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Avatar for Trinity Heating and AC
Trinity Heating and AC
5.0(
40
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Great experience! I hired Trinity to come out and Tune up and clean my Grandmotherâ s furnace. They were a pleasure to work withâ ¦ very courteous and professional! Extremely clean and friendly! I ended up hiring them to install my Central heating and AC at my home! I couldnâ t be happier!"
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+83

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
46 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
354
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unfortunately, I needed an HVAC company to fix my AC during a heat wave. Most companies were 5+ days out before they could even diagnose our problem. Called 3 highly visible companies, from their marketing, who said they wouldn't even work on our unit. I went with a referral from a neighbor, mistake. This company took a week to get to us then the tech went MIA for 5 days with no contact when he said he would be back tomorrow with parts. Won't mention their name as there could have been multiple uncontrollable reasons why. I then did a lot of research on different companies across multiple review websites (including Angies) and Excel Air stood out. Once I spoke to the office staff, great experience, they had a tech out to our home in 2 days with our problem diagnosed. Our tech's name was Lucas who was efficient with his time, talked me through what was going on and gave us our estimate which we were happy to move forward with. Lucas fixed our problem in under 20 minutes. Me being me, I watched each step and saw the quality work. He even put in a fuse to ensure the same problem didn't happen again to our transformer. Once he fixed everything and got our new thermostat power, our AC has been working perfectly ever since. I'm now a really big supporter of Excel Air. Their office staff worked with our insurance company after hours and actually updated us (what company does this these days) the entire way. I can't tell you how impressed I was from their office, Lucas and most of all their successful resolution of our problems with our AC. Thank you Excel Air!"
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning of Mission Viejo
5.0(
10
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Here at One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning of Mission Viejo, When homeowners want a reliable air conditioning and heating system that they don’t have to think about, they call One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning. We are the leading HVAC service provider in the Mission Viejo and the surrounding areas for a simple reason: we actually care about your comfort.\n\nAt One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning® of Mission Viejo, we respect you, we respect your time, and, most importantly, we respect the trust that you put in us to keep your home comfortable. It’s why we back all of our work with a 100% customer satisfaction guarantee for two years, and it’s why we’re always on time—guaranteed.\n\nOur customers love what we do because we treat them like the neighbors they are to us. We back our work with a 100% satisfaction guarantee, provide StraightForwardPricing® guides for your benefit, and will pay you back for being even one minute late to an appointment.\n

Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Cool Air For you
4.0(
16
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"What a great experience from the initial call, to the prompt scheduling of the repair technician and ultimately, heat again with low temps in the 40's. Very happy with the entire experience and would not hesitate to call them again!"
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Response time1 day
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Easy Air LLC
4.9(
26
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was the perfect contractor experience. Brian was on time, personable, and obviously experienced since he installed my Wifi thermostat when three other places I called either blew me off or would not do a wifi installation. Also, a very nice handyman who did other work for me tried to install it but could not make it work. Sok I was worried he would encounter problems, but he did the installation quickly, noting that he did not need the jumper provided by Ecobee since the furnace installer had left a fifth wire he could use. (So, he obviously knew what he was doing). He provided me with the code from the thermostat so I could set it up on my phone app. AND...he did all of this remotely while I was in a another state! Finally, what he wanted to charge was only the standard fee I would expect for an HVAC home visit. I could hardly believe it. You better believe his number is saved in my home for any future HVAC needs. Fantastic!"
Cleaned and serviced ac unit.
Cleaned Air return
Cleaned air return
Inspected Furnace
Cleaned out condensation pan.

+4

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
Avatar for RighTime Home Services Riverside
RighTime Home Services Riverside
4.0(
125
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1947

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Technicians came out to inspect the furnace as we noticed a strange sound that we thought was coming from the furnace. Furnace is operating properly. Technicians found the source of the strange sound."
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RighTime Home Services

+2

657 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by68%of homeowners
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HD MECHANICAL INC
5.0(
26
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I am thoroughly impressed with the exceptional service I received from HD Mechanical! Their team recently installed mini splits in my home, and the entire experience was seamless and professional. From the initial consultation to the final installation, their expertise and attention to detail were evident. The installers were courteous, informative, efficient, and ensured a precise installation. The mini splits are now providing comfortable and quiet heating and cooling, exceeding my expectations. I highly recommend them for their accuracy, professionalism, and top-notch service. Five stars and a job well done!"
Heating & A/C Project
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate85%
57 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for furnace / forced air heating system install or replace projects in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

Converting from an oil furnace to an electric furnace isn't a simple swap—the oil system needs to be completely removed before installing the electric furnace. You'll need a full electric system installation, but you might be able to reuse existing ductwork if it's up to current safety standards. You’ll need to budget for a new electric furnace installation, which costs between $1,800 and $6,200, including professional removal, proper disposal, and safe installation of the new system.

Electric furnaces are 100% efficient at converting electricity into heat. However, some of that heat can be lost as it travels through your home's ductwork or escapes through poorly insulated areas. That's why regular duct maintenance and proper home insulation are important to maximize your furnace's efficiency and reduce heat loss, ensuring consistent warmth and lower energy costs.

With proper maintenance, an electric furnace can last anywhere from 20 to 30 years, outlasting the average gas furnace's lifespan of 15 to 20 years. To keep your electric furnace running efficiently, schedule regular cleanings, tighten connections, and have inspections done before winter arrives. With routine maintenance, you’ll ensure consistent, safe heating for years to come.

The size of the electric furnace you need depends on factors like your home's square footage, climate, and insulation quality. As a general guideline, those who live in warmer climates should multiply their square footage by 30 to 35 BTUs, while those in cooler areas should multiply it by 50 to 60 BTUs.

Consulting with an HVAC professional can help you determine the exact size that's right for your home.

An electric furnace works by converting electricity into heat using high-resistance heating elements. A blower then pushes the warm air through your home's ductwork, distributing heat evenly throughout your space. Since there's no combustion involved, electric furnaces eliminate the risks associated with gas furnaces and provide consistent, reliable heating when properly installed.

An electric furnace uses between 40 and 80 kilowatts per day to heat your home. The exact amount it uses depends on factors like your home's size, insulation, and overall energy requirements. Larger homes or those with poor insulation use more energy than smaller, well-insulated spaces. A professional furnace assessment can help confirm the ideal unit size for your needs.

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