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Best HVAC Contractors in Athens, GA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Athens: Clockwork Heating & AC Repair, CR Score 62/100; 4.7★ from 172 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Air Georgia Heating & Cooling, LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 55.

  3. 5

    Most-reviewed: Patriot Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical, 1,066 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 55 ranked; ranked #5.

Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

55 Athens HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 12 are open 24/7, 31 open Saturdays and 24 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 55 rated businesses.

Top 10 HVAC contractors in Athens at a glance

Top 10 HVAC contractors in Athens at a glance
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Clockwork Heating & AC Repair624.7★ (172)Winder, 7 mi away24/7Overall
2Air Georgia Heating & Cooling, LLC625.0★ (435)Monroe, 22 mi away24/7Emergencies
3American Comfort Heating and Cooling614.8★ (540)Winder, 14 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Comfort Tech Inc.615.0★ (260)Winder, 19 mi away24/7—
5Patriot Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical614.9★ (1,066)Jefferson, 14 mi away24/7Most reviews
6Stiles Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing614.8★ (885)Winder, 6 mi away——
7Zack Hammonds A/C Heating Refrigeration Inc.614.9★ (497)Monroe, 25 mi away24/7—
8Trammell Heating & Air, LLC605.0★ (405)Jefferson, 17 mi awaySat · Evenings—
9Orozco Heating & Air594.9★ (144)Winder, 7 mi awaySat—
10Hello HVAC595.0★ (20)AthensSat · Sun · Evenings—

The 55 best HVAC contractors in Athens, ranked

Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.

  4. #4 Comfort Tech Inc.

    Based in Winder, 19 mi away

    61/100CR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 260 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    • 5.0★ from 260 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    201 E May St, Winder, GA 30680
    View profile for Comfort Tech Inc.(470) 227-4822

  9. #9 Orozco Heating & Air

    Based in Winder, 7 mi away

    59/100CR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 144 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    • 4.9★ from 144 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    175 Trade St, Bogart, GA 30622
    View profile for Orozco Heating & Air(706) 340-0238

  10. #10 Hello HVAC

    Based in Athens

    59/100CR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun 12 PM–5 PM
    Address
    2470 Daniells Bridge Rd Building 100 / Suite 161, Athens, GA 30606
    View profile for Hello HVAC(706) 352-9115

  11. #11 Service 1st

    Based in Monroe, 23 mi away

    59/100CR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 198 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.

    • 4.8★ from 198 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    300 Etten Dr, Monroe, GA 30655
    View profile for Service 1st(770) 741-1370

  13. #13 Perfect Temp HVAC

    Based in Winder, 10 mi away

    58/100CR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    • 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    4300 Hog Mountain Rd, Watkinsville, GA 30677
    View profile for Perfect Temp HVAC(706) 769-8914

  20. #20 JG Simmons

    Based in Commerce, 18 mi away

    56/100CR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.

    • 4.7★ from 55 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    144 W E King Rd, Commerce, GA 30529
    View profile for JG Simmons(706) 335-3664

  21. #21 Bolton Repair

    Based in Monroe, 15 mi away

    55/100CR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    • 4.8★ from 56 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1524 Lakeland Dr, Monroe, GA 30656
    View profile for Bolton Repair(770) 267-5824

  22. #22 Absolute Comfort Air

    Based in Winder, 21 mi away

    55/100CR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 244 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    • 4.9★ from 244 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    231 GA Hwy 211, Winder, GA 30680
    View profile for Absolute Comfort Air(770) 230-5305

HVAC contractors ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 55 ranked HVAC contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.

HVAC contractors in Athens, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Synergy Services Heating and Cooling545.0★ (10)15 mi
27Patterson Heating & Air Inc545.0★ (27)23 mi
28TMC Maintenance Company544.4★ (7)18 mi
29Kovack Mechanical, Inc.544.8★ (131)19 mi
30Thrill Mechanical Heating and Air545.0★ (16)20 mi
31Epic Air Heating and Cooling LLC534.9★ (93)20 mi
32Elite Auburn HVAC Company535.0★ (9)25 mi
33Comfort System of the South535.0★ (9)13 mi
34Infinity Heating and Air534.9★ (75)21 mi
35Phelps524.8★ (62)22 mi
36Rick & Vick’s Heating and Cooling525.0★ (9)25 mi
37Hendrix Heating & Air Conditioning524.4★ (19)12 mi
38Russell Mechanical Inc.514.3★ (6)17 mi
39Prime Air Solutions515.0★ (10)16 mi
40Derek Mechanical Plus513.0★ (6)7 mi
41TURNER HEATING AND AIR514.5★ (8)12 mi
42All-Temp Heating & Air504.6★ (21)20 mi
43Barfield504.5★ (8)22 mi
44Bryan Heating & Air Conditioning502.8★ (22)15 mi
45Zone Home Solutions505.0★ (3)19 mi
46L & M Service Co., Inc.505.0★ (5)23 mi
47J&J Heating and Air494.1★ (50)22 mi
48J & J Heating & AC495.0★ (3)20 mi
49D&P Heating and Cooling493.0★ (6)19 mi
50Loganville Heating & Air Co493.7★ (6)22 mi

Also serving Athens

17 more HVAC contractors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked HVAC contractors serving Athens
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Advanced Eco Air Inc2.0★ (11)19 mi
Advanced Eco Air Inc17 mi
Affordable Heating & Cooling18 mi
All Pro Mechanical Air Conditioning of Snellville2.0★ (1)18 mi
Beck Mechanical Heating & AC5.0★ (2)14 mi
Billy Butler Heating & Air Conditioning5.0★ (2)23 mi
C M Hewell Plumbing & Heating22 mi
Green Legacy HVAC LLC5.0★ (1)24 mi
Hiland Heating & Air Conditioning5.0★ (2)22 mi
Horne Reliable Services, LLC22 mi
JML Heating, Air, & Electrical5.0★ (1)18 mi
North Ga Heating & Cooling3.0★ (1)17 mi
Patterson Heating & Air5.0★ (2)23 mi
Ryan HVAC Repair Maysville23 mi
SJA All Services20 mi
Southern Air Services inc22 mi
Thermal Tech HVAC1.6★ (127)23 mi

How much do HVAC contractors cost in Athens?

National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Athens. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.

How much do HVAC contractors cost in Athens?
JobLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
AC replacement$3,887$5,978$8,073Per system, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national rangeOctober 2026
Furnace replacement$2,823$4,814$6,896Per system, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national rangeOctober 2026

How to check an HVAC contractor's license in Georgia

In Georgia, Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses Conditioned air contractor licenses (Division of Conditioned Air Contractors).

  1. Search the business name or license number on the Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board license lookup.
  2. Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
  3. Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.

No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.

Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses

When to hire an HVAC contractor in Georgia

In Georgia, air conditioning calls peak in the hottest summer months. Spring is the easiest time to book a tune-up or replacement, before the first heat wave.

How we ranked Athens HVAC contractors

We scored 55 Athens HVAC contractors on ten factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

CR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Athens data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Credentials15%Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on fileNot yet collected
Review volume10%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability5%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-dayMeasured
Trade focus10%How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity5%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured
ContractorsRanked reviews10%Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there areMeasured

HVAC contractors in Athens: frequently asked questions

Who is the best HVAC contractor in Athens?

By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Athens, GA is Clockwork Heating & AC Repair with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 4.7★ from 172 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Air Georgia Heating & Cooling, LLC (#2) and American Comfort Heating and Cooling (#3) follow. We ranked 55 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.

How many HVAC contractors are there in Athens?

ContractorsRanked ranks 55 HVAC contractors serving Athens, GA. 1 of them is based in Athens; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 17 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.

Which HVAC contractors in Athens are open 24/7?

12 ranked HVAC contractors in Athens post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Clockwork Heating & AC Repair (#1), Air Georgia Heating & Cooling, LLC (#2) and Comfort Tech Inc. (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.

Which HVAC contractors in Athens work on weekends?

31 of 55 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 24 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Clockwork Heating & AC Repair (#1), Air Georgia Heating & Cooling, LLC (#2) and American Comfort Heating and Cooling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.

How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in Georgia?

In Georgia, Georgia State Construction Industry Licensing Board handles licensing and covers Conditioned air contractor licenses (Division of Conditioned Air Contractors). Search the business or license number at https://verify.sos.ga.gov/verification/.

How much does ac replacement cost in Athens?

AC replacement typically costs $3,887 to $8,073, with $5,978 typical (Per system, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Athens. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.

What Google rating do Athens HVAC contractors have?

The median Google rating among 55 rated HVAC contractors in Athens is 4.9★, with a median of 29 reviews. Patriot Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electrical has the most, 1,066 reviews, and ranks #5. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

When is the best time to hire an HVAC contractor in Athens?

In Georgia, air conditioning calls peak in the hottest summer months. Spring is the easiest time to book a tune-up or replacement, before the first heat wave.

Update log for Athens

  1. October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 55 hvac contractors serving Athens.
  2. October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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