Top-Rated Heat Pump Installers in San Francisco, CA
12 local companies ranked by 6,263 Google reviews. Free to compare, no sign-up.
Short answer: The top-rated heat pump installers in San Francisco are Heating And Air Experts (5.0★, 801 reviews), Magic Plumbing Heating & Cooling (4.9★, 1,931 reviews), Heise's Plumbing (4.9★, 1,782 reviews).
Heat Pump installers in San Francisco, ranked
- 5.0 (801 Google reviews)748 Broadway, San Francisco, CA 94133
- Magic Plumbing Heating & CoolingMost reviews4.9 (1,931 Google reviews)1455 Bancroft Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
- 4.9 (1,782 Google reviews)260 Ocean Ave, San Francisco, CA 94112
- 4.9 (1,187 Google reviews)78 Dorman Ave, San Francisco, CA 94124
- 4.9 (305 Google reviews)121 Quint St Ste 5E, San Francisco, CA 94124
- 5.0 (41 Google reviews)1609 Noriega St, San Francisco, CA 94122
- 4.9 (67 Google reviews)1725 Montgomery St, San Francisco, CA 94111
- 4.9 (37 Google reviews)27 Digby St, San Francisco, CA 94131
- 4.9 (33 Google reviews)2151 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122
- 5.0 (20 Google reviews)1000 California St, San Francisco, CA 94108
- 4.8 (46 Google reviews)2595 Mission St #202, San Francisco, CA 94110
- 5.0 (13 Google reviews)1 Embarcadero Ctr #1200, San Francisco, CA 94111
Together these 12 companies average 4.9★ across 6,263 reviews. Magic Plumbing Heating & Cooling has the most reviews (1,931).
Ranked by Google rating weighted by review count, collected September 2026. Rankings are not paid for. How we rank and how we make money.
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What a heat pump costs in San Francisco
For a typical 3-ton system ($5,830 per ton for ductless up to $6,914 per ton for ducted). Your home may cost more or less.
That could cut your cost by up to $1,200 if you qualify. Most rebates have rules (income, your current heating, a registered contractor, approval before work starts).
Price source: Massachusetts Residential Heat Pump Invoice Cost Study, based on real Mass Save and MassCEC invoices (January 2024 dollars). Rebates: our verified program data, checked monthly. Always confirm the exact amount for your home.
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What San Francisco's winter means for your heat pump
In San Francisco, the average January low is 8°C (46°F), and the coldest temperature recorded from 2015-2024 was 0°C (33°F). That's milder than 94% of the 123 cities we track. Winters here are mild enough that most cold-climate heat pumps can heat your whole home. Sizing and installation quality matter more than squeezing out extra cold-weather rating.
Source: Open-Meteo historical weather data, 2015-2024.
Before you hire a heat pump installer
- Ask for a room-by-room heat loss calculation. A quote that guesses the size from square footage alone is a red flag.
- Ask for the exact model and its heating output at your area's coldest temperature, not just the brand.
- Ask who handles the rebate paperwork and whether the model is on your rebate program's eligible list.
Questions about heat pump installers in San Francisco
Who is the best heat pump installer in San Francisco?
Based on Google reviews, the top-rated heat pump installers in San Francisco are Heating And Air Experts (5.0★, 801 reviews), Magic Plumbing Heating & Cooling (4.9★, 1,931 reviews), Heise's Plumbing (4.9★, 1,782 reviews). We rank by a review-weighted score, so companies with many strong reviews rank above those with only a few.
How are the heat pump installers in San Francisco ranked?
We list 12 heat pump companies in San Francisco, ranked by Google rating weighted by review count. Together they have 6,263 Google reviews and average 4.9 stars, collected September 2026. Magic Plumbing Heating & Cooling has the most reviews (1,931). No company pays to be listed or ranked.
How much does a heat pump installation cost in San Francisco?
For a typical 3-ton system ($5,830 per ton for ductless up to $6,914 per ton for ducted), the installed price is typically about $17,500 to $20,700, according to Massachusetts Residential Heat Pump Invoice Cost Study, based on real Mass Save and MassCEC invoices (January 2024 dollars). Your home may cost more or less, so get at least two quotes for the same work.
Are there rebates for heat pumps in San Francisco?
Yes. Our verified program data shows heat pump rebates up to $1,200 open in San Francisco. Most rebates have rules, such as income, your current heating, a registered contractor, or approval before work starts, so check the rebate page before you sign.
Is San Francisco too cold for a heat pump?
In San Francisco, the average January low is 8°C (46°F), and the coldest temperature recorded from 2015-2024 was 0°C (33°F). That's milder than 94% of the 123 cities we track. Winters here are mild enough that most cold-climate heat pumps can heat your whole home. Sizing and installation quality matter more than squeezing out extra cold-weather rating.
What should I ask a heat pump installer before I hire?
Ask for a room-by-room heat loss calculation. A quote that guesses the size from square footage alone is a red flag. Ask for the exact model and its heating output at your area's coldest temperature, not just the brand. Ask who handles the rebate paperwork and whether the model is on your rebate program's eligible list.
Before you call anyone, check what heat pump rebates you can get in San Francisco. Many programs require approval or a registered contractor before work starts.
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How to read these results
- Open the profile.How a installer describes its own work tells you a lot. Look for jobs like yours.
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- Check for program badges.A green registered-contractor badge means the company is on the program's own list, which some rebates require.
- Compare three.Do not stop at the first good installer. Three quotes show you the real range in price, equipment and plan.
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