Clark County, Indiana
Heating and AC repair in Clarksville, IN
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 Clarksville.
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Clarksville at a glance
Heating and cooling climate
NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the LOUISVILLE MCALPINE, KY station show about 4,141 heating degree days and 1,642 cooling degree days in a typical year, with about 77 nights at or below freezing and 46 days reaching 90°F or more. Heating is the bigger load, but summers are warm enough that most homes rely on central air too, so both systems see real use every year.
How homes in Clarksville are heated
According to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey, 56% of occupied homes in Clarksville heat mainly with utility gas and 40% with electricity. Gas-fired furnaces and boilers are the most common setup, which means igniters, flame sensors, gas valves and venting come up often on heating calls.
Housing age and HVAC systems
The median year built for housing in Clarksville is 1971, and about 67% of its 10,080 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 Clarksville
- Furnace Repair (56% of homes heat with gas, propane or oil)
- Heat Pump Repair (40% of homes heat with electricity)
- AC Repair (about 46 days a year at 90°F or more)
- AC Replacement (median home built in 1971, 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 61% of occupied homes in Clarksville are owner-occupied and 39% 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
Clarksville is in Clark County. Places within about 30 miles include Louisville/Jefferson County metro government, KY (13 mi), Jeffersonville (4 mi), New Albany (3 mi), Jeffersontown, KY (13 mi) and Mount Washington, KY (22 mi).
Other Indiana locations
Seymour (44 mi), Vincennes (97 mi), Richmond (114 mi), Huntington (177 mi), Goshen (225 mi), Gary (241 mi)
Questions
Is HVAC Nation an HVAC company in Clarksville?
No. HVAC Nation is a referral service. Calls from Clarksville are connected to an independent HVAC contractor, subject to availability in Clark County.
How do most homes in Clarksville heat?
Census survey data shows about 56% of homes heat mainly with utility gas, 40% with electricity, 0% with propane and 0% with fuel oil.
How cold and hot does it get around Clarksville?
NOAA normals for the LOUISVILLE MCALPINE, KY station average about 77 nights a year at or below 32°F and 46 days at 90°F or above.
Is a permit needed to replace a furnace or air conditioner in Clarksville?
Many cities and counties require mechanical or electrical permits for equipment replacement. Check with the local building department for Clarksville or Clark 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).