Mesa, Gilbert & the East Valley · Since 2009
Cool air back on. Same day.
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Ridgeback Heating & Air: Licensed. Insured. Background-checked. 4.9 stars from 612 reviews. Call (480) 555-0142.
What we do
Heating and cooling, done right the first time.
AC Repair
Same-day diagnosis and repair on every brand, with a flat price before work starts.
AC Installation
Right-sized systems from a real load calculation, not a guess from the old unit's label.
Heating Repair
Furnace and heat pump repair, including nights and weekends when it can't wait.
Heat Pumps
One system for heating and cooling, sized and tuned for desert swings.
Ductless Mini-Splits
Quiet comfort for garages, casitas and additions without new ductwork.
Indoor Air Quality
Filtration, UV and duct sealing for cleaner air through dust season.
Ductwork
Leak testing, sealing and redesign for rooms that never feel right.
Tune-Ups
A 21-point tune-up in spring and fall that catches problems before the heat does.
Not sure what you need?
Tell us what's going on and we'll point you the right way.
Inside your outdoor unit
Every part.
Checked.
- 1Compressor
The heart of the system. Amp draw and start components show trouble before it fails on the hottest day.
What neighbors say
612 reviews. 4.9 stars.
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“AC died at 4pm on a 114° day. Tech was at the door by 6:30, found a failed capacitor, had it fixed in twenty minutes and told us the price before he touched anything.”
AC repair · 2 weeks ago
“Got three quotes for a new system. Ridgeback was the only one that measured the house and did a load calculation instead of guessing. Unit runs quieter and our bill dropped about $80 a month.”
AC installation · 1 month ago
“Booked online Sunday night, got a text with the tech's photo Monday morning. Honest about what could wait and what couldn't.”
Maintenance · 1 month ago
“Our heat pump kept short-cycling. Two other companies wanted to replace it. Dan found a refrigerant leak at a service valve and fixed it for a fraction of the cost.”
Heat pump repair · 2 months ago
“AC died at 4pm on a 114° day. Tech was at the door by 6:30, found a failed capacitor, had it fixed in twenty minutes and told us the price before he touched anything.”
AC repair · 2 weeks ago
“Got three quotes for a new system. Ridgeback was the only one that measured the house and did a load calculation instead of guessing. Unit runs quieter and our bill dropped about $80 a month.”
AC installation · 1 month ago
“Booked online Sunday night, got a text with the tech's photo Monday morning. Honest about what could wait and what couldn't.”
Maintenance · 1 month ago
“Our heat pump kept short-cycling. Two other companies wanted to replace it. Dan found a refrigerant leak at a service valve and fixed it for a fraction of the cost.”
Heat pump repair · 2 months ago
“AC died at 4pm on a 114° day. Tech was at the door by 6:30, found a failed capacitor, had it fixed in twenty minutes and told us the price before he touched anything.”
AC repair · 2 weeks ago
“Got three quotes for a new system. Ridgeback was the only one that measured the house and did a load calculation instead of guessing. Unit runs quieter and our bill dropped about $80 a month.”
AC installation · 1 month ago
“Booked online Sunday night, got a text with the tech's photo Monday morning. Honest about what could wait and what couldn't.”
Maintenance · 1 month ago
“Our heat pump kept short-cycling. Two other companies wanted to replace it. Dan found a refrigerant leak at a service valve and fixed it for a fraction of the cost.”
Heat pump repair · 2 months ago
“AC died at 4pm on a 114° day. Tech was at the door by 6:30, found a failed capacitor, had it fixed in twenty minutes and told us the price before he touched anything.”
AC repair · 2 weeks ago
“Got three quotes for a new system. Ridgeback was the only one that measured the house and did a load calculation instead of guessing. Unit runs quieter and our bill dropped about $80 a month.”
AC installation · 1 month ago
“Booked online Sunday night, got a text with the tech's photo Monday morning. Honest about what could wait and what couldn't.”
Maintenance · 1 month ago
“Our heat pump kept short-cycling. Two other companies wanted to replace it. Dan found a refrigerant leak at a service valve and fixed it for a fraction of the cost.”
Heat pump repair · 2 months ago
“Installed a mini-split in our garage gym. Clean lines, clean work, and they vacuumed up after themselves.”
Ductless mini-split · 3 months ago
“The Comfort Club paid for itself the first summer. Priority service when it mattered and no overtime charge on a Saturday.”
Comfort Club · 3 months ago
“Furnace would not light on the first cold night. Same-day visit, flame sensor cleaned and replaced a cracked igniter. In and out in an hour.”
Heating repair · 4 months ago
“Great work on our duct sealing. Scheduling took a few days in peak season but the crew was excellent once they got here.”
Ductwork · 5 months ago
“Installed a mini-split in our garage gym. Clean lines, clean work, and they vacuumed up after themselves.”
Ductless mini-split · 3 months ago
“The Comfort Club paid for itself the first summer. Priority service when it mattered and no overtime charge on a Saturday.”
Comfort Club · 3 months ago
“Furnace would not light on the first cold night. Same-day visit, flame sensor cleaned and replaced a cracked igniter. In and out in an hour.”
Heating repair · 4 months ago
“Great work on our duct sealing. Scheduling took a few days in peak season but the crew was excellent once they got here.”
Ductwork · 5 months ago
“Installed a mini-split in our garage gym. Clean lines, clean work, and they vacuumed up after themselves.”
Ductless mini-split · 3 months ago
“The Comfort Club paid for itself the first summer. Priority service when it mattered and no overtime charge on a Saturday.”
Comfort Club · 3 months ago
“Furnace would not light on the first cold night. Same-day visit, flame sensor cleaned and replaced a cracked igniter. In and out in an hour.”
Heating repair · 4 months ago
“Great work on our duct sealing. Scheduling took a few days in peak season but the crew was excellent once they got here.”
Ductwork · 5 months ago
“Installed a mini-split in our garage gym. Clean lines, clean work, and they vacuumed up after themselves.”
Ductless mini-split · 3 months ago
“The Comfort Club paid for itself the first summer. Priority service when it mattered and no overtime charge on a Saturday.”
Comfort Club · 3 months ago
“Furnace would not light on the first cold night. Same-day visit, flame sensor cleaned and replaced a cracked igniter. In and out in an hour.”
Heating repair · 4 months ago
“Great work on our duct sealing. Scheduling took a few days in peak season but the crew was excellent once they got here.”
Ductwork · 5 months ago
Why Ridgeback
The way it should have always worked.
Flat price, in writing
You approve the price before we pick up a tool. No hourly meter, no surprises.
On time, or we call
A two-hour arrival window, and a text with your tech's photo when they're on the way.
Guaranteed work
If a repair doesn't hold, we come back and make it right at no charge.
Clean, respectful crews
Boot covers, drop cloths and a vacuum on every van. We leave it cleaner.
How it works
Four steps. No runaround.
- Step 1
Call or book online
Pick a two-hour window that works. Same-day slots open most days.
- Step 2
Diagnose and price
We find the real problem and give you a flat price, in writing.
- Step 3
Fixed right
Most repairs are finished on the first visit from parts on the van.
- Step 4
Backed by a guarantee
If it isn't right, we come back and make it right.
Current offers
Save on your next visit.
AC Tune-Up
$79
21-point inspection, coil rinse and capacitor test.
Regularly $149. One system per visit.
New System
$1,000 off
On qualifying high-efficiency heat pump and AC systems.
Can combine with utility rebates.
Second Opinion
Free
Got a replacement quote? We'll check the diagnosis at no charge.
Within our service area.
Repair or replace?
Get a straight answer in ten seconds.
Our honest take
Time to replace.
Putting $900 into a 13-year-old central AC rarely pays back. A new system could save about $454 a year on energy.
Rule of thumb only. Every system is different; a tech can confirm in one visit.
Financing
New system from $89 a month
0% APR for 18 months on approved credit, and a decision in about a minute. Checking your rate won't affect your credit score.
Maintenance plan
Comfort Club. $17/mo
- Two tune-ups a year
- Priority scheduling in peak season
- 15% off repairs
- No overtime or weekend fees
- Transferable if you sell your home
Service area
Local to Mesa. Close to you.
Based in Mesa and serving homes and businesses across these communities.
Questions
Straight answers.
How fast can you get here?
Most calls in Mesa, Gilbert and Chandler are seen the same day. You get a text with your technician's name and photo when they are on the way.
Do you charge a trip fee?
The diagnostic fee is credited toward the repair if you go ahead. You always get a flat price in writing before we start.
Should I repair or replace my AC?
A common rule: multiply the unit's age by the repair cost. If the result is over $5,000, replacement usually makes more sense. We'll show you both options and let you decide.
What is SEER2?
SEER2 is the efficiency rating used since 2023. It is measured under tougher test conditions than the old SEER rating, so a SEER2 number looks lower but reflects real-world use more closely.
What does the R-454B refrigerant change mean for me?
New AC systems now use lower-impact refrigerants such as R-454B. Your current system can still be repaired, but when you replace it the new equipment will use the new refrigerant.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Approved customers can get 0% APR for 18 months, and checking your rate does not affect your credit score.
We service every major brand
Same-day service · Mesa & nearby
Need it fixed today?
Call now and a real person answers. Most calls are seen the same day, with a flat price before any work starts.