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HVAC Repair in Cleveland, OH

Compare 10 local hvac repair pros. Typical service: $154–$463.

Top HVAC Repair Companies in Cleveland

  1. 1.Conserv-Air

    4.8★ (243 reviews)

    4.8★ from 243 reviews

  2. 2.McPhillips, Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning

    4.5★ (192 reviews)

    4.5★ from 192 reviews

  3. 3.Reader Roofing Heating and Cooling

    4.1★ (37 reviews)

    4.1★ from 37 reviews

  4. 4.Cleveland Heating & Cooling

    4.0★ (21 reviews)

    4.0★ from 21 reviews

  5. 5.Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.3★ (12 reviews)

    4.3★ from 12 reviews

  6. 6.Air-Temp Mechanical

    4.5★ (8 reviews)

    4.5★ from 8 reviews

  7. 7.Global Heating and Cooling

    5.0★ (6 reviews)

    5.0★ from 6 reviews

  8. 8.Premier Construction and HVAC

  9. 9.HVAC Service Cleveland

  10. 10.WTD Mechanical.com

HVAC Repair Cost in Cleveland

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

ServiceTypical range in Cleveland
AC repair$154–$463/job
Seasonal tune-up$77–$206/visit
Furnace repair$154–$515/job
AC replacement$5,145–$12,348/job

HVAC Repair prices in Cleveland run about 3% 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 Cleveland, rated 4.5★ on average across 519 customer reviews.

Cleveland Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Cleveland's weather means for scheduling hvac repair.

Last spring frost
April 7
First fall frost
November 10
Annual precipitation
36.35"
Heating degree days
5,438
Cooling degree days
949
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan23.4°35.1°1.73"
Feb26.1°38°1.79"
Mar31.3°46.2°2.2"
Apr42.3°57.4°3.25"
May53.5°67.7°3.79"
Jun62.5°78°3.59"
Jul67.8°82.1°3.88"
Aug67.2°79.7°3.88"
Sep59.6°73.4°3.53"
Oct48.8°62.5°2.77"
Nov39.6°51.4°3.3"
Dec29.2°39.4°2.64"

NOAA station data 3.31 miles from Cleveland.

Permits & Regulations in OH

Permit typically required

  • The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses HVAC and refrigeration contractors performing commercial work under Ohio Revised Code 4740
  • Residential contractors are regulated by local building and health departments, though those departments may require the state commercial license for residential work too
  • Federal EPA Section 608 certification is required to handle regulated refrigerants

License required: Ohio OCILB HVAC contractor license (commercial); local license for residential

Sources: com.ohio.gov

HVAC Repair FAQs for Cleveland

How much does AC repair cost in Cleveland?

AC repair in Cleveland typically runs $154-$463 per job.

When should I service my AC in Cleveland?

Cleveland averages 949 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 Cleveland, OH?

In OH, The Ohio Construction Industry Licensing Board licenses HVAC and refrigeration contractors performing commercial work under Ohio Revised Code 4740. Verify with the Cleveland building department before equipment is replaced.

How many HVAC companies serve Cleveland?

We track 10 HVAC professionals serving Cleveland.

How hard does Cleveland heat work an air conditioner?

Summer highs near 82F in Cleveland mean systems run long cycles for months, which is what drives the compressor and capacitor failures common here.

Does Cleveland need heating as well as cooling?

With 5,438 heating degree days against 949 cooling degree days, Cleveland homes need both, and sizing for one alone leaves the other uncomfortable.

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

HVAC work in Cleveland runs about +2.9% versus the national average.

When should I switch to heat in Cleveland?

Most Cleveland homes need heat by the first frost around November 10, and winter lows near 23F set how hard it has to work.