HVAC companies in Minneapolis, MN
Compare up to three local Minneapolis HVAC contractors from Henry's vetted bench — AC repair, furnace and heat pump service, and full system replacement.
Minneapolis winters push furnaces and boilers hard, and the city's older South Minneapolis bungalows and duplexes often still run on original cast-iron radiator systems that need specialized service. Homeowner Henry connects Minneapolis homeowners with licensed, insured HVAC contractors who know cold-climate heat pumps, gas furnace replacement, and steam or hot-water boiler repair. Whether you're in Longfellow, Linden Hills, or a new build in North Loop, we match you with three local pros ready to quote your job. Every contractor in our network carries a Minnesota mechanical contractor license and EPA 608 certification for refrigerant handling.
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Every HVAC contractor in our network agrees to three things.
Show up
Call back. Keep appointments. And if something changes, communicate it.
Quote honestly
Equipment, scope, permit, and price in writing — so you know what you're agreeing to.
Finish the work
See the job through, pull the permit, and pass inspection before calling it finished.
Nothing revolutionary. Just the way we believe doing business should still be done.
How Henry matches you with Minneapolis HVAC contractors
- Step 1
Tell Henry what the system is doing
Your ZIP, whether it's a repair or a replacement, and how soon you need it handled. Two minutes, four questions.
- Step 2
Pros are already vetted
Only three Henry Standard HVAC contractors in your Minneapolis-area ZIP get your request — pros we've checked for responsiveness, references and written estimates.
- Step 3
Compare up to three quotes
You hear from three HVAC contractors at most — never a list of twenty — and every estimate comes in writing. You pick, or pick nobody.
What HVAC work costs in Minneapolis
| Furnace replacement (gas, 80-96% AFUE) | $4,200 - $8,500 |
| Cold-climate air source heat pump install | $8,500 - $16,000 |
| Central AC replacement (up to 5 ton) | $5,500 - $10,500 |
| Boiler replacement (gas hot water) | $6,500 - $13,500 |
| Radiator/steam boiler repair | $350 - $2,200 |
| AC repair (compressor, capacitor, refrigerant) | $175 - $2,400 |
| Ductwork installation/modification (retrofit to older home) | $2,500 - $9,000 |
| Furnace tune-up/annual maintenance | $110 - $225 |
| Thermostat install (smart/zoned) | $150 - $600 |
Ranges are general estimates gathered from homeowner-reported quotes in the Minneapolis area, not an offer or a quote for your project.
When to schedule HVAC work in Minneapolis
Minneapolis winters routinely drop below zero, and furnaces here run nearly nonstop from November through March, so a heating failure is an emergency, not an inconvenience. Homeowners should schedule furnace and boiler tune-ups in September or October before the first cold snap floods contractor calendars. Summer AC demand peaks in July and August during humid stretches off the Mississippi River valley, and same-week AC repair slots get scarce during heat advisories, so booking a spring AC checkup avoids the midsummer wait.
Permits and HOA rules
Most furnace, boiler, AC, ventilation, and gas piping work in Minneapolis requires a mechanical permit issued through Minneapolis Community Planning and Economic Development (CPED), Development Services, 505 Fourth Ave. S., Room 220 1. Replacing a furnace, boiler, or condenser, adding ductwork, or converting fuel type all trigger a permit and inspection, and the contractor typically pulls it on the homeowner's behalf. Ask any bid whether the CPED mechanical permit and inspection fee is included before signing.
Licensing and insurance in Minnesota
HVAC contractors doing gas piping, heating, ventilation, cooling, or refrigeration work in Minneapolis must hold a mechanical contractor license through the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry (DLI), which also requires a surety bond and liability insurance 2. Homeowners can verify a contractor's license, bond, and any enforcement actions through DLI's free iMS license and registration lookup tool before hiring. Any technician who touches refrigerant, including on legacy R-410A systems now transitioning toward R-454B, must also hold an EPA Section 608 certification, which is separate from the state contractor license.
Why Minneapolis heating systems need specialized contractors
South Minneapolis is full of homes built between 1900 and 1950, many still heated by original cast-iron boilers feeding steam or hot-water radiators. Not every HVAC company services these legacy systems, so ask upfront whether a bidder regularly works on boiler and radiator setups rather than only forced-air furnaces.
Newer builds and remodels around North Loop and the suburbs increasingly install cold-climate air source heat pumps rated to perform efficiently well below zero, often paired with a backup gas furnace for the coldest nights. A contractor experienced in dual-fuel heat pump setups will size the system correctly for Minnesota's climate zone rather than applying a warm-climate rule of thumb.
What drives HVAC costs in the Twin Cities metro
Furnace and boiler pricing in Minneapolis runs higher than national averages because of high-efficiency equipment requirements, tighter attic and basement retrofits in older housing stock, and stronger seasonal demand. Expect variation based on AFUE rating, whether ductwork or radiator piping needs modification, and permit and inspection fees through CPED.
The refrigerant market is mid-transition from R-410A to the lower global-warming-potential R-454B, and by 2026 many new AC and heat pump units ship with R-454B only. If you're repairing an older R-410A system, ask your contractor whether parts and refrigerant are still readily available or whether replacement is more cost-effective.
How to vet an HVAC company before hiring
Confirm the contractor carries a current Minnesota mechanical contractor license by checking DLI's iMS license lookup, and ask for their license number in writing on the estimate.
Get at least three written quotes that itemize equipment model, AFUE/SEER2 rating, labor, ductwork or piping changes, and the CPED mechanical permit fee. A quote missing the permit line item is a red flag.
Ask about manufacturer and labor warranties separately, and check whether the company is a factory-authorized dealer for the brand they're proposing, since that often extends warranty coverage.
Utility rebates worth asking about
CenterPoint Energy offers rebates up to $1,000 on qualifying high-efficiency natural gas furnaces and boilers installed in Minnesota homes on its gas service, with 2026 rebates required to be submitted by December 31, 2026 3.
Xcel Energy provides rebates for central air conditioners and cold-climate air source heat pumps for electric customers, with amounts varying by efficiency tier such as SEER2 and EER2 ratings 4. Ask your contractor to confirm they're a participating Xcel contractor before you sign, since some rebates require it.
Areas Henry covers
Longfellow · Linden Hills · Northeast Minneapolis · North Loop · Uptown · Powderhorn Park · Kingfield · Nokomis · Whittier · Southwest Minneapolis · Camden · Prospect Park
Common questions
Do I need a permit to replace my furnace in Minneapolis?
Yes. Furnace, boiler, and AC replacement all require a mechanical permit through Minneapolis CPED, and the work must pass inspection. Most licensed contractors pull this permit for you as part of the job.
How do I verify an HVAC contractor's license in Minnesota?
Use the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's free iMS license and registration lookup to confirm the contractor holds a current mechanical contractor license and bond.
Are boiler and radiator systems still common in Minneapolis?
Yes, especially in older South Minneapolis neighborhoods like Longfellow and Powderhorn Park where homes built before 1950 often still run original steam or hot-water radiator heat.
Do cold-climate heat pumps actually work in Minneapolis winters?
Modern cold-climate air source heat pumps are rated to operate efficiently down to roughly -13F to -15F, though most installers pair them with a backup gas furnace for the coldest stretches of a Minnesota winter.
What rebates are available for a new furnace or heat pump in Minneapolis?
CenterPoint Energy offers gas furnace and boiler rebates for its natural gas customers, and Xcel Energy offers rebates on central AC and cold-climate heat pumps for electric customers. Ask your contractor which programs your specific utility accounts qualify for.
How far in advance should I schedule furnace maintenance?
Book furnace tune-ups in September or early October, before the first cold snap fills up contractor schedules across the metro.
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