66/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 8,170 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 8,170 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 7 Rupert Rd, Raleigh, NC 27603
Best HVAC Contractors in West Raleigh, NC (2026)
427 HVAC contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in West Raleigh: Air Experts Heating & Cooling, CR Score 66/100; 4.9★ from 8,170 Google reviews; open 24/7.
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Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Michael & Son Services, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 427.
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Most-reviewed: Michael & Son Services, 13,263 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 427 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
427 West Raleigh HVAC contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 138 are open 24/7, 266 open Saturdays and 204 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 427 rated businesses.
Most of this list also appears on the HVAC contractors in Raleigh ranking. See HVAC contractors in Raleigh
Top 10 HVAC contractors in West Raleigh at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Air Experts Heating & Cooling | 66 | 4.9★ (8,170) | Raleigh, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Michael & Son Services | 66 | 4.8★ (13,263) | Raleigh, 5 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies, Most reviews |
| 3 | Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning | 66 | 4.9★ (5,915) | Raleigh, 3 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Blaze Heating Cooling Electrical Plumbing | 65 | 4.8★ (2,857) | Raleigh, 2 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric | 65 | 4.9★ (6,469) | Raleigh, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Air Experts Heating, Cooling and Plumbing | 64 | 4.9★ (2,779) | Raleigh, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Yellow Dot Heating & Air Conditioning | 64 | 4.8★ (4,012) | Raleigh, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | AnyDay Heating & Cooling | 64 | 4.8★ (2,151) | Garner, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Thermo Direct, Inc. | 64 | 4.8★ (2,120) | Raleigh, 6 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Blanton's Air, Plumbing & Electric | 63 | 5.0★ (837) | Garner, 7 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 427 best HVAC contractors in West Raleigh, 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 Raleigh, 5 mi away
66/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 13,263 Google reviews, the most in West Raleigh.
- 4.8★ from 13,263 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4001 Atlantic Ave, Raleigh, NC 27604
Based in Raleigh, 3 mi away
66/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 5,915 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 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 Raleigh, 2 mi away
65/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 2,857 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 2,857 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 540 Pylon Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606
Based in Raleigh, 9 mi away
65/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 6,469 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 6,469 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8810 Westgate Park Dr Suite 110, Raleigh, NC 27617
Based in Raleigh, 8 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 2,779 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 2,779 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2730 Rowland Rd Suite 101, Raleigh, NC 27615
Based in Raleigh, 7 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 4,012 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 4,012 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2400 Sumner Blvd Suite 120, Raleigh, NC 27616
Based in Garner, 5 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 2,151 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 2,151 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 129 Technical Ct, Garner, NC 27529
Based in Raleigh, 6 mi away
64/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 2,120 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 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, 7 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 837 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 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 Raleigh, 6 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 6,452 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 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 Clayton, 1 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 173 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 173 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Apex, 11 mi away
63/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,411 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Heating contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 1,411 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1000 Goodworth Dr, Apex, NC 27539
#14 Call Dad
Based in Raleigh, 9 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 981 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 981 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 8810 Westgate Park Dr STE 114, Raleigh, NC 27617
Based in Apex, 10 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 702 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 702 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#16 6 & Fix
Based in Garner, 7 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 875 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 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 Durham, 18 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 4,352 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 4,352 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 104 S Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703
Based in Rolesville, 15 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 1,909 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 1,909 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 4805 Rogers Rd, Rolesville, NC 27571
Based in Raleigh, 5 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 456 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 456 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 821 Purser Dr STE C, Raleigh, NC 27603
Based in Knightdale, 11 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 2,117 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 2,117 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 305 Village Dr, Knightdale, NC 27545
Based in Garner, 9 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #21 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 Cary, 8 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 323 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 323 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1750 NW Maynard Rd Suite 105, Cary, NC 27513
Based in Wake Forest, 12 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 681 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 681 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5100 Unicon Dr #107, Wake Forest, NC 27587
Based in Apex, 10 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 739 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 739 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2422 Reliance Ave, Apex, NC 27539
#25 Climate Express
Based in Wake Forest, 3 mi away
62/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 142 Google reviews, listed on Google as “HVAC contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 142 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
HVAC contractors ranked #27 to #29
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #27 to #29, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 29 of 427 ranked HVAC contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27 | Carolina, INC. | 62 | 4.8★ (772) | 9 mi |
| 28 | Ideal Services Heating & Cooling | 62 | 4.9★ (1,428) | 14 mi |
| 29 | Progressive | Plumbing, Heating & Air, Electrical | 61 | 4.6★ (1,814) | 9 mi |
How much do HVAC contractors cost in West Raleigh?
National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for West Raleigh. 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 West Raleigh HVAC contractors
We scored 427 West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh 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 West Raleigh: frequently asked questions
Who is the best HVAC contractor in West Raleigh?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked HVAC contractor in West Raleigh, NC is Air Experts Heating & Cooling with a CR Score of 66/100. It has 4.9★ from 8,170 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Michael & Son Services (#2) and Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning (#3) follow. We ranked 427 HVAC contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many HVAC contractors are there in West Raleigh?
ContractorsRanked ranks 427 HVAC contractors serving West Raleigh, NC. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which HVAC contractors in West Raleigh are open 24/7?
138 ranked HVAC contractors in West Raleigh post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Air Experts Heating & Cooling (#1), Michael & Son Services (#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 West Raleigh work on weekends?
266 of 427 ranked HVAC contractors post Saturday hours and 204 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Air Experts Heating & Cooling (#1), Michael & Son Services (#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 West Raleigh?
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 West Raleigh. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do West Raleigh HVAC contractors have?
The median Google rating among 427 rated HVAC contractors in West Raleigh is 4.9★, with a median of 40 reviews. Michael & Son Services has the most, 13,263 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 West Raleigh?
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 West Raleigh
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 427 hvac contractors serving West Raleigh.
- October 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.
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