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AC Repair & HVAC in Tempe, AZ

AC repair, replacement and heating for Tempe's ranch homes, rentals and newer infill. Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer since 1947, phone line open 24 hours.

Serving the Valley Since 1947
4.6 Rating152 Google reviews
Licensed & Local ROC 245268
Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer

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Carrier 2022 President's Award
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Two Easy Ways to Book Your Tempe HVAC Service

Call Us 24 Hours a Day

Speak with our team any time, day or night. When comfort cannot wait, we are ready.

Call (602) 269-6447

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No Cooling in Tempe? Our Line Is Open 24 Hours

Call any hour, every day of the year. Landlords and tenants welcome; tell us how to reach the property.

Help for Tempe Homes and Rentals

Prompt HVAC Service in Tempe

Tempe mixes decades-old houses, student rentals and new builds, and the equipment varies just as much: split systems, rooftop packaged units, heat pumps and the occasional evaporative cooler. We work on all of it, and we start every call by finding out exactly what the property has.

Adams Refrigeration has served the Valley from one Phoenix shop since 1947. Our technicians are paid hourly rather than on commission, and you, or the owner, get the price before work begins.

Every new system includes three years of maintenance. Call (602) 269-6447 or schedule online to book your Tempe service.

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HVAC in Tempe's Older Neighborhoods

Tempe started as Hayden's Ferry in 1871, and the normal school founded there in 1885 grew into ASU. The city went from about 7,700 people in 1950 to nearly 25,000 by 1960, when more than a hundred subdivisions opened. Landlocked at about 40 square miles, it still has a lot of that housing.

Ranch Homes and Rooftop Units

Mid-century houses often have packaged units on flat roofs, ducts added over the years and smaller electrical panels. We check the panel, the ducts and the curb before quoting so a new system performs as rated.

Rentals Near ASU

Tempe's rental housing code requires cooling that keeps habitable rooms at or below 82 degrees with air conditioning, or 88 with evaporative cooling. We coordinate access with tenants and send the owner the diagnosis and price.

Permits and Utilities

Replacements are permitted through the City of Tempe Permit Center, and we file the permit. Most of Tempe is served by SRP; the SRP service area map confirms an address.

Our HVAC Services in Tempe, Arizona

AC Installation and Repair

Older Tempe houses need more than a box swap: undersized ducts, aging panels and rooftop curbs all affect the result. We repair what is sound and replace what is not, sized by load calculation.

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Heating Installation and Repair

We replace old furnaces with the venting and gas line brought up to current code, or move a home to a heat pump that handles heating and cooling in one system.

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Indoor Air Quality

Older homes leak dust in through returns and gaps around equipment. We recommend filtration and sealing that fit the system you have, not a one-size package.

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AC Tune Up

A spring tune-up catches the capacitor or contactor that would otherwise fail in July, a common cause of tenant calls. We clean the coil, check the charge and leave a written summary.

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Carrier HVAC Installation

As a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer with multiple President’s Awards, we install Carrier split systems, heat pumps and packaged units in Tempe homes and rentals.

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Furnace Repair

From newer gas furnaces to old wall and floor units, we find the fault, price the repair and run safety checks on burners, flue and carbon monoxide before we leave.

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Air Duct Replacement

Ducts in older Tempe homes have often been patched and extended for decades. Replacing the worst runs can do more for comfort than new equipment alone.

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Mini Split Installation

Garage conversions, Arizona rooms and casitas are common in Tempe. A ductless mini split cools and heats them without stretching old ductwork.

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Furnace Installation

Before we quote a new furnace we check the flue, gas line, closet clearances and the age of the AC, then file the permit with the City of Tempe.

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Heat Pump Repair

Tempe heat pumps carry the cooling load most of the year. We test both modes, including rooftop packaged heat pumps, and compare repair with replacement on older R-22 units.

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Why Tempe Trusts Adams Refrigeration

Homeowners and landlords in Tempe call us because we turn up, explain the problem in plain terms and keep the owner informed. We have worked this way since 1947.

Since 1947

Decades of heating and cooling work across the Valley.

4.6 Star Rated

Rated 4.6 stars by customers on Google.

Hourly-Paid Technicians

No commission behind the recommendation.

24-Hour Phone Line

Help for homes and rentals at any hour.

Carrier Factory Authorized

Certified to sell, install and service Carrier equipment.

3 Years Maintenance Included

With every new unit purchase.

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Carrier Factory Authorized Service in Tempe

Factory Authorized status and multiple Carrier President’s Awards stand behind the Carrier equipment we install in Tempe.

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Right Equipment, Installed Right

Our technicians are trained on Carrier systems, including the packaged units common on Tempe rooftops. Ask which Carrier option fits your home or rental.

Financing & Rebates

A new system is a big decision for an owner or landlord. We offer financing and check current utility rebates.

Flexible Financing

Wells Fargo financing lets you replace a failing system now and pay over time.

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Utility Rebates

Most Tempe homes are on SRP. Programs change, so we check what is offered for your equipment before you buy.

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Repair or Replace?

Older Tempe systems, and older R-22 equipment in particular, raise the repair or replace question often. These are the signs we look at.

A Repair Usually Makes Sense

Fix it and keep going
  • Your system is under about 10 years old
  • The unit has been reliable with no repeat breakdowns
  • The repair cost is a small fraction of a new system
  • Energy bills have stayed steady, not climbing
  • The issue is a single, clearly identified part

It May Be Time to Replace

Upgrade for comfort and savings
  • The system is 12 to 15 years old or more
  • You are facing frequent or expensive repairs
  • Energy bills keep rising with no change in use
  • Some rooms never get comfortable
  • Your unit uses older, phased-out refrigerant

We inspect the system and give you a repair price and a replacement price together, so the decision is yours. Schedule a visit or call (602) 269-6447.

Our Process in Tempe, AZ

Getting comfortable again is simple. Here is what working with Adams looks like from first call to finished job.

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Serving Tempe and the Central Valley

We work Valleywide. Near Tempe? We likely serve you as well.

What Phoenix Homeowners Say

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4.6
I had my AC Blower Motor not working so air was not circulating inside the home. I had another company/technician do the diagnostic and was charging way too much for the repair(only labor charges). I reached out to Adam's as they are Authorized dealer for Carrier(my HVAC unit manufacturer). They were able to schedule the appointment quickly and also gave a courtesy call letting me know when the technician will arrive. The technician came with the part(as I already explained the issue to them), ran a quick diagnostic to ensure it was same problem and was done within an hour. Very reasonable priced(I compared quotes from multiple companies) and also took care of the issue.
Thanks to the Adams team and Ethan for the AC install on 27th avenue and San Juan I thought I put a review out but I guess I forgot to but here it is I want to put a shout out to the Adams team thanks for all your support thanks for the new AC you guys did it in a timely matter I appreciate you guys I appreciate the emergency service that you guys provide as well thank you again I appreciate you all. And I forgot to see the AC works great πŸ‘πŸΌπŸ˜ƒ cannot figure out why I cannot put another posting but this post for the install was for August 2026 I'm going to put in another review for some reason it's not allowing me to put another one in for September for a contractor that messed up my AC unit doing the roof the shout out goes to Angel for coming out to the San Juan address seeing what my problem was with my AC unit considering it's not even a whole month old yet I appreciate you coming out after hours thanks for the emergency call send out and thanks for repairing the unit just want to make sure you get credit for it angel and I look forward to when you come out again I wish I could have put this out on its own review but for some reason Google is not allowing me to so I might as well come by and everything all together thanks again have a great night be safe
Honest, ethical, efficient and great customer service with a team of excellent technicians. HIghly recommended.
Best service
Adams Refrigeration has great customer service. They are efficient and they diagnose problems quickly, as well as coordinate repairs fast.
Better then 5stars went above and beyond in like the competition. Highly recommend took the extra 5min to teach. Greatly priced. Highly recommend
They showed up on time (thank you so much) I'm so glad I switched to Adams, not sure what took me so long.
This shot goes out to Adams refrigeration heating and cooling and the reward for my 5 stars goes out to Ethan Ethan thank you for doing a good job at my house I deeply appreciate the time in the effort that you took to go on top and I look forward to seeing you on Monday for the new replacement for the new AC unit that you're switching out and I'll leave another review for you thank you for your time your patience and I deeply do appreciate everything that you have been doing and thank you Adams refrigeration heating and cooling and thanks for everybody that's been here at the San Juan address
Ethan did a great job! We will use this company again.
Great Communication from start to finish. Transparent pricing with a well-rounded technician. I would 100% recommend and use this company again.
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QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Do you work with landlords and property managers?

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Yes. Tempe has many rental homes and small apartment buildings. We coordinate access with tenants, send the owner the diagnosis and price before work, and can keep a service history for each unit.

Can you replace an evaporative cooler with central air?

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Yes. Older Tempe homes sometimes still rely on a cooler. Before quoting we check the electrical panel and whether existing ducts can carry refrigerated air, since both often need upgrades.

Do you service rooftop units on flat roofs?

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Yes. Packaged rooftop units are common on Tempe's older single-story homes. We repair, maintain and replace them, including the roof curb and connections.

Who files the permit for a replacement in Tempe?

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We do. Replacements are permitted through the City of Tempe Permit Center, and we schedule the inspection.

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