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HVAC Repair in Minneapolis, MN

Compare 8 local hvac repair pros. Typical service: $191–$572.

Top HVAC Repair Companies in Minneapolis

  1. 1.Ray N. Welter Heating Company

    4.8★ (207 reviews)

    4.8★ from 207 reviews

    +16128256867Website

  2. 2.Minneapolis Heating & Air Conditioning Masters

    4.9★ (37 reviews)

    4.9★ from 37 reviews

    +16513909378

  3. 3.Minneapolis Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.2★ (19 reviews)

    4.2★ from 19 reviews

    +16513164972

  4. 4.Twin City Heating, Air, and Electric

    4.4★ (16 reviews)

    4.4★ from 16 reviews

    +16128008242Website

  5. 5.Duffy's Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.1★ (14 reviews)

    4.1★ from 14 reviews

  6. 6.Modern Heating & Air Conditioning

    3.7★ (17 reviews)

    3.7★ from 17 reviews

    +16127813358Website

  7. 7.Comfort Makers Mechanical Inc

    5.0★ (1 reviews)

    5.0★ from 1 reviews

    +17635663678Website

  8. 8.Sensible Heating and Air Conditioning LLC

    +16125994233Website

HVAC Repair Cost in Minneapolis

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

ServiceTypical range in Minneapolis
AC repair$191–$572/job
Seasonal tune-up$95–$254/visit
Furnace repair$191–$635/job
AC replacement$6,350–$15,240/job

HVAC Repair prices in Minneapolis run about 27% 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 8 companies serving Minneapolis, rated 4.4★ on average across 311 customer reviews.

Minneapolis Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Minneapolis's weather means for scheduling hvac repair.

Last spring frost
April 22
First fall frost
October 13
Annual precipitation
32.81"
Heating degree days
7,383
Cooling degree days
950
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan7.5°24.5°0.96"
Feb12.7°29.3°0.6"
Mar24.4°42.1°1.61"
Apr38°59°3.11"
May50.1°71.5°3.81"
Jun59.8°81.4°4.44"
Jul65.2°86.1°4.45"
Aug63.3°83.5°4.25"
Sep54.2°74°3.48"
Oct41°58.9°2.88"
Nov27.1°41.1°1.93"
Dec12.1°26.9°1.29"

NOAA station data 1.48 miles from Minneapolis.

Permits & Regulations in MN

Permit typically required

  • Minnesota has no standalone statewide HVAC contractor license; HVAC work generally falls under residential building contractor licensing at the Department of Labor and Industry
  • Equipment replacement generally requires a mechanical permit from the local building department
  • Federal EPA Section 608 certification is required to handle regulated refrigerants

License required: Minnesota DLI residential building contractor license

Sources: www.dli.mn.gov

HVAC Repair FAQs for Minneapolis

How much does AC repair cost in Minneapolis?

AC repair in Minneapolis typically runs $191-$572 per job.

When should I service my AC in Minneapolis?

Minneapolis averages 950 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 Minneapolis, MN?

In MN, Minnesota has no standalone statewide HVAC contractor license; HVAC work generally falls under residential building contractor licensing at the Department of Labor and Industry. Verify with the Minneapolis building department before equipment is replaced.

How many HVAC companies serve Minneapolis?

We track 8 HVAC professionals serving Minneapolis.

How hard does Minneapolis heat work an air conditioner?

Summer highs near 86F in Minneapolis mean systems run long cycles for months, which is what drives the compressor and capacitor failures common here.

Does Minneapolis need heating as well as cooling?

With 7,383 heating degree days against 950 cooling degree days, Minneapolis homes need both, and sizing for one alone leaves the other uncomfortable.

Is HVAC service in Minneapolis more expensive than the national average?

HVAC work in Minneapolis runs about +27% versus the national average.

When should I switch to heat in Minneapolis?

Most Minneapolis homes need heat by the first frost around October 13, and winter lows near 8F set how hard it has to work.