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Avatar for Cool Air Technologies Inc
Cool Air Technologies Inc
4.9(
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Perfectly! I am beyond delighted with Cool Air Technologies, Inc. and would recommend them to anyone! I will not consider any other company for my home air conditioning service!!"
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Response time2 days
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Global Green Solutions
5.0(
248
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with heating and air conditioning repair, replacement, and new installation was excellent. Their staff was amiable, well-informed, and meticulous. Our device is operating more efficiently than before. Really trustworthy service!"
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+24

Response time3 days
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Total Home Environmental HVAC Co.
4.7(
98
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Gordon, is efficient, friendly and great prices. He went above and beyond to help me in an emergency when my air-conditioning broke down on a very hot day. Excellent customer service."
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+17

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ionel Firuta
5.0(
30
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Oh My Gosh! What an amazing company to work with! I can’t stress enough what a pleasure it was having them in my home! John and Lauren worked smoothly and respectful throughout the day explaining everything to me. This is the first time I’ve had air conditioning. If I could give these gentlemen a 10 Star ⭐️ rating I would, period! You will not go wrong using their services from the price quote to a professional, thorough completed job! Thought it would take 2 days but no only one! Thank you John and Lauren ??"
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
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Heating and Air Conditioning Project
Heating and Air Conditioning Project

+19

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Trabuco Air
4.6(
130
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Short notice call and he made arrangements to come see us with our air condition issue. Very cordial. Mask on as soon as he entered the door and explained everything in detail what he was going to do. Thank you so much! Nice and cold in the house again."
Response time5 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Trinity Heating and AC
5.0(
10
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Trinity A/C & Heating. Our air conditioning system stopped working, so we called another company to diagnose the problem. After a brief inspection, including a trip to the attic, they told us we needed a completely new duct system at a cost of nearly $8,000. Fortunately, we decided to get a second opinion and called Trinity A/C & Heating. Jimmy thoroughly inspected the system and quickly identified the real issue: the system was simply low on refrigerant. They fixed the problem for a little over $300, and the A/C has been working perfectly ever since. Jimmy and Mike were honest, professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to explain everything clearly. Their integrity saved us thousands of dollars and prevented us from paying for unnecessary work. It's refreshing to find a company that puts honesty and customer service first. If you need A/C service, do yourself a favor and call Trinity A/C & Heating before making any major repair decisions. Thank you, Jimmy"
After: brand new furnace with industrial grade filtration system. Re-wrapped ductwork with fiberglass free wrapping and acoustic soundproof closet/return cavity.
After: 2 Stage Variable Speed Furnace installed perfectly!
After: Properly sized, energy efficient, and installed to code.
Before: Homeowner had tried multiple times to get the pilot light ignited.
Before: Old furnace not installed to code.

+31

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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GC Heating And Cooling Inc
4.6(
584
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My least favorite part of owning a home is paying for it. That's probably true for most people, but I find it very difficult to part with a dollar. For that reason, about 10 years ago, when my air conditioning died, I told my family we were going to live without it - I grew up without air conditioning and did just fine. About 2 years ago, the furnace started to give us a little trouble as well, and this year, before the winter started in earnest, it died too. Both systems dated to 1977 (I bought the house in 2005). As soon as the cold weather kicked in this past year, I knew I was going to have to have everything replaced. The extreme cold this year, plus the unreasonably hot summer in 2022...well, it was time to fix things. I got on Angie's list to find some contractors. I stuck with people with 5 stars (or as close as possible) and over 100 reviews, and had about 8 different outfits come by to look at the job and give me bids. It took a while, but when you are looking to have to spend 25-30,000 dollars, you want to make sure it doesn't go to waste. I found that, even with 5 stars, a company might not be too impressive when they come by to look at a job. One company tried to hard sell me with fancy brochures and pressure tactics. Another opened up our discussion by saying that he "refuses to pull permits - it saves us both money," and that he insisted on installing a furnace that did not comply with county emissions standards, because "it'll be nothing but problems if you follow the rules." Gustavo, from GC Heating and Cooling, struck me as a cut above the rest of the guys that showed up. First off, the first thing he wanted to do was see the current system himself, despite being the owner of the company and not a young man. He and I climbed into the attic - the fact that he invited me to check it out was cool - and after he saw everything, we sat down to talk. He was patient and kind - I felt like he was excited about doing the job, excited about how he could improve the situation of our house, and he wanted to communicate that excitement to me. I told him what we wanted to do, and he gave me several options to accomplish the goal - of course, as a professional with a college degree in mechanical engineering, he had an opinion about which was the best option for us, but (and this is a testament to his honesty) crucially, his "best" option was not the most expensive option. After we were done talking, he gave me a very fair price (I base my opinion on the other estimates I got), told me that no matter what happened on the job he would not increase the price, and told me to call him if I liked what he had to say. Let me make this long story a little bit longer - I chose Gustavo to get the job done, and I'm grateful to him and his crew for getting the job done in as excellent and efficient a manner as I could have hoped. His crew is clean and polite, and they work quietly and quickly, always cleaning up after themselves. Any time I pointed out a problem, they fixed it. Any time I had a question, they answered it. To be honest, these guys were so cool, it made me not want to go to work on the Friday they started the job so I could work with them and maybe learn something! They wrapped up a full HVAC job, removing all of the old equipment and installing the new, in a 2400 square foot house, in two and a half days. The whole time, Gustavo was running the show, keeping tabs on his guys, making sure things were running smoothly, and always answering all of my questions. On the final walk though for the job, when everything was done, he was still excited about the work, showing me all the different stuff he and his crew had done. Believe me, I was glad to shake the guy's hand and thank him and his team for a job well done. Gustavo's secret, if you ask me? He likes people, and he likes helping them out. He's got a lot of energy, and he directs it in a very positive way. All of that, and he's an expert in his craft. My recommendation to you, dear reader, is: hire Gustavo for your HVAC needs. I'm sure glad I did!"
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+5

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FIRST CLASS COMFORT HVAC LLC
5.0(
19
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very in detail description of what needed to get done and the why behind it. Awesome job, professional, answered every question on why my central AC was strong on first floor but very weak in second floor. Air handler moved from bottom floor to upstairs attic, higher capacity central AC and all ducts changed. Beautiful work done in 3 days with detailed report of what was done. Fair price for the job done. Before and after."
FCC HVAC
FCC HVAC
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FCC HVAC

+28

Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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All City Plumbing, Air & Electrical
4.9(
270
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I am so glad I did not try to install our new dishwasher myself. Joseph Rand came out from All City Plumbing. We had some difficult existing conditions and our technician finished the job fast, clean and made it look easy. When I call All City back to my home for another job I will request to have Joseph come out.."
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+42

Response time10 mins
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Temp Air System, Inc.
4.8(
54
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Serving Seal Beach, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Temp Air personnel are responsible, honest, knowledgable, and their customer service is top of the line. They were accommodating with a scheduled that worked for us. Also, the techs that came to our house were professionals and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend them."
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Mini Split Installation
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Mini Split Installation

+14

Response time10 hrs
Response rate99%
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FAQs for air conditioning projects in Seal Beach, CA

Most professional HVAC technicians require two to three hours to complete an expansion valve replacement. The timeframe depends on your unit's accessibility and whether additional repairs are needed. The process involves recovering refrigerant, removing the old valve, installing the new component, and recharging the system. Scheduling during less busy seasons may result in more convenient appointment times.

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.

Refrigerant leaks require prompt professional attention. If your expansion valve is leaking, you'll likely notice reduced cooling performance and possibly hear hissing sounds near the unit. Addressing leaks quickly prevents further system inefficiency and avoids the environmental impact of released refrigerant. Your HVAC technician will need to repair the leak and recharge the system with the proper refrigerant type and amount.

Because many AC issues present similar symptoms, professional diagnosis is recommended. Problems like inadequate cooling, inconsistent temperatures, or strange noises could indicate expansion valve issues, but might also stem from refrigerant leaks, electrical problems, or airflow restrictions. A qualified HVAC technician has the tools and expertise to accurately identify the root cause and recommend appropriate repairs.

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