Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Will was able to come over on a Sunday and moved a thermostat which required getting up into the attic and moving wiring. He even helped me move the artwork to this spot where the thermostat had been."
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Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
I'm a HVAC TECHNICIAN. I been doing HVAC for 10 years. I live in Northern California.\n
Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
Determined to serve customers with excellence
Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They responded very quickly to our air conditioner emergency. We will be contacting them when we are ready to upgrade our A/C next fall."
Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1985
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Nice company he only services repairs he does not work with Home Warranty companies, and he does have the equipment to clean the ducts systems. he charges 90.00 for a eval and $$$for any other work. He is honest and reliable. I would recommend him for services."
Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"Great customer service and attention to details! The technician who did the duct work alerted us to a serious plumbing trouble. We're able to repair that plumbing trouble fixed before it got worst. That was great customer service for us. The workmanship is good and very detailed. I would highly recommend this company."
Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1989
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Cleaned air ducts. I had a special, but had to pay more for upgraded |service. They did not put grilles back properly on one of the ducts"
Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"ICS is amazing. They are professional, friendly and fast when making repairs. They communicated what the issue with our AC was, what it would take to fix it and when it would be done and followed through on everything."
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Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Jim was very helpful and personable to work with. I had recently moved to the Huntsville area and was unable to connect my wireless printer. There were also some things going on with my laptop that made me suspect a virus had somehow gotten on to it, it was running more slowly than usual, and I wasn't happy with the Win7 configuration I had done when I bought the computer. Jim came in and assessed the problems and we agreed on a time for him to take the laptop and reinstall the OS. He was able to get the wireless connection to work as well. He took the computer on a Friday evening and returned it Sunday evening in prime condition.
A few weeks later I got an error message while reinstalling my accounting software so I called Jim. He talked me through the problem over the phone and I was able to get the program installed so I could use the program.
Jim is great to work with, his pricing is very fair, he is prompt and reliable. I will definitely use his services again.
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Serving Clearlake, CA and surrounding areas
In business since 1982
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"They were extraordinary! Two of them came out and they were a little early. They worked cold for two and a quarter hours. They removed the screens, washed them, and dumped them appropriately. They were so fantastic that I actually tipped them on the side. They provided phenomenal service and I am very happy with them."
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Operating your air conditioner with a malfunctioning expansion valve isn't advisable. Continuing to run the system could potentially damage other components, particularly your compressor, which is significantly more expensive to replace. If you notice performance issues like inconsistent cooling or unusual noises, it's best to have your system inspected before continuing regular use.
Expansion valves don't have a standard replacement schedule, as their longevity depends on system usage, maintenance frequency, and environmental factors. Regular professional maintenance helps identify potential valve issues before they cause system failure. Having your HVAC system serviced annually allows technicians to monitor component condition and recommend preventative replacements when necessary.
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