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Air Conditioner Repair & Installation Eatonton, GA

AC Repair, Installation, and Tune-Up in Eatonton, GA

Every AC Service You Need, and You'll Know the Price First

If your AC needs work and you need service in Eatonton, we come out this way. Ricky Heath has been covering a 635-square-mile territory in Middle Georgia since 1988, and your address is part of it. We handle AC repair, installation, tune-ups, ductless mini-splits, heat pump service, thermostat work, duct cleaning and sealing, and emergency HVAC calls.

Every service call goes the same way: we arrive, assess what's happening, walk you through what we find, and give you the price before any work starts. We don't begin until you approve it.

To schedule AC service in Eatonton, GA, call (478) 834-1127 or request an appointment online.

You'll Know the Price Before We Touch Anything

There isn't a separate process for a repair call, a tune-up visit, or an installation estimate. Whatever brought you to call, the technician who arrives inspects the system first. You hear what they found. Then you get the price. Not a range. The price.

What you agree to is what you pay. If the scope changes for any reason, we pause and let you know before we continue. No work gets added to a job without your approval.

If the diagnosis points toward repair, you get what the repair costs. If the system is far enough along that replacement makes more financial sense, we give you the numbers on the two options and let you choose. That's not a sales approach. It's what the information looks like when someone is being straight with you.

A Diagnosis You Don't Have to Second-Guess

NATE certification (North American Technician Excellence) is the industry's leading independent credential for HVAC technicians. Our technicians passed third-party testing to earn it.

That matters on a diagnostic call. When a NATE-certified technician tells you a capacitor has failed, or the refrigerant is low, or the compressor is starting to fail, that's a finding backed by verified training. 

A full diagnostic visit covers the following components:

  • Capacitors and electrical components
  • Refrigerant levels
  • Blower motor and belt
  • Condenser coil
  • Drain lines
  • Thermostat accuracy

The inspection tells you what's happening with your system. The estimate comes after.

One Company for Every AC Service You Need

Our technicians spend every workday in houses, which means we know the systems found in houses — the older ductwork in a 1960s home, the original electrical panel that limits equipment options, the equipment sizing that determines whether a new unit will cool the space. Homeowners across Eatonton and the surrounding area don't need a separate contractor for installation and another for repair or tune-up.

We cover the full range of residential AC services:

  • AC repair – Diagnostic calls and repairs for systems that have stopped cooling, are cycling incorrectly, or have stopped working entirely.
  • AC installation – Full system replacements and new installs, including sizing assessment, ductwork evaluation, equipment selection, and startup testing.
  • AC maintenance and tune-ups – Annual system checks that find problems before they become repairs: coil cleaning, refrigerant verification, electrical testing, blower inspection, drain clearing, and thermostat calibration.
  • Ductless mini-split installation and repair – For homes without existing ductwork, room additions, and manufactured homes. A ductless system delivers conditioned air without requiring duct modifications.
  • Heat pump repair and replacement – Heat pumps handle heating and cooling in one unit. We diagnose and repair performance issues and handle full replacements.
  • Thermostat replacement and repair – Including setup and calibration for programmable and smart thermostat models.
  • Duct cleaning and sealing – Inspection, sealing, and cleaning to restore airflow efficiency, particularly useful in homes where the duct system hasn't been examined in years.
  • Emergency HVAC service – A complete system failure in July heat is not a situation you schedule around. We handle emergency calls outside regular business hours.

Whatever service call it turns out to be, the same technicians and the same process apply.

Why Maintenance Before Peak Season Beats a Repair During It

In Central Georgia, an AC system runs nearly continuously for three to four months. Heat indices in Putnam County hit 110°F or higher in July, and the system carrying that load is the same one that hasn't been serviced since the previous fall. A system that runs without maintenance gradually loses efficiency, catches problems later than it should, and tends to fail at the worst possible time.

A proper tune-up finds what's beginning to fail: coils that are losing efficiency, refrigerant that's dropped slightly, electrical connections starting to loosen, drain lines starting to block. Finding any of those on a scheduled visit costs less than the repair that follows from missing them.

If you're a Happy Homes Club member, an AC or heat pump system analysis is included with your annual membership and is scheduled before the cooling season starts, not after something fails. Members also get a member-only phone line, waived $99 dispatch fees per call, and preferential pricing on repairs throughout the year.

The three-year repair warranty for Happy Homes Club members isn't common in this market. Most companies don't offer more than a year. Ours goes to three because we stand behind the work.

35 Years of Accountability, Named Technicians, and Written Guarantees

We've held a BBB A+ rating and won the Quality Business Award every year from 2018 through 2026, with a quality rating above 95% each year. Nextdoor named us a Neighborhood Fave in 2025. Those measurements come from third-party organizations tracking real customer outcomes over time, not from us reporting our own performance.

What those numbers don't show is the individual accountability on each call. Customers name our technicians in reviews by first name, with specific details about what each one did during the visit. That's not exceptional behavior here. The technician who arrives explains what they found, answers questions, and writes up the estimate after — not before. That's how the job works.

Our work is backed by a 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. Happy Homes Club members get a three-year warranty on all repairs. These aren't phrases. They're written commitments we honor on every job.

Proudly Serving 635 Square Miles Since 1988

From plumbing repairs to full HVAC replacements, homeowners across Middle Georgia rely on Ricky Heath Plumbing & HVAC for service that protects their comfort and their home.

  • Bonaire
  • Byron
  • Centerville
  • Culloden
  • Dry Branch
  • Eatonton
  • Forsyth
  • Fort Valley
  • Gordon
  • Gray
  • Haddock
  • Hillsboro
  • Jackson
  • Jeffersonville
  • Juliette
  • Kathleen
  • Knoxville
  • Lizella
  • Macon
  • Milledgeville
  • Monticello
  • Musella
  • Perry
  • Roberta
  • Warner Robins

Frequently Asked Questions About AC Repair and Installation

Our technicians answer the same questions on most service calls. The following are the ones that come up most often.

Does Ricky Heath Serve Eatonton and the Surrounding Area?

Yes. Our service territory covers 635 square miles across Middle Georgia, and your address is part of it. If you're unsure whether your specific location is covered, call us and we'll confirm.

Should I Repair or Replace My AC Unit?

It depends on the age of the system, what failed, and what the repair costs relative to replacement. If the repair is more than half the cost of a new system and your unit is over 10 years old, replacement often makes more financial sense. Our technicians give you the numbers for the two options on the same visit so you're making that decision with real figures, not estimates.

What Does an AC Tune-Up Cover?

Coil cleaning, refrigerant check, electrical connections, blower motor inspection, drain line clearing, and thermostat calibration. Not a filter swap and a signature. The point is to catch anything beginning to fail before it takes the system down during peak heat.

How Long Does AC Installation Take?

Most residential installations are done in a single day. The timeline depends on the system's size, the condition of the existing ductwork, and whether the installation space requires additional prep. We provide a specific timeframe after the pre-installation assessment before we schedule the work.

What Is the Difference Between a Ductless Mini-Split and Central Air?

A central AC system delivers cooled air through a duct network running throughout the home. A ductless mini-split uses an indoor air handler and an outdoor condenser unit connected by refrigerant lines, without any ductwork at all. Ductless systems are a practical solution for homes in Putnam County without existing ducts, for room additions, and for detached spaces that fall outside the main home's duct system.

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35+ Years of Five-Star Service

Our customers appreciate the difference, from shoe covers to spotless cleanups and clear communication every step of the way.

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    “Justin, was professional, polite and explained everything to us. We didn’t feel rushed at all. Great employee-he’s a keeper!! He ran a camera through the main pipe and identified the issue and explained the process for a permanent solution. Heath Plumbing will begin work on March 10th to go through our concrete and replace over 30ft of sagging line which has caused backups due to not draining properly.”
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    “Hunter Duke with Ricky Heath Plumbing did an outstanding job clearing a tough drain line for us. He was professional, prompt, and extremely thorough. He went above and beyond to make sure everything was working properly before he left. Great service, great attitude, and quality work. Highly recommend!”
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    “Nate S came by to do our seasonal member HVAC inspection and we could not have been happier with him! He was kind, courteous, respectful of our home, and so incredibly knowledgeable! He took the time to go over every aspect of our systems with us, showed us photos of everything and explained what each part did, and answered any questions we had. He truly went above and beyond—this dude is an asset to Ricky Heath!”
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Why Homeowners Trust Ricky Heath

35+ Years of Precision & Professionalism
  • Service Done Right Since 1988
    For more than 35 years, we have delivered plumbing and HVAC solutions with precision and craftsmanship, ensuring every repair, installation, and upgrade is completed correctly the first time.
  • Transparent Pricing With No Surprises
    We provide clear, upfront pricing before work begins, giving you confidence and control with honest recommendations and no hidden fees or unexpected costs.
  • Clean, Respectful Home Service
    Our professional technicians protect your floors, wear shoe covers, and leave your home spotless, treating your space with the same care and respect we would our own.
  • Total Home Comfort Expertise
    From plumbing systems to heating and cooling equipment, we deliver reliable solutions that keep your home running smoothly and comfortably in every season.
  • Backed by a Satisfaction Guarantee

    We stand behind our workmanship with a 100 percent satisfaction promise, because your peace of mind matters just as much as the quality of the job.

  • Flexible Financing for Peace of Mind
    Major repairs and system upgrades are easier to manage with convenient financing options designed to make protecting your home simple and stress free.