When you live in Daphne, "The Jubilee City," you experience the best of the Alabama coast—from sunsets at Bayfront Park to the historic charm of Old Daphne. However, our proximity to Mobile Bay also means your home’s heating and cooling system is constantly battling heavy humidity, salt-laden air, and rapid seasonal shifts.
At Hembree Heating & Air Conditioning, we don’t just serve Daphne; we are located here. Our office on US Highway 98 puts us in the perfect position to provide rapid, same-day service to neighborhoods ranging from the established shade of Lake Forest to the newer developments along Hwy 181. When your AC fails during a sweltering July afternoon or your furnace struggles during a damp Eastern Shore winter, you don't need a technician coming from across the bridge—you need a neighbor who is already in the area.
Looking for a Daphne HVAC company? Call our local office today at (251) 259-4664.
Three generations dedicated to keeping Mobile and Baldwin County homes cool, cozy, and comfortable with service you can trust.
Friendly, Honest Service
We treat every customer like a neighbor offering clear communication, fair pricing, and solutions tailored to your home.
Fast & Reliable Comfort Solutions
From emergency repairs to full system replacements, our experienced team responds quickly and gets the job done right.
Comfort Built for the Gulf Coast
We understand Alabama’s heat, humidity, and storms, delivering HVAC solutions designed to keep your home comfortable year-round.
Excellent Customer Service
“Once again, excellent customer service. Al the technician called and arrived within 10 minutes. Al diagnosed and fixed the problem within 20 minutes. He was courteous, prompt, friendly and answered all of my questions. LOL....questions that went why this or why that. He took the time and answered every single question.”
- Lera Seals
It was honest and fair! I highly recommend Hembree!
“Tyler fixed our problem quickly. He was super nice. To be so young he knew so much about AC/Heating. Would highly recommend!”
- Melisa
"Cooling it in Paradise"
“Beautiful system installed, operates as well as it looks! We could not be any more satisfied! Thank you guys!”
- Terry & Barbara
Highly Recommend
“Diagnosed the issue and gave me different options for repair. The work was completed and system is working properly. Excellent service!”
- William
Mr. Hembree was great to work with and he couldn't have a better crew or personnel.
“Absolutely 100% satisfied with new heating and cooling unit! We have already saved $60/month or power bill. Mr. Hembree was great to work with and he couldn't have a better crew or personnel. Thanks for the gift! Cookies were great!”
- J.T.
They were clean, fast and friendly. The unit is awesome.
“I am so very pleased with every aspect of our new Heat and Cool system from start to finish. Everyone involved was extremely professional, knowledgeable and courteous. They were clean, fast and friendly. The unit is awesome. I highly recommend everyone to use Don Hembree for their heating and cooling needs. You'll be glad you did.”
- Randy
I called and had Hembree come out. The tech gave me a price to repair. It was $400 less than the other companies.
“I am a single mom. I had 2 other companies out. They wanted over $1000 to repair my AC. I called and had Hembree come out. The tech gave me a price to repair. It was $400 less than the other companies. I okayed him to repair. The system is working perfectly. Thank you for not taking advantage of my situation.”
- Sara
The repair man was smart. I even got a discount which helped with my fixed income.
“I have been without heat. Hembree came out and repaired my unit. The repair man was smart. I even got a discount which helped with my fixed income. I am nice and warm.”
- Polly
I am extremely pleased with the professionalism from all involved.
“I recently had a complete installation of a new home ac unit, inside and outside. I am extremely pleased with the professionalism from all involved. The unit is fantastic, quiet and cold. The installation crew were very conscious of caring for our home with drop cloths on the floors, and much more such as speaking courteous and informing us of important facts about our new system. I highly recommend everyone to use this company for their heating and cooling needs. You will be glad you did.”
- James
Home Comfort Solutions for Every Season
From scorching summer days to chilly winter nights, we keep your home comfortable year-round. Our friendly team delivers reliable heating, cooling, and air quality solutions tailored to your family’s needs. With trusted service since 1969, you can count on us to keep comfort simple and stress-free.
For three generations, the Hembree family has built a reputation on transparency and technical excellence. Because we have a physical presence in Daphne, we are held to a higher standard. We see our customers at the Jubilee Square shopping center and at Daphne High School football games. We treat your home with the same respect we’d show our own because, in this community, your reputation is everything.
NATE-Certified Expertise
Every technician we dispatch is NATE-certified and trained on current HVAC standards, including the transition to newer refrigerants and high-efficiency SEER2 equipment. We don't believe in "guesswork." We use precision diagnostic tools to help ensure your system is fixed correctly the first time, saving you time and money.
Common HVAC Problems in Daphne
Daphne's environment is beautiful, but it is objectively "hard" on mechanical equipment. Here are the most frequent issues our Daphne HVAC technicians encounter:
1. High Humidity & Condensate Clogs
Daphne is famously humid. Your air conditioner's primary job is actually dehumidification. Because our units work so hard to pull moisture from the air, condensate drain lines can quickly become clogged with algae and "sludge." If not serviced, this leads to water backups that can damage your drywall or trigger a system-wide shutdown.
2. Salt-Air Corrosion (The Bay Breeze Effect)
If you live west of Highway 98, your outdoor condenser is constantly exposed to the salty mist coming off Mobile Bay. This salt air causes "pitting" in the aluminum coils and can corrode electrical connections. We provide thorough maintenance that includes deep-cleaning these coils to help prevent premature system failure.
3. Electrical Surges from Bay Storms
Our afternoon thunderstorms are common along the Eastern Shore. Lightning strikes and power surges are leading causes of fried control boards and capacitor failures in Daphne. We recommend and install appropriate surge protection to help keep your high-tech HVAC components safer during the stormy season.
HVAC Repair vs. Replacement: Making the Right Choice in 2026
In the current economic climate, the "Repair vs. Replace" debate is more complex than ever. With the 2025/2026 shift in federal energy regulations and the rising cost of equipment, Daphne homeowners need honest advice.
When to Repair Your HVAC System
If your system is under 10 years old and the repair cost is less than 30% of the cost of a new unit, we almost always recommend a repair. We focus on:
Restoring Efficiency: Cleaning coils and calibrating thermostats to help lower your power bills.
Component Swaps: Replacing fan motors, capacitors, or contactors to extend the life of an otherwise healthy system.
When HVAC System Replacement Makes Sense
As a rule of thumb, if your system is over 12–15 years old and requires a major repair (like a compressor failure or a leaking evaporator coil), replacement is often the more financially sound move.
Energy Savings: A properly sized modern system can significantly reduce your cooling costs compared to an older unit.
Rebate Opportunities: There are often federal tax credits and local utility rebates available for high-efficiency upgrades that can help offset the initial investment.
Warranty Peace of Mind: A new installation typically comes with strong parts warranties, reducing the risk of repeated major repair costs.
The Importance of Indoor Air Quality in Daphne
Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is the "invisible" side of comfort. In Daphne, the air inside your home can often be more polluted than the air outside due to trapped humidity, pet dander, and the heavy pollen counts from our lush oak trees.
Combatting "Sick Building Syndrome"
Because modern homes in Daphne are built to be airtight for energy efficiency, they often trap allergens and VOCs inside. We offer advanced IAQ solutions including:
Whole-Home Dehumidifiers: Taking the "sticky" feeling out of your home, even when the AC isn't running.
UV Air Sanitizers: Installed within your ductwork to reduce mold spores and bacteria that thrive in our humid climate.
HEPA Filtration: Removing fine particulates and allergens, which is essential for families dealing with Alabama’s intense pollen seasons.
Planned Maintenance for Reliable Comfort in Daphne
Many homeowners in Daphne want to avoid surprise breakdowns during the hottest days of summer or the damp chill that settles in along Mobile Bay in winter. A structured maintenance plan gives you a predictable way to keep your system cleaned, checked, and tuned so small issues are found long before they turn into a loss of heating or cooling. Regular visits also help confirm that your equipment is operating within manufacturer guidelines and local code expectations for homes in Baldwin County.
During planned visits, we look at more than just temperature; we check airflow, electrical connections, safety controls, and drainage to see how the whole system is handling the coastal Alabama climate. This approach helps extend the life of your equipment and gives you time to plan for eventual replacement instead of rushing into a decision when a breakdown happens. When you schedule routine hvac service, you also get a dedicated time to ask questions about comfort problems in specific rooms or concerns about rising power bills.
Many customers in neighborhoods from Old Daphne to new subdivisions off County Road 64 appreciate having maintenance scheduled ahead of peak seasons so they can enter summer and winter with confidence. By pairing these visits with filter changes and basic home care, families often notice more consistent temperatures from room to room and fewer interruptions to their daily routines. Having one local heating company manage this work year after year also means your service history is in one place, which makes it easier to track patterns and decide when an upgrade may be the right move.
Schedule Your Daphne HVAC Service Today
Don't settle for a company that treats Daphne as an "afterthought" or an "outlying territory." Choose the team that is physically located in your community and invested in your comfort.
Whether you need a quick repair in Spanish Fort, a seasonal tune-up in Montrose, or a full system replacement in Daphne, Hembree Heating & Air Conditioning is ready to help.
In Daphne, this is usually caused by restricted airflow (dirty filters) or a refrigerant leak. Because our air is so humid, any drop in system pressure causes the moisture on the coils to turn to ice quickly.
If you live near high-traffic areas like US 98 or have pets, we recommend checking your filters every 30 days. The dust and pollen in our area can clog a standard filter faster than you’d think.
Yes. As a Daphne-based company, we have technicians on call 24/7. We know that an AC failure on a Saturday in August is a true emergency for your family.
Absolutely. We provide free, detailed estimates that break down your options clearly. We believe in educating our Daphne neighbors, not "closing" them.
