64/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 2,611 Google reviews, the most in Boone.
- 4.9★ from 2,611 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2312 Edison St, Ames, IA 50010
Best HVAC Contractors in Boone, IA (2026)
19 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Boone: C&K Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Gutters, CR Score 64/100; 4.9★ from 2,611 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Neighbors Heating and Cooling, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 19.
- 5
Most-reviewed: One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning® of Ames, 675 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 19 ranked after C&K Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Gutters; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
19 Boone HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 6 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 19 rated businesses.
Top 10 HVAC contractors in Boone at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C&K Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Gutters | 64 | 4.9★ (2,611) | Ames, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Neighbors Heating and Cooling | 61 | 4.9★ (394) | Ames, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Pritchard Bros Plumbing & Heating Inc | 59 | 4.9★ (151) | Boone | — | — |
| 4 | Aire Serv | 57 | 4.8★ (12) | Ames, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning® of Ames | 57 | 4.9★ (675) | Ames, 16 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Hull Plumbing & Heating | 56 | 4.9★ (24) | Boone | — | — |
| 7 | Kruck Plumbing & Heating Co | 55 | 4.4★ (35) | Boone | — | — |
| 8 | AKD Plumbing, Boilers & HVAC | 54 | 4.9★ (124) | Ames, 16 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Duncan Heating & Plumbing | 54 | 4.3★ (12) | Boone | — | — |
| 10 | Connett HVAC | 54 | 5.0★ (5) | Perry, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 19 best HVAC contractors in Boone, 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.
Based in Ames, 16 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 394 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 394 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2700 Graham St, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Boone
59/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 151 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1019 Story St, Boone, IA 50036
#4 Aire Serv
Based in Ames, 10 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ames, 16 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 675 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 675 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 409 S Bell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Boone
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 924 8th St, Boone, IA 50036
Based in Boone
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.4★ from 35 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 615 Story St, Boone, IA 50036
Based in Ames, 16 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 124 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 124 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 623 S Dayton Ave D, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Boone
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 706 Allen St, Boone, IA 50036
#10 Connett HVAC
Based in Perry, 19 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ames, 10 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 62 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.3★ from 62 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1503 Florida Ave, Ames, IA 50014
Based in Clive, 20 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 5.0★ from 24 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ankeny, 22 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 54 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 54 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 206 N 2nd St A, Polk City, IA 50226
Based in Ames, 16 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 335 Bell Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Ames, 16 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Ames, 15 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 302 Sondrol Ave, Ames, IA 50010
Based in Nevada, 23 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2345 11th St, Nevada, IA 50201
Based in Ames, 13 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 3.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Perry, 19 mi away
46/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 42 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.3★ from 42 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 801 1st Ave, Perry, IA 50220
Also serving Boone
4 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.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Conley's Plumbing & Heating | 14 mi | |
| DMA Heating & Cooling | 5.0★ (2) | In Boone |
| Golden Rule Plumbing Heating Cooling | 1.0★ (1) | 13 mi |
| Total Insulation Mechanical | 1.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Boone?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Boone. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AC replacement | $3,887 | $5,978 | $8,073 | Per system, installed (unit plus labor); typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
| Furnace replacement | $2,823 | $4,814 | $6,896 | Per system, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range | October 2026 |
How to check an HVAC contractor's license in Iowa
In Iowa, Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board (Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) licenses Mechanical (HVAC, refrigeration, hydronic) licenses.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- 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 Iowa
In Iowa, furnace and heat pump calls peak in the coldest winter weeks and AC calls in summer heat waves. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
How we ranked Boone HVAC contractors
We scored 19 Boone 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Boone data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
HVAC contractors in Boone: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Boone?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Boone, IA is C&K Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Gutters with a CR Score of 64/100. It has 4.9★ from 2,611 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Neighbors Heating and Cooling (#2) and Pritchard Bros Plumbing & Heating Inc (#3) follow. We ranked 19 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Boone?
ContractorsRanked ranks 19 HVAC contractors serving Boone, IA. 4 of them are based in Boone; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 4 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Boone are open 24/7?
5 ranked HVAC contractors in Boone post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are C&K Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Gutters (#1), Neighbors Heating and Cooling (#2) and Aire Serv (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Boone work on weekends?
6 of 19 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are C&K Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Gutters (#1), Neighbors Heating and Cooling (#2) and Aire Serv (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in Iowa?
In Iowa, Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board (Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) handles licensing and covers Mechanical (HVAC, refrigeration, hydronic) licenses.
How much does ac replacement cost in Boone?
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 Boone. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Boone HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 19 rated HVAC contractors in Boone is 4.8★, with a median of 24 reviews. C&K Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Gutters has the most, 2,611 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 Boone?
In Iowa, furnace and heat pump calls peak in the coldest winter weeks and AC calls in summer heat waves. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
Update log for Boone
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 19 hvac contractors serving Boone.
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