94/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 2,805 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 2,805 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1 Prince Rd, Whippany, NJ 07981
Best HVAC Contractors in Madison, NJ (2026)
1,985 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Madison: Air Group, CR Score 94/100; 4.9★ from 2,805 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Pipe Works Services, Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 1,985.
- 4
Most-reviewed: Service Professionals, 6,302 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 1,985 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
1,985 Madison HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 799 are open 24/7, 1,401 open Saturdays and 1,065 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 1,985 rated businesses.
Top 10 HVAC contractors in Madison at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Group | 94 | 4.9★ (2,805) | East Hanover, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Pipe Works Services, Inc. | 93 | 4.8★ (1,940) | Chatham, 3 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Russo Bros. and Co. | 93 | 4.8★ (3,043) | East Hanover, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Service Professionals | 92 | 4.7★ (6,302) | Union, 8 mi away | 24/7 | Most reviews |
| 5 | Meyer & Depew Co., Inc. | 92 | 4.9★ (1,618) | Kenilworth, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Arctic Plumbing & HVAC | 91 | 5.0★ (652) | Emerson, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Premier services | 91 | 5.0★ (523) | Hawthorne, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Fras-Air Service Experts | 91 | 4.9★ (3,876) | Bridgewater, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Absolute HVAC LLC | 91 | 5.0★ (506) | Cedar Grove, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Bill Leary Air Conditioning & Heating | 90 | 4.8★ (3,190) | Metuchen, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 1,985 best HVAC contractors in Madison, 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.
Based in Chatham, 3 mi away
93/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,940 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,940 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 33 River Rd Suite A, Chatham, NJ 07928
Based in East Hanover, 6 mi away
93/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 3,043 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 3,043 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 27 Eagle Rock Ave, East Hanover, NJ 07936
Based in Union, 8 mi away
92/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.7★ from 6,302 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (6,302).
- 4.7★ from 6,302 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 923 Rahway Ave, Union, NJ 07083
Based in Kenilworth, 8 mi away
92/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 1,618 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 1,618 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 309 Lafayette Ave, Kenilworth, NJ 07033
Based in Emerson, 11 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 652 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 652 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Hawthorne, 10 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 523 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 523 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Bridgewater, 19 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 3,876 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 3,876 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 178 US-206, Hillsborough Township, NJ 08844
Based in Cedar Grove, 11 mi away
91/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 506 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 506 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Metuchen, 16 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 3,190 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 3,190 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6 Green St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Based in Somerset, 17 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 3,574 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 3,574 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 22 Worlds Fair Dr suite e, Somerset, NJ 08873
Based in Metuchen, 15 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 1,475 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 1,475 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 120 Liberty St, Metuchen, NJ 08840
Based in Garfield, 4 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 96 Belmont Ave, Garfield, NJ 07026
Based in Scotch Plains, 8 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 474 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 474 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1766 E 2nd St, Scotch Plains, NJ 07076
Based in Dover, 8 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 260 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 260 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in East Hanover, 5 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 149 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 149 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 299 Ridgedale Ave, East Hanover, NJ 07936
Based in Cranford, 9 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 732 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 732 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 36 N Ave E, Cranford, NJ 07016
Based in Carlstadt, 9 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 378 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 378 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Bound Brook, 15 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 965 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 965 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 418 Talmage Ave, Bound Brook, NJ 08805
Based in Union, 8 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 300 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 300 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3202 Castle Dr, Union, NJ 07083
Based in Berkeley Heights, 8 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 178 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 178 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 133 Atlanta Ave, Vauxhall, NJ 07088
Based in Edison, 16 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 1,766 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 1,766 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 191 Vineyard Rd, Edison, NJ 08817
Based in Summit, 3 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 290 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 290 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 31 Chatham Rd, Summit, NJ 07901
Based in Cedar Grove, 11 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 245 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 245 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Cedar Grove, 13 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 485 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 485 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 451 Main St, Little Falls Township, NJ 07424
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 1,985 ranked HVAC contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Madison
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aladdin Plumbing & Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| ASAP Heating, Cooling & Refrigeration | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| ATV Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| CET Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Core Cooling & Heating Team | In Madison | |
| Corvelli Plumbing and Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Economic pro construction llc | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Elliott-Lewis Corporation/North New Jersey | 3.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| G-Force Mechanical LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Gaynor Plumbing And Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Gold Medal Service - Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing, & Electrical | 4.4★ (5,625) | 22 mi |
| Hanover NJ HVAC and Plumbing | 3.5★ (2) | 4 mi |
| HVAC Equator | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Kosakowski Plumbing And Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Mercury Mechanical LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Navarro & Sons Roofing & Remodeling | 4.8★ (83) | 5 mi |
| North NJ HVAC Services | 5.0★ (2) | 3 mi |
| R. L. Giglio Co. Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Terence Triano Plumbing Llc | 5.0★ (6) | In Madison |
| Victor Contracting | 3.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Madison?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Madison. 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 New Jersey
In New Jersey, New Jersey State Board of Examiners of HVACR Contractors licenses Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration work.
- Search the business name or license number on the New Jersey State Board of Examiners of HVACR Contractors 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 New Jersey
HVAC demand peaks in summer for cooling and in winter for heating. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
How we ranked Madison HVAC contractors
We scored 1,985 Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Madison?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Madison, NJ is Air Group with a CR Score of 94/100. It has 4.9★ from 2,805 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Pipe Works Services, Inc. (#2) and Russo Bros. and Co. (#3) follow. We ranked 1,985 HVAC contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Madison?
ContractorsRanked ranks 1,985 HVAC contractors serving Madison, NJ. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Madison are open 24/7?
799 ranked HVAC contractors in Madison post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Air Group (#1), Pipe Works Services, Inc. (#2) and Russo Bros. and Co. (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Madison work on weekends?
1,401 of 1,985 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 1,065 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Air Group (#1), Pipe Works Services, Inc. (#2) and Russo Bros. and Co. (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in New Jersey?
In New Jersey, New Jersey State Board of Examiners of HVACR Contractors handles licensing and covers Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration work. Search the business or license number at https://newjersey.mylicense.com/verification/.
How much does ac replacement cost in Madison?
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 Madison. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Madison HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 1,985 rated HVAC contractors in Madison is 4.8★, with a median of 19 reviews. Service Professionals has the most, 6,302 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 Madison?
HVAC demand peaks in summer for cooling and in winter for heating. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
Update log for Madison
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 1,985 hvac contractors serving Madison.
- October 2026: 10 duplicate listings merged.
More HVAC contractors and Madison pages
HVAC contractors near Madison
- HVAC contractors in Chatham, NJ2233 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Florham Park, NJ2130 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Hanover, NJ2240 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Summit, NJ2347 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Morristown, NJ1490 ranked
- HVAC contractors in New Providence, NJ2109 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Short Hills, NJ2495 ranked
- HVAC contractors in East Hanover, NJ2210 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Morris Plains, NJ1450 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Berkeley Heights, NJ1768 ranked
Other trades in Madison
- Roofers in Madison2875 ranked
- Plumbers in Madison1495 ranked
- Electricians in Madison1047 ranked
- General contractors in Madison2560 ranked
- Painters in Madison508 ranked
- Landscapers in Madison533 ranked
- Handymen in Madison182 ranked
- Kitchen remodelers in Madison1264 ranked
- Bathroom remodelers in Madison1148 ranked
- Flooring contractors in Madison795 ranked
- Tile installers in Madison146 ranked
- Drywall contractors in Madison36 ranked
- Concrete contractors in Madison434 ranked
- Fence contractors in Madison281 ranked
- Deck builders in Madison403 ranked
- Siding contractors in Madison1013 ranked
- Window installers in Madison789 ranked
- Gutter installers in Madison555 ranked
- Insulation contractors in Madison195 ranked
- Solar installers in Madison220 ranked
- Garage door repair companies in Madison237 ranked
- Foundation repair companies in Madison517 ranked
- Tree services in Madison501 ranked
- Masonry contractors in Madison1044 ranked
- Water damage restoration companies in Madison1299 ranked
- Home builders in Madison784 ranked
- Demolition contractors in Madison199 ranked
- All contractors in Madison