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HVAC Repair in Columbia, SC

Compare 8 local hvac repair pros. Typical service: $142–$425.

Top HVAC Repair Companies in Columbia

  1. 1.Stoudenmire Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.9★ (1,053 reviews)

    4.9★ from 1053 reviews

    +18032813516Website

  2. 2.AAA Heating & Air, LLC.

    4.7★ (872 reviews)

    4.7★ from 872 reviews

    +18038830858Website

  3. 3.Cool Care Heating, Air, Plumbing & Refrigeration

    4.7★ (701 reviews)

    4.7★ from 701 reviews

    +18037727715Website

  4. 4.E.F. Martin Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

    4.8★ (313 reviews)

    4.8★ from 313 reviews

    +18037991717Website

  5. 5.Tankless Water Heater Specialists of Columbia SC

    5.0★ (4 reviews)

    5.0★ from 4 reviews

    +18039557578Website

  6. 6.Moluso Comfort Solutions

    3.4★ (5 reviews)

    3.4★ from 5 reviews

    +18032988388Website

  7. 7.All Season Air Repair

    5.0★ (2 reviews)

    5.0★ from 2 reviews

    +18032636719

  8. 8.Insight Partners

    +18036201780Website

HVAC Repair Cost in Columbia

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

ServiceTypical range in Columbia
AC repair$142–$425/job
Seasonal tune-up$71–$189/visit
Furnace repair$142–$472/job
AC replacement$4,720–$11,328/job

HVAC Repair prices in Columbia run about 6% below 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 Columbia, rated 4.6★ on average across 2,950 customer reviews.

Columbia Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Columbia's weather means for scheduling hvac repair.

Last spring frost
March 23
First fall frost
November 15
Annual precipitation
44.87"
Heating degree days
2,658
Cooling degree days
2,025
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan33°54.7°3.95"
Feb36.1°59.1°3.65"
Mar42.6°66.7°4.03"
Apr50.4°75.1°2.96"
May59.3°82.5°2.91"
Jun67.4°88.8°4.11"
Jul70.9°91.8°4.9"
Aug69.7°90°4.85"
Sep63.2°84.4°3.96"
Oct52.3°75.3°3.02"
Nov43.4°66.7°3.09"
Dec35.6°57.4°3.44"

NOAA station data 6.62 miles from Columbia.

Permits & Regulations in SC

Permit typically required

  • Mechanical contracting including HVAC is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board
  • Residential HVAC work runs through the Residential Builders Commission, which holds exam reciprocity with Alabama, North Carolina and Mississippi
  • Residential specialty registration applies to work over $500 that is not otherwise regulated under Title 40 Chapter 11

License required: SC LLR mechanical contractor or Residential HVAC license

Sources: llr.sc.gov, llr.sc.gov

HVAC Repair FAQs for Columbia

How much does AC repair cost in Columbia?

AC repair in Columbia typically runs $142-$425 per job.

When should I service my AC in Columbia?

Columbia averages 2,025 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 Columbia, SC?

In SC, Mechanical contracting including HVAC is licensed through the SC Contractor's Licensing Board. Verify with the Columbia building department before equipment is replaced.

How many HVAC companies serve Columbia?

We track 8 HVAC professionals serving Columbia.

How hard does Columbia heat work an air conditioner?

Summer highs near 92F in Columbia mean systems run long cycles for months, which is what drives the compressor and capacitor failures common here.

Does Columbia need heating as well as cooling?

With 2,658 heating degree days against 2,025 cooling degree days, Columbia homes need both, and sizing for one alone leaves the other uncomfortable.

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

HVAC work in Columbia runs about -5.6% versus the national average.

When should I switch to heat in Columbia?

Most Columbia homes need heat by the first frost around November 15, and winter lows near 33F set how hard it has to work.