ARS / Rescue Rooter — Columbia, SC Emergency AC Repair…

At a glance

Google rating: 4.4★ from 3,825+ reviews
Yelp: 1.7★ from 65+ reviews
Services: 1 Emergency AC Repair service
Service area: Columbia, SC + 1 nearby

Overview

Editorial review

Same-day service is advertised, with emergency response available for urgent cooling failures. ARS / Rescue Rooter notes technicians are background-checked and drug-tested. The company lists financing options and transparent pricing on written estimates. Columbia summers bring intense heat, so quick response matters for vulnerable homes. Google reviews show high volume, while some platforms report complaints.

Emergency response for residential AC breakdowns in Columbia and nearby counties. Background-checked technicians are advertised on the Columbia service pages. Transparent pricing and written estimates are stated, with no hidden fees before work starts. Financing options are listed for larger repairs and installations.

Vouched Score breakdown — 72/100

Columbia, SC Emergency AC Repair average is 77/100. Ranks #7 of 7 listed Emergency AC Repair providers in Columbia, SC.

Editorial Review 72 46%

Yelp Rating 18 3%

Google Rating 80 17%

Local Search Rank 93 9%

Review Sentiment 50 15%

Google Review Volume 97 9%

Composite of public-record signals (BBB, license records), customer review signals (Google, Yelp), and editorial assessment of provider profile. See full methodology →

How ARS / Rescue Rooter compares to the Columbia average

Across 7 vetted emergency ac repair providers in Columbia, SC.

Signal	ARS / Rescue Rooter	Columbia avg	Delta
Vouched Score	72/100	77/100	-5 vs avg
Google rating	4.4★	4.8★	-0.4 vs avg
Review volume	3,825+	885+	+2937 vs avg

What customers say

Where they stand on this page: Only listed provider advertising background-verified technicians Lowest rating on this page (4.4★ vs page best 4.9★)Lowest Yelp rating on the page (1.7★ vs page best 4.2★)

Google · 3,825+ reviews Yelp 1.7★ · 65+ reviews

Pros & cons

Pros What this provider advertises

Self-reported on their website — not independently verified.

Background-verified team
Emergency response: 24/7
Financing available

What customers praise

punctualitytransparent pricingfast emergency responsebackground-checked technicians

Cons

Lower Yelp rating than Google (1.7★ vs 4.4★)
Mixed customer sentiment (score 50/100)

What reviewers flag

yelp complaintsreview divergence

When to choose them — and when to consider alternatives

Choose them if

You need AC not cooling — emergency
You need same-day or after-hours service
You need to finance the work

Consider alternatives if

Reports of review divergence would be a deal-breaker for you
Reports of yelp complaints would be a deal-breaker for you
You want a BBB-rated firm specifically

Services

Emergency HVAC Service

Service area

Columbia, SC home · Ac Repair Columbia, SC home

Office: 121 Winhill Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA

Neighborhood: 121 Winhill Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA

What ARS / Rescue Rooter publishes about pricing

Promotions

$50 Off Any Service Repair

As published: $50 Off Any Service Repair
"…2026. License # M2842, GA. REG. CR109660 BOOK NOW $50 Off Any Service Repair View Terms & Conditions $200 minimum purchase req…"

Pricing model

No hidden fees

As published: No hidden fees
"…ou’re 100% satisfied Emergency services available No hidden fees in our cost estimates before starting work Drug t…"

Contact & hours

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121 Winhill Rd, Columbia, SC 29203, USA

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Available seven days a week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the pros of ARS / Rescue Rooter?

Based on public records and customer reviews: Background-verified team; Emergency response: 24/7; Financing available.

What are the cons of ARS / Rescue Rooter?

Concerns flagged from public records and reviews: Lower Yelp rating than Google (1.7★ vs 4.4★); Mixed customer sentiment (score 50/100).

When should I choose ARS / Rescue Rooter?

Choose them if: You need AC not cooling — emergency; You need same-day or after-hours service; You need to finance the work.

When should I consider alternatives to ARS / Rescue Rooter?

Consider alternatives if: Reports of review divergence would be a deal-breaker for you; Reports of yelp complaints would be a deal-breaker for you; You want a BBB-rated firm specifically.

What is the Vouched Score for ARS / Rescue Rooter?

72/100. Top contributing signals: Google Review Count 97/100, Google Position 93/100, Google Rating 80/100. The score blends public-record signals (BBB, license records), customer review signals (Google, Yelp), and editorial assessment.

What does emergency AC repair service typically cost when working with a Columbia, SC provider like ARS / Rescue Rooter?

After-hours / weekend emergency service call typically runs $125–$245, and holiday emergency service call runs $185–$410 in Columbia, South Carolina. These are area-wide market estimates, not ARS / Rescue Rooter's quotes. For an exact price, request a written estimate from ARS / Rescue Rooter.

What pricing terms does ARS / Rescue Rooter publish on their website?

ARS / Rescue Rooter's website publishes: $50 Off Any Service Repair, No hidden fees. Promotions and plans change — confirm currently-available terms with ARS / Rescue Rooter before acting.

Does ARS / Rescue Rooter do Emergency HVAC Service in Columbia, SC?

Yes. ARS / Rescue Rooter lists Emergency HVAC Service among its services and serves Columbia, SC and Ac Repair Columbia, SC.

Compare with nearby providers

Provider	Vouched	Google	Years	BBB	Yelp	Our picks
ARS / Rescue Rooter (this company)	72/100	4.4★ (3,825+)	—	—	1.7★	—
Mid-State Heating and Air, LLC	76/100	4.8★ (340+)	17+	—	4.2★	—
Solutions Heating Air	77/100	4.9★ (555+)	—	—	3.7★	Best for Commercial Emergencies
Cool Care Heating, Air, Plumbing & Refrigeration	71/100	4.7★ (700+)	—	—	2.4★	Best for No-Cooling Emergencies

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