24/7 Emergency HVAC Service in Des Moines & Central Iowa
rusted Emergency Heating & Cooling — Anytime, Day or Night
When your furnace or air conditioner fails, waiting is not an option — especially during Iowa’s extreme temperatures. Obsidian Heating & Cooling provides 24/7 emergency HVAC service in Des Moines, Ankeny, and the surrounding Central Iowa communities.
We respond quickly, diagnose the problem accurately, and restore comfort as fast as possible — whether it’s the middle of the night, a weekend, or a holiday.
If your heat is out, your AC has failed, or your system is making alarming noises, call now. We’re on call 24/7.
Call 515-599-8488
Who offers 24/7 emergency furnace repair in Des Moines?
Obsidian Heating & Cooling is a locally owned, veteran-owned HVAC company trusted by homeowners and businesses across the Des Moines metro.
We provide:
24/7 emergency furnace repair
Emergency air conditioning repair
Rapid response during extreme cold and heat
Service for all major HVAC brands and systems
With 500+ five-star Google reviews, we’ve earned a reputation for showing up when it matters most — and getting it right the first time.
Immediate Help for Heating and Cooling Emergencies
Emergency HVAC Services We Provide
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If your furnace stops working, blows cold air, short-cycles, or shuts down completely, our technicians can quickly identify the issue and restore safe operation.
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When your AC fails during a heatwave, we respond fast to diagnose the problem and get your home cool and comfortable again.
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We use advanced diagnostic tools to pinpoint the root cause of the issue, not just treat symptoms.
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If your system is beyond repair, we offer emergency replacement options to get a new system installed as quickly as possible.
Read our Emergency HVAC Reviews
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Very responsive to our call. They showed up in a very timely fashion, quickly diagnosed the problem, and had our AC working within 90 minutes from the time we called. Great company that has earned our trust to be our go-to company for heating and cooling services!
Tom Reiland
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I don't even know where to begin with this review other than Josiah and Dylan went above and beyond for an urgent issue on my furnace this evening. In the negative degree temperatures, I was thinking I would be sleeping with no heat tonight and it was the complete opposite. Josiah and Dylan arrived within 15 minutes of contacting them and immediately found my issue. The gas reading coming from the gas meter was double what it should be. We called Midamerican who is another amazing couple of guys and they came out to replace the regulator and just like that, back in service. These guys are a true blessing and I will absolutely be using them for any future needs, maintenance and referrals. Thanks again, Josiah and Dylan!
Haley Ellis
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The best! Our heat went out on the coldest night of the year while still experiencing blizzard conditions and these guys saved us! Something wildly comforting and admirable when the owners of the business are the ones that show up at 12:30 in the middle of the night. Excellent pricing in my opinion as well. Didn't intend to find a new heating and cooling company but we definitely have! Would recommend highly to everyone!
Whitney Custer
Why Choose Obsidian for Emergency HVAC Service?
24/7 Availability
HVAC emergencies don’t wait for business hours. Our technicians are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Fast Response Times
Our team is strategically located throughout the Des Moines metro area to provide rapid response when you need emergency service.
Experienced, Certified Technicians
Our technicians are trained to work on all major heating and cooling systems and are equipped to handle urgent repairs safely and efficiently.
Transparent Pricing
You’ll receive honest, upfront pricing before work begins — no hidden fees, no surprises.
Veteran-Owned & Locally Trusted
As a veteran-owned business, we take pride in discipline, integrity, and service. We treat your home like it’s our own.
What Qualifies as an HVAC Emergency?
An HVAC issue is considered an emergency if it:
Leaves your home without heat during cold weather
Leaves your home without cooling during extreme heat
Produces gas smells, burning odors, or loud mechanical noises
Causes repeated system shutdowns
Risks frozen pipes or unsafe indoor conditions
If you’re unsure, call anyway. We’ll help you decide the next step.
Tips While Waiting for Emergency Service
Learn what to do while you wait.
Turn off the system if it’s making loud or unusual noises
Check your breaker to rule out a simple power issue
Clear the area around your HVAC unit for technician access
Avoid DIY repairs that could cause further damage
Safety comes first. we’ll handle the rest.
Call Now for 24/7 Emergency HVAC Service
When your heating or cooling system fails, you don’t need guesswork — you need help now.
Call 515-599-8488 for immediate emergency HVAC service in Des Moines and Central Iowa.
We’re ready when you need us.
Frequently Asked Questions
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If you can see your breath indoors, smell gas, hear screeching or banging from your furnace/AC, or your system has simply stopped running during extreme weather, that’s an emergency. Anything that threatens your comfort or safety (or pipes!) warrants a call — even at 2 AM.
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Yes. We don’t sleep much in the winter, and our on‑call technicians are available day and night, weekends and holidays. Extreme cold snaps don’t wait for business hours, and neither do we.
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We dispatch from our shop in Des Moines and serve the entire Des Moines metro and surrounding suburbs — West Des Moines, Urbandale, Johnston, Clive, Waukee and more. If you’re in central Iowa and your heat or AC fails, call us; we’ll let you know if you’re in our service radius.
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Our certified technicians work on all major furnace and air conditioner brands (gas, electric, heat pumps, and ductless mini‑splits). Whether your unit is a few years old or a vintage hand‑me‑down, we’ll give it professional attention.
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That depends on the time of day, weather and call volume. Typically, we aim to arrive within a few hours of your call. During blizzards or large‑scale outages, we triage emergencies to help the most critical cases first — think “no heat and single‑digit temps” versus “furnace making a funny noise.”
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Turn off any equipment that smells like gas or is making alarming noises. If safe to do so, shut off the system at the breaker. For furnace issues, make sure vents and air returns aren’t blocked. Avoid DIY repairs that could cause further damage; our tech will sort things out on arrival.
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In extreme cold or heat situations, we may provide temporary electric heaters or portable AC units on a case‑by‑case basis. We’ll assess the situation on site and let you know what’s available to keep your family comfortable until repairs are complete.
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Yes, yes and yes. Obsidian Heating & Cooling is fully licensed and insured, and as a veteran‑owned company with over 500 five‑star reviews, we take pride in doing right by our neighbors.