Best HVAC Companies in the Columbia River Gorge

Heating and cooling in the Columbia River Gorge must handle real seasonal swings. Use the city lists below to find licensed HVAC companies for installs, repairs, and maintenance near you.

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2 providers across the Gorge

A & E Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning

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Hood River

Service area: Hood River, Cascade Locks, White Salmon, Mosier, The Dalles, Odell, Parkdale, Stevenson

A&E Heating and Air is the largest local HVAC company in the Columbia Gorge, offering heating, cooling, ductwork, plumbing, and generators. Voted Best HVAC in the Gorge 2024 & 2025 and Best Plumbing 2025. Serving the full Gorge corridor and beyond.

"Excellent, prompt service. We had a huge water line that broke. The guys diagnosed the problem, had the parts with them, and repaired it in the same afternoon.…"

— Lorraine Gravel, Oregon · Plumbing repair✓ Verified Review

Full Arse Solutions LLC

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Hood River

Service area: Hood River

Owned and operated by Ryan Walker in Hood River. Ryan is the real deal and one of the best HVAC technicians in town. He's very talented and does great work.

"Ryan helped us out one critical winter when our furnace suddenly died. He was able to install the next day and source the parts we needed with a complex setup (…"

— Gorge Trusted, Hood River · Heat Pump Install, Gas Fireplace Maintenance✓ Verified Review

What to Look for in a HVAC Provider

Oregon CCB or Washington L&I HVAC contractor license — required for installation work
NATE certification for technicians (the industry's top credential)
Experience with both heat pump and gas furnace systems
Maintenance plans and after-hours emergency availability

HVAC FAQ

Do HVAC contractors in Oregon need to be licensed?

Yes. Oregon requires HVAC contractors to hold a valid CCB license and carry general liability and workers' compensation insurance. Washington contractors must be registered with L&I. Always verify credentials before work begins.

How much does HVAC service cost in the Columbia Gorge?

A standard seasonal tune-up runs $80–$150. Repairs vary widely — $150–$500 for common fixes like capacitors or ignitors, up to $2,000+ for major components. Full system replacement typically costs $5,000–$12,000 installed, depending on system type and home size.

Heat pump or gas furnace — which is better for the Gorge?

It depends on your location. Heat pumps are highly efficient in the mild west-side climate (Hood River, Cascade Locks, Stevenson) and increasingly popular with new construction. Gas furnaces perform better in the colder east side (The Dalles, Mosier) where winter lows can drop below 10°F. Many Gorge homeowners use dual-fuel systems for maximum efficiency.

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