93/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 4,552 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 4,552 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8021 W Gulf to Lake Hwy, Crystal River, FL 34429
Best HVAC Contractors in Hernando, FL (2026)
137 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Hernando: Bay Area Air Conditioning, CR Score 93/100; 4.9★ from 4,552 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): AND Services, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 137.
- 4
Most-reviewed: Sunshine Air Conditioning, 4,695 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 137 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
137 Hernando HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 44 are open 24/7, 86 open Saturdays and 66 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 137 rated businesses.
Top 10 HVAC contractors in Hernando at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bay Area Air Conditioning | 93 | 4.9★ (4,552) | Citrus Hills, 12 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | AND Services | 92 | 4.7★ (2,561) | Inverness, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Fast Air Repair | 91 | 4.9★ (1,027) | Citrus Springs, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Sunshine Air Conditioning | 90 | 4.9★ (4,695) | Bellview, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 5 | Air FX, Inc. | 90 | 4.9★ (1,127) | Inverness, 4 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Olympic Heating & Cooling | 90 | 5.0★ (119) | Beverly Hills, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Priority Heating & Air Conditioning | 89 | 4.9★ (236) | Bellview, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Coast to Coast Heating & Air, LLC | 88 | 4.9★ (1,434) | Ocala, 23 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Sun Kool Air Conditioning, Inc. | 88 | 4.8★ (1,669) | Wildwood, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Florida Air Pro's Heating & Cooling | 88 | 5.0★ (45) | Inverness, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 137 best HVAC contractors in Hernando, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
#2 AND Services
Based in Inverness, 7 mi away
92/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 2,561 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 2,561 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1011 S Florida Ave, Inverness, FL 34450
Based in Citrus Springs, 11 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 1,027 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 1,027 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 11040 SW Hwy 484, Dunnellon, FL 34432
Based in Bellview, 23 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 4,695 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (4,695).
- 4.9★ from 4,695 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 12550 US-441, Belleview, FL 34420
#5 Air FX, Inc.
Based in Inverness, 4 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,127 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 1,127 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 3400 E Gulf to Lake Hwy, Inverness, FL 34453
Based in Beverly Hills, 6 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 119 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 119 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3971 N Lecanto Hwy Ste 640043, Beverly Hills, FL 34465
Based in Bellview, 11 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 236 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 236 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ocala, 23 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 1,434 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 1,434 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3778 S Pine Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Based in Wildwood, 21 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,669 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,669 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 9867 US-301, Wildwood, FL 34785
Based in Inverness, 3 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 45 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2659 E Gulf to Lake Hwy, Inverness, FL 34453
#11 Mechanical One
Based in Ocala, 22 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 691 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 691 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4534 FL-40, Ocala, FL 34482
Based in Ocala, 22 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,922 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,922 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4344 SE 95th St Unit B, Ocala, FL 34480
#13 Fast Air Repair
Based in Ocala, 23 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 1,121 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 1,121 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3347 SW 7th St, Ocala, FL 34474
Based in The Villages, 21 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 423 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 423 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4062 Thomas St, Oxford, FL 34484
Based in Bellview, 21 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 326 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ocala, 24 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,306 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,306 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2520 NW 6th St, Ocala, FL 34475
Based in Ocala, 18 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 147 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 147 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#18 Air Pros (Ocala)
Based in Ocala, 19 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 1,043 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 1,043 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7355 SW 38th St Suite 803, Ocala, FL 34474
Based in Citrus Hills, 13 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 552 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 552 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 7745 W Homosassa Trail, Homosassa, FL 34448
Based in Ocala, 14 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 107 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 107 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Ocala, 24 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 363 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 363 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7660 SE 59th Ct, Ocala, FL 34472
Based in Beverly Hills, 6 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,191 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 1,191 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 10 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 6680 N Lecanto Hwy, Beverly Hills, FL 34465
Based in Ocala, 22 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 118 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 118 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 85 SW 52nd Ave Unit 300, Ocala, FL 34474
Based in Ocala, 23 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 185 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 185 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2130 SW 7th Ave, Ocala, FL 34471
Based in Ocala, 22 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 195 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 195 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 470 NW 68th Ave, Ocala, FL 34482
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 137 ranked HVAC contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Hernando
20 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 |
|---|---|---|
| A perfect climate heating & air conditioning | 5.0★ (3) | 24 mi |
| Absolute Pool Service & Repair | 5.0★ (1) | 5 mi |
| Alfords mobile services | 14 mi | |
| Bounds Heating & Air | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| CLIMATE CHANGER AIR CONDTIONING LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Cool Air M.D. Air Conditioning & Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 25 mi |
| Corna Heating and air llc | 6 mi | |
| Douglas Kahane | 5.0★ (7) | 6 mi |
| Evercool Air & Mechanical, Inc | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| Hardwick Air Conditioning & Refrigeration | 5.0★ (6) | 19 mi |
| Heat Treating Equipment Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| HVAC for Homes! Lowest Prices in America! | 5.0★ (1) | 21 mi |
| HVAC Services | 2.0★ (1) | 24 mi |
| Perfect Climate and Refrigeration LLC | 4.5★ (16) | 23 mi |
| R & A Industries | 4.3★ (21) | 22 mi |
| Ship Shape AC Inc | 5.0★ (3) | 24 mi |
| Southeastern Refrigeration | 2.5★ (2) | 16 mi |
| The Air Joa Corporation | 5.0★ (17) | 25 mi |
| ULTIMATE AIR LLC | 17 mi | |
| Wingman Heating and Cooling | 5.0★ (8) | 22 mi |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Hernando?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Hernando. 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 Florida
In Florida, Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (DBPR) licenses Certified or registered air conditioning (CAC, RA) and mechanical (CMC, RM) contractors.
- Search the business name or license number on the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (DBPR) 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 Florida
In Florida, 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 Hernando HVAC contractors
We scored 137 Hernando 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.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Hernando data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |
HVAC contractors in Hernando: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Hernando?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Hernando, FL is Bay Area Air Conditioning with a CR Score of 93/100. It has 4.9★ from 4,552 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. AND Services (#2) and Fast Air Repair (#3) follow. We ranked 137 HVAC contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Hernando?
ContractorsRanked ranks 137 HVAC contractors serving Hernando, FL. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Hernando are open 24/7?
44 ranked HVAC contractors in Hernando post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bay Area Air Conditioning (#1), AND Services (#2) and Fast Air Repair (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Hernando work on weekends?
86 of 137 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 66 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bay Area Air Conditioning (#1), AND Services (#2) and Fast Air Repair (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in Florida?
In Florida, Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (DBPR) handles licensing and covers Certified or registered air conditioning (CAC, RA) and mechanical (CMC, RM) contractors. Search the business or license number at https://www.myfloridalicense.com/wl11.asp.
How much does ac replacement cost in Hernando?
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 Hernando. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Hernando HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 137 rated HVAC contractors in Hernando is 4.8★, with a median of 41 reviews. Sunshine Air Conditioning has the most, 4,695 reviews, and ranks #4. 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 Hernando?
In Florida, 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 Hernando
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 137 hvac contractors serving Hernando.
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