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HVAC Repair in Burlington, VT

Compare 3 local hvac repair pros. Typical service: $168–$505.

Top HVAC Repair Companies in Burlington

  1. 1.Ciarletta Services

    4.4★ (9 reviews)

    4.4★ from 9 reviews

  2. 2.Burlington Heating & Air Conditioning

    4.6★ (5 reviews)

    4.6★ from 5 reviews

  3. 3.Champ Mechanical

    3.8★ (6 reviews)

    3.8★ from 6 reviews

HVAC Repair Cost in Burlington

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

ServiceTypical range in Burlington
AC repair$168–$505/job
Seasonal tune-up$84–$224/visit
Furnace repair$168–$561/job
AC replacement$5,610–$13,464/job

HVAC Repair prices in Burlington run about 12% 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 3 companies serving Burlington, rated 4.3★ on average across 20 customer reviews.

Burlington Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Burlington's weather means for scheduling hvac repair.

Last spring frost
May 3
First fall frost
October 7
Annual precipitation
36.82"
Heating degree days
7,435
Cooling degree days
492
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan10.2°27.2°2.06"
Feb12.5°30.6°1.76"
Mar22°40°2.22"
Apr34.8°54.7°2.82"
May45.4°67.2°3.45"
Jun55.3°76.3°3.69"
Jul60.3°80.9°4.16"
Aug58.5°79°3.91"
Sep50.7°70.4°3.64"
Oct39.1°57.2°3.6"
Nov30.9°45.5°3.13"
Dec18.5°33.2°2.38"

NOAA station data 4.68 miles from Burlington.

Permits & Regulations in VT

Permit typically required

  • Vermont certifies heating technicians by fuel through the Division of Fire Safety: oil burner installers and natural or propane gas appliance installers
  • Oil burner installers must pass the National Oilheat Research Alliance Silver exam, and gas installers need American Gas Association coursework
  • Federal EPA Section 608 certification is required to handle refrigerants in air conditioners and heat pumps

License required: Vermont Division of Fire Safety oil burner or gas installer certification

Sources: firesafety.vermont.gov, firesafety.vermont.gov, www.epa.gov

HVAC Repair FAQs for Burlington

How much does AC repair cost in Burlington?

AC repair in Burlington typically runs $168-$505 per job.

When should I service my AC in Burlington?

Burlington averages 492 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 Burlington, VT?

In VT, Vermont certifies heating technicians by fuel through the Division of Fire Safety: oil burner installers and natural or propane gas appliance installers. Verify with the Burlington building department before equipment is replaced.

How many HVAC companies serve Burlington?

We track 3 HVAC professionals serving Burlington.

How hard does Burlington heat work an air conditioner?

Summer highs near 81F in Burlington mean systems run long cycles for months, which is what drives the compressor and capacitor failures common here.

Does Burlington need heating as well as cooling?

With 7,435 heating degree days against 492 cooling degree days, Burlington homes need both, and sizing for one alone leaves the other uncomfortable.

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

HVAC work in Burlington runs about +12.2% versus the national average.

When should I switch to heat in Burlington?

Most Burlington homes need heat by the first frost around October 7, and winter lows near 10F set how hard it has to work.