Licensed HVAC Contractor — Birmingham, AL

HVAC Service in Birmingham, AL — Heating & Cooling Done Right

AC installs, heating repair, seasonal tune-ups, duct cleaning, and 24/7 emergency HVAC service. Licensed contractor serving Jefferson County and the Birmingham metro.

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✓ AL Licensed HVAC ✓ Veteran Owned ✓ 24/7 Emergency ✓ All Major Brands

What We Handle

From new central air installs to emergency no-heat calls, we cover every HVAC need for Birmingham-area homeowners and small businesses.

AC Installation & Replacement

New central air installs, heat pump systems, and ductless mini-splits — all major brands, permit-ready. We size the system correctly for your home's square footage and Birmingham's 8-month cooling demand.

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Heating Installation & Repair

Gas furnaces, heat pumps, and electric heat strips. Emergency heating repair when you need it most. We diagnose fast and carry common parts to get your heat back the same day.

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Seasonal Tune-Ups

Spring AC tune-up before the heat season hits and fall heating tune-up before the first cold snap. Includes filter replacement, refrigerant check, coil cleaning, drain line flush, and a full system inspection.

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Duct Cleaning & Sealing

Full duct system cleaning removes years of dust, mold spores, and allergens. Duct sealing improves efficiency and comfort, and reduces the moisture-related air quality problems common in Birmingham's humid climate.

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Smart Thermostat Installation

Nest, Ecobee, and Honeywell smart thermostat installs with zoning setup and app-based control configured. We handle the wiring and make sure your system communicates correctly with the new controller.

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24/7 Emergency HVAC

AC failure in an Alabama summer, no heat on a cold January night, refrigerant leaks — we respond around the clock. Members get priority dispatch. Call (205) 315-3334 any time.

HVAC in Birmingham's Climate — What You Need to Know

Birmingham's combination of heat, humidity, and a long cooling season creates HVAC failure modes that don't exist in drier parts of the country. Here's what we see every season.

93°F+ With 70%+ Humidity

Birmingham averages highs above 93°F in July and August with relative humidity consistently above 70%. An undersized or poorly maintained AC system doesn't just run longer — it fails. The combination of heat load and latent (moisture) load overwhelms systems that are even one ton undersized.

8-Month Cooling Season

The cooling season in Jefferson County runs from March through October — that's 8 months of meaningful AC demand. Annual tune-ups aren't optional maintenance in this climate; they're what separates a $129 tune-up from a $3,000 compressor replacement in August.

Coil Freeze-Ups & Drain Clogs

Alabama's humidity means condensate drain lines clog with algae growth multiple times per season. Evaporator coil freeze-ups from low refrigerant are more common when the coil is fighting both heat and moisture load simultaneously. We see these calls every week during peak season.

Heat Pumps Are the Right Call Here

Birmingham's winters are mild enough — temperatures rarely stay below 35°F for extended periods — that heat pump systems are increasingly the correct choice. One system handles both heating and cooling efficiently, and the mild winters mean the heat pump's efficiency advantage holds year-round.

HVAC Pricing — Upfront Before We Start

We quote exactly before touching anything. Member pricing reflects the 15% discount included with the Home Systems Plan.

Service Standard Price Member Price
HVAC Diagnostic $89 $39
AC Tune-Up (Spring) $129 $110
Heating Tune-Up (Fall) $129 $110
Refrigerant Recharge (per lb) $75–$125 $64–$106
Capacitor Replacement $189–$350 $161–$298
Blower Motor Replacement $450–$900 $383–$765
New AC Unit (2-ton) $3,200–$5,500 $2,720–$4,675
New Heat Pump (2-ton) $4,000–$7,000 $3,400–$5,950
Duct Cleaning (per system) $299–$599 $254–$509

* Typical ranges for Birmingham-area homes. Exact quote before work begins. System size, home square footage, and access affect final pricing.

Learn about membership — members also get both tune-ups included at no additional charge.

What Makes Us Different

Licensed, veteran-owned, and built around keeping Birmingham homes comfortable year-round — not one-time service calls.

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Licensed HVAC Contractor

YES Home Service holds an Alabama HVAC contractor license. Every installation is permitted and inspected — no workarounds, no liability gaps for homeowners. About our team.

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Members Get 2 Tune-Ups/Year

The Home Systems Plan includes both the spring AC tune-up and fall heating tune-up automatically scheduled — catch problems before they become $3,000 compressor failures.

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No Overtime Charges

Members pay the same rate at 9pm on Sunday as they do at 9am on Monday. No holiday surcharges, no weekend penalties. The price you're quoted is the price you pay.

All Major Brands

Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Rheem, Goodman, Daikin, Mitsubishi — we service and install them all. If it moves refrigerant or conditions air in a Birmingham home, we work on it.

The Smart Way to Handle Birmingham's 8-Month Cooling Season

Home Systems Plan members get a spring AC tune-up and fall heating tune-up automatically scheduled — no calls needed, no appointments to remember. On top of that, every repair is 15% off and emergency service calls drop from $89 to $39.

For a typical Birmingham home running AC 8 months per year, the math is straightforward: catching one refrigerant issue early saves $150–$400 in refrigerant charges. A clogged drain line caught at a tune-up versus discovered during a ceiling-damage claim saves far more. One capacitor failure avoided — at $189–$350 — often covers two to three years of membership. The 8-month cooling season means your HVAC runs more hours per year than most of the country. It deserves more than one annual service call.

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Tune-ups included per year
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Service call (vs. $89 standard)
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Priority emergency dispatch

Serving Birmingham's 8-County Metro

We cover Jefferson County and the surrounding Birmingham metro — from Mountain Brook to Bessemer, from Gardendale to Pelham.

Birmingham Hoover Vestavia Hills Homewood Mountain Brook Trussville Pelham Helena Alabaster Bessemer Lipscomb Gardendale Fultondale Moody Leeds Tuscaloosa

Not sure if we cover your area? Call (205) 315-3334 — if we can't reach you, we'll tell you upfront.

Other Home Services From YES

One membership covers all six services — HVAC, electrical, plumbing, pressure washing, bin cleaning, and landscaping.

Save 15% on Every HVAC Job — Join a Membership Plan

Spring AC tune-up and fall heating tune-up included. Priority dispatch, no overtime charges, and $39 service calls instead of $89.

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HVAC Questions — Birmingham, AL

Common questions about HVAC service, pricing, and membership in the Birmingham metro.

How much does HVAC service cost in Birmingham, AL?
HVAC diagnostic is $89 standard / $39 for Home Systems Plan members. Seasonal tune-ups are $129 each. A new 2-ton AC unit starts at $3,200 for most Birmingham-area homes. We provide an exact written quote before beginning any work — no surprises on the invoice.
How often should I service my HVAC in Alabama?
Twice a year at minimum — a spring AC tune-up before the heat season begins and a fall heating tune-up before the first cold snap. Birmingham's high humidity makes regular maintenance more important than in drier climates, accelerating coil fouling, drain line algae growth, and refrigerant-related issues. Members get both tune-ups included in their plan.
What SEER rating should I buy for a Birmingham home?
We recommend 16–18 SEER for most Birmingham homes. Alabama Power's rate structure makes the efficiency payback real, and given Birmingham's 8-month cooling season, the energy savings compound quickly compared to a minimum-code 14 SEER unit. We can run the payback calculation for your specific home size during the estimate.
What does the HVAC membership plan include?
The Home Systems Plan includes a spring AC tune-up, fall heating tune-up, filter check, refrigerant level verification, drain line flush, and full system inspection — automatically scheduled, no calls needed. You also get 15% off any repair and a $39 service call fee instead of the standard $89. No overtime charges, ever.
Do you service all HVAC brands?
Yes. We service and install Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Rheem, Goodman, Daikin, Mitsubishi, American Standard, York, and other major brands found throughout Birmingham-area homes. If it's in your house, we work on it.
Why is my AC freezing up in Birmingham?
The most common causes are low refrigerant, a dirty air filter restricting airflow, or a fouled evaporator coil. Birmingham's high ambient humidity makes coil freeze-ups more frequent than in drier climates because the coil is fighting both heat load and moisture load simultaneously. Call us at (205) 315-3334 — it's typically a quick diagnostic and same-day repair.
What is a heat pump and should I get one in Alabama?
A heat pump provides both heating and cooling from a single system by moving heat rather than generating it — highly efficient in both directions. Alabama's mild winters make heat pumps an excellent choice: you get efficient cooling in summer and efficient heating down to about 35°F, which covers the vast majority of Birmingham's winter days. We spec heat pumps for Alabama's mixed climate specifically, not generic national specs.
Do you pull HVAC permits in Jefferson County?
Yes. We pull all required Jefferson County HVAC permits and schedule the inspection for every new installation. Every install is code-compliant and fully documented — which matters for homeowner's insurance, home sales, and manufacturer warranty validation.