Metro Atlanta heating & cooling help

AC down or heat not working?Get a licensed pro on the way.

Tell us what's going on and we'll connect you with an independent, licensed and insured HVAC contractor near you. It's free, and you're never obligated to hire anyone.

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Takes about 60 seconds.

System down right now?
1Check the thermostat mode, setpoint, and batteries
2Check the breaker and the furnace or air handler switch
3Look for a clogged filter or a tripped condensate switch
Before you call

Repair or replace? Three things that decide it

There's no single right answer, but most repair-versus-replace decisions come down to the same few factors. Knowing them helps you ask better questions and compare quotes fairly.

Age

How old is the system?

Central AC and heat pumps commonly last around 10 to 15 years, and gas furnaces often longer. A major failure on an older unit is usually when replacement deserves a serious look.

Refrigerant

What refrigerant does it use?

Systems that use R-22 rely on refrigerant that's no longer produced in the U.S., so recharges get costly. Newer systems are moving from R-410A to lower-impact refrigerants under EPA rules.

Sizing

Was it sized correctly?

A unit that's too big short-cycles and leaves a humid house; too small and it runs nonstop. A proper replacement starts with a room-by-room load calculation (ACCA Manual J), not a rule of thumb.

How it works

Three steps. No cost to you.

Best HVAC Atlanta is a referral service, not a contractor. Partner companies pay for referrals, so the request is free for you.

01

Tell us what happened

Share your ZIP code and what you're dealing with.

02

We match a local pro

Your request goes to an independent, licensed company serving your area.

03

They call you

Schedule an inspection and get a quote. You decide whether to hire them.

Service areas

Across Metro Atlanta.

We connect homeowners with independent HVAC contractors across the city and the surrounding Metro Atlanta suburbs.

Questions, answered

Is this service free?

Yes. There's no cost to you to request help. HVAC contractors in our network pay for referrals. You only pay the contractor you hire, and you're never obligated to hire anyone.

Are you an HVAC contractor?

No. We're an independent referral service. We pass your request to an independent, licensed and insured HVAC contractor serving your area, and they contact you directly. Any work is contracted between you and that company.

How fast will someone contact me?

For no-cooling or no-heat emergencies, the goal is a call back as soon as possible during business hours and promptly after hours. For tune-ups and replacement quotes, expect contact within a business day or so.

How do I check an HVAC contractor's license in Georgia?

Georgia licenses HVAC contractors as Conditioned Air Contractors through the State Construction Industry Licensing Board. You can look up a license on the Georgia Secretary of State's online verification site. Ask the contractor for their license number and proof of insurance.

How long does a central AC or heat pump last?

Many last around 10 to 15 years, depending on installation quality, maintenance, and how hard they work. In Atlanta's long cooling season, systems put in a lot of hours, so regular maintenance matters.

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