Murrieta is the farthest north we go, a straight run up I-15 from Fallbrook, past Temecula to where the freeway splits into I-15 and I-215. Fallbrook Heating & Air has been a family-owned HVAC company in Fallbrook since 1972, and Murrieta is on our service list. For HVAC in Murrieta, we repair and replace air conditioners, gas furnaces and heat pumps for homes, with every required permit pulled.
How does Murrieta's climate affect your heating and air?
Murrieta is well inland, so summer afternoons run hot and your air conditioner does heavy, steady work from June into October. Winter is the surprise for newcomers: clear nights in the valley get properly cold, so the furnace or heat pump matters too. A Murrieta system needs to be reliable at both ends of the year, not just in summer.
Murrieta covers more varied ground than people expect. Much of the city is valley floor along the I-15 and I-215 corridors, where heat builds through the afternoon. To the west the land rises toward the Santa Rosa Plateau, more rural and often cooler at night. To the east, French Valley is largely unincorporated Riverside County, even where addresses read Murrieta. The right equipment and the right permit office both depend on where you are.
Getting a Murrieta system ready for each season
- Spring: change the filter, clear leaves and weeds from around the outdoor unit, and book an AC tune-up before the first heat wave
- Summer: check the filter monthly; dust and long run times clog it faster here than on the coast
- Fall: test the heat before the first cold night, when everyone else does
- Any time: if the furnace smells of gas or the CO alarm sounds, get everyone out and call SoCalGas or 911
Our tune-up page explains what an annual visit covers.
Furnace, heat pump or both?
Because winters here are colder than on the coast, heating decisions get more weight in Murrieta than in most of our service area. Three things to know:
- Gas furnaces are still allowed. Murrieta is in the South Coast AQMD. Its board rejected the proposed zero-NOx furnace amendment to Rule 1111 on June 6, 2025, and the existing rule stays. Check the current status on the South Coast AQMD site before you decide, since rules can come back.
- Heat pumps work here too. Modern heat pumps handle a Murrieta winter well, and one unit covers both seasons. Our heat pump vs furnace guide compares them.
- Efficiency choices matter more with colder nights. We install 80% and 96% efficient furnaces. The 96% models are PVC-vented and squeeze more heat from the gas, which pays back faster where the furnace runs more. See furnace installation.
One more Riverside County difference: your utilities are Southern California Edison and SoCalGas, not SDG&E, so rebate programs differ from those in San Diego County. Programs change; we'll check current eligibility with you.
Services we provide in Murrieta
AC repair
For systems falling behind in inland heat.
Furnace repair
Gas furnaces and heat pumps for cold valley nights.
Furnace installation
80% and 96% efficient gas furnaces.
Heat pumps
Year-round heating and cooling from one system.
AC replacement
Free central AC estimates and Murrieta permits pulled.
Who issues HVAC permits in Murrieta?
Inside city limits, the City of Murrieta Building & Safety Division at Town Square issues building and mechanical permits, and every application is filed electronically through the city's Self-Service Portal. California's 2025 Energy Code has applied statewide since January 1, 2026. We pull the permit on jobs that need one and coordinate inspection and testing.
Replacing equipment also triggers California's Title 24 duct sealing and third-party ECC verification, with additional verification depending on equipment and climate zone. Our duct testing page explains it, and the city's own guidance is on its Building & Safety page. For French Valley and other unincorporated addresses, Riverside County issues the permit instead.
Murrieta ZIP codes we serve
We serve 92562 and 92563. Call (760) 728-8716 to check your address.
What customers say about Fallbrook Heating & Air
A review from our Google profile. We haven't matched reviewers to cities, so we're not claiming this one is from Murrieta.
“Highly recommend them to everyone! Finally, someone with work ethic and integrity!”
Frequently asked questions
Can I still install a gas furnace in Murrieta?
Yes. Murrieta is in the South Coast Air Quality Management District, and on June 6, 2025 its board rejected the proposed zero-NOx amendment to Rule 1111, leaving the existing rule in place. Gas furnaces sold there must meet its emission limits. Check the current status at aqmd.gov, because rules can be revisited.
How do I get an HVAC permit in Murrieta?
The City of Murrieta Building & Safety Division issues permits, and all applications are filed electronically through the city's Self-Service Portal. Replacing an AC, furnace or heat pump needs a permit. We pull it for jobs that need one and coordinate the inspection and Title 24 duct testing.
Who is my utility for HVAC rebates in Murrieta?
Southern California Edison supplies electricity and SoCalGas supplies natural gas in Murrieta, so SDG&E programs don't apply. Several statewide incentives are closed and the federal 25C credit has ended for new installs, so check current offers with your utility. We'll check eligibility with you, because programs change.
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