91/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 496 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 496 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 937 N Brightleaf Blvd, Smithfield, NC 27577
Best HVAC Contractors in Smithfield, NC (2026)
195 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Smithfield: Comfort Shield HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical, CR Score 91/100; 4.8★ from 496 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Air Experts Heating & Cooling, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 195.
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Most-reviewed: Air Experts Heating & Cooling, 8,170 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 195 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
195 Smithfield HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 61 are open 24/7, 107 open Saturdays and 75 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 195 rated businesses.
Top 10 HVAC contractors in Smithfield at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Comfort Shield HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical | 91 | 4.8★ (496) | Smithfield | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Air Experts Heating & Cooling | 90 | 4.9★ (8,170) | Raleigh, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning | 90 | 4.9★ (5,915) | Raleigh, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Cardinal Mechanical LLC | 89 | 5.0★ (62) | Smithfield | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Carolina Comfort Air - Raleigh Area | HVAC Company | 89 | 4.8★ (2,926) | Clayton, 6 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 6 | Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric | 89 | 5.0★ (837) | Garner, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Comfort Zone Mechanical LLC | 88 | 5.0★ (157) | Clayton, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Thermo Direct, Inc. | 88 | 4.8★ (2,120) | Raleigh, 21 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | AnyDay Heating & Cooling | 88 | 4.8★ (2,151) | Garner, 22 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Service Pros | 87 | 5.0★ (249) | Wendell, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 195 best HVAC contractors in Smithfield, 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 Raleigh, 23 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 8,170 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (8,170).
- 4.9★ from 8,170 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7 Rupert Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
Based in Raleigh, 24 mi away
90/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 5,915 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 5,915 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2815 S Wilmington St, Raleigh, NC 27603
Based in Smithfield
89/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 62 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 109 A E Edwards St, Princeton, NC 27569
Based in Clayton, 6 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 2,926 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 2,926 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–9 PM
- Address
- 5212 US-70 BUS, Clayton, NC 27520
Based in Garner, 20 mi away
89/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 837 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 837 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2000 Citation Dr Ste 100, Garner, NC 27529
Based in Clayton, 11 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 157 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 157 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 173 Mary Meadows Ln, Clayton, NC 27520
Based in Raleigh, 21 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 2,120 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 2,120 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4901 Trademark Drive, Raleigh, NC 27610
Based in Garner, 22 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 2,151 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 2,151 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 129 Technical Ct, Garner, NC 27529
#10 Service Pros
Based in Wendell, 17 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 249 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 249 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7229 Shawan Rd, Wendell, NC 27591
Based in Wilson, 17 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 401 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 401 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8154 NC 42, Kenly, NC 27542
#12 6 & Fix
Based in Garner, 20 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 875 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 875 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 317-A US Highway 70 East, Garner, NC 27529
Based in Knightdale, 20 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 529 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 529 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 725 Bethlehem Rd, Knightdale, NC 27545
Based in Smithfield
87/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 37 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.6★ from 37 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 466 Cleveland Rd, Smithfield, NC 27577
Based in Knightdale, 22 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 2,117 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 2,117 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 305 Village Dr, Knightdale, NC 27545
#16 Carolina, INC.
Based in Knightdale, 20 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 772 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 772 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 360 Spectrum Dr Suite 110, Knightdale, NC 27545
Based in Raleigh, 22 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.5★ from 6,452 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.5★ from 6,452 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 641 S New Hope Rd, Raleigh, NC 27610
Based in Wendell, 19 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 190 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 190 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 15 W 3rd St, Wendell, NC 27591
Based in Clayton, 11 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 2,062 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 2,062 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
- Address
- 1540 E Front St, Clayton, NC 27527
Based in Garner, 18 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,090 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 2,090 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 600 Waterfield Ridge Pl, Garner, NC 27529
Based in Smithfield
86/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Raleigh, 20 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 257 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 257 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Clayton, 12 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 48 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Raleigh, 20 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 226 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 226 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1008 Fieldgrass Pl, Raleigh, NC 27603
Based in Raleigh, 23 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 456 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 456 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 821 Purser Dr STE C, Raleigh, NC 27603
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 195 ranked HVAC contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Smithfield
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Aire Serv of Hickory | 4.9★ (9) | 16 mi |
| Airtight Heating & Air Conditioning Inc | 4.9★ (31) | 23 mi |
| Atlantic Coast Cooling, Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | In Smithfield |
| Carolina Air Repair, LLC | In Smithfield | |
| Commissioned Heating & Air | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Cooper's Heating and Cooling LLP | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Crisp Comfort Heating & Cooling | 4.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Daniels Heating and Air Conditioning | 5.0★ (2) | 20 mi |
| EverGreen Mechanical LLC | 4.3★ (6) | 17 mi |
| Garner Air Quality Air Conditioning & Heating | 5.0★ (7) | 20 mi |
| Hvac:R-esq | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| IES Residential | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| J & S Heating & Air | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| McKeel Heat & Chill | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| One Source Maintenance, Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Page Heating/ Air | 5.0★ (2) | 4 mi |
| Solix Heating & Air | 5.0★ (19) | 19 mi |
| Special Touch Home Maintenance Service | In Smithfield | |
| Wayne Bryant Heating & Cooling LLC | 4.8★ (41) | 19 mi |
| Your Service Professional | 3.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Smithfield?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Smithfield. 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 North Carolina
In North Carolina, North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors licenses Heating and air conditioning contractor licenses.
- 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 North Carolina
HVAC demand peaks in summer for cooling and in winter for heating. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
How we ranked Smithfield HVAC contractors
We scored 195 Smithfield 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 Smithfield 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 Smithfield: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Smithfield?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Smithfield, NC is Comfort Shield HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical with a CR Score of 91/100. It has 4.8★ from 496 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Air Experts Heating & Cooling (#2) and Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning (#3) follow. We ranked 195 HVAC contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Smithfield?
ContractorsRanked ranks 195 HVAC contractors serving Smithfield, NC. 6 of them are based in Smithfield; 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 Smithfield are open 24/7?
61 ranked HVAC contractors in Smithfield post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Comfort Shield HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical (#1), Air Experts Heating & Cooling (#2) and Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which HVAC contractors in Smithfield work on weekends?
107 of 195 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 75 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Comfort Shield HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical (#1), Air Experts Heating & Cooling (#2) and Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in North Carolina?
In North Carolina, North Carolina State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating and Fire Sprinkler Contractors handles licensing and covers Heating and air conditioning contractor licenses.
How much does ac replacement cost in Smithfield?
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 Smithfield. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Smithfield HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 195 rated HVAC contractors in Smithfield is 4.9★, with a median of 30 reviews. Air Experts Heating & Cooling has the most, 8,170 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 Smithfield?
HVAC demand peaks in summer for cooling and in winter for heating. Spring and fall are the easiest times to book maintenance or a replacement.
Update log for Smithfield
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 195 hvac contractors serving Smithfield.
- October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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