Livingston Heating & Air was founded in Smiths Station in 1996, and this community has been our home ever since. When your AC goes down on a hot Alabama day, you’re not waiting on a crew driving in from another city. Our technicians live and work right here in Smiths Station, which means faster response times, genuine familiarity with local homes and equipment, and a team that has a real stake in keeping this community comfortable.
Over the years we’ve worked on just about every type of cooling system in Smiths Station, from older homes that have been in families for decades to newer construction throughout Lee County. That depth of local experience means we diagnose accurately, repair efficiently, and don’t waste your time or money on guesswork.
When you call Livingston, you’re calling a neighbor. We show up on time, treat your home with respect, and don’t leave until your system is running the way it should. That’s not a marketing line, it’s how we’ve done business in Smiths Station for over three decades.
“Your Comfort, Our Commitment.”
We test electrical components, refrigerant performance, airflow, and controls to identify the true cause, then walk you through the repair options.
As Smiths Station’s hometown HVAC company, we hear a lot of the same questions from local homeowners. Here are answers to the ones that come up most often. Don’t see yours? Give us a call, we’re right around the corner.
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency AC repair for Smiths Station homeowners and businesses. A broken AC in the middle of an Alabama summer isn’t something that can always wait until Monday morning, and we understand that. When you call with a no-cool emergency, we prioritize getting a technician to your door as quickly as possible. You can reach us anytime at 334-297-7863 or visit our services page for a full list of what we cover.
A loud noise at startup is usually a sign that something mechanical is beginning to fail. A banging or clanking sound often points to a loose or broken component inside the compressor. A screeching noise typically indicates a worn fan motor bearing. Clicking at startup that doesn’t stop can signal a failing capacitor or contactor issue. None of these should be ignored; catching a mechanical problem early almost always means a simpler, less expensive repair than waiting until the system stops working entirely.
Yes. We understand that an unexpected AC repair or a full system replacement can be a significant expense. That’s why Livingston Heating & Air offers financing options through Wells Fargo to help Smiths Station homeowners manage the cost without putting comfort on hold. Whether you’re facing a repair bill or considering a new system altogether, financing can make the right decision easier to act on.
A few factors help determine which direction makes more sense. If your system is under 10 years old and the issue is isolated, a failing capacitor, a refrigerant leak, or a blower motor, repair is almost always the right call. If your system is older, has needed multiple repairs in recent seasons, or is struggling to cool your home even when everything appears to be functioning, replacement may be the smarter long-term investment. We’ll give you an honest assessment of both options so you can make the decision that’s right for your home and your budget.
The compressor is the heart of your cooling system, and when it starts to fail the signs are hard to miss. Common indicators include warm air blowing even when the system is running, a hard-starting unit that struggles to turn on, tripped circuit breakers, unusual rattling or rumbling from the outdoor unit, and significantly higher energy bills without a clear explanation. A failing compressor is one of the more serious AC problems, and one where an accurate diagnosis matters most, since compressor replacement is a major repair that sometimes makes replacement the more practical option.
