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 — our phone line is open 24/7.
By Gyanesh Gulshan — Founder, Cool Call Pro
HVAC emergencies in Memphis
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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. Possible causes range from electrical parts (capacitor, contactor) to a refrigerant problem — both need a technician to diagnose.
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 right away without flipping switches or using phones inside, then call 911 or your gas utility’s emergency line from outside.
Banging, screaming, or grinding outdoor unit
Loud bangs · metal-on-metal screaming · grinding or rattling from the outdoor unit. Possible causes include a failing fan motor, a loose blower wheel, or worn compressor bearings. Turn the system off at the thermostat and call a technician.
How Cool Call Pro works in Memphis
24/7 Memphis call line
Our phone line is open 24/7. Calls are routed to independent HVAC providers in the Memphis area where one is available; hours, weekend and holiday coverage, and overnight surcharges are set by each provider.
Call to check availability
Provider availability varies by address and time of day, so call to check availability in Memphis. The neighborhoods and ZIPs listed for this page are in the Services & service area section below.
Check licenses yourself
Cool Call Pro does not check contractor licenses or insurance. Verify any contractor’s license with the Tennessee license lookup. Tennessee rules are in the local data section below.
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. A heat pump handles both heating and cooling from one outdoor unit.
Avg summer high
IECC zone (mixed-humid)
Avg winter low
Federal SEER2 minimum
Days/yr above 90°F
Days/yr below 32°F
Memphis had an estimated 609,647 residents on July 1, 2025. 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 population estimates · U.S. Census ACS 2019–2023 5-year tables B25035 · B25077 · B25003 · B25040 · 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. 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.
Memphis’s 54.94 inches of annual rainfall put humidity management at the center of every HVAC specification decision. Per ENERGY STAR’s right-sized air conditioner fact sheet, oversized units “short-cycle,” and “short operation times do not allow the system to effectively remove humidity”; right-sized units “provide better dehumidification.” For Memphis, correct Manual J sizing — and considering a two-stage or variable-capacity system — is often the difference between a house that feels cool and one that feels clammy even at 72°F.
U.S. Census ACS 2023 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
HVAC projects of $25,000 or more in Memphis require a state-issued HVAC Mechanical Contractor (CMC-C) license from the Tennessee Board for Licensing Contractors, administered by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance. Per the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance, most projects under $25,000 are regulated at the local level, so smaller jobs fall under the licensing rules of the city or county where the work is done. For larger projects, 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.
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 offers TVA EnergyRight residential rebates to its customers; EnergyRight notes that $0-down financing “may be available from your local power company.” For current rebate dollar amounts and EnergyRight program details, visit mlgw.com and energyright.com directly. MLGW is also the gas distributor for the 42.9% of Memphis homes using gas heat; check mlgw.com for any gas-equipment offers. The federal Section 25C tax credit was terminated for installations after Dec 31, 2025 (OBBBA, P.L. 119-21).
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). Check your state energy office and utility for current rebate programs. See our HVAC financing options for what's still available.
Services & service area
Services you can ask about
- 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
Neighborhoods & ZIPs listed for Memphis
- Central Gardens (Midtown)
- Cooper-Young
- East Memphis
- Cordova
- Hickory Hill
- ZIP codes: 38104, 38117, 38120, 38018, 38115
HVAC repair costs: national ranges for Memphis, TN homeowners
Cool Call Pro editorial estimates of typical U.S. prices from our 2026 cost guide — not quotes and not Memphis-specific. Actual price varies by provider and complexity.
Diagnostic / service call
$65–$150
Some providers credit it toward the repair — ask when you call
Minor AC repair
$75–$500
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 and how we build these ranges →
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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.
Rebate programs for Memphis homeowners are summarized, with sources, in the Local Rebates & Permits card above. Confirm current amounts and eligibility with your utility (MLGW (Memphis Light, Gas & Water, TVA distributor)) before scheduling work. The federal Section 25C credit was terminated for installations placed in service after Dec 31, 2025 (One Big Beautiful Bill Act, P.L. 119-21); check your state energy office and utility rebate programs instead.
The neighborhoods and ZIP codes listed for Memphis are in the ZIPs & Neighborhoods card above. Provider availability varies by address, so call (844) 582-1795 to check availability in Memphis.
Cool Call Pro’s editorial estimate for a standard AC replacement in Memphis is $3,800–$6,500, and for furnace installations $3,000–$6,000. These are our own estimates, not quotes or survey data — see how we build cost ranges. Costs vary with system size, efficiency rating, and installation complexity. In Tennessee, new AC units must meet a minimum SEER2 14.3 (Southeast Region) rating.
Tennessee's Board for Licensing Contractors requires a contractor license with the CMC-C (HVAC) classification for HVAC projects of $25,000 or more. Most smaller HVAC projects are regulated by the city or county where the work is done, and some counties require a state Home Improvement license for HVAC work under $25,000. 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.