56/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 179 Google reviews, the most in Coalinga.
- 4.9★ from 179 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best HVAC Contractors in Coalinga, CA (2026)
6 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Coalinga: Santa Monica Drain Co., CR Score 56/100; 4.9★ from 179 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Advance Heating & Air Conditioning, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 6.
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Most-reviewed: JW Heating and Air, 16 Google reviews at 3.4★, the most of 6 ranked after Santa Monica Drain Co.; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
6 Coalinga HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 3 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.5★ across 6 rated businesses.
Top 6 HVAC contractors in Coalinga at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Santa Monica Drain Co. | 56 | 4.9★ (179) | Culver City, 24 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | JW Heating and Air | 54 | 3.4★ (16) | Coalinga | — | Most reviews |
| 3 | Advance Heating & Air Conditioning | 54 | 3.7★ (12) | Antioch, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 4 | Ferreira's Heating and Air Conditioning | 53 | 4.3★ (11) | Antioch, 14 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Garza's Air Conditioning & Heating | 52 | 4.6★ (14) | Avenal, 16 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Apple Heating & Air | 48 | 5.0★ (3) | Oakland, 18 mi away | — | — |
The 6 best HVAC contractors in Coalinga, 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 Coalinga
54/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 3.4★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 173 E Glenn Ave, Coalinga, CA 93210
Based in Antioch, 23 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 3.7★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Antioch, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.3★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 6 AM–5 PM · Sat 6 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
Based in Avenal, 16 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.6★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 203 E Tulare St, Avenal, CA 93204
Based in Oakland, 18 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Coalinga?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Coalinga. 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 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).
- Search the business name or license number on the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) 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 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 Coalinga HVAC contractors
We scored 6 Coalinga 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 Coalinga 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 Coalinga: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Coalinga?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Coalinga, CA is Santa Monica Drain Co. with a CR Score of 56/100. It has 4.9★ from 179 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. JW Heating and Air (#2) and Advance Heating & Air Conditioning (#3) follow. We ranked 6 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Coalinga?
ContractorsRanked ranks 6 HVAC contractors serving Coalinga, CA. 1 of them is based in Coalinga; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Coalinga are open 24/7?
2 ranked HVAC contractors in Coalinga post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Santa Monica Drain Co. (#1) and Advance Heating & Air Conditioning (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Coalinga work on weekends?
3 of 6 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 2 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Santa Monica Drain Co. (#1), Advance Heating & Air Conditioning (#3) and Ferreira's Heating and Air Conditioning (#4). 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 Coalinga?
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 Coalinga. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Coalinga HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 6 rated HVAC contractors in Coalinga is 4.5★, with a median of 13 reviews. Santa Monica Drain Co. has the most, 179 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 Coalinga?
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 Coalinga
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 6 hvac contractors serving Coalinga.
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