Air conditioning contractor · Billings, MT · reviewed since 2019
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 59%99+58.1Reliability 26%98+25.6Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty92−0.8Experts Score= 98Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.98SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#4 of 50 heat pump installation servicesiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 94%
5.0★★★★★293 Google reviews · 16 photos
99%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
11%reviews answered by the owner
$114typical billiMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Google reviewers rate Big Horn Heating and Cooling five stars based on 293 reviews, highlighting punctuality, clear communication, and fair pricing for furnace, air conditioning, and electrical services. Customers frequently note that technicians explain options thoroughly, avoid unnecessary upsells, and complete repairs or installations quickly with professional care. The primary criticism involves a delayed project completion where the owner stopped responding to customer inquiries, though the finished work was still considered high quality.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 293 reviews (99% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 293 Google reviews (251 with written comments, 1 with photos).
Owner responses: the business replied to 11% of reviews.
Most recent review: October 16, 2026.
Service: Heat Pump Installation Service serving Billings, Montana.
Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.
Score profile vs other heat pump installation services
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
Big Horn Heating and CoolingHeat Pump Installation Services median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Big Horn Heating and Cooling: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 92.A
99
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Big Horn Heating and Cooling: 98/100 on this factor. Category median: 90.A
98
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Big Horn Heating and Cooling: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
92
ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Big Horn Heating and Cooling: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Big Horn Heating and Cooling: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 63.–
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Star ratings
293 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars29199%
4 stars00%
3 stars10%
2 stars10%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 251 written reviews
99%praise
Praise58599%
Complaints61%
PriceiGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
100%fair
Great price545%
Reasonable655%
Overpriced00%
Not sure00%
$114-75% vs typical heat pump installation services
Middle half of what 5 customers paid ($37–$268) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
7topics
Speed & response15226%
Staff & attitude13323%
Would recommend9216%
Quality & results8514%
Price & value6812%
Communication346%
Honesty & trust275%
What customers talk about
We read 251 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Everytime we called for old furnace and now new furnace, he's always been very responsive.”
“Brandon was very knowledgeable and professional, he was also friendly and polite, I would highly recommend Superior for all your heating and cooling needs”
“…ace, over the two and half years,, Tom out to check A/C this week,, I highly recommend his services,, he is responsible, answers questions, on time,,…”
“Great experience, the technician that came out looked over and cleaned our system.”
“On a cold winter day at 3 pm I called Superior regarding a bathroom baseboard heater not working.”
“Prompt service, affordable price and quality work, great people to work with!”
“…the task at hand to make sure everything was working properly then he explained all the options and reasons they would help are system in the future…”
“From the very first visit, it was clear that he wasn’t just there to get the job done, he was there to do it right, and to do it with integrity.”
People customers mention
Tom65 reviews
Superior41 reviews
Electric6 reviews
Electrical4 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Big Horn Heating and Cooling for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Jenny1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★
Brandon was very knowledgeable and professional, he was also friendly and polite, I would highly recommend Superior for all your heating and cooling needs
Paid $1–200Great priceHVAC system repair
SP4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Brandon/Big Horn di exceptional work. They brought back my air conditioning where the other contractors just wanted to sell me a new system. I signed up for the premium maintenance plate which saved me on this visit and in the future. Truly professional honest and friendly
Paid $600–800Reasonable priceA/C system repair
Caitlin6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★
Brandon came by to help us with our AC unit and was beyond friendly and helpful! He graciously explained to us how the unit was looking and how the company could further support our systems.
Paid $1–200Reasonable priceA/C system maintenance
CharLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · Edited 3 months ago★★★★★
If I could give Superior Heating, Cooling and Electrical a 10 star rating I would! Tom came out because I my furnace was making a VERY annoying sound. He came, and to make an interesting story short, found that I had a faulty air cleaner and it wasn’t my furnace at all! Cannot thank them enough for their AMAZING customer service!👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Paid $1–200Reasonable priceA/C system maintenance
Dustin4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★
Great experience, the technician that came out looked over and cleaned our system. He let us know our refrigerant was slightly low but that they charged for refrigerant by the lb, bonus points for not taking an unnecessary upsell. very pleased with the service, will use again in the future!
Paid $200–300Reasonable priceHVAC system maintenanceCleaning
Great service and timing. Brandon did a fantastic job.
Response from the owner · 5 days ago
Hi Shawna,
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear that Brandon provided fantastic service and that everything was handled in a timely manner. We appreciate your support and look forward to helping you again in the future!
Deb Ostwalt5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Deb has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Tom is amazing.
Everytime we called for old furnace and now new furnace, he's always been very responsive.
I feel he is a honest guy and affordable.
Response from the owner · 5 days ago
Hi Deb,
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! We're thrilled to hear about your great experiences with Tom and that he’s earned your trust with his quick responsiveness, honesty, and fair pricing through both your old furnace and your new installation. We truly appreciate your continued business and look forward to helping you out whenever you need us!
Jenny Rem1 reviewiTotal number of Google reviews Jenny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Brandon was very knowledgeable and professional, he was also friendly and polite, I would highly recommend Superior for all your heating and cooling needs
Price assessment: Great price
Price: $1–200
Services: HVAC system repair
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review and recommendation, Jenny! We’re thrilled to hear that Brandon provided such knowledgeable, professional, and friendly service. Knowing you’d recommend Superior for heating and cooling needs means the world to our team—we’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Brandon!
matt kirbyLocal Guide · 84 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews matt has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Brandon was very knowledgeable and went above the task at hand to make sure everything was working properly then he explained all the options and reasons they would help are system in the future
Price assessment: Great price
Services: HVAC system maintenance, Service not listed
Response from the owner · 4 weeks ago
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience! We’re thrilled to hear that Brandon went above and beyond to ensure your system was working properly. We pride ourselves on taking the extra time to explain all your options so you can make the best decisions for your system's long-term health. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to Brandon!
SP DeFrates4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews SP has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Brandon/Big Horn di exceptional work. They brought back my air conditioning where the other contractors just wanted to sell me a new system. I signed up for the premium maintenance plate which saved me on this visit and in the future. Truly professional honest and friendly
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $600–800
Services: A/C system repair
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience! We pride ourselves on honest, transparent service—our goal is always to repair and protect your system whenever possible, not push sales you don't need.
We are thrilled to hear that Brandon was able to get your air conditioning back up and running, and that his professional and friendly service gave you peace of mind. Welcome to our premium maintenance plan! It’s a great way to save money and extend the life of your equipment.
Thank you for trusting Big Horn Heating and Cooling. Please don't hesitate to give us a call whenever you need us next!
Caitlin Wipff6 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Caitlin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Brandon came by to help us with our AC unit and was beyond friendly and helpful! He graciously explained to us how the unit was looking and how the company could further support our systems.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $1–200
Services: A/C system maintenance
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that Brandon provided such friendly and thorough service while checking out your AC unit.
We strongly believe that keeping our customers informed and comfortable is just as important as fixing the equipment. We'll be sure to share your kind words with Brandon—he’ll be delighted to know he made such a positive impression!
Thank you for trusting us with your home comfort, and please don't hesitate to reach out whenever you need us next!
Char ReintsmaLocal Guide · 16 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Char has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
If I could give Superior Heating, Cooling and Electrical a 10 star rating I would! Tom came out because I my furnace was making a VERY annoying sound. He came, and to make an interesting story short, found that I had a faulty air cleaner and it wasn’t my furnace at all! Cannot thank them enough for their AMAZING customer service!👍👍⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Price assessment: Reasonable price
Price: $1–200
Services: A/C system maintenance
Response from the owner · 3 months ago
Wow, a 10-star rating?! We will absolutely take it! Thank you so much for the incredible review. We are thrilled that Tom was able to get to the bottom of that annoying sound and give you some peace of mind (and quiet!). Finding the true root of the problem is exactly what we train our team to do, and we're so glad it turned out to be a quick fix. Thanks for choosing Superior Heating, Cooling and Electrical!
Kamron Stevens2 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kamron has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
He was very professional. I am so excited to have found someone reputable, it is hard to find these days.
Response from the owner · 5 months ago
That is the best feeling! It’s such a weight off your shoulders when you find someone who actually knows what they’re doing and shows up professionally. So glad it worked out!
Anne Paskey Schmidt9 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Anne has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I have been using Superior Heating, Cooling & Electric for the past four years and they are FABULOUS! Tom Search and his crew are all so knowledgeable, prompt, and professional. They don't try to sell you anything you don't need. I won't use anyone else!
Price assessment: Great price
Services: HVAC system maintenance, Heating system repair, Installation, Heating system installation