10,500$14,000
Central AC (5-ton, high-efficiency)
$9,500$12,500$16,000
Full HVAC system (AC + furnace)
$11,590$13,430$14,100
Plus ductwork replacement
If existing ducts are aged/leaking
$2,100$3,000$4,000
Repair cost threshold50% rule: if repair > 50% of replacement, replace

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

AC Replacement in Columbia, TN: What to Expect

Columbia experiences 51 days annually where temperatures climb above ninety degrees, paired with humid summer conditions and winter lows that dip to twenty-nine degrees. This demanding climate places real strain on home cooling systems, pushing equipment hard through both sweltering summers and intermittent winter demand. Homeowners searching for AC Replacement in Columbia will find twelve licensed contractors serving the metro area, collectively maintaining a strong 4.5 average rating drawn from over eight hundred customer reviews.

Investing in a new central AC system requires understanding the current Columbia market, where a basic three-ton unit typically runs between fifty-five hundred and eleven thousand dollars, mid-efficiency four-ton models span seventy-five hundred to fourteen thousand, and high-efficiency five-ton systems reach as much as sixteen thousand. All legitimate HVAC contractors in Tennessee must hold the CMC-C mechanicalHVAC/refrigeration license from the state Board for Licensing Contractors, ensuring they meet minimum competency standards for installation work.

True Blue Heating And Cooling earns consistent praise for same-day emergency response and technicians who explain problems before performing repairs, with every reviewer awarding five stars. Kraus Mechanical Contracting reflects similar patterns, with owner Jason Kraus described as accessible and honest by customers who note he never recommends unnecessary work. These two contractors demonstrate what homeowners value most: rapid turnaround during breakdowns, upfront communication about issues and costs, and replacements sized appropriately for each home.

Frequently Asked Questions

AC replacement in Columbia runs $2,100-$16,000 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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