Best Dallas Heating Companies for Homeowners [2024]

HOMR Tip: A routine maintenance schedule can save you 67% on repair bills over the life of your furnace.

Dallas: The Heat Gets Hotter, The Cold Gets Colder

Dallas saw a record number of consecutive 100°F+ days in 2023. But the extreme heat of the summer may be matched by some brutally cold stretches this upcoming Dallas winter.

Weather experts from the National Weather Service to the Texas Farm Bureau expect the 2023-2024 Dallas winter is expected to be “unseasonably cold and stormy”. 

North Texas winters are trending colder and colder. There have been 131 freezing events in Dallas and its surrounding areas over the last 5 years. 7 of the last 10 winters have seen low temperatures drop below 20°F — who can forget that -2°F day during the 2021 Texas freeze?

It's important to get your furnace and water heater checked each fall as part of your winter home maintenance checklist (read more about that checklist here). You'll have plenty of time to handle furnace, heat pump and water heater repair before you need them.

But which HVAC service should you call if you need emergency heating repair? And which Dallas contractor is best equipped to handle new installations to your residential HVAC system?

The Data & Research: Why You Should Trust Us

Last year, HOMR managed over 110 residential HVAC projects in the Dallas Fort Worth area. These included 60 heater tune-ups, 5 furnace replacements, 10 full AC system replacements, and 35 duct cleanings.

We noticed a significant increase in home heating and furnace service appointments from the previous year. When HOMR representatives asked our members about this increase, the most common response given was simple — “the past few winters were so much colder!”.

HOMR’s research team also noted a clear separation in Dallas HVAC companies when it came to heating service. DFW HVAC contractors that invest in annual education to turn their technicians into heating specialists provide significantly better home heating service calls than their competitors.

We used these data points to inform our selection process and find the best home heating company near you.

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How We Selected the Best Dallas Heating Companies

The Dallas HVAC market is flooded with excellent options — but the focus is primarily on air conditioning installation and AC repair. We set out to find the HVAC contractors that offer premier home heating service.

HOMR's research staff only considered DFW area HVAC contractors that provided active license and insurance information.

We eliminated contractors that could not provide home heating service on electric, natural gas, oil, and propane systems. It's important our featured partners can handle any home service call regardless of fuel type. 

Next, we prioritized companies with service technicians on staff that specialize in home heating. Dallas' uptick in freezing events makes a residential heating specialist necessary to provide a well-rounded, quality HVAC service.

We eliminated any Dallas area HVAC company that has a history of unresolved customer complaints, specifically dealing with price or lack of communication. A home heating issue requires a fast response and a fair price, especially when your water heater breaks in mid-January. HOMR likes a service provider who respects your time and budget, especially in an emergency.

Green Flags 

✅ BBB Accredited Service With Customer Testimonials

✅ Expert Knowledge of Heating Service (Not Just AC and Cooling)

✅ Offers a Free In-Person Estimate, Free Quote, or Both

✅ Understands Gas, Oil and Electric Heating Systems

✅ Establishes Clear Timeline for Project and Stands By Bid

✅ Provides License Number and Proof of Insurance

Red Flags

🚫 Unclear Pricing (Refusal to Provide Exact Quote)

🚫 Poor Communication, or No Single Point of Contact

🚫 HVAC Contractor That Only Specializes in Air Conditioning

🚫 No Online Reviews/Not BBB Accredited

🚫 Unfamiliar With Your Specific Dallas Neighborhood

🚫 No Repeat Customers or Backlog of Service Calls

DID YOU KNOW: The top Better Business Bureau complaint against Dallas heating and HVAC companies is poor communication. Make sure to get a single point of contact during your contractor's first home visit to ensure a clear line of communication to request scheduling changes and resolve any disputes.

Dallas HVAC Services That Go Above and Beyond

HOMR identified 3 core areas where a Dallas residential heating company could go above and beyond its competition:

1. Ongoing technical training. It's easier for Dallas HVAC companies to provide updated training for AC service and air conditioning repair — we use our ACs more than our furnaces. But the best home heating experts in Dallas also conduct ongoing home heating installation and repair training.
2. Quick, reliable access to parts and equipment. A skilled contractor isn't worth much if they can't get the parts you need. We awarded bonus points to Dallas heating companies that have strong relationships with parts suppliers and manufacturers.
3. Excellent dispute resolution. Sometimes things go wrong, even on excellent projects handled by good contractors. We gave extra merit to DFW HVAC companies that have strong dispute resolution history and simple methods for customers to lodge and resolve complaints.

Our pick for best overall Dallas heating system installation company checked boxes #1 and #2 on our list, while our top Dallas heating repair company knocks dispute resolution and customer service out of the park.

Our Picks for Dallas Home Heating Contractors

HOMR selected 2 companies as our featured partners for Dallas-Fort Worth residential heating projects. GB Mechanical is our best overall Dallas HVAC equipment installer, and Quigley Heating & Air Conditioning is our top Dallas heating repair service.

Best Overall: GB Mechanical

Why We Like Them: GB Mechanical invests an industry-leading amount of time in ongoing education and training for its Dallas home heating technicians. We like their specialized knowledge in heat pump and furnace installation, both new and replacement units.

HOMR relies on GB Mechanical's broad knowledge of all major furnace types — they install and replace single stage, two stage, and variable speed furnaces. We also like their strong connection with HVAC equipment and parts providers, and their ability to source and obtain products quickly.

Non-Negotiables: We scored GB Mechanical highly for communication and responsiveness. They're quick to answer calls, and promptly return ones they happen to miss. 

Best Dallas Heating Repair: Quigley Heating & Air Conditioning

Why We Like Them: Sometimes, local experience beats every other factor. Quigley is a third-generation Dallas HVAC repair company with over 77 years of service to DFW residents and homeowners. HOMR representatives like that there isn't a home heating repair issue that Quigley's team hasn't seen before.

Quigley's commitment to a customer-centered approach is evident each time we contact their office. We like their office staff, and the fact they employ both a designated Comfort Consultant and Dispatcher to care for clients. 

Non-Negotiables: Quigley has nearly 80 years of Better Business Bureau accreditation, and 20 recent 5-star reviews. We scored their dispute resolution process higher than any other Dallas heating company for its transparency, speed and customer satisfaction.