EMERGENCY

Emergency AC Repair

It's 2 AM and your AC died. These 17 companies offer 24/7 or extended-hours service across The Shoals. Tap to call — no forms, no dispatch fees, no middlemen.

24/7 Emergency Service

These companies explicitly list 24/7 availability on their Google Business profiles.

Also Open Right Now

These companies are currently open (build-time snapshot, America/Chicago timezone).

Emergency Tips

Before You Call

  • Check your thermostat batteries
  • Verify the breaker hasn't tripped
  • Note any error codes on the unit
  • Have your address ready

What to Ask

  • "Do you charge a dispatch fee?"
  • "What's your emergency rate?"
  • "Can you give a rough estimate over the phone?"
  • "Do you carry common parts on the truck?"

Red Flags

  • Refuses to give any pricing info
  • Pressures you to replace vs. repair
  • No license/insurance verification
  • Cash-only demands

    • Emergency questions, straight answers

    How much does after-hours AC repair cost in The Shoals?

    It varies by company — many charge overtime rates for nights, weekends, and holidays on top of the normal $150–$900 repair range. Ask about the after-hours rate when you call, before anyone rolls a truck.

    Which companies actually answer at 2am?

    The companies listed in the 24/7 section above publish round-the-clock service hours on their Google listings. Everyone else keeps business hours — calling at 2am means voicemail.

    My heat pump stopped mid-cold-snap. Is that an emergency?

    If anyone in the house is elderly, an infant, or medically vulnerable, yes — call a 24/7 shop right away. Otherwise check the breaker, thermostat batteries, and filter first; those cause a surprising number of midnight no-heat calls.

    What should I check before calling for emergency service?

    Four things: the breaker, the thermostat batteries, a clogged filter, and ice on the outdoor unit. If the unit is iced over, switch the system to OFF and the fan to ON, then call — running a frozen unit can destroy the compressor.

    I smell gas near my furnace. Who do I call?

    Not an HVAC company first. Leave the house, then call your gas utility’s emergency line or 911. Once the utility clears it, any company on this list can repair the furnace.