65/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews, the most in Center.
- 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 955 Southview Cir, Center, TX 75935
Best HVAC Contractors in Center, TX (2026)
7 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Center: C&J A/C AND ELECTRICAL, CR Score 65/100; 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews; open Saturdays until 5 PM.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Frankly Heating & Air- HVAC Repair, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 7.
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Most-reviewed: Frankly Heating & Air- HVAC Repair, 47 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 7 ranked after C&J A/C AND ELECTRICAL; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
7 Center HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 7 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 7 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the HVAC contractors in Mexia ranking. See HVAC contractors in Mexia
Top 7 HVAC contractors in Center at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | C&J A/C AND ELECTRICAL | 65 | 5.0★ (124) | Center | Sat · Evenings | Overall |
| 2 | Frankly Heating & Air- HVAC Repair | 60 | 5.0★ (47) | Bellmead, 24 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Dyche Industrial Services | 57 | 3.7★ (3) | Cleburne, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | C & R Refrigeration Inc | 57 | 1.7★ (7) | Center | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Crow Brothers Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (43) | Waco, 23 mi away | Sat | — |
| 6 | Limestone Mechanical Services LLC | 55 | 5.0★ (4) | Mexia, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | VSC Builders | 50 | 4.5★ (8) | Lucas, 7 mi away | Sat | — |
The 7 best HVAC contractors in Center, 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 Bellmead, 24 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 47 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Cleburne, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Center
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 1.7★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 1.7★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 405 Center St, Center, TX 75935
Based in Waco, 23 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 9730 US-84, Prairie Hill, TX 76678
Based in Mexia, 13 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 717 E Liberty St, Mexia, TX 76667
#7 VSC Builders
Based in Lucas, 7 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Plumber”.
- 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Center?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Center. 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 Texas
In Texas, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) licenses Air conditioning and refrigeration contractor licenses (Class A and B).
- Search the business name or license number on the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) license lookup.
- 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 Texas
In Texas, 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 Center HVAC contractors
We scored 7 Center 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 Center 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 Center: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Center?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Center, TX is C&J A/C AND ELECTRICAL with a CR Score of 65/100. It has 5.0★ from 124 Google reviews. It is open Saturdays until 5 PM. Frankly Heating & Air- HVAC Repair (#2) and Dyche Industrial Services (#3) follow. We ranked 7 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Center?
ContractorsRanked ranks 7 HVAC contractors serving Center, TX. 2 of them are based in Center; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Center are open 24/7?
3 ranked HVAC contractors in Center post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Frankly Heating & Air- HVAC Repair (#2), Dyche Industrial Services (#3) and Limestone Mechanical Services LLC (#6). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Center work on weekends?
7 of 7 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are C&J A/C AND ELECTRICAL (#1), Frankly Heating & Air- HVAC Repair (#2) and Dyche Industrial Services (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in Texas?
In Texas, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) handles licensing and covers Air conditioning and refrigeration contractor licenses (Class A and B). Search the business or license number at https://www.tdlr.texas.gov/LicenseSearch/.
How much does ac replacement cost in Center?
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 Center. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Center HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 7 rated HVAC contractors in Center is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. C&J A/C AND ELECTRICAL has the most, 124 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 Center?
In Texas, 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 Center
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 7 hvac contractors serving Center.
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