1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing

Columbia, SC Indoor Air Quality · #8 of 8 · 25+ yrs

4.9 · 85+ Google reviews · 📍 1400 Laurel St Unit 4B, Columbia, SC 29201, USA
VOUCHEDSCOREGOOD70/100Vouched 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
⏱ 25+ years in business Review sentiment: 85/100

At a glance

Google rating
4.9★ from 85+ reviews
In business
25+ years
Service area
Columbia, SC + 1 nearby

Overview

Editorial review

1st Choice lists in-duct UV-C germicidal installs as an IAQ offering. The company reports over 25+ years in HVAC and plumbing work. Columbia's hot, humid climate makes ventilation and dehumidification relevant to their IAQ messaging. Customer comments note timely arrivals and clear explanations on installs.

Whole-home IAQ installs serving Columbia, specializing in in-duct UV-C and ERV/HRV ventilation. UV-C germicidal in-duct installation is listed, with same-day emergency response advertised. Ventilation (ERV/HRV) is stated for mechanical fresh-air solutions, with financing advertised at 0% for 24 months. The company says they provide free estimates with no obligation.

Vouched Score breakdown — 70/100

Columbia, SC Indoor Air Quality average is 77/100. Ranks #8 of 8 listed Indoor Air Quality providers in Columbia, SC.

Editorial Review 66 46%
Google Rating 97 17%
Local Search Rank 39 9%
Review Sentiment 85 15%
Years in Business 70 4%
Google Review Volume 52 9%

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

How 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing compares to the Columbia average

Across 8 vetted iaq services providers in Columbia, SC.

Signal1st Choice Quality Heating, A…Columbia avgDelta
Vouched Score 70/100 77/100 -7 vs avg
Google rating 4.9★ 4.8★ +0.1 vs avg
Review volume 85+ 790+ -709 vs avg
Years in business 25+ 34+ -9 vs avg

What customers say

Reviewers praise: punctualityclear explanationsthorough diagnosticscourteous technicians

Pros

Verified strengths
  • High Google rating (4.9★ across 85+ reviews)
  • Long-established (25+ years in business)
What this provider advertises

Self-reported on their website — not independently verified.

  • Emergency response: same-day
  • Financing available
  • Free estimates

When to choose them — and when to consider alternatives

Choose them if
  • You need to finance the work
  • You value a long-tenured local operator (25+ years in business)
Consider alternatives if
  • You want a BBB-rated firm specifically

Service area

Columbia, SC home · Services Columbia, SC home

Office: 1400 Laurel St Unit 4B, Columbia, SC 29201, USA

Neighborhood: 1400 Laurel St Unit 4B, Columbia, SC 29201, USA

What 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing publishes about pricing

Maintenance plans

  • Maintenance Plan
    As published: MAINTENANCE PLAN
    "…, Charleston, and all surrounding areas. Book Now MAINTENANCE PLAN COOLING HEATING WATER HEATERS Plumbing Welcome to…"
  • Maintenance Plan
    As published: MAINTENANCE PLAN
    "…ECK OUT OUR CHOICE MEMBERSHIP HEATING AND COOLING MAINTENANCE PLAN Become a Choice Member today, and enjoy the benef…"

Financing

  • 0% financing
    As published: 0% financing
    "…Skip to content 0% interest for up to 24 months! Call for more information. M…"

Estimates

  • Free estimates
    As published: Free estimates
    "…l for more information. MANNING/FLORENCE/COLUMBIA FREE ESTIMATES NO OBLIGATION CHARLESTON MANNING/FLORENCE/COLUMBI…"

Contact & hours

Frequently asked questions

What are the pros of 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing?
Based on public records and customer reviews: High Google rating (4.9★ across 85+ reviews); Long-established (25+ years in business); Emergency response: same-day; Financing available; Free estimates.
When should I choose 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing?
Choose them if: You need to finance the work; You value a long-tenured local operator (25+ years in business).
When should I consider alternatives to 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing?
Consider alternatives if: You want a BBB-rated firm specifically.
What is the Vouched Score for 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing?
70/100. Top contributing signals: Google Rating 97/100+ Review Sentiment 85/100, Years In Business 70/100. The score blends public-record signals (BBB, license records), customer review signals (Google, Yelp), and editorial assessment.
How long has 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing been in business?
1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing has been operating for 25+ years in Columbia, SC.
What does indoor air quality service typically cost when working with a Columbia, SC provider like 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing?
Whole-house HEPA air purifier typically runs $1,250–$3,250, and UV-C germicidal lamp runs $245–$980 in Columbia, South Carolina. These are area-wide market estimates, not 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing's quotes. For an exact price, request a written estimate from 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing.
What pricing terms does 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing publish on their website?
1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing's website publishes: MAINTENANCE PLAN, 0% financing, Free estimates. Promotions and plans change — confirm currently-available terms with 1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing before acting.

Compare with nearby providers

Provider Vouched Google Years BBB Yelp Our picks
1st Choice Quality Heating, Air, Plumbing (this company)
70/100 4.9★ (85+) 25+
72/100 4.7★ (795+) 20+ 2.8★
85/100 4.9★ (960+) 67+
76/100 4.7★ (700+) 2.4★

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Profile last updated June 28, 2026.