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Top 7 HVAC companies in Suffolk, New York

Public listing data produces this shortlist of seven HVAC contractors serving Suffolk County. Rankings use Bayesian adjustment toward the national mean of 4.764.

HVAC service in Suffolk, New York
Key takeaway

The seven firms differ mainly in review volume and the presence of 24/7 availability. Higher review counts produce smaller score adjustments. Installed costs run above national averages, and incentives require a participating contractor.

Cost of HVAC work in Suffolk County

Installed costs in Suffolk County sit above national averages. One data source lists a typical full-system price of $12,450 with a range of $11,200 to $13,700. A second source reports an invoiced average of $15,721 and an upper-quartile figure of $22,000. Labor is stated at $160 per hour. Permit fees run from $200 to $700. The two sources disagree on the central tendency, and that spread itself is useful information for budgeting.

The shortlist

Companies are ranked by a Bayesian-adjusted rating: a company's star rating is pulled toward the national mean until it has enough reviews to stand on its own, so a 5.0 from four customers does not outrank a 4.9 from two hundred. Small tie-breakers apply for a public website, for being listed as an HVAC specialist rather than a general contractor, and for published 24/7 availability. This is a shortlist built from public listing data, not a review of work performed.

Ocean Air - Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

Ocean Air operates from 66 Old Country Rd, Quogue, NY 11959 and lists a 5-star rating across 82 reviews. Its phone number is (631) 237-3155. The general-contractor listing plus 24/7 availability together suggest readiness for after-hours service calls. The raw rating of 5 sits 0.236 above the national mean of 4.764; with 82 reviews the adjusted score falls only to 4.997, a movement of 0.003. These numbers cannot reveal whether the firm maintains its own service trucks or subcontracts overflow work.

PerfecTemp Heating and Air Conditioning

PerfecTemp Heating and Air Conditioning is located at 63 Clinton St Ste A, Center Moriches, NY 11934 and carries a 5-star rating on 85 reviews. The contact number is (631) 629-4800. Its general-contractor category and lack of published 24/7 status point to standard business-hour operations. The raw 5 exceeds the national mean by 0.236; 85 reviews produce an adjusted score of 4.978, a drop of 0.022. The figures give no indication of typical lead times for non-emergency installs.

All Island Comfort

All Island Comfort sits at 6304 NY-25A, Wading River, NY 11792 and shows a 5-star rating from 37 reviews. Call (631) 591-2289. The general-contractor listing combined with 24/7 availability suggests capacity for round-the-clock response. Its raw rating of 5 is 0.236 above the mean; 37 reviews move the adjusted score to 4.954, a reduction of 0.046. The data leave open the question of how many technicians are on staff during peak winter weeks.

NYS HVAC - AC And Heat Experts

NYS HVAC - AC And Heat Experts is based at 79 Washington Dr, Kings Park, NY 11754 and records a 5-star rating on 42 reviews. The telephone number is (631) 500-5120. General-contractor status without 24/7 listing implies daytime scheduling. The raw score of 5 exceeds the national mean by 0.236; 42 reviews yield an adjusted score of 4.942, a decline of 0.058. These counts do not disclose whether the firm performs its own ductwork or relies on separate trades.

Sparrow Heating & Air Conditioning Inc

Sparrow Heating & Air Conditioning Inc operates from 64 Old Country Rd Unit 5, Quogue, NY 11959 and holds a 4.9-star rating across 82 reviews. Reach the firm at (631) 653-4822. The general-contractor listing indicates a broad service mix. Its raw rating of 4.9 is 0.136 above the mean; 82 reviews produce an adjusted score of 4.904, a movement of 0.004. The numbers cannot show how often the company turns away work during the winter peak.

Long Island HVAC

Long Island HVAC is situated at 1521 Lakeland Ave, Bohemia, NY 11716 and lists a 4.7-star rating from 30 reviews. The phone number is (631) 821-5246. General-contractor status without 24/7 availability points to conventional daytime hours. The raw rating of 4.7 sits 0.064 below the national mean; 30 reviews lift the adjusted score to 4.772, an increase of 0.072. The figures supply no detail on parts inventory or response time for repeat customers.

Absolute HVAC Mechanical Systems Inc.

Absolute HVAC Mechanical Systems Inc. is located on Granny Rd, Farmingville, NY 11738 and carries a 4.6-star rating on 79 reviews. Call (631) 320-0814. The general-contractor category suggests a wide scope of work. Its raw rating of 4.6 is 0.164 below the mean; 79 reviews raise the adjusted score to 4.685, a gain of 0.085. These counts cannot indicate how many of the reviews came from heating versus cooling jobs.

Licensing and permits

New York has no state HVAC contractor licensing board. Licensing authority is delegated to individual cities and counties. The New York City Department of Buildings, for example, requires an Oil Burner Equipment Installer license (Class A or B) for oil-fired equipment and may require a High-Pressure Boiler Operating Engineer or Special Rigger license depending on system type. Electric-only central air or heat-pump work carries no dedicated trade license beyond general contractor and permit rules. Insurance requirements also vary by jurisdiction; New York City mandates General Liability, Workers' Compensation and Disability coverage for oil-burner licensees, yet no statewide minimum exists because no statewide license exists. Permits themselves are issued locally and are required in most Suffolk County towns.

Climate demands on equipment

Suffolk County lies in IECC zones 4A-6A with a dominant zone of 5A and a moist regime. Heating degree days total 5,700 while cooling degree days reach only 900, producing a heating-leaning mixed load profile. Winter design temperature is 15 °F and summer design temperature is 91 °F, with humid summers and dry winters. Primary heating fuel is natural gas or fuel oil. Heat pumps are suitable with cold-climate backup. Central air saturation is moderate to high. Peak service season falls in winter. The engineering note highlights a heating-dominant climate statewide, although New York City is milder than upstate zone 6A, and a large steam and hydronic retrofit market exists. Equipment must therefore be sized for the winter peak and often paired with existing hydronic distribution.

Available incentives

The EmPower+ / NY Home Energy Rebates program through NYSERDA is listed as limited availability. Heat-pump rebates reach $8,000 under HEAR and up to $10,000 for income-eligible households under EmPower+. No state tax credit covers heat pumps; the 25 % solar credit capped at $5,000 does not apply. Utility programs under NYS Clean Heat, administered by Con Edison, National Grid, NYSEG, RG&E, Central Hudson, PSEG-LI and LIPA, offer $1,000-$5,000. Participation in the NYS Clean Heat contractor network is mandatory; the rebate is paid through the contractor, so a non-participating installer yields zero incentive. The 25C and 25D federal credits expired at the end of 2025. Only the commercial 48E ITC remains for qualifying systems.

How to choose an installer

Match the firm's review volume to the size of the job, confirm NYS Clean Heat participation before any heat-pump discussion, and verify the exact permit and insurance rules of the town where the work will occur. Request the specific license class required for the equipment being installed and ask which source of cost data the quote reflects.

Advantages and drawbacks

Advantages
  • Review depth reaches 85 for two firms
  • Five of seven hold public websites
  • Two publish 24/7 availability
Drawbacks
  • All seven list as general contractors
  • No firm shows specialist HVAC category
  • Statewide licensing is absent

Questions readers ask

Who are the top 7 HVAC companies in Suffolk, New York?

Ocean Air ranks first, followed by PerfecTemp, All Island Comfort, NYS HVAC, Sparrow Heating & Air Conditioning, Long Island HVAC and Absolute HVAC Mechanical Systems.

How much does HVAC repair or installation cost in Suffolk, New York?

Typical full-system installs range from $11,200 to $13,700 according to one source and average $15,721 according to another, with labor at $160 per hour and permits between $200 and $700.

What should you look for when hiring an HVAC contractor in Suffolk, New York?

Check review volume against the adjusted score, confirm participation in NYS Clean Heat for rebates, verify the specific local permit rules, and ask whether the firm carries the insurance required by that jurisdiction.

Are HVAC companies in Suffolk, New York licensed and insured?

New York has no statewide HVAC license; authority sits with cities and counties. Insurance requirements vary by jurisdiction and are not uniform across Suffolk County.

How fast can you get an HVAC technician in Suffolk, New York?

Two of the seven listed firms publish 24/7 availability, which narrows response time for emergencies; the remaining five do not publish that signal.

Do you need a permit to replace a furnace or air conditioner in Suffolk, New York?

Permits are required at the local level and vary by town; New York has no statewide HVAC permit process.

Sources

  1. AHRI Directory of Certified Product Performance ↗ AHRI
  2. ENERGY STAR Certified Heating and Cooling Equipment ↗ US EPA
  3. Appliance and Equipment Standards Program ↗ US Department of Energy
  4. Occupational Employment and Wages: HVAC Mechanics and Installers ↗ US Bureau of Labor Statistics
  5. None — New York has no state HVAC contractor licensing board; example: New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) ↗ New York
  6. Suffolk County, New York data profile ↗ US Census Bureau

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