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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Owned and operated by Ryan Walker in Hood River. Ryan is the real deal and probably the best HVAC tech in town. Don't let the name of his business fool you, he's very talented and does great work.
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.
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.
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.