63/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews, the most in Merritt Island.
- 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4851 US-1, Rockledge, FL 32955
Best HVAC Contractors in Merritt Island, FL (2026)
102 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Merritt Island: Freedom Air and Plumbing, CR Score 63/100; 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Ellington AC & Electric, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 102.
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Most-reviewed: Ellington AC & Electric, 2,834 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 102 ranked after Freedom Air and Plumbing; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
102 Merritt Island HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 38 are open 24/7, 73 open Saturdays and 58 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 102 rated businesses.
Top 10 HVAC contractors in Merritt Island at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Freedom Air and Plumbing | 63 | 4.8★ (6,711) | Rockledge, 18 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Ellington AC & Electric | 63 | 4.9★ (2,834) | Rockledge, 16 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | MAC 5 Services: Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Heating, & Drain Experts | 62 | 4.9★ (2,234) | Rockledge, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Ratti Air and Heat | 62 | 5.0★ (643) | Cocoa, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Paradise Air & Heat | 62 | 4.9★ (197) | Merritt Island | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Dial Duron Service Company | 61 | 4.8★ (2,379) | Rockledge, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Cool Rays Air Conditioning and Heating | 61 | 4.9★ (713) | Cocoa, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Turner Air & Heat | 60 | 5.0★ (254) | Titusville, 8 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 9 | Crimson Tide Air Conditioning & Heating | 60 | 4.9★ (83) | Titusville, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Air Gagers | 60 | 4.9★ (419) | Rockledge, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 102 best HVAC contractors in Merritt Island, 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 Rockledge, 16 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,834 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 2,834 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3280 US-1, Rockledge, FL 32955
Based in Rockledge, 17 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,234 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 2,234 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 375 Gus Hipp Blvd, Rockledge, FL 32955
Based in Cocoa, 12 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 643 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 643 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1401 Clearlake Rd, Cocoa, FL 32922
Based in Merritt Island
62/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 197 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–11 PM
- Address
- 25 Hurwood Ave, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Based in Rockledge, 19 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 2,379 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 2,379 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 290 Paint St Suite 101, Rockledge, FL 32955
Based in Cocoa, 10 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 713 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 713 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–8 PM · Sun 11 AM–6 PM
- Address
- 3815 US-1 Suite 62, Cocoa, FL 32926
Based in Titusville, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 254 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 254 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 680 Karen Dr, Titusville, FL 32780
Based in Titusville, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3852 S Hopkins Ave, Titusville, FL 32780
#10 Air Gagers
Based in Rockledge, 18 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 419 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 419 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- Air Gagers, 4320 US-1, Rockledge, FL 32955
Based in Mims, 16 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 231 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 231 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Cocoa, 7 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 87 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 87 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 760 West Ave, Cocoa, FL 32927
#13 Budget Breeze AC
Based in Cocoa, 13 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 89 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 467 Forrest Ave #117, Cocoa, FL 32922
Based in Titusville, 8 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,803 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Furnace repair service”.
- 4.9★ from 1,803 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3485 S Hopkins Ave, Titusville, FL 32780
Based in Cocoa, 10 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 134 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 134 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 6640 Cecil Rd, Cocoa, FL 32927
Based in Cocoa, 14 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 134 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning repair service”.
- 4.9★ from 134 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3665 W King St, Cocoa, FL 32926
#17 BAIR AIR
Based in Titusville, 8 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 78 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 78 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3760 S Hopkins Ave, Titusville, FL 32780
Based in Cocoa, 10 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 238 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 238 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 3815 N Cocoa Blvd, Cocoa, FL 32926
Based in Titusville, 8 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 440 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 440 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 4400 S Hopkins Ave #101, Titusville, FL 32780
#20 RB Air
Based in Cocoa, 10 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 69 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 69 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3815 N Cocoa Blvd #65, Cocoa, FL 32926
Based in Rockledge, 17 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 888 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning repair service”.
- 4.8★ from 888 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 4055 Riomar Dr, Rockledge, FL 32955
Based in Titusville, 11 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 103 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 103 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 655 Childre Ave, Titusville, FL 32796
Based in Merritt Island
59/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 287 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 287 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3585 N Courtenay Pkwy #2, Merritt Island, FL 32953
Based in Cocoa, 13 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 499 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 499 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 500 S Cocoa Blvd, Cocoa, FL 32922
Based in Cocoa, 10 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 51 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3475 US-1, Cocoa, FL 32926
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 102 ranked HVAC contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Merritt Island
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Air Source LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 11 mi |
| Air Conditioning Repair | In Merritt Island | |
| AirMerica Heating and Cooling, LLC | 5.0★ (1) | 16 mi |
| America's Technical Solutions, LLC | 1.0★ (1) | 23 mi |
| Anyday Air conditioning Services | 5.0★ (25) | 19 mi |
| Arctic Edge AC Repair | 5.0★ (1) | 25 mi |
| Atlantic Air Inc | 4.7★ (78) | 13 mi |
| Cocoa Heating and Air | 5.0★ (6) | 12 mi |
| Dittmer Air & Heat | 5.0★ (6) | 13 mi |
| Dorado Air and Heat, Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | In Merritt Island |
| Ellington Air Conditioning & Heat | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Enviro Cool Inc. | 4.4★ (7) | 14 mi |
| Happy House AC and Power | 5.0★ (12) | 9 mi |
| Kings of Cold Air Conditioning & Refrigeration LLC | 5.0★ (10) | 24 mi |
| Leaf Air & Heat | 3.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Port St John Air Conditioning | In Merritt Island | |
| Premier Heating and Cooling Cocoa | 9 mi | |
| RUSH Facilities, LLC | 4.0★ (1) | 7 mi |
| Tony Cook Heating & AC | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Woody's Air & Heat Inc | 5.0★ (17) | 16 mi |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Merritt Island?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Merritt Island. 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 Merritt Island HVAC contractors
We scored 102 Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island 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 Merritt Island: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Merritt Island?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Merritt Island, FL is Freedom Air and Plumbing with a CR Score of 63/100. It has 4.8★ from 6,711 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Ellington AC & Electric (#2) and MAC 5 Services: Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Heating, & Drain Experts (#3) follow. We ranked 102 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Merritt Island?
ContractorsRanked ranks 102 HVAC contractors serving Merritt Island, FL. 3 of them are based in Merritt Island; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Merritt Island are open 24/7?
38 ranked HVAC contractors in Merritt Island post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Freedom Air and Plumbing (#1), Ellington AC & Electric (#2) and MAC 5 Services: Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Heating, & Drain Experts (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Merritt Island work on weekends?
73 of 102 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 58 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Freedom Air and Plumbing (#1), Ellington AC & Electric (#2) and MAC 5 Services: Plumbing, Air Conditioning, Electrical, Heating, & Drain 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 Merritt Island?
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 Merritt Island. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Merritt Island HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 102 rated HVAC contractors in Merritt Island is 4.9★, with a median of 59 reviews. Freedom Air and Plumbing has the most, 6,711 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 Merritt Island?
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 Merritt Island
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 102 hvac contractors serving Merritt Island.
- October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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