Find a 24/7 HVAC Technician in Memphis, TN
When your AC or heat fails on the worst day of the year, every hour matters. Connect with an independent local HVAC pro now — 24/7 dispatch nationwide.
By Gyanesh Gulshan — Founder, Cool Call Pro
Common Memphis HVAC emergencies
Call Now — (844) 582-179524/7 dispatch · Memphis-area network
AC out, blowing warm, or iced over
Outdoor unit silent · indoor blower running but warm air · ice on the refrigerant lines · short-cycling on/off. The most common cause is electrical (capacitor, contactor) or refrigerant — both require a technician.
Furnace not igniting or blowing cold
Furnace won't ignite · blowing cold air · short-cycling · burning smell on first startup. If you smell gas, leave the building immediately and call 911 first.
Banging, screaming, or grinding outdoor unit
Loud bangs · metal-on-metal screaming · grinding or rattling from the outdoor unit. Failing fan motors, loose blower wheels, and worn compressor bearings are the usual causes. Turn the system off and call — running through these noises spreads the damage.
About the Cool Call Pro Memphis network
24/7 Memphis Dispatch
Independent HVAC providers offering round-the-clock emergency response across the Memphis metro — including weekends and holidays. Overnight surcharges are set by the individual provider.
Memphis Metro Coverage
Independent providers across major Memphis neighborhoods, routed to your area by current availability. The full ZIP-level coverage detail is in the Services & service area section below.
State License Required
All HVAC contractors in Tennessee should hold a current State License Required (TN Board - CMC-C HVAC License). Verify any contractor at the Dept. of Commerce & Insurance, Board for Licensing Contractors (projects >$25,000) before you hire.
Memphis's mixed-humid climate & your HVAC
This Zone 3A (Warm-Humid) climate splits the year between heating and cooling load. Federal SEER2 14.3 (Southeast Region) minimum applies to new AC equipment. Heat pumps that handle both heating and cooling from one outdoor unit are an increasingly popular choice.
Avg summer high
IECC zone (mixed-humid)
Avg winter low
Federal SEER2 minimum
Days/yr above 90°F
Days/yr below 32°F
In Memphis, the median home was built in 1970 with a current median value of $157,100. Around 46% of homes are owner-occupied. About 43% of households heat with natural gas vs. 55% electric. The Tennessee grid averages $0.13/kWh. Sources: U.S. Census ACS · U.S. EIA state rates.
Read our guide on heat pump guide.
HVAC in Memphis, TN: local data & sources
Every numerical claim below references a federal, state, or municipal primary source — NOAA climate normals, U.S. Census ACS, the Tennessee licensing authority, and your local utility's published rebate program.
NOAA NCEI 1991–2020 Normals
Memphis International Airport (KMEM) is the NOAA reference station for the city. Per the NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (station USW00013893), Memphis records an annual mean temperature of 63.4°F, approximately 2,874.9 annual heating degree days against 2,313.8 cooling degree days, and an exceptional 54.94 inches of annual precipitation — one of the wettest major U.S. cities. Only 2.7 inches of snowfall. The near-balanced 1.2:1 HDD-to-CDD ratio plus high rainfall defines Memphis as a classic Zone 3A warm-humid climate where summer humidity drives HVAC design as much as raw cooling capacity.
U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year
The U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates (Tables B25040 and B25035 for Memphis city, Tennessee) report 254,530 occupied housing units with a median year built of 1970. Heating-fuel distribution: 55.1% electricity (140,286 units) leads 42.9% utility natural gas (109,201 units). Like Nashville, Memphis’s electric majority reflects TVA service territory and MLGW’s competitive municipal electric rates — heat pumps became standard replacement equipment decades ago.
Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors
Every HVAC contractor working in Memphis must hold a current state-issued HVAC Mechanical Contractor (CMC-C) license from the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors, administered by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Tennessee requires state contractor licensure for projects above specific dollar thresholds; the CMC-C classification covers HVAC work. Verifying a contractor’s active CMC-C license via the Board’s public lookup tool before authorizing work is the baseline due-diligence step. Permit fees for residential mechanical work are set jointly by the City of Memphis & Shelby County Office of Construction Code Enforcement (unusual city-county joint permitting); contact Construction Code Enforcement directly for the current fee schedule.
MLGW Municipal Combined Utility & TVA EnergyRight
Memphis is served by MLGW (Memphis Light, Gas and Water) — a rare municipal utility that provides electricity, natural gas, AND water from the same agency. MLGW is a TVA electricity distributor and administers TVA EnergyRight residential incentive programs for its customers, including heat pump loan programs. For current rebate dollar amounts and EnergyRight program details, visit mlgw.com and energyright.com directly. Natural-gas rebates for the 42.9% of Memphis homes using gas heat are also administered by MLGW as the gas distributor. The federal Section 25C tax credit was terminated for installations after Dec 31, 2025 (OBBBA, P.L. 119-21) — the local incentives above remain active for 2026. Primary source: DSIRE — Tennessee.
The federal Section 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Credit was terminated for installations placed in service after Dec 31, 2025 by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (Public Law 119-21). State HEAR rebates and utility programs remain in effect. See our HVAC financing options for what's still available.
Services & service area
What our network covers
- Emergency AC Repair in Memphis
- Furnace Repair & Heating Service in Memphis
- Heat Pump Installation & Dual-Fuel Systems
- Central Air Conditioning Installation & Replacement
- HVAC System Maintenance & Seasonal Tune-Ups
Where we connect homeowners
- Central Gardens (Midtown) — ZIP 38104
- Cooper-Young — ZIP 38117
- East Memphis — ZIP 38120
- Cordova — ZIP 38018
- Hickory Hill — ZIP 38115
Common HVAC repair costs in Memphis, TN
Typical 2026 ranges. Actual price varies by provider and complexity.
Diagnostic / service call
$65–$150
Often waived if you book the repair
Common AC repair
$90–$450
Capacitor, contactor, thermostat, drain line
Refrigerant recharge
$150–$600
R-410A per recharge; leak fix extra
After-hours surcharge
$100–$300
Added to repair cost on emergency calls
See full repair, install, and replacement ranges in our 2026 HVAC Cost Guide →
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Frequently Asked Questions — Memphis, TN
Yes, ensure your contractor files a mechanical permit with the City of Memphis & Shelby County Office of Construction Code Enforcement. Pulling the correct permits protects you as a homeowner and ensures work is inspected to code.
Homeowners may qualify for savings through MLGW (Memphis Light, Gas & Water, TVA distributor). Check with TVA EnergyRight for current offers. The federal Section 25C credit was terminated for installations after Dec 31, 2025 (OBBBA, P.L. 119-21); check current state and utility programs for 2026.
Our network covers Memphis and surrounding areas including 38104, 38117, 38120, 38018, 38115. Call (844) 582-1795 to verify service availability for your specific ZIP code.
A standard AC replacement in Memphis typically costs $3,800–$6,500, and furnace installations run $3,000–$6,000. Costs vary based on system size, efficiency rating, and installation complexity. In Tennessee, new AC units must meet a minimum SEER2 14.3 (Southeast Region) rating.
In Tennessee, HVAC contractors should hold a State License Required (TN Board - CMC-C HVAC License). Always verify your contractor's credentials before authorizing work. For Memphis residents, permits are filed through the City of Memphis & Shelby County Office of Construction Code Enforcement.