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Avatar for Premier Heating and Air LLC
Premier Heating and Air LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Premier was very organized and efficient. They quoted us an acceptable price and did a good job on the installation of a new furnace. We live in Avila Beach, so the area they cover is broad. Jonathan is very good to deal with and I have no hesitation in recommending Premier Heating."
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
77
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Called the day after Christmas and they said someone was in my area and could be at my home within the hour.  Paul showed up in about 30 minutes and diagnosed both my furnace problems and fixed them.  Very professional service.  I'm very satisfied.  Thanks Paul and Wighton's!
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Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Install brand new, high efficiency units with mount.
Installing brand new and high efficiency units
Installing brand new and high efficiency units

+14

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Seaside Air
4.8(
49
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike and Bill were very knowledgeable and professional. They fit us into their busy schedules and replaced our furnace as promised."
Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Efficiency Air, Inc.
4.8(
319
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My experience with Tim from Efficiency Air was fabulous from the first day that I met him. He was friendly, professional, and after talking with him for several minutes it became clear that he was quite familiar and knowledgeable with HVAC systems. Being that he had a background in mechanical engineering was a big plus. The first thing that he wanted to do before answering our questions was to educate us on the different systems available and how they work. I was impressed by that approach. Our gas furnace was situated in a closet in the center of our house. Since we didn't a want a gas furnace in the house (actually it was my wife that didn't want the gas furnace) we decided on a heat pump condenser which was the best choice for us. It would be installed outside and the air handler, which moves the air, would be installed in our attic. The now empty closet would be converted in to a pantry at a future date. Tim went over the pros and cons of a gas furnace and heat pump. Based on his summation of the pros and cons we decided that the heat pump was the way to go for us. The following day I got his proposal and cost for our system. It was reasonable and I believe a fair price considering the extra cost for new ducting and putting the air handler in the attic. The new ducting made a huge difference. I knew that I would be hiring Tim after he left our home. It was just a gut feeling based on the way he treated us, educated us, being patient with our questions and his superb knowledge of HVAC systems. I made an appointment to have our new system installed one week later. He arrived at the scheduled date early and his crew arrived a few minutes later. Tim told me that he has a habit of arriving early on all his jobs. That also impressed me. There were five guys on site including Tim and they were well organized and got to work immediately. Tim supervised the entire installation. He only left 3-4 times during the day to get parts and meet a customer. They laid out padding to protect our floors and were very careful when working inside our home. His crew were very nice and they worked very hard. I didn't ask many questions but they didn't seem to be bothered when I did asked them a question or two. Tim took his time and explained what was being done. Not only did his crew remove the old furnace from the closet but they cleaned it thoroughly, vacuumed, and cut out all the old ducting, gas line, air vents, etc. and covered the holes that remained. They also did a beautiful job in putting the air handler in the attic. They had to cut an opening in our master bath area to get the air handler in. The opening was finished very nicely. They also had to cut a hole for a new return air filter grill. It was finished beautifully. Tim and his crew completed the work in one day. They cleaned up everything, vacuumed the stairs, the hallway, and the garage where they had staged a work area. I am so very impressed with the work that Tim and his crew did for us. They certainly made every effort to make sure that everything was installed exactly and to our satisfaction. I would highly recommend Efficiency Air to anyone that is considering a new HVAC system. Efficiency Air exceeded my expectations for a job that was exceptionally well done. My wife and I are very happy with our new system. As promised by Tim, we now have exceptional airflow, great heating and air conditioning. Prior to our new system, we basically had nonexistent heat/air in our master bedroom and bathrooms. We now have very comfortable heat/air in these rooms. Tim was easy to talk to. It was like conversing with a good friend. Obviously, Efficiency Air is in the business to make money but, they also educate customers, give them a fair price while satisfying their needs and making them happy with the results. I will definitely recommend Efficiency Air to all my friends and family."
A/C Condensers
A/C Condensers
A/C Condensers
A/C Condensers
Canoga Park, Goodman A/C

+50

Response time7 hrs
106 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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SoCal Climate Control - Santa Barbara
4.2(
407
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The engineer Tai was very knowledgeable , quickly determining the heating and cooling system requirements and ordering them. Two days later, installers David and Diego arrived when they said they would, with everything they needed for the installation. A few hours later the work was completed, tested and the whole area cleaned up good as new. I would recommend SoCal for anyone who needs heating or cooling installation or service."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Ace Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
4.8(
7
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Father, & Son,(learning the business), arrived promptly. Cleaned, examined,, & with minor adjustments, gave me an OKAY to fire up my old, faithful floor gas furnace! Superb, courteous, & capable! What's more to want in technicians, who can certainly take care of business! I love knowing whom to call, when things need a Professional's attention! Quality, well bought, Very Reasonable, & Most Thankful for! Sincerely Grace Pascal"
closet heater changout
closet changout
closet changout
closet changout
closet changout

+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ACT Installs
4.9(
64
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Andy & his crew do excellent work at a very good price plus they have a wide range of talents. Do not hesitate to hire them! They just finished installing stereo speakers inside the ceilings of my house plus amps & now I will ask them fix all my electrical issues. It might sound as if Iâ m related to them but Iâ m not(!) just very impressed w/ the whole ACT team & their work. Plus Andy is on call if needed to troubleshoot your new system if needed. Highly recommended."
Clean Wire-Free Living Room
Sonos Amps
Neatly Finished Wiring
Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Avatar for Air Care Heating & A/C
Air Care Heating & A/C
5.0(
4
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Dave did an excellent job. I especially appreciated the fact that he came out and did the work himself rather than sending a crew. He did more than one follow up with me and his rates were extremely reasonable. I would highly recommend him to anybody that’s having issues and or would like installation of a heating and air system."
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+5

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for SoCal Climate Control & Mechanical, Inc.
SoCal Climate Control & Mechanical, Inc.
4.3(
550
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This HVAC company is honest and professional, definitely the one to hire. I had another company replace my A/C units last summer and level the furnace, but the system broke down after 6 months. There were several parts of the system that they failed to repair or even inform me about. Reese spent the time to give me a fair and accurate estimate, and even encouraged me to get other estimates before hiring them! Lance the installer came out to replace my old furnace and repair a few parts of the A/C system that had been slapped together, but he went above and beyond to expand my attic access, improve the drainage and bring the whole system up to code. The A/C and heating work great now, and my family and I feel safer knowing that Lance put in the extra time to carefully check everything."
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+178

Response time3 hrs
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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FAQs for furnace / forced air heating system install or replace projects in Santa Ynez, 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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