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HVAC Repair in Fort Collins, CO

Compare 10 local hvac repair pros. Typical service: $163–$489.

Top HVAC Repair Companies in Fort Collins

  1. 1.Lion Home Service

    4.7★ (6,241 reviews)

    4.7★ from 6241 reviews

    +19708298222Website

  2. 2.Swan Plumbing Heating & Air of Fort Collins

    4.9★ (116 reviews)

    4.9★ from 116 reviews

    +19707622331Website

  3. 3.HVAC Services: Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.8★ (17 reviews)

    4.8★ from 17 reviews

    +19705129794

  4. 4.Master HVAC Fort Collins

    5.0★ (12 reviews)

    5.0★ from 12 reviews

    +19703988782Website

  5. 5.Poudre Valley Air

    3.8★ (18 reviews)

    3.8★ from 18 reviews

    +19704932050Website

  6. 6.Fort Collins Air Conditioning & Heating

    4.2★ (10 reviews)

    4.2★ from 10 reviews

    +19705254791

  7. 7.Reliable Fort Collins HVAC Repair

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +19702255686Website

  8. 8.Precision Comfort HVAC

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +19705614696Website

  9. 9.Beier Heating and Air Conditioning

    3.0★ (2 reviews)

    3.0★ from 2 reviews

    +19704048503Website

  10. 10.Fort Collins kero hvac

    +17202484092Website

HVAC Repair Cost in Fort Collins

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Fort Collins
AC repair$163–$489/job
Seasonal tune-up$82–$217/visit
Furnace repair$163–$544/job
AC replacement$5,435–$13,044/job

HVAC Repair prices in Fort Collins run about 9% above the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 10 companies serving Fort Collins, rated 4.5★ on average across 6,422 customer reviews.

Fort Collins Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Fort Collins's weather means for scheduling hvac repair.

Last spring frost
April 30
First fall frost
October 5
Annual precipitation
16.1"
Heating degree days
5,918
Cooling degree days
569
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan17.9°44.2°0.4"
Feb20.9°46.5°0.4"
Mar28.2°54.7°1.59"
Apr35.5°62.2°2.06"
May44.5°71.1°2.43"
Jun52.6°80.4°2.17"
Jul58.5°86.6°1.71"
Aug56.7°84°1.6"
Sep47.5°75.9°1.33"
Oct36.4°63.9°1.15"
Nov25.9°51.4°0.76"
Dec17.7°42.8°0.5"

NOAA station data 2.23 miles from Fort Collins.

Permits & Regulations in CO

Permit typically required

  • Colorado has no statewide HVAC contractor license — licensing is handled by cities and counties
  • Denver and other Front Range jurisdictions license mechanical contractors and permit equipment replacement separately
  • Federal EPA Section 608 certification is required to handle regulated refrigerants regardless of local licensing

License required: Local city or county mechanical license (no statewide license)

Sources: dpo.colorado.gov, www.denvergov.org

HVAC Repair FAQs for Fort Collins

How much does AC repair cost in Fort Collins?

AC repair in Fort Collins typically runs $163-$489 per job.

When should I service my AC in Fort Collins?

Fort Collins averages 569 cooling degree days a year, so most systems get a tune-up before the first sustained heat rather than during it.

Do I need a permit for HVAC work in Fort Collins, CO?

In CO, Colorado has no statewide HVAC contractor license — licensing is handled by cities and counties. Verify with the Fort Collins building department before equipment is replaced.

How many HVAC companies serve Fort Collins?

We track 10 HVAC professionals serving Fort Collins.

How hard does Fort Collins heat work an air conditioner?

Summer highs near 87F in Fort Collins mean systems run long cycles for months, which is what drives the compressor and capacitor failures common here.

Does Fort Collins need heating as well as cooling?

With 5,918 heating degree days against 569 cooling degree days, Fort Collins homes need both, and sizing for one alone leaves the other uncomfortable.

Is HVAC service in Fort Collins more expensive than the national average?

HVAC work in Fort Collins runs about +8.7% versus the national average.

When should I switch to heat in Fort Collins?

Most Fort Collins homes need heat by the first frost around October 5, and winter lows near 18F set how hard it has to work.