64/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 7,956 Google reviews, the most in Salem.
- 4.8★ from 7,956 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 28 Commercial Ct, Auburn, NH 03032
Best HVAC Contractors in Salem, NH (2026)
825 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Salem: Heritage Home Service, CR Score 64/100; 4.8★ from 7,956 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Northeast Heating & Cooling, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 825.
- 45
Most-reviewed: Joyce Cooling & Heating Inc., 5,079 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 825 ranked after Heritage Home Service; ranked #45.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
825 Salem HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 250 are open 24/7, 422 open Saturdays and 315 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 825 rated businesses.
Top 10 HVAC contractors in Salem at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heritage Home Service | 64 | 4.8★ (7,956) | Auburn, 14 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Northeast Heating & Cooling | 64 | 5.0★ (449) | Haverhill, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Heritage Home Service | 63 | 4.8★ (3,352) | Wilmington, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | 128 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric | 63 | 5.0★ (562) | North Andover, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | MillTown Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electrical | 63 | 4.8★ (2,927) | Chelmsford, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Central Cooling & Heating | 62 | 4.9★ (3,169) | Woburn, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | A. Fagundes Plumbing & Heating Inc. | 62 | 4.8★ (1,626) | Billerica, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | 128 Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electric | 62 | 4.9★ (3,912) | Wakefield, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | ER Services Plumbing and Heating LLC | 62 | 4.8★ (313) | Methuen, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Walley's Heating & Air | 62 | 4.9★ (793) | Nashua, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 825 best HVAC contractors in Salem, 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 Haverhill, 5 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 449 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 449 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 12 Bond St, Haverhill, MA 01835
Based in Wilmington, 14 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 3,352 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 3,352 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 323 Andover St STE 2, Wilmington, MA 01887
Based in North Andover, 9 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 562 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 562 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3 Johnson St, North Andover, MA 01845
Based in Chelmsford, 14 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 2,927 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 2,927 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 131 Stedman St #6, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Based in Woburn, 19 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 3,169 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 3,169 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 9 N Maple St, Woburn, MA 01801
Based in Billerica, 13 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 1,626 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 1,626 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 116 Pawtucket Blvd, Tyngsborough, MA 01879
Based in Wakefield, 21 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 3,912 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 3,912 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 78 Foundry St, Wakefield, MA 01880
Based in Methuen, 5 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 313 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 313 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1 Toby St Unit 1, Methuen, MA 01844
Based in Nashua, 13 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 793 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 793 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 35 E Hollis St, Nashua, NH 03060
Based in Danvers, 21 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 4,220 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 4,220 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 33 Cherry Hill Dr, Danvers, MA 01923
Based in Manchester, 20 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,303 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 2,303 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 201 Allard Dr, Manchester, NH 03102
Based in Haverhill, 7 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 545 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 545 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 72 S Kimball St, Haverhill, MA 01835
Based in Billerica, 14 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 476 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 476 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 98 Billerica Ave B, North Billerica, MA 01862
Based in Chelmsford, 14 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 443 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 443 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 80 Brick Kiln Rd, Chelmsford, MA 01824
Based in Andover, 16 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 582 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 582 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 11 Old Right Rd Unit A2, Ipswich, MA 01938
Based in Acton, 25 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 3,978 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 3,978 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1220 Liberty Square Rd, Boxborough, MA 01719
Based in Londonderry, 11 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 433 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 433 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 39 Rockingham Rd, Londonderry, NH 03053
Based in Fitchburg, 20 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,275 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 1,275 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 35 Lomar Park Dr, Pepperell, MA 01463
Based in Chester, 13 mi away
61/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 263 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 263 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 261 N Pond Rd, Chester, NH 03036
Based in Hampton, 24 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,248 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 2,248 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 179 Lafayette Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862
Based in Derry, 8 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 176 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 176 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 71 Birch St Suite A, Derry, NH 03038
Based in Stoneham, 22 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 4,377 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 4,377 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 12 Oakland Ave #4, Stoneham, MA 02180
Based in Nashua, 15 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 348 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 348 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 230 Amherst St Unit 103, Nashua, NH 03063
Based in Middleton, 17 mi away
60/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 491 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 491 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5 Wildwood Rd, Middleton, MA 01949
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 825 ranked HVAC contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Salem
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Bolla Electrical & HVAC Services | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Buonagurio HVAC | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Clear Air Duct Cleaning | In Salem | |
| Climate Design Systems, LLC | 4.3★ (89) | 4 mi |
| Comfort Homes Inc | 3.0★ (2) | 11 mi |
| Daniel Doore Plumbing& Heating | 3.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Dracut Plumbing & Heating | 3.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Ferris Plumbing, Heating & Air | 4.9★ (320) | 20 mi |
| Ferris Plumbing, Heating & Air | 4.9★ (77) | 13 mi |
| Harley Weymouth Plumbing & Heating | 5.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Hunter & Sons AC & Cooling | 4.9★ (94) | 13 mi |
| Merrimack Valley Plumbing | 3.0★ (2) | 7 mi |
| Mikey Pipes Plumbing & Heating LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Nextech | In Salem | |
| Revise Heating and Cooling | 5.0★ (2) | 6 mi |
| Spencer Deal Heating Services LLC | 4.0★ (2) | 9 mi |
| Suspended Profile for Non Payment of Services - JP HVAC Services | 3.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Touch of Green- HVAC and HANDY MAN | In Salem | |
| Valerio Air Systems Inc | 3.0★ (2) | 5 mi |
| Windham mechanical | In Salem |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Salem?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Salem. 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 |
When to hire an HVAC contractor in New Hampshire
In New Hampshire, furnace and heat pump calls peak in the coldest winter weeks and AC calls in summer heat waves. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
How we ranked Salem HVAC contractors
We scored 825 Salem 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 Salem 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 Salem: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Salem?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Salem, NH is Heritage Home Service with a CR Score of 64/100. It has 4.8★ from 7,956 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Northeast Heating & Cooling (#2) and Heritage Home Service (#3) follow. We ranked 825 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Salem?
ContractorsRanked ranks 825 HVAC contractors serving Salem, NH. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Salem are open 24/7?
250 ranked HVAC contractors in Salem post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Heritage Home Service (#1), Northeast Heating & Cooling (#2) and Heritage Home Service (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Salem work on weekends?
422 of 825 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 315 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Heritage Home Service (#1), Northeast Heating & Cooling (#2) and Heritage Home Service (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does ac replacement cost in Salem?
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 Salem. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Salem HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 825 rated HVAC contractors in Salem is 4.9★, with a median of 17 reviews. Heritage Home Service has the most, 7,956 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 Salem?
In New Hampshire, furnace and heat pump calls peak in the coldest winter weeks and AC calls in summer heat waves. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
How does ContractorsRanked rank HVAC contractors?
Each HVAC contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Update log for Salem
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 825 hvac contractors serving Salem.
- October 2026: 13 duplicate listings merged.
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