Oakland County, Michigan
Heating and AC repair in Pontiac, MI
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 Pontiac.
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Pontiac at a glance
Heating and cooling climate
NOAA's 1991–2020 climate normals for the PONTIAC WWTP, MI station show about 6,474 heating degree days and 720 cooling degree days in a typical year, with about 135 nights at or below freezing and 10 days reaching 90°F or more. Heating demand is far larger than cooling demand here, so the furnace, boiler or heat pump carries most of the load and a breakdown in a cold snap is the most pressing kind of call.
How homes in Pontiac are heated
According to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey, 83% of occupied homes in Pontiac heat mainly with utility gas and 14% 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 Pontiac is 1961, and about 75% of its 28,325 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 Pontiac
- Furnace Repair (85% of homes heat with gas, propane or oil)
- AC Repair (about 10 days a year at 90°F or more)
- AC Replacement (median home built in 1961, 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 47% of occupied homes in Pontiac are owner-occupied and 53% 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
Pontiac is in Oakland County. Places within about 30 miles include Detroit (21 mi), Warren (17 mi), Sterling Heights (14 mi), Dearborn (24 mi) and Livonia (18 mi).
Other Michigan locations
Mount Clemens (21 mi)
Questions
Is HVAC Nation an HVAC company in Pontiac?
No. HVAC Nation is a referral service. Calls from Pontiac are connected to an independent HVAC contractor, subject to availability in Oakland County.
How do most homes in Pontiac heat?
Census survey data shows about 83% of homes heat mainly with utility gas, 14% with electricity, 2% with propane and 0% with fuel oil.
How cold and hot does it get around Pontiac?
NOAA normals for the PONTIAC WWTP, MI station average about 135 nights a year at or below 32°F and 10 days at 90°F or above.
Is a permit needed to replace a furnace or air conditioner in Pontiac?
Many cities and counties require mechanical or electrical permits for equipment replacement. Check with the local building department for Pontiac or Oakland 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).