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Gulf Shores AC Installation & Replacement

When you live or work in Gulf Shores, your air conditioner is the most important piece of equipment you own. Between the intense sun hitting the beach and the relentless humidity coming off the water, a cooling system failure quickly turns a home or business into an oven. At Hembree Heating & Air Conditioning, we understand that coastal living requires a different approach to heating and cooling.

Since 1969, our family has served the Gulf Coast community. We are now in our third generation of local operation, and we have spent over 57 years learning exactly how the salt air and coastal storms affect HVAC systems. We don't believe in generic solutions. We listen to your specific comfort issues, inspect your property, and provide a straightforward path to getting your cooling back on track.

Call Hembree Heating & Air Conditioning at (251) 259-4664 to schedule your free estimate on a new AC installation.

The Reality of AC Systems in a Beach Environment

In Gulf Shores, the environment is the biggest enemy of your air conditioner. While a unit might last 15 or 20 years in a dry, inland climate, the lifespan here is often shorter. The proximity to the Gulf of Mexico means your outdoor equipment is constantly exposed to salt spray, which can eat through aluminum fins and copper tubing in a matter of years.

We plan our installations around these local conditions:

  • Corrosion-resistant coatings. We suggest units specifically designed for coastal zones, featuring protected coils that help resist salt-air pitting.
  • High-velocity wind ratings. We follow all local Baldwin County building codes to help your unit stay secure during the heavy winds of storm season.
  • Sand mitigation. We look at the placement of your outdoor unit to reduce the amount of sand and debris that gets pulled into the delicate internal components.

When Should You Replace Your AC?

Deciding whether to keep patching up an old system or to invest in a new one is a major decision. Because we focus on honest assessments, we walk you through the numbers so you can choose what makes sense for your budget.

Signs that replacement is the practical choice:

  • The 10-year mark. If your unit is over a decade old and struggling, it is likely reaching the end of its coastal life.
  • Sky-high utility bills. If your power bill stays high even when you turn the thermostat up, the system is no longer operating efficiently.
  • Frequent refrigerant leaks. In older systems using R-22, the cost of the gas alone often makes replacement the better value.
  • Constant humidity. If your home feels "sticky" or damp, your AC is failing to pull moisture out of the air.

We provide free estimates on system replacements, giving you the time to compare options and look at the long-term energy savings of a modern SEER2-rated unit.

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Family Values. Reliable Comfort.

  • Family-Owned Since 1969
    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

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