Michigan HVAC services

HVAC Services in Michigan: Furnaces, AC & Heat Pumps

Michigan has cold, snowy winters and humid summers, so one system often has to handle both. This guide covers furnace, air conditioner and heat pump services, DTE and Consumers Energy rebate status, and the licensing rules for mechanical work.
Furnaces
Sized from a heat-load calculation
Air conditioning & heat pumps
For cold winters and humid summers
Rebates
Utility-by-utility, confirm before purchase
Services

Furnace, Air Conditioner and Heat Pump Services in Michigan

Furnace replacement

Heat-load calculation to size the new furnace.
Efficiency rating and venting type listed for each option.
Gas line, flue and ductwork checks.
Permit and inspection, as required for your address.

Furnace repair and maintenance

Diagnosis of ignition, blower, heat exchanger and safety-switch faults.
Carbon monoxide and combustion checks.
Pre-winter tune-up.
Written estimate for parts and labour before work starts.

Central air conditioner replacement

Efficiency options, with SEER2 rating listed for each.
Refrigerant line and coil checks.
Outdoor unit placement on a level pad, clear of snow drifts.
Matching indoor coil and furnace or heat pump.

Heat pump installation and service

Cold-climate heat pump options, with low-temperature heating performance listed.
Dual-fuel setups that keep a furnace for the coldest days.
Defrost, refrigerant and outdoor coil checks.
Rebate eligibility checked against the utility’s rules.
Service availability depends on the contractor and your location.
Great Lakes climate

Great Lakes Climate Solutions: Managing Heavy Snow & Summer Humidity

Michigan asks two things of one home: heating through freezing, snowy winters, and cooling through humid summers. Plan for both when you compare equipment.
Guidance

Heavy snow loads

Raise the outdoor unit on a level pad so snow and drift do not block the airflow or the defrost cycle. Keep the area clear after storms.
Guidance

Humid summers

Ask for a load calculation that includes humidity, and check the indoor coil and airflow. Humidity control is part of comfort, not only temperature.
Guidance

Compare two-stage and high-SEER options

Ask how a two-stage furnace paired with a central air conditioner compares with other setups for your home. DTE’s furnace and AC rebate tables use efficiency tiers, so check the tier your equipment meets.
Rebates & programs

Utility Rebates in Michigan

Rebates in Michigan come mostly from DTE Energy and Consumers Energy. Each one has its own equipment tiers, dates and funding rules.
DTE page, 2026 dates

DTE Energy: furnaces and central air

Furnace replacement (natural gas customers): 98% AFUE or higher: $400. 97% and 96%: $200. 95%: $100. The page lists a $300 promotional bonus for installs between 1 October and 15 December 2026, with applications due by 18 December 2026.
Furnace tune-up: up to $150 with combustion analysis, once every two years per furnace. The standard rule is that the contractor submits the rebate application within 20 days of service. A promotional footnote lists work between 1 September and 15 November 2026, with submission by 31 December 2026. Check which rule applies to your appointment.
Central air conditioner replacement: 18+ SEER2: $300. 16 to 17.99 SEER2: $200. 15.2 to 15.99 SEER2: $100. The page requires 15.2 SEER2 or higher. No program year or end date is shown for this item.
DTE furnace rebates · DTE air conditioner rebates
Status to confirm

DTE Energy: air source heat pumps

DTE’s heat pump page describes a residential rebate for electric customers who upgrade to a new, high-efficiency air source heat pump that also works as an air conditioner. Eligibility on that page:
Must be a DTE residential electric customer.
Must use electricity as the main home heating source.
The page does not list dollar amounts for standard, cold-climate or ductless heat pumps, and it gives no program year or end date. Call (866) 796-0512 or email energy_saving@dteenergy.com to confirm current amounts.
DTE air source heat pump page
Consumers 2026 residential HVAC rebates

Consumers Energy

Gas furnace (AFUE):
95% to 96.99% AFUE: $100
97% AFUE or higher: $300
Central air conditioner (SEER2):
15.2 to 15.99 SEER2: $150
16 SEER2 or higher: $300
Heat pump:
Air-source (replacement, 15.2 SEER2 or higher): $300
Ductless mini-split (replacement of any primary electric heat system): $350
Ground-source: $200 (EER 17 to 18.99) or $300 (EER 19 or higher)
Tune-ups: $65 for a comprehensive furnace or boiler tune-up (natural gas), and $65 for a central air conditioner tune-up (electric).
Smart thermostats: $10 (programmable); $50 (Wi-Fi, gas or electric); $100 (Wi-Fi, combination electric and gas).
Rebates apply to installations from 1 January to 31 December 2026. Incentive amounts are valid through 31 December 2026 and can change without notice. Funds are limited and first-come, first-served. Applications must be received within 30 days of the installation or service. Consumers 2026 residential HVAC rebate sheet · Consumers Energy home solutions
IRS, Section 25C

Federal tax credit: not available for 2026 installs

The IRS states that the Section 25C credit applies to qualifying property placed in service before 31 December 2025. Equipment installed in 2026 does not qualify for this credit.
We have not confirmed a Michigan state tax credit for HVAC equipment, so none is listed on this page.
IRS energy efficient home improvement credit
Licensing & permits

Michigan Mechanical Licensing and Permits

LARA, mechanical licensing

Mechanical contractor licence

Michigan requires an appropriately classified mechanical contractor licence for covered HVAC work. LARA’s classifications include HVAC equipment, heating service, refrigeration, and specialty classifications such as Fuel Gas Piping and Fuel Gas Piping & Venting. The HVAC equipment classification includes ductwork, gas piping and venting. Ask the contractor which classification applies to your project, and verify the licence before work begins.
LARA mechanical permit information · LARA mechanical contractor licence application
LARA, permits

Permits

Mechanical work generally needs a permit before it starts. Some equipment is exempt, such as portable equipment, window-type air conditioners up to 1.5 hp, and gas burners under 30,000 Btu/hr. A homeowner who will occupy a single-family home may do the work without a licence, but permit requirements can still apply. Confirm with the authority having jurisdiction for your address.
LARA mechanical permit information
Guidance

Verify the licence before work starts

Ask for the contractor’s licence number and classification. Check that the classification matches your job, such as HVAC equipment for a furnace or heat pump, and Fuel Gas Piping & Venting for gas work if it is separate.

Local permit fees

Permit fees are set by each city or county, so they vary. LARA’s permit page links to a Mechanical Permit Fee Schedule (file labelled 1 April 2024). Check that schedule, then confirm the total cost with your local building department for your address.
LARA Mechanical Permit Fee Schedule (PDF)
Costs can include more than the mechanical permit, such as separate electrical or plumbing permits and plan review. Ask the department which apply.
Guidance

Watch for permit payment scams

Scammers sometimes pose as city or county staff and demand immediate payment for a permit balance. Official offices do not ask for payment by gift card, cryptocurrency or wire transfer. Before you pay, find the department’s phone number on its official website and call to confirm.
Brands

HVAC Brands We Serve

Brands we cover for furnaces, air conditioners and heat pumps. Each name links to its brand guide on FurnacePrices. Availability for a specific model in Michigan must be confirmed with a contractor.
Amana
American Standard
Brock
Carrier
Coleman
Daikin
Goodman
Guardian
Heil
KeepRite
Lennox
Napoleon
Payne
Rheem
Ruud
Trane
York
Service cities

Michigan Cities Covered in This Guide

This list shows the cities this guide covers. Availability must be confirmed with a contractor before you book. City permit rules differ, so confirm the permit for your address with the city.
Ann Arbor
Lansing
Flint
Kalamazoo
Battle Creek
Kentwood
Dearborn
Dearborn Heights
Livonia
Westland
Taylor
Troy
Battle Creek
Farmington Hills
Southfield
Rochester Hills
Pontiac
Royal Oak
St. Clair Shores
Don’t see your city, or want to confirm availability? Contact us about availability.
Choosing a contractor

How to Choose an HVAC Company in Michigan

1. Check the licence

Ask for the mechanical contractor licence number and classification, and confirm it before you sign.

2. Confirm the permit

Ask who pulls the permit for your address and when the inspection happens.

3. Get written quotes

Ask for a load calculation, equipment model and SEER2 or AFUE rating, labour, permit and warranty, each listed separately.

4. Check the rebate tier

Match the equipment’s efficiency rating to the utility’s current table before you buy. Ask the installer to submit the rebate paperwork.
FAQ

Michigan HVAC Questions

Which AC efficiency qualifies for the DTE rebate?

DTE’s central air conditioner table requires 15.2 SEER2 or higher, with amounts from $100 to $300 by tier.

Not for equipment installed in 2026. The IRS says the Section 25C credit applies to property placed in service before 31 December 2025.

LARA says a mechanical contractor licence is required for HVAC equipment work, with an exemption for owners of single-family homes who live there. Ask the installer for the licence number.

On a level pad raised above expected snow and drift, with clear space around it. Ask the installer how they will place it.

For HVAC contractors

Apply to Become a Partner

Contractor partner listings are separate from this homeowner guide. This page does not state that any contractor serves Michigan. If you install or service furnaces, air conditioners and heat pumps there, you can apply to become a partner.

Plan Your Michigan Heating and Cooling Upgrade

Check the utility rebate tier and the licence before you sign a quote.