55/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 48 Google reviews, the most in Storm Lake.
- 4.6★ from 48 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 800 N 2nd St, Cherokee, IA 51012
Best HVAC Contractors in Storm Lake, IA (2026)
5 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Storm Lake: Modern Heating & Cooling, CR Score 55/100; 4.6★ from 48 Google reviews.
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Most-reviewed: Wiese Plumbing & Heating Inc, 15 Google reviews at 2.9★, the most of 5 ranked after Modern Heating & Cooling; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
5 Storm Lake HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 1 open Saturdays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 3.9★ across 5 rated businesses.
Top 5 HVAC contractors in Storm Lake at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Modern Heating & Cooling | 55 | 4.6★ (48) | Cherokee, 19 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Denny's Service Heating, Air conditioning, and Plumbing | 52 | 4.4★ (13) | Cherokee, 19 mi away | Sat | — |
| 3 | Keller Plumbing Heating & Air | 50 | 2.0★ (4) | Storm Lake | — | — |
| 4 | Wiese Plumbing & Heating Inc | 49 | 2.9★ (15) | Storm Lake | — | Most reviews |
| 5 | Hawk-I Plumbing, Inc. | 48 | 3.9★ (14) | Storm Lake | — | — |
The 5 best HVAC contractors in Storm Lake, 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 Cherokee, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 217 W Maple St, Cherokee, IA 51012
Based in Storm Lake
50/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Air conditioning contractor”.
- 2.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 215 E Railroad St, Storm Lake, IA 50588
Based in Storm Lake
49/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 2.9★ from 15 Google reviews.
- 2.9★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1400 Michigan St, Storm Lake, IA 50588
Based in Storm Lake
48/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews.
- 3.9★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
How much do HVAC contractors cost in Storm Lake?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Storm Lake. 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 Iowa
In Iowa, Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board (Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) licenses Mechanical (HVAC, refrigeration, hydronic) 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 Iowa
In Iowa, 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 Storm Lake HVAC contractors
We scored 5 Storm Lake 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 Storm Lake 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 Storm Lake: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in Storm Lake?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in Storm Lake, IA is Modern Heating & Cooling with a CR Score of 55/100. It has 4.6★ from 48 Google reviews. Denny's Service Heating, Air conditioning, and Plumbing (#2) and Keller Plumbing Heating & Air (#3) follow. We ranked 5 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in Storm Lake?
ContractorsRanked ranks 5 HVAC contractors serving Storm Lake, IA. 3 of them are based in Storm Lake; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in Storm Lake work on weekends?
1 of 5 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays is Denny's Service Heating, Air conditioning, and Plumbing (#2). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in Iowa?
In Iowa, Iowa Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board (Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing) handles licensing and covers Mechanical (HVAC, refrigeration, hydronic) licenses.
How much does ac replacement cost in Storm Lake?
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 Storm Lake. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Storm Lake HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 5 rated HVAC contractors in Storm Lake is 3.9★, with a median of 14 reviews. Modern Heating & Cooling has the most, 48 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 Storm Lake?
In Iowa, 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 Storm Lake
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 5 hvac contractors serving Storm Lake.
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