Top 7 HVAC companies in New York, New York
Public listing data produces this shortlist of seven HVAC contractors serving New York. Rankings use Bayesian-adjusted ratings and published signals.
Seven general contractors appear on the shortlist. All operate from Manhattan addresses. Review counts remain low across the group, so raw ratings receive substantial adjustment toward the national mean of 4.764.
New York City sits in IECC zone 5A with 5,700 heating degree days and only 900 cooling degree days. The market therefore favors contractors experienced with hydronic and steam retrofits alongside standard gas and heat-pump systems. Public records show seven general contractors with published ratings. The ranking uses a Bayesian adjustment that pulls every raw score toward the national mean of 4.764; firms with fewer than ten reviews move farther than those with more data.
How to choose an HVAC contractor
Start with the NYC DOB license lookup to confirm any required Oil Burner Equipment Installer or High-Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer credentials. Next verify participation in the NYS Clean Heat program, because rebates are paid only through approved contractors. Finally compare recent permit history and the number of reviews rather than the raw star rating alone.
The shortlist
QUICK HVAC COOLING AND HEATING REPAIRS LLC
QUICK HVAC COOLING AND HEATING REPAIRS LLC lists 13 reviews at a raw 5.0 that the model adjusts downward to 4.895 because the national mean is 4.764. The firm operates from 65 W 36th St. Ste 1200, New York, NY 10018 and can be reached at (929) 205-1623. Its general-contractor listing combined with published 24/7 availability places it first once the tie-breaker for a public website is applied. These numbers cannot reveal whether the 13 reviews cover complex steam retrofits or only simple service calls.
Super New York AC and Heating Repair
Super New York AC and Heating Repair holds 10 reviews at a raw 5.0 adjusted to 4.883. It is located at 39 W 32nd St #10001, New York, NY 10001 and answers calls at (646) 759-9986. The same general-contractor category and 24/7 signal appear, yet the slightly lower review count produces a larger downward adjustment than the leader. The published data give no indication of how many of those ten reviews involved oil-burner work that requires a separate DOB license.
Deltek Heating & Cooling NYC Services
Deltek Heating & Cooling NYC Services shows three reviews at a raw 5.0 adjusted to 4.845. The address is 28 Water St Unit 194, New York, NY 10004 and the phone is (332) 316-1172. General-contractor status plus 24/7 availability still earns the tie-breaker points, but three reviews move the score farther toward the mean than the firms above it. Nothing in the listing confirms whether the three customers needed high-pressure boiler credentials.
Premier HVAC Manhattan
Premier HVAC Manhattan also carries three reviews at a raw 5.0 adjusted to 4.825. It is based at 250 W 47th St, New York, NY 10036 and reachable at (332) 244-3805. The absence of a 24/7 listing removes one tie-breaker, placing it below the three firms that publish round-the-clock service. The numbers do not disclose how often the firm pulls permits for electric-only heat-pump installations.
Top HVAC NYC
Top HVAC NYC has two reviews at a raw 5.0 adjusted to 4.819. Its address is 17 E Broadway #205, New York, NY 10002 and its phone number is (914) 401-0012. A public website is the only ranking signal listed. With just two reviews the adjustment is larger still, and the data cannot show whether those two jobs required the Oil Burner Equipment Installer license.
York HVAC Services
York HVAC Services appears with one review at a raw 5.0 adjusted to 4.812. The address is E 57th St, New York, NY 10022 and the contact number is (516) 854-6068. Only the website signal is recorded. A single review produces the largest downward movement of any five-star firm on the list, and the listing supplies no information about the type of work performed.
HVAC Repair
HVAC Repair records 12 reviews at a raw 4.7 that the model lifts to 4.806 because the score sits below the national mean. It operates from 333 W 39th St, New York, NY 10018 and can be called at (646) 832-4279. The 24/7 availability and website together offset the lower raw rating enough to finish seventh. The figures cannot indicate how many of the 12 reviews involved the steam or hydronic systems common in older Manhattan buildings.
Installed costs in New York
Two data sources report different installed prices. One lists a typical full-system cost of $12,450 with a range of $11,200 to $13,700. The second source shows an invoiced average of $15,721 for 2025, with the upper quartile reaching $22,000. Labor is stated at $160 per hour and permit fees run between $200 and $700. Both sources therefore describe a high-cost market relative to national averages.
Licensing and permits
New York maintains no statewide HVAC contractor license board. Authority rests with individual cities and counties; in New York City the Department of Buildings issues Oil Burner Equipment Installer (Class A or B) licenses for oil-fired equipment and, where needed, High-Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer or Special Rigger credentials. Insurance requirements are set by the DOB renewal checklist for those license classes and are not uniform across all HVAC work. Permits are issued locally, so a mechanical permit is required in New York City while many upstate counties need only a standard building permit.
Available incentives
NYS Clean Heat rebates are administered through participating contractors only, so a homeowner must select an installer enrolled in the program to receive any utility or NYSERDA payment. EmPower+ offers up to $10,000 for income-eligible households and HEAR heat-pump rebates reach $8,000, yet both flow through the same contractor network. The 25 percent solar tax credit does not apply to heat pumps. Federal 25C and 25D credits expired at the end of 2025, leaving only the commercial 48E incentive for third-party-owned systems.
Local climate demands
Zone 5A produces a heating-dominant load with humid summers. Winter design temperature is 15 °F and summer design reaches 91 °F. Large steam and hydronic systems remain common, so contractors must be prepared for retrofit work rather than simple forced-air replacements. Cold-climate heat pumps are suitable when paired with appropriate backup, and the moderate cooling saturation means summer service volume is lower than winter demand.
Advantages and drawbacks
- Several firms publish 24/7 availability
- All seven maintain public websites
- Local licensing authority is clearly documented
- Every listed firm is a general contractor, not an HVAC specialist
- Review counts range from one to thirteen
- No statewide HVAC license exists
Questions readers ask
Who are the top 7 HVAC companies in New York, New York?
The ranked list is QUICK HVAC COOLING AND HEATING REPAIRS LLC, Super New York AC and Heating Repair, Deltek Heating & Cooling NYC Services, Premier HVAC Manhattan, Top HVAC NYC, York HVAC Services, and HVAC Repair.
How much does HVAC repair or installation cost in New York?
A typical full system install runs $12,450 on average. Invoiced figures from 2025 average $15,721 with the upper quartile at $22,000. Labor is listed at $160 per hour and permits range from $200 to $700.
What should you look for when hiring an HVAC contractor in New York?
Check the NYC DOB license lookup for any required Oil Burner or Boiler Operating Engineer credentials. Confirm the contractor participates in NYS Clean Heat if incentives are part of the project. Verify recent local permits and review volume.
Are HVAC companies in New York licensed and insured?
New York has no state HVAC license board. Licensing is handled locally, primarily by the NYC Department of Buildings for oil and high-pressure equipment. Insurance requirements vary by jurisdiction and license class.
How fast can you get an HVAC technician in New York?
Four of the seven listed contractors publish 24/7 availability. Response times still depend on current workload and whether the firm holds the specific license class needed for the equipment.
Do you need a permit to replace a furnace or air conditioner in New York, New York?
Permits are required at the local level. In New York City the Department of Buildings issues mechanical permits. Upstate counties typically require only a building or mechanical permit with no separate HVAC contractor license.
Sources
- AHRI Directory of Certified Product Performance ↗ AHRI
- ENERGY STAR Certified Heating and Cooling Equipment ↗ US EPA
- Appliance and Equipment Standards Program ↗ US Department of Energy
- Occupational Employment and Wages: HVAC Mechanics and Installers ↗ US Bureau of Labor Statistics
- None — New York has no state HVAC contractor licensing board; example: New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) ↗ New York
- New York County, New York data profile ↗ US Census Bureau
