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Best HVAC Contractors in Clearlake, CA (2026)

8 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Clearlake: Right On Time Heating And Cooling™, CR Score 93/100; 4.9★ from 153 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 3

    Best for emergencies (open 24/7): M.D. Heating and Air, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 8.

  3. 2

    Most-reviewed: Jonas Energy Solutions, 934 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 8 ranked; ranked #2.

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

8 Clearlake HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 8 rated businesses.

Top 8 HVAC contractors in Clearlake at a glance

Top 8 HVAC contractors in Clearlake at a glance
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Right On Time Heating And Cooling™934.9★ (153)Clearlake24/7Overall
2Jonas Energy Solutions864.9★ (934)Clearlake—Most reviews
3M.D. Heating and Air855.0★ (5)Clearlake24/7Emergencies
4Performance Mechanical Heating & Cooling854.9★ (697)Clearlake——
5Fahrenheit Heating & Air814.0★ (7)ClearlakeSat · Sun—
6Comfortable Living Hvac784.4★ (7)ClearlakeSat—
7Rose Heating And Air785.0★ (7)Modesto, 7 mi awaySat—
8Sonoma County Comfort Heating and Air765.0★ (9)Larkfield-Wikiup, 22 mi away——

The 8 best HVAC contractors in Clearlake, ranked

Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

  1. Based in Clearlake

    86/100CR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 934 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (934).

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 934 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    9125 CA-53, Lower Lake, CA 95457
  2. Based in Clearlake

    81/100CR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
    Address
    14350 Lakeshore Dr, Clearlake, CA 95422
  3. Based in Clearlake

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    14963 Lakeshore Dr, Clearlake, CA 95422
  4. Based in Modesto, 7 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed

How much do HVAC contractors cost in Clearlake?

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

How much do HVAC contractors cost in Clearlake?
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 California

In California, Contractors State License Board (CSLB) licenses C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning contractor license.

Jobs of $1,000 or more in labor and materials (from January 1, 2025).

  1. Search the business name or license number on the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) 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 California

California's HVAC demand peaks during summer heat waves and the first cold snaps. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance.

How we ranked Clearlake HVAC contractors

We scored 8 Clearlake HVAC contractors on 8 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. Unknown factors are left out of the score, 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 Clearlake data
Reputation35%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Credentials15%Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2Not yet collected
Review volume10%log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-dayMeasured
Trade focus10%Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5Measured
Proximity5%1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radiusMeasured
Completeness5%Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each)Measured

HVAC contractors in Clearlake: frequently asked questions

Who is the best HVAC contractor in Clearlake?

By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Clearlake, CA is Right On Time Heating And Cooling™ with a CR Score of 93/100. It has 4.9★ from 153 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Jonas Energy Solutions (#2) and M.D. Heating and Air (#3) follow. We ranked 8 HVAC contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.

How many HVAC contractors are there in Clearlake?

ContractorsRanked ranks 8 HVAC contractors serving Clearlake, CA. 6 of them are based in Clearlake; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.

Which HVAC contractors in Clearlake are open 24/7?

2 ranked HVAC contractors in Clearlake post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Right On Time Heating And Cooling™ (#1) and M.D. Heating and Air (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.

Which HVAC contractors in Clearlake work on weekends?

5 of 8 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Right On Time Heating And Cooling™ (#1), M.D. Heating and Air (#3) and Fahrenheit Heating & Air (#5). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.

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

In California, Contractors State License Board (CSLB) handles licensing and covers C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning contractor license. Search the business or license number at https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/CheckLicense.aspx. Jobs of $1,000 or more in labor and materials (from January 1, 2025).

How much does ac replacement cost in Clearlake?

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 Clearlake. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.

What Google rating do Clearlake HVAC contractors have?

The median Google rating among 8 rated HVAC contractors in Clearlake is 4.9★, with a median of 8 reviews. Jonas Energy Solutions has the most, 934 reviews, and ranks #2. 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 Clearlake?

California's HVAC demand peaks during summer heat waves and the first cold snaps. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance.

Update log for Clearlake

  1. October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 8 hvac contractors serving Clearlake.