Dougherty Heating & Cooling

Albany, GA Furnace Repair · #4 of 3 · NATE-certified · 43+ yrs

4.6 · 40+ Google reviews · 📍 911 W Roosevelt Ave, Albany, GA 31701, USA
VOUCHEDSCOREGOOD64/100Vouched Score is calculated from publicly available signals: Google rating & review count, Yelp rating, BBB grade, review sentiment, years in business, local search ranking, and provider website content. Not a guarantee of service quality.Embed this score
⏱ 43+ years in business certified by the leading HVAC nonprofit organization, · NATE-CERTIFIED · NATE certified Review sentiment: 78/100

At a glance

Google rating
4.6★ from 40+ reviews
In business
43+ years
Services
1 Furnace Repair service
Service area
Albany, GA + 1 nearby

Overview

Editorial review

Site lists a $95 hourly rate and no diagnostic fee, noting pricing transparency. NATE-certified technicians are stated for repairs and maintenance. Founded in 1983, Dougherty Heating & Cooling cites over 40+ years of local service. Website features customer comments praising punctual arrivals and clear explanations.

Furnace repair and maintenance focused on Albany, GA, and nearby communities. NATE-certified technicians are listed on the company website. Free estimates are advertised, and the site notes a $95 hourly rate without a diagnostic fee. Dougherty Heating & Cooling reports 40+ years serving the region.

Vouched Score breakdown — 64/100

Albany, GA Furnace Repair average is 77/100. Ranks #4 of 3 listed Furnace Repair providers in Albany, GA.

Editorial Review 49 46%
Google Rating 87 17%
Local Search Rank 73 9%
Review Sentiment 78 15%
Years in Business 100 4%
Google Review Volume 44 9%

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

How Dougherty Heating & Cooling compares to the Albany average

Across 3 vetted furnace repair providers in Albany, GA.

SignalDougherty Heating & CoolingAlbany avgDelta
Vouched Score 64/100 77/100 -13 vs avg
Google rating 4.6★ 4.8★ -0.2 vs avg
Review volume 40+ 765+ -727 vs avg
Years in business 43+ 52+ -9 vs avg

What customers say

Reviewers praise: punctualitytransparent pricingthorough diagnosticsfast repairs

Pros

Verified strengths
  • Long-established (43+ years in business)
What this provider advertises

Self-reported on their website — not independently verified.

  • NATE-certified technicians
  • Financing available
  • Free estimates

When to choose them — and when to consider alternatives

Choose them if
  • You need to finance the work
  • You prefer a family-owned operation
  • You value a long-tenured local operator (43+ years in business)
  • You want NATE-certified technicians
Consider alternatives if
  • You prefer a provider with hundreds of customer reviews
  • You want a BBB-rated firm specifically

Services

Service area

Albany, GA home · Repair Albany, GA home

Office: 911 W Roosevelt Ave, Albany, GA 31701, USA

Neighborhood: 911 W Roosevelt Ave, Albany, GA 31701, USA

What Dougherty Heating & Cooling publishes about pricing

Financing

  • Financing available
    As published: Financing available
    "…fer: No hidden fees The lowest prices in the area Financing available for repairs through Lendmark. We’ll thoroughly in…"

Pricing model

  • No hidden fees
    As published: No hidden fees
    "…, GA , works hard to help you save big. We offer: No hidden fees The lowest prices in the area Financing available…"

Estimates

  • Free estimates
    As published: Free estimates
    "…CONTACT US Contact us now for more information or free estimate Contact Us First Name Last Name: Email: Phone Ser…"

Guarantees & credentials

Sourced from the provider's own website. We surface these as published; we do not independently verify each license or warranty.

Contact & hours

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Mon - Fri - 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Frequently asked questions

What are the pros of Dougherty Heating & Cooling?
Based on public records and customer reviews: Long-established (43+ years in business); NATE-certified technicians; Financing available; Free estimates.
When should I choose Dougherty Heating & Cooling?
Choose them if: You need to finance the work; You prefer a family-owned operation; You value a long-tenured local operator (43+ years in business); You want NATE-certified technicians.
When should I consider alternatives to Dougherty Heating & Cooling?
Consider alternatives if: You prefer a provider with hundreds of customer reviews; You want a BBB-rated firm specifically.
What is the Vouched Score for Dougherty Heating & Cooling?
64/100. Top contributing signals: Years In Business 100/100, Google Rating 87/100+ Review Sentiment 78/100. The score blends public-record signals (BBB, license records), customer review signals (Google, Yelp), and editorial assessment.
How long has Dougherty Heating & Cooling been in business?
Dougherty Heating & Cooling has been operating for 43+ years in Albany, GA.
What does furnace repair service typically cost when working with a Albany, GA provider like Dougherty Heating & Cooling?
Furnace service call / diagnostic fee typically runs $50–$135, and hot surface igniter replacement runs $105–$310 in Albany, Georgia. These are area-wide market estimates, not Dougherty Heating & Cooling's quotes. For an exact price, request a written estimate from Dougherty Heating & Cooling.
What pricing terms does Dougherty Heating & Cooling publish on their website?
Dougherty Heating & Cooling's website publishes: Financing available, No hidden fees, Free estimates. Promotions and plans change — confirm currently-available terms with Dougherty Heating & Cooling before acting.
Does Dougherty Heating & Cooling do Furnace Repair in Albany, GA?
Yes. Dougherty Heating & Cooling lists Furnace Repair among its services and serves Albany, GA and Repair Albany, GA.

Compare with nearby providers

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Dougherty Heating & Cooling (this company)
64/100 4.6★ (40+) 43+
79/100 4.8★ (220+) 77+ Most Transparent Pricing
87/100 4.9★ (2,020+) 62+ 4.3★ Highest Vouched Score
Best for Gas Valve & Combustion Repair
Best for Furnace Tune-Up & Maintenance
65/100 4.6★ (55+) 16+

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Profile last updated June 26, 2026.