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Cost guide HVAC Contractors · Cost guide # HVAC Contractors in Manhattan: the cost guide Where the money goes, what moves the price and what to ask before you sign. By **the editors of The Local List** Updated November 4, 2026 Two quotes for the same job in Manhattan can look nothing alike, even from two good companies. Most of the gap comes down to scope, materials and how much of the paperwork the company handles for you. The costs ## What moves the price 1. **Scope.** Size, materials and finish matter more than anything else. Ask every company to price the same scope. 2. **Access and site conditions.** Narrow access, old equipment to remove or surprises found on site add time and cost. 3. **Permits and inspections.** Ask whether the quote includes permit fees and who deals with the inspector. 4. **Warranty.** A longer written warranty often costs a little more up front and less later. Who charges what ## Price level of the businesses on our Manhattan list HVAC Contractors, Manhattan | Business | Price level | Estimates | Rating | |---|---|---|---| | [De Hart Plumbing Heating & Cooling](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-f30767ba818884a3/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.9 | | [Alternative Air](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-41477dd4a9f5a690/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.7 | | [M & S Plumbing, Heating And Air Conditioning, Inc.](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-d2517aa0e925bf02/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.5 | | [Reid Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-9dc333f8dee8839f/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.3 | | [D & I Plumbing Heating & Air Inc](https://readthelocallist.com/business/g-6c98d1a42d7552e8/) | Not listed | Ask | 4.0 | On a phone, swipe the table sideways to see every column. [Read the Manhattan hvac contractors list](https://readthelocallist.com/manhattan/best-hvac-contractors/) Your questions ## Cost questions answered ### How did the editors choose these HVAC contractors in Manhattan? Editors shortlist businesses with strong ratings and enough reviews, check their records, and choose the final picks against the published criteria. We compared 5 HVAC contractors for Manhattan. ### Which of these HVAC contractors in Manhattan has the best reviews? De Hart Plumbing Heating & Cooling has a 4.9 rating from 765 public reviews, the highest on this page. ### Are these HVAC contractors licensed? 5 of the 5 businesses here had their state license checked against public records. Each profile shows the source and the date of the check. ### How many quotes should I get for HVAC contractors in Manhattan? Get at least three. 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