HVAC Repair in Excelsior Springs, MO

We have completed more than 400 jobs in Excelsior Springs, and we hold a permitted project on record here as well. We are about twenty minutes west in Kearney.

What We See in Excelsior Springs Homes

Excelsior Springs has a lot of older housing stock, and that drives the work. We quote proportionally more full system replacements here than in most of the areas we serve, because a lot of the equipment has simply reached the end of a long life.

Older homes also bring ductwork problems that newer construction does not: undersized returns, runs added over decades without rebalancing, and systems retrofitted into houses built long before central air existed. A replacement in a home like that should start with a load calculation and an honest look at the duct, not just a new box in the same spot.

What Our Excelsior Springs Customers Say

"I had several heating and cooling professionals check my heating and cooling system. One of them didn't secure the back of our heat pump. I text Shanks and explained the situation. They had someone to my home right away. They earned my trust. I will recommend there service to anyone who needs professional, great value service! Thank you"

- Clara R., Excelsior Springs

"Just had a AC check up for I'm on their maintenance contract. Office always keeps me informed on arrival times, who will be my technician. Zane was great and arrived early which was nice. We discussed a couple of concerns I had."

- Brian F., Excelsior Springs

"Shanks Heating and Cooling service representatives are consistently thorough in their job, friendly, and professional. In addition I usually learn something new regarding taking care of my furnace/AC."

- Sandra S., Excelsior Springs

What We Do

Furnace repair and replacement. Air conditioning repair and installation. Heat pumps and heat pump conversions. Ductless mini splits. Ductwork design and repair. Indoor air quality, filtration and humidification. Thermostats and zoning. Commercial HVAC. Maintenance plans.

We service all major system brands and are an American Standard dealer.

Straight Answers on Price

Our service call fee is $89. You get a written price before any work starts, and nothing happens until you approve it.

After hours, weekend and holiday calls do cost more than a weekday visit. If you are a maintenance plan member, you receive a discount on that charge.

Repairs carry a one year guarantee on parts and labor. On installations we include a one year labor warranty and can extend labor coverage up to ten years. Ask us for the options when you get your quote.

Hours and Emergency Service

Office hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM for emergency service.

Outside those hours our emergency line is answered, not by voicemail. If your heat is out in January or your air conditioning quits in July, call (816) 258-2056 and you will reach someone who can triage it and get you scheduled.

Why Homeowners Hire Us

  • 5.0 stars across more than 900 reviews
  • Family owned since 1999
  • Missouri contractor license LIC-08-22-0063, active
  • NATE certified technicians
  • A+ rated with the Better Business Bureau
  • A proven record of permitted work across the Kansas City metro, on public record
  • Upfront pricing. $89 service call. You approve the price before we start.
  • One year guarantee on parts and labor. Labor coverage on installs available up to ten years.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a service call?

$89. You get a written, itemized price before any repair work begins, and we do not start until you approve it.

Do you charge more for nights and weekends?

Yes, after hours, weekend and holiday calls cost more than a standard weekday visit. Maintenance plan members receive a discount on that charge.

What warranty do you offer?

Repairs are guaranteed one year on parts and labor. Installations include a one year labor warranty, and we can extend labor coverage up to ten years. Equipment carries the manufacturer's warranty, which we register for you.

Should I repair or replace my system?

If your system is over 12 to 15 years old, needs repeated repairs, or uses R-22 refrigerant, replacement usually costs less over time. Under 10 years with a single failed part, repair is almost always the better value. We will show you the failed component and the test readings and give you both prices.

Are your technicians certified?

Yes. We have NATE certified technicians and we are an American Standard dealer.

Do you pull permits?

Yes. Every replacement that requires a permit gets one, and we schedule the inspection. Our permit history across the metro is public record.

What brands do you service?

All major brands, including Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, York and American Standard.

Do you offer financing?

Yes, through Wells Fargo. Applying does not affect your credit score.

Schedule Service

Call (816) 258-2056 Request Service

Shanks Heating and Cooling, 104 S Jefferson St, Kearney, MO 64060.
Serving the Kansas City metro since 1999.