HVAC Website Problem Report
80% of HVAC Websites Have No HTTPS Redirect
We found this issue in 671 of 844 audited HVAC websites across the United States.
Last updated: March 2026 844 sites audited
Why This Matters
When a site loads over HTTP instead of HTTPS, browsers display a 'Not Secure' warning in the address bar. For a homeowner about to submit their address and phone number to schedule an HVAC service call, that warning kills trust instantly. Google also uses HTTPS as a ranking signal.
Frequency by State
Worst Markets for No HTTPS Redirect
| City | Frequency | Affected Sites |
|---|---|---|
| Austin, TX | 95% | 38 of 40 |
| McKinney, TX | 86% | 18 of 21 |
| Arlington, TX | 83% | 15 of 18 |
| Tampa, FL | 83% | 53 of 64 |
| Cape Coral, FL | 83% | 24 of 29 |
Best Markets for No HTTPS Redirect
| City | Frequency | Affected Sites |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Worth, TX | 69% | 20 of 29 |
| Denton, TX | 71% | 12 of 17 |
| Conroe, TX | 71% | 10 of 14 |
| Miami, FL | 72% | 21 of 29 |
| Midland, TX | 72% | 13 of 18 |
What Top-Scoring Sites Do Differently
Top-performing HVAC websites in the U.S. have SSL certificates installed and properly redirect all HTTP traffic to HTTPS. This is a one-time server configuration that eliminates the warning permanently.
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