67/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, the most in Ruidoso.
- 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best HVAC Contractors in Ruidoso, NM (2026)
6 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Ruidoso: Alto Plumbing Heating & Air, LLC, CR Score 67/100; 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Most-reviewed: Any Hour Heating & Cooling, LLC, 16 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 6 ranked after Alto Plumbing Heating & Air, LLC; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
6 Ruidoso HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 is open 24/7, 1 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 6 rated businesses.
Top 6 HVAC contractors in Ruidoso at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alto Plumbing Heating & Air, LLC | 67 | 4.8★ (19) | Ruidoso | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Alpine Plumbing, Heating & Air | 59 | 5.0★ (10) | Ruidoso | — | — |
| 3 | Bison Mechanical | 57 | 5.0★ (6) | Ruidoso | — | — |
| 4 | Walker General Contracting | 57 | 3.8★ (6) | Ruidoso | — | — |
| 5 | Any Hour Heating & Cooling, LLC | 56 | 4.4★ (16) | Pueblo, 16 mi away | — | Most reviews |
| 6 | Diamond Heart Plumbing & Heating / Cooling | 56 | 4.3★ (15) | Ruidoso | — | — |
The 6 best HVAC contractors in Ruidoso, 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 Ruidoso
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–5 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Ruidoso
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1122 NM-48, Alto, NM 88312
Based in Ruidoso
57/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 3.8★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 134 Sudderth Dr suite c, Ruidoso, NM 88345
Based in Pueblo, 16 mi away
56/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.4★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Ruidoso
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews.
- 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Ruidoso?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Ruidoso. 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 Mexico
In New Mexico, New Mexico Construction Industries Division licenses Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration work.
- 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 Mexico
In New Mexico, 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 Ruidoso HVAC contractors
We scored 6 Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso 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 Ruidoso: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Ruidoso?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Ruidoso, NM is Alto Plumbing Heating & Air, LLC with a CR Score of 67/100. It has 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Alpine Plumbing, Heating & Air (#2) and Bison Mechanical (#3) follow. We ranked 6 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Ruidoso?
ContractorsRanked ranks 6 HVAC contractors serving Ruidoso, NM. 5 of them are based in Ruidoso; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Ruidoso are open 24/7?
1 ranked HVAC contractor in Ruidoso posts 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked is Alto Plumbing Heating & Air, LLC (#1). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Ruidoso work on weekends?
1 of 6 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Alto Plumbing Heating & Air, LLC (#1). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in New Mexico?
In New Mexico, New Mexico Construction Industries Division handles licensing and covers Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration work.
How much does ac replacement cost in Ruidoso?
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 Ruidoso. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Ruidoso HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 6 rated HVAC contractors in Ruidoso is 4.6★, with a median of 13 reviews. Alto Plumbing Heating & Air, LLC has the most, 19 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 Ruidoso?
In New Mexico, 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 Ruidoso
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 6 hvac contractors serving Ruidoso.
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