94/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 173 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 173 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 10692 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050
Best HVAC Contractors in Marathon, FL (2026)
5 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Marathon: Rocket Cooling, CR Score 94/100; 4.9★ from 173 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Patti The Plumber, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 5.
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Most-reviewed: Patti The Plumber, 641 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 5 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
5 Marathon HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 4 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 5 rated businesses.
Top 5 HVAC contractors in Marathon at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rocket Cooling | 94 | 4.9★ (173) | Marathon | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Patti The Plumber | 89 | 5.0★ (641) | Key West, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Superior Marathon HVAC Experts | 85 | 5.0★ (4) | Marathon | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Artic Temp of the Florida Keys | 80 | 4.6★ (101) | Marathon | — | — |
| 5 | Marathon Air Conditioning | 77 | 3.7★ (15) | Marathon | Sat | — |
The 5 best HVAC contractors in Marathon, 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 Key West, 7 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 641 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (641).
- 5.0★ from 641 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Marathon
85/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5409 Overseas Hwy Ste 1100, Marathon, FL 33050
Based in Marathon
80/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 101 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.6★ from 101 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 9699 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050
Based in Marathon
77/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 3.7★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2499 Overseas Hwy, Marathon, FL 33050
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Marathon?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Marathon. 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 Marathon HVAC contractors
We scored 5 Marathon 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 Marathon 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 Marathon: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Marathon?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Marathon, FL is Rocket Cooling with a CR Score of 94/100. It has 4.9★ from 173 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Patti The Plumber (#2) and Superior Marathon HVAC Experts (#3) follow. We ranked 5 HVAC contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Marathon?
ContractorsRanked ranks 5 HVAC contractors serving Marathon, FL. 4 of them are based in Marathon; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Marathon are open 24/7?
3 ranked HVAC contractors in Marathon post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Rocket Cooling (#1), Patti The Plumber (#2) and Superior Marathon HVAC Experts (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Marathon work on weekends?
4 of 5 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Rocket Cooling (#1), Patti The Plumber (#2) and Superior Marathon HVAC Experts (#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 Marathon?
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 Marathon. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Marathon HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 5 rated HVAC contractors in Marathon is 4.9★, with a median of 101 reviews. Patti The Plumber has the most, 641 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 Marathon?
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 Marathon
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 5 hvac contractors serving Marathon.
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