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Best HVAC Companies in Newark, NJ

The best HVAC companies serving Newark, NJ right now are Top HVAC NYC, Anthony & Sons Mechanical, AC & Heat by Kyle, Andes Refrigeration and Kay's Affordable HVAC&R, each holding a Google rating of 4.8 or higher across a real base of customer reviews. This list favors contractors who can handle Newark's mix of older two and three-family houses, ductless retrofits and small commercial kitchens, and it drops anything that could not be verified as a genuine, currently operating business.

  • Last reviewed September 2026
  • 5 companies reviewed · How We Rank

Our top 5 hvac companies in Newark

Newark's housing runs old: brick two and three-family houses, converted lofts and post-war capes where ductwork was often added later or never fit at all, alongside a humid summer and a cold winter that both push equipment hard. Ductless mini splits have become the default retrofit for rooms without ducts, and boilers feeding cast iron radiators are still common alongside newer central air. Before hiring, check that a contractor holds a current New Jersey HVACR contractor license through the state's Board of Examiners of Master HVACR Contractors and Journeymen, since refrigerant work and gas appliance installation are both regulated and most towns require a mechanical permit and inspection for any equipment changeout.

  1. Top HVAC NYC

    Best for ductless retrofits in older buildings4.8(166 Google reviews)Best for ductless mini split and duct work in older Manhattan buildings    Rank01

    Why we picked them

    A 4.8 rating from 166 Google reviews and a genuine heat load calculation process before quoting equipment stood out among the Newark-area shortlist.

    What we like

    • 4.8 stars from 166 Google reviews
    • Runs a heat load calculation before recommending equipment rather than guessing by square footage
    • Handles both residential and commercial jobs including rooftop units

    Things to consider

    • Published hours are weekdays only, 9am to 5pm, so confirm weekend or emergency coverage by phone

    Services

    • AC repair
    • AC installation
    • Furnace repair
    • Duct cleaning

    Key details

    Best for
    ductless mini split and duct work in older Manhattan buildings
    Service area
    Newark

  2. Anthony & Sons Mechanical

    Best for commercial refrigeration and walk-in coolers4.9(239 Google reviews)10 Melville Pl, Irvington, NJ 07111Best for emergency walk-in cooler and freezer repair for Newark-area food businesses    Rank02

    Why we picked them

    A 4.9 rating from 239 reviews and a genuine specialty in walk-in coolers and freezers make this the pick for Newark's restaurants and food businesses, not just houses.

    What we like

    • 4.9 stars from 239 Google reviews
    • Specializes in walk-in cooler and freezer installation, maintenance and emergency repair
    • Also takes on residential walk-in cooler installs for larger homes

    Things to consider

    • Weighted toward commercial refrigeration, so a routine furnace or central air job may not be its core focus

    Key details

    Best for
    emergency walk-in cooler and freezer repair for Newark-area food businesses
    Service area
    Newark
    Emergency service
    Available
    Credentials
    EPA certified

  3. AC & Heat by Kyle

    Best for evening and weekend residential appointments4.9(200 Google reviews)315 S Harrison St #713, East Orange, NJ 07018Best for homeowners in Essex County who want one contractor for both furnace and central air work    Rank03

    Why we picked them

    A 4.9 rating from 200 reviews and evening hours to 8pm make this a practical choice for homeowners who cannot take a weekday off work.

    What we like

    • 4.9 stars from 200 Google reviews
    • Open 8am to 8pm six days a week, wider hours than the typical weekday window
    • Installs Carrier and Bosch equipment and services both boilers and central air

    Things to consider

    • Closed Sundays, and nothing published confirms 24-hour emergency response

    Services

    • AC repair
    • AC installation
    • Furnace repair

    Key details

    Best for
    homeowners in Essex County who want one contractor for both furnace and central air work
    Service area
    Newark

  4. Andes Refrigeration

    Best for Spanish-speaking households4.8(71 Google reviews)11 Wilson Ave, Kearny, NJ 07032Best for in-home fridge, washer, dryer and mini split repair around Newark and Kearny    Rank04

    Why we picked them

    A 4.8 rating from 71 reviews and full Spanish-language service fill a real gap for Ironbound and Kearny households who want to explain a fault in their own language.

    What we like

    • 4.8 stars from 71 Google reviews
    • Fully Spanish-language service covering refrigeration, ductless mini splits, washers and dryers
    • Tight service radius across Newark and Kearny supports fast arrival times

    Things to consider

    • Google-listed hours and the company website's posted hours differ, so confirm the day's schedule when booking

    Key details

    Best for
    in-home fridge, washer, dryer and mini split repair around Newark and Kearny
    Service area
    Newark
    Emergency service
    Available

  5. Kay's Affordable HVAC&R

    Best for combined residential and light commercial coverage4.8(216 Google reviews)1 Rahway River Pkwy, Union, NJ 07083Best for homeowners and small businesses in Union County wanting one contractor for heating, cooling and light refrigeration    Rank05

    Why we picked them

    A 4.8 rating from 216 reviews across more than a decade in business, plus rooftop and refrigeration capability, rounds out the list for small commercial customers.

    What we like

    • 4.8 stars from 216 Google reviews
    • Trading since 2010 with a wide Union County service area reaching into Newark
    • Handles rooftop units and light commercial refrigeration alongside standard home HVAC

    Things to consider

    • Weekend hours are short, closing at noon Saturday and Sunday

    Services

    • AC repair
    • AC installation
    • Furnace repair
    • Heat pump installation

    Key details

    Best for
    homeowners and small businesses in Union County wanting one contractor for heating, cooling and light refrigeration
    Service area
    Newark
    Years in business
    16 years
    Emergency service
    Available
    Financing
    Available

Compare the top hvac companies in Newark

Ranking position reflects our editorial review, not customer ratings.

Editorial comparison of the 5 ranked companies. Customer ratings, where shown, come from the source named on each company profile.
RankCompanyBest forKey servicesService areaGoogle ratingEmergencyProfile
01Top HVAC NYCductless mini split and duct work in older Manhattan buildingsAC repair, AC installation, Furnace repairNewark4.8 (166)Not listedView →
02Anthony & Sons Mechanicalemergency walk-in cooler and freezer repair for Newark-area food businessesNewark4.9 (239)YesView →
03AC & Heat by Kylehomeowners in Essex County who want one contractor for both furnace and central air workAC repair, AC installation, Furnace repairNewark4.9 (200)Not listedView →
04Andes Refrigerationin-home fridge, washer, dryer and mini split repair around Newark and KearnyNewark4.8 (71)YesView →
05Kay's Affordable HVAC&Rhomeowners and small businesses in Union County wanting one contractor for heating, cooling and light refrigerationAC repair, AC installation, Furnace repairNewark4.8 (216)YesView →

HVAC companies serving Newark and nearby areas

Most companies in this ranking work across New Jersey and the surrounding suburbs. Coverage and travel fees vary, so confirm your address is inside the service area before scheduling.

  • Newark
  • New York
  • East Orange
  • Bloomfield
  • Jersey City
  • North Bergen
  • Belleville
  • Hoboken
  • Union City
  • New York
  • Weehawken Township
  • Kearny
Newark, New Jersey

Service coverage across Newark. Individual company areas are listed on each profile.

How we chose the best hvac companies in Newark

Read our full ranking methodology →

Companies were found through Google Maps searches for HVAC contractors serving Newark, NJ, then checked one by one against their own websites and Google Business Profiles. Two results with Brooklyn, NY addresses were dropped as located outside New Jersey entirely, despite strong review counts, since a company has to actually serve this market from a real regional base to be trusted with a Newark homeowner's job. The remaining five are listed in Google's own search order, not paid placement, and reviews and ratings were read on September 26, 2026. No company paid for inclusion or position.

How to choose a hvac company in Newark

  • Verify insurance and credentials

    Ask for a current certificate of insurance and confirm registration or licensing with the authority that issues it, not with the company.

  • Ask for a written estimate

    Scope, materials, removal, disposal and who pulls the permit should all be named on the page rather than agreed on the doorstep.

  • Compare multiple quotes

    Two or three bids on the same scope. A number far below the others usually means something has been left out of it.

  • Understand the warranty

    Separate the manufacturer's warranty on materials from the company's own warranty on the work, and get both in writing.

  • Ask who performs the work

    Find out whether the crew are employees or subcontractors, and who supervises them on the day.

  • Check recent local projects

    Ask for addresses or photographs of comparable jobs finished nearby in the last year or two.

  • Avoid high-pressure sales

    A discount that expires today, or a knock on the door after a storm, is a reason to slow down rather than sign.

  • Get everything in writing

    Change orders, timeline and payment schedule included, before the first payment changes hands.

Questions to ask before hiring

  • Are you insured, and can you send the certificate?
  • How long have you worked in this area?
  • Will you provide a written estimate with materials listed?
  • What warranty do you offer on the work itself?
  • Do you use subcontractors for this job?
  • Who handles permits and inspection?
  • What would you recommend here, and why?
  • How are unexpected costs handled once work starts?
  • What is the estimated timeline from start to finish?
  • Can you provide recent local references?

Red flags

  • No verifiable local business address or registration
  • Pressure to sign on the first visit
  • A demand for full payment up front
  • An offer to cover or waive your insurance deductible
  • Refusal to put warranty terms in writing
  • A quote that will not itemize scope

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HVAC companies in Newark FAQs

  • How do I check that a Newark HVAC contractor is licensed?

    New Jersey licenses HVACR contractors through the State Board of Examiners of Master HVACR Contractors and Journeymen, under the Division of Consumer Affairs. Ask for the license number and confirm it on the state's license lookup before signing anything, since handling refrigerant and gas appliances both require it. Most Essex County towns, Newark included, also require a mechanical permit and inspection for any equipment changeout, so ask upfront whether the quoted price includes pulling that permit.

  • How much does HVAC repair or replacement cost in Newark?

    None of the companies on this list publish fixed prices, since the right number depends on the equipment size, brand and how much electrical or ductwork changes with it. Get a written, itemized quote that separates equipment, labor, permit fees and any electrical work, and ask whether the price is based on an actual heat load calculation rather than simply matching the old unit's size. A maintenance plan or seasonal tune-up is usually the cheapest way to avoid an emergency call in the first place.

  • Why does an old Newark house need a different HVAC approach than a newer suburb?

    A lot of Newark's housing stock is brick two and three-family construction built without ductwork, later retrofitted with steam or hot water heat, and never designed for a central air system. That is why ductless mini splits show up so often on this list. A contractor quoting a straightforward central air replacement in a house like that should be explaining how the lines get routed and where the outdoor condenser will sit, not just naming a price.

About this ranking

Originally published
September 2026
Last reviewed
September 2026
Companies evaluated
5

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