Greenville has no shortage of HVAC companies. A quick search will turn up dozens of options across the Upstate, ranging from large multi-trade operations that handle plumbing, electrical, and HVAC under one roof to smaller, family-owned shops that focus exclusively on heating and cooling.
Some have been around for 50 or 60 years, while others opened in the last decade. Some are independently owned, and some have been acquired by regional or national holding companies, which changes how they operate even if the name on the truck stays the same.
The variety of HVAC companies is actually a good thing for homeowners in Greenville, but it also makes the decision harder. A company that’s great for a full AC replacement on a new construction home might not be the best fit for a weekend emergency repair on a 15-year-old heat pump. And a company with 2,000 Google reviews and a fleet of 50 trucks will run differently than a three-person operation where the owner still answers the phone.
In this article, we break down what we think actually matters when choosing an HVAC company in Greenville, based on 26 years of working in this market as Air Today Heating & Cooling. We start with five evaluation factors, then list 10 companies we believe are worth considering (including our own).
5 Factors to Consider When Choosing an HVAC Company in Greenville
Most people don’t hire HVAC companies often enough to develop strong instincts about what to look for, and the industry doesn’t make it easy. These are the five factors we’d tell a friend to evaluate before signing anything, based on what we’ve seen across thousands of service calls in the Greenville market.
Factor #1: Are they HVAC experts or home service generalists?
Most of the large, well-known companies in the Greenville market are multi-trade operations. They do HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, water heaters, and sometimes even home security under one roof. That business model has real advantages for homeowners who want a single company to call for everything, and some of these companies do all of those things well.
But there’s a tradeoff that doesn’t always get talked about. A company that splits its focus across four or five trades is training technicians across four or five disciplines, managing parts inventory for four or five service lines, and scheduling trucks across a much wider range of job types. The technician who shows up for your heat pump repair might have spent the morning on a plumbing call and the afternoon on an electrical panel. That doesn’t mean they’re unqualified, but it does mean their day-to-day focus is spread thinner than a technician who works on heating and cooling systems all day, every day.
HVAC-only companies, by contrast, tend to go deeper into the thing they actually do. Their technicians see more HVAC-specific problems in a given week, they carry HVAC-specific parts on their trucks, and their training budgets go entirely toward heating and cooling rather than being divided across trades. For straightforward jobs like a seasonal tune-up or a filter replacement, the difference may not matter much. For complex diagnostics, equipment sizing, or a full system replacement, it can make a big difference.
Some multi-trade companies in Greenville employ excellent HVAC technicians, and we’ll include several of them on this list. But it’s worth asking: is the company you’re calling an HVAC company that also does other things, or a home services company that also offers HVAC? The answer shapes the experience you’ll get.
Beyond the specialist vs. generalist question, there are a few baseline credentials every HVAC company in South Carolina should have.
A mechanical contractor’s license from the SC Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation is the legal minimum. General liability insurance and workers’ compensation coverage protect your property and protect you from liability if a technician is injured on your property. EPA Section 608 certification is required by federal law for anyone who handles refrigerants. And manufacturer-specific certifications like Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, Trane Comfort Specialist, Lennox Premier Dealer, or Mitsubishi Diamond Dealer indicate that the company has met that brand’s standards for training and installation quality, which typically unlock extended warranty options that non-certified dealers can’t offer.
If a company can’t produce its license number and proof of insurance on request, that tells you everything you need to know.
Factor #2: Do they offer transparent, upfront pricing or will you get a surprise bill after the work is done?
Pricing in the HVAC industry has historically been opaque, and many companies still operate that way. You call for a repair, a technician shows up, spends an hour diagnosing the problem, and then quotes you a number that feels like it was pulled out of thin air. You have no way to compare because you’re standing in your living room with a broken AC in July, and the technician is already there. That dynamic is how many homeowners end up overpaying, and it’s one of the biggest sources of negative reviews across the industry.
What you want is a company that gives you a price before any work begins, and that price should cover the full scope of the job. That means parts, labor, and any additional fees. No hourly rates that balloon when a repair takes longer than expected. No surprise charges for after-hours or weekend service that weren’t disclosed on the phone. No “well, once we got in there, we found another issue” add-ons that double the original quote without your approval.
Some companies in Greenville have moved to flat-rate or upfront pricing models, which means the price you’re quoted is the price you pay, regardless of how long the job takes. This is generally better for homeowners because it removes the incentive for a technician to work slowly or to “find” additional problems mid-repair. If a company still charges by the hour, that’s not automatically a red flag, but you should get a written estimate with a not-to-exceed amount before authorizing any work.
Financing is another thing worth asking about. A new HVAC system in Greenville typically runs between $5,000 and $15,000, depending on the size of your home, the type of equipment, and the efficiency rating you choose. Most established companies offer financing on new installations, but fewer extend financing to repairs. If you’re facing a $1,500 compressor replacement you didn’t budget for, a company that offers repair financing gives you more flexibility than one that requires full payment at the time of service.
If a company is reluctant to give you a price over the phone or before the work starts, that’s worth noting. The best companies in this market will tell you what it costs, explain why it costs that, and let you decide before a single wrench comes out.
Factor #3: What do their reviews actually tell you, and what should you ignore?
Nearly every HVAC company in Greenville that you find on Google has a rating of 4.5 stars or higher. That sounds like it should make the decision easier, but it actually makes it harder. When everyone has good reviews, you have to read them differently.
A company with 2,000 reviews and a 4.8-star average is telling you something different than a company with 30 reviews and a 5.0. Both are strong, but the first has been tested across a much larger sample of customers, service types, and situations. That kind of consistency at scale is hard to fake and hard to maintain.
Then look at what people actually say in the reviews, not just the star rating. The most useful reviews mention specific technicians by name, describe the problem and how it was resolved, and indicate whether the pricing matched the original quote. Reviews that just say “great service, highly recommend” are nice, but don’t tell you much. Reviews that describe a problem and how the company handled it tell you a lot.
Pay attention to how a company responds to negative reviews. Every company gets them. A 1-star review where the owner responds with a thoughtful explanation, offers to make it right, and provides a direct phone number is actually more reassuring than a wall of 5-star reviews with no management response. It tells you that the company monitors its reputation and cares about resolution, not just appearances.
Be cautious about reviews on platforms where companies pay to be listed, such as HomeAdvisor, Angi, or Thumbtack. These platforms aren’t unreliable, but the business model creates an incentive to feature companies that spend more on the platform. Google reviews, Yelp, and Nextdoor tend to be more organic because the company doesn’t pay for placement.
Don’t forget to look at the dates. A company might have a great overall rating, but if most of their positive reviews are from three years ago and the recent ones are mixed, that could indicate a change in ownership, staffing, or management. Several HVAC companies in the Greenville area have been acquired by regional holding companies in the past few years. The name on the truck stayed the same, but the people and processes behind it changed. Recent reviews will reflect that faster than the overall rating.
Factor #4: What do their warranties and guarantees actually cover?
Warranties in the HVAC industry come in layers, and the differences between them matter more than most homeowners realize.
The first layer is the manufacturer’s warranty, which covers the equipment itself. Most major brands offer a 10-year parts warranty on residential systems, but it typically applies only if the system was installed by a certified dealer and the homeowner registers the equipment within a certain window, usually 60 to 90 days after installation. If the company that installs your system isn’t an authorized dealer for that brand, your manufacturer’s warranty could be shorter or limited, and you might not know until you need to use it.
The second layer is the labor warranty, which covers the cost of a technician coming out to diagnose and fix a problem. Manufacturer warranties cover the part itself, but almost never cover the labor to install the replacement. This is where HVAC companies differ significantly. Some offer 1 year of labor coverage for new installations, some offer 5, and a few in the Greenville market offer up to 10 years. The difference between a one-year labor warranty and a 10-year labor warranty on a new system can easily be worth $1,000 to $2,000 over the life of the equipment, because the labor on a compressor or heat exchanger replacement alone can run $500 to $1,000 or more.
The third layer is satisfaction guarantees, and this is where the range gets wide. Some companies offer a money-back guarantee if you’re not satisfied with the work. Others offer a comfort guarantee, which means they’ll keep adjusting your system until your home reaches and holds the target temperature. And some offer no guarantee beyond the legal minimum. A strong guarantee doesn’t just protect you financially. It tells you that the company has enough confidence in its work to put real money behind it.
When evaluating warranties, ask these specific questions: How long is your labor warranty on new installations? Does the manufacturer’s warranty require me to register the equipment, and will you handle that for me? If I’m not satisfied with a repair, what’s your policy? And if something goes wrong within the warranty period, how quickly can you get a technician out?
A warranty that takes two weeks to schedule a service call isn’t protecting you the way you think it is.
Factor #5: Can they handle your specific needs in Greenville’s climate?
Greenville sits in a climate zone that puts unique demands on HVAC systems. Summers are hot and humid, with temperatures regularly hitting the low to mid 90s and humidity levels that make 85°F feel closer to 100°F. Winters are mild compared to the Northeast or Midwest, but Upstate South Carolina still sees enough cold nights in the 20s and 30s to stress a heating system, especially older heat pumps that lose efficiency below freezing.
That combination means heat pumps are the dominant system type in the Greenville market, and the company you hire should have deep experience with them. A heat pump operates as both your air conditioner and your heater, making it more complex than a system that does only one job. When a heat pump fails in the summer, you lose cooling. When it fails in the winter, you lose heating. And when a heat pump is sized incorrectly for a home, which is one of the most common installation mistakes in this market, it runs constantly without ever reaching the target temperature, driving up your electric bill and shortening the life of the equipment.
Ask any HVAC company you’re considering how they approach equipment sizing. The right answer involves a Manual J load calculation, which is an industry-standard method for determining the exact heating and cooling capacity your home needs based on its square footage, insulation levels, window placement, ductwork condition, and orientation to the sun. A company that sizes your system based on your old system’s size or a rough square-footage estimate is guessing, and an oversized or undersized system will cost you money every month for the next 15 to 20 years.
Humidity management is the other Greenville-specific factor that separates knowledgeable companies from generic ones. A properly sized and functioning AC system should dehumidify your home as a byproduct of the cooling process, but in South Carolina’s climate, that’s often not enough on its own. Companies that understand the local climate will talk to you about indoor humidity levels, recommend solutions like whole-home dehumidifiers when appropriate, and know how to set up a system so it prioritizes moisture removal alongside temperature control. If a company’s answer to your humidity complaints is just “turn the thermostat down,” they may not be the best fit for this market.
Emergency service availability should be confirmed as well. HVAC failures don’t wait for business hours, and Greenville’s summer heat can turn a broken AC from an inconvenience into a genuine health concern within hours, particularly for older residents or families with young children. Some companies in this market offer true 24/7 emergency service with a live person answering the phone. Others route you to a voicemail or an answering service with a callback the next business day. The distinction matters most when you need it most.
10 Best HVAC Companies in Greenville
With those five factors in mind, here are the 10 HVAC companies in the Greenville area we think are worth considering. We’ve listed ourselves first because we’re best positioned to speak to our own work, pricing, and guarantees in detail. The nine companies listed below are in no particular order, and each has built a legitimate reputation in the Upstate.
1. Air Today Heating & Cooling
Air Today is a family-owned, HVAC-only company based in Greenville that has been serving the Upstate since 1999. We’re including ourselves at the top of this list not because we think every other company on it is worse, but because we can speak to our own work with a level of detail and honesty that we can’t apply to anyone else’s. We know what we do well, where our strengths lie, and we can back up what we say with specifics.
Air Today is one of the few companies on this list that does heating and cooling exclusively. We don’t do plumbing. We don’t do electrical. Every technician on our team works on HVAC systems all day, every day, and every dollar we invest in training, parts inventory, and equipment goes toward making us better at that one thing.
That focus shows up in how we diagnose problems. When a system isn’t cooling properly, the issue could be a refrigerant leak, a failing compressor, a dirty evaporator coil, undersized ductwork, a blower motor issue, or a thermostat mounted on an exterior wall that’s reading the wrong temperature. A technician who spends their entire career working through those kinds of problems builds pattern recognition that a generalist, no matter how talented, is less likely to develop. Our lead technician, Keith, has been with Air Today for years and is mentioned by name in more customer reviews than anyone else on the team, precisely because that depth of experience translates into faster, more accurate diagnoses.
We service all makes and models rather than limiting ourselves to a single manufacturer’s equipment. That means we’re not steering you toward a particular brand because we have a dealer agreement. If a Trane system is the right fit for your home, we’ll let you know. If a Carrier or Lennox unit makes more sense for your layout and budget, we’ll recommend that instead. The recommendation is based on your home, not our margins.
Upfront pricing and repair financing
Every job we take on starts with a clear, upfront price that covers the full scope of work. We quote before we start, we get your approval before we proceed, and the number on the invoice matches the number we discussed. No hourly billing, no surprise fees, no “while we were in there” add-ons.
What sets us apart from most companies in this market is that we offer financing on both installations and repairs. A new system is a planned expense that most homeowners can budget for over time. A broken compressor in August is not. Offering financing on repairs means you’re not forced to choose between writing a $1,500 check on the spot and going without air conditioning in the middle of a South Carolina summer. We think more companies should do this, but as of now, most in Greenville don’t.
We also provide free estimates and free in-home consultations for installations. If you’re considering a new system, we’ll come out, assess your home, walk you through your options, and give you a price with no obligation attached. If you decide to go with someone else, there’s no charge for our time.
Reviews and reputation
Air Today holds a 5.0-star rating on Google with over 200 reviews, which we believe is the highest-rated profile in the Greenville market among companies with that volume of reviews. We also carry a 5.0 on Angi and HomeAdvisor.
More than the number, what we’re proud of is what people actually write. Our reviews consistently mention specific things: Keith’s honesty and diagnostic accuracy, Frank’s personal involvement and willingness to answer the phone on weekends, Berkley’s responsiveness in scheduling, and our technicians’ habit of explaining what they’re doing and why rather than just handing over a bill. Multiple customers have reported being told their system didn’t need a repair or replacement, even though they expected to be sold one. That’s not a sales strategy. That’s how we’ve always operated.
We were named Best HVAC Service in South Carolina in both 2024 and 2025 by the Guide to South Carolina, a reader- and editor-voted award. Back-to-back wins in a statewide competition aren’t something you can buy or manufacture. They reflect a pattern of consistent service across a large number of customers over a sustained period.
Warranties and guarantees
Air Today offers a 100% money-back satisfaction guarantee. If we don’t fix the problem, you don’t pay. That guarantee applies to every service call, not just installations. We’re comfortable making that offer because we trust our technicians to do the job right the first time, and on rare occasions when something doesn’t go as planned, we’d rather eat the cost than leave a customer feeling they didn’t get what they paid for.
For new installations, we guarantee that your system will be installed within one week of signing the agreement. In an industry where some companies book installations three to four weeks out, especially during the summer rush, a one-week turnaround gives you back control of your timeline.
Every technician on our team is background-checked and drug-tested before they enter your home. That’s a standard we hold ourselves to because we know you’re letting a stranger into your house, and we think you should feel completely comfortable with who that person is.
Greenville experience and service area
Frank Taylor founded Air Today in 1999 after learning the trade at age 14, working alongside his father. That’s three generations of HVAC knowledge behind every service call. His son, Britton, now serves as COO, managing day-to-day operations and driving the adoption of newer technologies and efficiency standards. His daughter, Berkley, handles scheduling and administration and is the first voice most customers hear when they call.
Twenty-six years in one market gives you something that certifications and brand partnerships can’t replicate: familiarity. We know which neighborhoods in Greenville have older, undersized ductwork that doesn’t meet modern high-efficiency standards. We know which subdivisions were built with heat pumps that are now at the end of their lifespan. We know that the humidity in the Upstate makes equipment sizing and dehumidification strategy more important here than in drier climates.
That kind of local knowledge doesn’t come from a training manual. It comes from decades of crawling under houses and into attics across Greenville, Greer, Simpsonville, Mauldin, Easley, Pickens, Anderson, Clemson, and everywhere in between.
If you want to learn more about our services or schedule a free estimate, you can contact us or call us directly.
2. Carolina Heating Service
Carolina Heating Service has been operating in the Upstate since 1981, when it was founded by Horace and Scott Kelly. The business was originally a heating and air conditioning shop that has grown into one of the largest home service operations in the Greenville area. They have a fleet of over 50 vehicles and service capabilities spanning HVAC, plumbing, electrical, drain cleaning, generators, and indoor air quality systems.
They have over 2,500 Google reviews, averaging 4.9 stars. They’re a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer with NATE-certified technicians, and they hold certifications from the Mechanical Contractors Association of South Carolina, ASHRAE, and ASSE. They’ve also earned the Johnson Controls Dealer of the Year and Daikin Fit Dealer of the Year awards.
On the service side, Carolina Heating offers a range of home services, including AC and furnace installation and repair, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, geothermal systems, dehumidifiers, smart thermostats, water heaters, EV charger installation, backflow testing, and generator service. They offer 24/7 emergency service, financing options, and maintenance plans. They’re licensed in South Carolina, North Carolina, Georgia, and Louisiana.
Carolina Heating was acquired in June 2020 by DLVA Inc., which operates as NearU HVAC Services out of Charlotte. The local team and brand name remained, and the day-to-day operation appears to have stayed consistent based on recent reviews. But the company is no longer independently owned, which is a distinction some homeowners care about and others don’t.
If local, independent ownership is a priority for you, it’s worth asking about the current management structure when you call.
3. Sanders Heating & Cooling
Sanders has been in business since 1953, when Ben Sanders founded the company in Greenville. That makes them one of the longest-operating HVAC contractors in the Upstate, with over 70 years in business, and they’ve remained locally owned throughout that entire run. The company is currently managed by James O. Phillips Jr. and James Wigington as partners, along with business manager Cindy Campbell.
Their technicians are all NATE-certified, and the company holds an A+ rating with the BBB, a HomeAdvisor Top Rated Professional designation, and an Elite Service Professional award. They’re also a qualified Heil Elite Dealer and Fujitsu Elite Contractor. Their service team has over 150 years of combined experience and works on all makes and models.
They provide services including AC repair, installation, and maintenance, furnace and heat pump work, ductless mini-split systems, indoor air quality management, water heaters and tankless water heaters, and light commercial HVAC. They cover Greenville, Easley, Greer, Taylors, and Simpsonville, with 24/7 emergency service available.
What stands out about Sanders is their emphasis on doing things methodically rather than quickly. Every new installation starts with a full analysis of the home rather than a quick square-footage estimate. They also offer a satisfaction and workmanship guarantee and run a “Priority One Maintenance Plan” that includes priority scheduling, repair discounts, and biannual system tune-ups.
Their current promotions include $79 AC tune-ups and new system financing starting at $66 per month. For homeowners who value a long track record, NATE credentials, and a company that hasn’t changed hands in seven decades, Sanders is a strong contender.
4. Brothers Plumbing, Air & Electric
Brothers is a family-owned, multi-trade company based in Greer, founded in 2013 by Tyler Corwin. Despite being one of the younger companies on this list, they’ve built a reputation quickly. They have over 1,000 Google reviews with a 4.9-star rating and have been named a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite for 7 consecutive years from 2017 through 2023, a community-voted award that’s hard to earn without a genuine track record of positive interactions.
They cover three trades: plumbing, HVAC, and electrical. On the HVAC side, that includes installation, repair, and maintenance of central air systems, furnaces, and heat pumps. Their plumbing services cover everything from water heater installation to whole-house re-plumbing, and their electrical team handles panel upgrades, wiring, and general electrical repair.
Brothers operates with a team of 11 to 50 employees across Greenville, Spartanburg, and Anderson Counties and is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergency service. Their core values are built around what they call the “AIR” framework: Attitude and Enthusiasm, Integrity, and Ownership. Customer reviews consistently mention fair pricing and a willingness to stand behind completed work.
The company is smaller and more relationship-driven than some of the larger multi-trade operations on this list. If you’re looking for a single company to handle HVAC, plumbing, and electrical with a lean, locally-owned operation rather than a corporate-backed brand, Brothers is one of the stronger options in the Upstate.
5. Corley Plumbing Air Electric
Corley was founded in 1986 by Chris Corley and has grown into one of the larger home service companies in the Upstate, with over 50 employees operating out of a 25,000-square-foot headquarters in Greenville. They cover HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and a range of specialty services, including duct cleaning and sealing, air filtration, geothermal systems, Generac generators, EV charging installation, and even home security.
On the HVAC side, Corley handles AC and furnace installation and repair, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, boilers, zone control systems, and commercial HVAC for businesses in the Upstate. Their plumbing team covers drain cleaning, water heaters, sewer lines, and general plumbing repair. Their electricians handle everything from circuit breakers to full panel upgrades.
One of Corley’s operational differentiators is its “rolling warehouses.” Their service trucks are fully stocked with common parts, which means most repairs can be completed in a single visit without waiting for a part to be ordered and shipped. They use an upfront pricing model and offer 24/7 emergency service. Their “Service Partner” membership gives members priority scheduling and discounts on repairs.
Corley is now part of TurnPoint Services, a regional holding company that manages multiple home service brands. As with Carolina Heating, the local team and brand remain, but the ownership structure has changed. The company serves a wide area, including Greenville, Mauldin, Simpsonville, Travelers Rest, Easley, Piedmont, Spartanburg, Greer, and surrounding communities.
If you need a company that can handle virtually any home service under one roof and wants the infrastructure of a large operation with same-day part availability, Corley is built for that.
6. General Air of Greenville
General Air traces its roots back to 1959, when Aleck Clark, a mechanical engineering graduate of Southern Technical Institute, took a loan from his mother-in-law and purchased General Heating and Air Conditioning of Greenville. In 1992, the service and replacement departments were spun off into a separate company, General Air Conditioning Service Corporation, to focus specifically on residential, commercial, and light industrial HVAC service.
Robert Clark, Aleck’s son, now runs the company as CEO, and the third generation has entered the business with Alex Clark serving as project manager. Three Clark brothers work in the family’s HVAC operations, and they all live in the same Greenville neighborhood.
General Air is an HVAC-only operation. They handle installation, repair, and maintenance of air conditioning systems, heat pumps, furnaces, boilers, humidifiers, compressors, thermostats, and ductwork for both residential and commercial clients. Their technicians are CFC- and NATE-certified and factory-authorized to service all major equipment brands.
What makes General Air distinctive in the Greenville market is its independence from manufacturer-dealer agreements. Unlike companies contractually tied to a single brand, General Air positions itself as an unbiased contractor that recommends equipment based solely on the customer’s situation. They also offer a few perks uncommon in this market: loaner window units while your system is being repaired or replaced, no overtime charges, special labor rates, and $2 million in liability coverage, among the highest of any residential HVAC company in the area.
They carry a 4.9-star Google rating, have been BBB A+ accredited since 2000, and were named a Nextdoor Neighborhood Favorite in 2023. They also provide financing through Wells Fargo. Multiple customer reviews mention relationships with the company spanning 20-plus years, which speaks to retention in an industry where most people only call when something breaks.
7. Waldrop Plumbing Heating Cooling
Waldrop has been serving the Upstate for over 50 years and covers a broader geographic area than most companies on this list. Their service territory spans Greenville, Spartanburg, Pickens, Anderson, Cherokee, Laurens, and Union Counties, which makes them a viable option for homeowners in more rural parts of the Upstate who sometimes find themselves outside the service boundaries of Greenville-centric companies.
They handle both HVAC and plumbing. On the HVAC side, services include installation, repair, and maintenance of central air systems, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, and ductwork, as well as indoor air quality products, including Phenomenal Aire ionization units. Their plumbing services cover water heaters, drain cleaning, pipe repair, and general plumbing maintenance. Technicians are NATE-certified, and the company employs licensed plumbers for all plumbing work.
Waldrop is known locally through its “Y’all Call Wally” branding, featuring Wally the Walrus mascot. Their standout offering is the “Smart Wally Membership,” a maintenance plan that monitors heating, cooling, and plumbing systems to detect issues early and help prevent costly repairs. The membership also includes priority scheduling and repair discounts.
The company is family-owned and has built its reputation primarily through word of mouth and long-term customer relationships. For homeowners outside the immediate Greenville metro, or those who want a single provider for HVAC and plumbing with deep roots in the broader Upstate community, Waldrop is one of the more established options.
8. Blue Ridge Heating and Air
Blue Ridge is one of the newer companies on this list, but it has an unusual origin story. In October 2019, Ben Lagrange and Chris Davidson purchased Stew’s Heating and Cooling, a Brevard, North Carolina company that had been operating since 1996, and rebranded it as Blue Ridge Heating and Air. They opened a Greenville location the following year.
Lagrange holds a BS and MS in Mechanical Engineering from Clemson, along with an MBA, and spent 19 years at GE Power in Greenville as a design engineer, quality engineer, reliability engineer, and senior engineering manager. Davidson earned a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Florida, plus an MBA, and spent 10 years at Kimberly-Clark and another 10 at GE in operations, maintenance, and quality management roles. That combined engineering background shows up in how they approach system design, equipment selection, and the management of installation processes. Every installation and service technician is manufacturer-certified, and the company invests in both in-house training and factory programs.
Blue Ridge is a Mitsubishi Elite Diamond Dealer and specializes in ductless mini-split systems, which makes them a strong option for homes with room additions, converted garages, or spaces where extending ductwork isn’t practical. They also handle traditional HVAC installation and repair, heat pumps, furnaces, indoor air quality products, duct cleaning, generators, and crawl space encapsulation. They serve Greenville, Pickens, Spartanburg, and Anderson Counties.
They also invest more in educational content than any other HVAC company in the Greenville market. Their blog, podcast, YouTube channel, and community seminars are designed to help homeowners make informed decisions rather than relying on a sales pitch. Their 10-Year Worry-Free Plan covers qualifying installations with an extended warranty that exceeds the industry standard. They also offer financing for up to 5 years at 0% interest on qualifying equipment.
9. Eastergard HVAC
Eastergard is a second-generation family business founded approximately 35 years ago by George Eastergard Sr. The company has maintained a 4.9-star Google rating across around 400 reviews and is known in the market for a low-key, education-first approach to customer interactions.
They handle both residential and commercial HVAC services, including installation, repair, maintenance, and indoor air quality solutions with a focus on energy-efficient systems. Their service area covers Greenville and the surrounding communities.
What consistently comes through in Eastergard’s reviews and reputation is the longevity of their customer relationships. Multiple reviews mention working with the company for 20 or more years, which is exceptional in an industry where customer turnover is high and brand loyalty is rare. That kind of retention typically reflects consistent quality, fair pricing, and the kind of trust that takes time to build.
Eastergard is also active in the local community through sponsorships, including the BMW Pro-Am Charity Tournament. They’re a smaller operation than some of the multi-trade companies on this list, which means you’re more likely to deal with the same people on repeat visits and less likely to be routed through a call center.
For homeowners who value a long-standing personal relationship with their HVAC provider over the convenience of a larger multi-service company, Eastergard fits that mold well. The company has also published its own roundup of the top HVAC companies in Greenville, which speaks to its confidence in its standing in the local market.
10. Tuck & Howell
Tuck & Howell was founded in 1969 and has been family-owned and operated for over 55 years, making it one of the longest-running HVAC companies in the Greenville area. They handle HVAC, plumbing, and water heater services, and they’re authorized dealers for both Lennox and Carrier, two of the most recognized brands in the industry. That dual-dealer relationship gives their customers access to a wider range of equipment options and the extended warranty programs that come with factory-authorized installation.
Their HVAC services include AC and heating installation, repair, and maintenance, as well as heat pumps, geothermal systems, indoor air quality solutions, ductwork, and smart thermostat installation. On the plumbing side, they handle water heaters, tankless water heaters, pipe repair, and general plumbing maintenance. Their technicians are NATE-certified, and the company holds a BBB A+ rating, accreditation, and the BBB’s Integrity Award.
Tuck & Howell offers a “Priority Plus Plan” maintenance agreement that includes biannual system inspections, priority scheduling, and discounts on repairs and parts. They also run periodic promotions, including holiday savings events with options such as $1,000 Visa gift cards or 24-month zero-interest financing on full-system purchases.
The company’s reputation is built on what they describe as an education-first, no-pressure sales approach. Rather than pushing the highest-margin option, their team walks homeowners through the pros and cons of different equipment choices and lets them decide. They offer 24/7 emergency service with an after-hours schedule designed for urgent repairs.
If you specifically want a Lennox or Carrier system installed by an authorized dealer with over half a century of local experience and NATE-certified technicians, Tuck & Howell should be on your short list.
Conclusion
The best HVAC company for your home is the one that fits your specific situation. A homeowner replacing a 20-year-old system in a 3,500-square-foot home has different needs than someone calling for a weekend emergency repair on a five-year-old heat pump. A family looking for one company for HVAC, plumbing, and electrical is different from a homeowner who wants a specialist focused entirely on heating and cooling.
Before you sign anything or authorize any work, make sure you can answer these questions about the company you’re considering: Do they specialize in HVAC, or is it one of several trades they offer? Will they give you a clear, upfront price before work begins? What do their recent Google reviews say, and how do they respond to the negative ones? What exactly do their warranties cover, and for how long? And do they understand the specific demands that Greenville’s climate puts on your system?
If a company can answer all five of those confidently and transparently, you’re probably in good hands regardless of which name is on the truck.
At Air Today Heating & Cooling, we believe our 40+ years in service, our HVAC-only focus, 5.0-star rating, and money-back guarantee speak for themselves. If you’d like to talk through your options with our team or schedule a free in-home estimate, you can contact us by phone at 864-295-0905 or by submitting our contact form.