Sebastian County, Arkansas
Heating and AC repair in Fort Smith, AR
Call and describe the problem, whether the furnace will not light, the heat pump is iced over or the air conditioner is blowing warm air, and you will be connected with an independent HVAC contractor serving Fort Smith.
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Fort Smith at a glance
Heating and cooling climate
NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the FT SMITH RGNL AP, AR station show about 3,098 heating degree days and 2,177 cooling degree days in a typical year, with about 63 nights at or below freezing and 78 days reaching 90°F or more. Heating and cooling demand are roughly balanced, so the heating system and the air conditioner both work hard in their seasons.
How homes in Fort Smith are heated
According to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey, 51% of occupied homes in Fort Smith heat mainly with electricity and 47% with utility gas. With electric heat this common, heat pumps and electric furnaces are widespread, and a heat pump failure can take out both heating and cooling at once.
Housing age and HVAC systems
The median year built for housing in Fort Smith is 1977, and about 57% of its 40,475 housing units were built before 1980. Homes from this era commonly have forced-air furnaces with ductwork, and many have had the original furnace and air conditioner replaced at least once.
Services most relevant in Fort Smith
- Furnace Repair (48% of homes heat with gas, propane or oil)
- Heat Pump Repair (51% of homes heat with electricity)
- AC Repair (about 78 days a year at 90°F or more)
- AC Replacement (median home built in 1977, many systems on their second or third AC)
- HVAC Repair (one call when you are not sure which part failed)
Owners, landlords and tenants
About 53% of occupied homes in Fort Smith are owner-occupied and 47% are rented. Homeowners, landlords and property managers can call to be connected; tenants should contact their landlord or property manager about heating or cooling problems first.
Nearby places
Fort Smith is in Sebastian County. Places within about 30 miles include Van Buren (7 mi), Greenwood (12 mi), Poteau, OK (24 mi), Sallisaw, OK (26 mi) and Alma (13 mi).
Other Arkansas locations
Jacksonville (131 mi), Pine Bluff (155 mi)
Questions
Is HVAC Nation an HVAC company in Fort Smith?
No. HVAC Nation is a referral service. Calls from Fort Smith are connected to an independent HVAC contractor, subject to availability in Sebastian County.
How do most homes in Fort Smith heat?
Census survey data shows about 47% of homes heat mainly with utility gas, 51% with electricity, 1% with propane and 0% with fuel oil.
How cold and hot does it get around Fort Smith?
NOAA normals for the FT SMITH RGNL AP, AR station average about 63 nights a year at or below 32°F and 78 days at 90°F or above.
Is a permit needed to replace a furnace or air conditioner in Fort Smith?
Many cities and counties require mechanical or electrical permits for equipment replacement. Check with the local building department for Fort Smith or Sebastian County, and ask the contractor.
What should I do if I smell gas?
Leave the home right away without using switches or phones inside, then call the gas utility emergency line or 911 from outside.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau Vintage 2024 population estimates; American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year (tables B25040 house heating fuel, B25034, B25035, B25003); 2024 Gazetteer; NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 (heating and cooling degree days, base 65°F).