65/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 830 Google reviews, the most in Paradise.
- 4.9★ from 830 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 132 Meyers St Suite 100, Chico, CA 95928
Best HVAC Contractors in Paradise, CA (2026)
35 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Paradise: Bob's Air Repair, CR Score 65/100; 4.9★ from 830 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Royal Aire Solar, Heating, Air & Water, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 35.
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Most-reviewed: Royal Aire Solar, Heating, Air & Water, 718 Google reviews at 4.7★, the most of 35 ranked after Bob's Air Repair; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
35 Paradise HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 17 open Saturdays and 13 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 35 rated businesses.
Top 10 HVAC contractors in Paradise at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bob's Air Repair | 65 | 4.9★ (830) | Chico, 11 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Royal Aire Solar, Heating, Air & Water | 64 | 4.7★ (718) | Chico, 10 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Climate & Energy Solutions | 62 | 4.9★ (562) | Chico, 14 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Connect Energy Mechanical | 59 | 5.0★ (65) | Chico, 10 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 5 | Paradise Heating Air Conditioning LLC | 59 | 5.0★ (16) | Paradise | Sat · Sun | — |
| 6 | Air-Art Heating & Air Conditioning | 58 | 4.9★ (301) | Chico, 12 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Barnhart Heating & Air | 58 | 4.8★ (17) | Chico, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Embers Heating and Air | 58 | 5.0★ (43) | Oroville, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | All Around Heating, Air & Construction | 56 | 4.8★ (84) | Chico, 10 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 10 | Story Heating & Air | 55 | 4.7★ (31) | Chico, 10 mi away | Sat | — |
The 35 best HVAC contractors in Paradise, 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 Chico, 10 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 718 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 718 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2530 Zanella Way Ste A, Chico, CA 95928
Based in Chico, 14 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 562 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 562 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 3268 Esplanade A, Chico, CA 95973
Based in Chico, 10 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 65 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
Based in Paradise
59/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 5 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 1748 Drayer Dr, Paradise, CA 95969
Based in Chico, 12 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 301 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 301 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1407 Almond St, Chico, CA 95928
Based in Chico, 11 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 74 Artesia Dr, Chico, CA 95973
Based in Oroville, 20 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5625 Baggett Marysville Rd, Oroville, CA 95966
Based in Chico, 10 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 84 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 84 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3125 Southgate Ln, Chico, CA 95928
Based in Chico, 10 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 609 Entler Ave, Chico, CA 95928
Based in Durham, 10 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 1917 Oroville-Chico Hwy, Durham, CA 95938
Based in Oroville, 19 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 111 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 111 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4572 Olive Hwy, Oroville, CA 95966
Based in Magalia, 6 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat 7 AM–9 PM · Sun 7 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 14755 Denise Dr, Magalia, CA 95954
Based in Durham, 12 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 46 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 4.4★ from 46 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–5 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–1 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 2393 Durham-Dayton Hwy, Durham, CA 95938
Based in Chico, 12 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 13303 Cabin Hollow Ct STE 600, Chico, CA 95973
Based in Oroville, 19 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 97 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 97 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2710 Feather River Blvd #B, Oroville, CA 95965
Based in Oroville, 20 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 129 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 129 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 6210 Miners Ranch Rd, Oroville, CA 95966
Based in Willows, 24 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Chico, 5 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Chico, 10 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
Based in Chico, 6 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
Based in Chico, 14 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Willows, 19 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 37 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Chico, 10 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 45 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.1★ from 45 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 3025 Southgate Ln, Chico, CA 95928
Based in Chico, 15 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 23 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4345 Hedstrom Way, Chico, CA 95973
All 35 HVAC contractors
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Branden's Plumbing & Rooter Services | 52 | 4.8★ (64) | 19 mi |
| 27 | Red Dirt Electric | 51 | 4.9★ (49) | In Paradise |
| 28 | Comfort Air & Electric | 50 | 4.0★ (4) | 16 mi |
| 29 | Gilmore Construction & Development Inc. | 50 | 5.0★ (5) | 12 mi |
| 30 | Homestead Heating & Air Conditioning | 50 | 2.8★ (27) | 7 mi |
| 31 | McClelland Air Conditioning | 50 | 3.4★ (41) | 12 mi |
| 32 | Pioneer Engineering & Construction | 49 | 4.2★ (26) | 13 mi |
| 33 | Western Heating & Rain Gutters | 48 | 4.3★ (6) | 6 mi |
| 34 | Five Star Refrigeration | 47 | 5.0★ (3) | 23 mi |
| 35 | Experts In Your Home | 46 | 4.1★ (51) | 10 mi |
Also serving Paradise
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Air Rite Heating & Air Conditioning | 3.0★ (2) | 12 mi |
| Air-Con Energy Systems | 5.0★ (2) | 14 mi |
| Alvis Heating & AC | 18 mi | |
| Ashcraft Air Conditioning Co | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| Butte County Creative Productions | 16 mi | |
| chico air | 10 mi | |
| Chico Air Heating & Cooling | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Gallagher's Air Duct Services | 17 mi | |
| Home Air & Chimney Service | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| HVAC - Chico | Plumbing Repairs - Chico | 24/7 Plumbers of Chico, CA | 12 mi | |
| igreen | 3.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Integrity Heating, Air & Solar | 1.0★ (1) | 15 mi |
| John O'Hare Refrigeration-Air | 17 mi | |
| KB Heating & Air | 17 mi | |
| Lugenbell Mechanical Services | 5.0★ (1) | 12 mi |
| Norman S. Wright Mechanical Equipment | 14 mi | |
| Pacific West Home Services | 7 mi | |
| Reynolds Heating And A/C | 17 mi | |
| Tate Jones Heat and Air | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Western Heating & Rain Gutters | In Paradise |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Paradise?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Paradise. 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 Paradise HVAC contractors
We scored 35 Paradise 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 Paradise 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 Paradise: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Paradise?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Paradise, CA is Bob's Air Repair with a CR Score of 65/100. It has 4.9★ from 830 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Royal Aire Solar, Heating, Air & Water (#2) and Climate & Energy Solutions (#3) follow. We ranked 35 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Paradise?
ContractorsRanked ranks 35 HVAC contractors serving Paradise, CA. 2 of them are based in Paradise; 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 Paradise are open 24/7?
6 ranked HVAC contractors in Paradise post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bob's Air Repair (#1), Royal Aire Solar, Heating, Air & Water (#2) and Barnhart Heating & Air (#7). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Paradise work on weekends?
17 of 35 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 13 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Bob's Air Repair (#1), Royal Aire Solar, Heating, Air & Water (#2) and Climate & Energy Solutions (#3). 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 Paradise?
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 Paradise. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Paradise HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 35 rated HVAC contractors in Paradise is 4.9★, with a median of 36 reviews. Bob's Air Repair has the most, 830 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 Paradise?
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 Paradise
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 35 hvac contractors serving Paradise.
More HVAC contractors and Paradise pages
HVAC contractors near Paradise
- HVAC contractors in Magalia, CA33 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Chico, CA35 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Durham, CA38 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Thermalito, CA36 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Oroville, CA34 ranked
- HVAC contractors in South Oroville, CA38 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Oroville East, CA27 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Palermo, CA45 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Gridley, CA43 ranked
- HVAC contractors in Orland, CA24 ranked
Other trades in Paradise
- Roofers in Paradise46 ranked
- Plumbers in Paradise57 ranked
- Electricians in Paradise48 ranked
- General contractors in Paradise63 ranked
- Painters in Paradise29 ranked
- Landscapers in Paradise48 ranked
- Handymen in Paradise20 ranked
- Kitchen remodelers in Paradise24 ranked
- Bathroom remodelers in Paradise17 ranked
- Flooring contractors in Paradise23 ranked
- Tile installers in Paradise11 ranked
- Drywall contractors in Paradise6 ranked
- Concrete contractors in Paradise17 ranked
- Fence contractors in Paradise22 ranked
- Deck builders in Paradise7 ranked
- Siding contractors in Paradise8 ranked
- Window installers in Paradise11 ranked
- Gutter installers in Paradise8 ranked
- Insulation contractors in Paradise5 ranked
- Solar installers in Paradise30 ranked
- Garage door repair companies in Paradise5 ranked
- Tree services in Paradise49 ranked
- Masonry contractors in Paradise8 ranked
- Water damage restoration companies in Paradise19 ranked
- Home builders in Paradise26 ranked
- Demolition contractors in Paradise6 ranked
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