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Avatar for Perry Heating & A/C
Perry Heating & A/C
5.0(
10
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Perry heat and AC showed up the next day and replaced our system in one day. All of his service hands were efficient and professional. Could not be happier with the system, work, and price. Thank you Mr. Perry for everything."
HVAC Repair
HVAC Repair
HVAC Repair
New HVAC install.
New HVAC install.

+3

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Nexgen Comfort Services
3.9(
8
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sept 24, 2025. Well, I have to say this duo team did such a professional job on the new hvac system. I could tell Omar and Eric had the experience and really cared about the proper installation and doing everything correctly. I would definitely recommend this duo team for any work needed on AC work or installation! Also, I would thank Nex Gen for working so well with our home warranty provider. For working with so well with our home warranty provider."
Response time7 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service, very fast response to my request for service, picked up laptop, diagnosed issues. Initially thought it was an OS update issue but the hard drive had failed along with other components (including 'CPU). Because other components were involved, a new solid state hard drive was put into a laptop with a working processor - same type CPU as in the failed unit. The laptop was repaired and returned in less than a week. This company picked up and dropped off the laptop (driving from Huntsville, AL (about 60-70 minutes)-- great service in this covid environment. I would recommend this company to my family./friends and will use again."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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East Texas Refrigeration Company, LLC
4.8(
27
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 1982

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Being new to East Texas, we were extremely fortunate to have found such a fantastic heating/air conditioning company to take care of home. They're knowledgeable, personable,punctual,affordable, and very upfront with every aspect of their services and/or repairs. We highly recommend ETR for all of your homes heating and air conditioning needs. They have continually exceeded our expectations and I'm positive that they'll exceed yours."
Trane AC
Daikin Comfort Pro
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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AIR NETWORK A/C & HEATING
5.0(
10
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had been experiencing uneven heating and cooling and high electrical bills for many years. My unit was also almost 20 yrs old and not working very well anymore. I did my homework and decided I wanted a Trane. I contacted several companies for estimates. Air Network as the only company who contacted me in the time frame promised as well as coming out to see what my needs really were. It turned out my duct work was done improperly by the previous owner resulting in my uneven cooling. Air Network answered all my questions honestly and gave me several bids on different brands and sizes before the day was done. I still insisted on the Trane which by brand names is not the least expensive but was still at a very good price. His crew showed up on time during a day where it rained all day. They put mats on my floors and began dismantling my system. Chris the owner drove 2 hours to north Austin to pick up the unit I requested since there were no local Trane outlets and then 2 hours back to Hallettsville. They worked so efficiently I actually fell asleep in my recliner while they worked. By the end of the day I was more comfortable in my home than at anytime since I bought it. His crew were neat and courteous and left my home cleaner than when they arrived. I was so impressed by Air Networks that I will not allow any other company to service my system in the future. There were no extra or hidden costs. The job was done for exactly what the estimate was. I HIGHLY recommend Air Network. This is the first 5 star rating I've ever given a business, but Air Network truly deserves it."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Osborn Air - Heating & Air Conditioning
5.0(
15
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Jason at Osborn Air helped us when we were in a serious bind due to another contractor’s errors. He came out quickly!!!, identified the problem, and corrected it for our home to be safe and functioning. You can tell he’s very knowledgeable on HVAC assembly and requirements. Their customer service is top notch too. We’ve now used them for servicing as well as repair, and every time I reach out, I get fast, friendly, and personal service. Osborn Air is our go-to for all of our heating and air needs in our home."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate97%
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Area Wide Services, Inc.
3.8(
112
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Serving Athens, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our first experience with James was on a Saturday when my HVAC unit stopped working. Travelling a very long distance, James arrived that evening and diagnosed the situation. By the following Tuesday, he had his licensed HVAC Technicians installing a new unit which still works great. This was many years ago. We have since used their services for other HVAC related work and find everyone in this company to be very knowledgeable, respectful, and always going above and beyond our expectations. Area Wide Services is who we recommend to others and they will always be our first call. Thank you James, Leslie and crew!"
American Standard Install
American Standard Install
American Standard Install
American Standard Install
Cool white bathroom with tropical feel

+8

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Athens, TX

Coils work to absorb heat into the refrigerant that flows through them, moving heat from one location to another. For air conditioning, the evaporator coil inside the air handler in your home absorbs heat. It then transfers the heat outside to the condenser coil, where it releases it. The opposite process happens for heat pumps. When the coils get dusty and dirty, it reduces how well these components work.

Skip regular cleanings, and dirt, debris, and mineral deposits will blanket your evaporator and condenser coils. When that happens, the coils can’t shed heat efficiently, so the system works harder and your energy bill climbs. Over time, overheating strains the compressor and can trigger a full breakdown—an avoidable repair that often costs far more than a simple annual cleaning.

AC coil cleaning is an investment that pays for itself in the benefits it provides. Dust‑caked coils force your AC to run longer, so you spend more on electricity and rack up extra wear. A quick professional cleaning restores efficiency, trims monthly bills, and eases strain on expensive parts. Over the long haul, that small yearly fee delays pricy repairs and stretches the unit’s lifespan, making coil cleaning one of the smartest HVAC tune‑ups you can schedule.

Watch for higher electric bills, rooms that stay warm no matter how low you set the thermostat, or an AC system that runs nonstop. Extra humidity and frost on the coils are also red flags. Catching these clues early lets you schedule a quick cleaning before the system overworks itself and triggers an expensive breakdown.

Your AC cleaning technician starts by shutting off the power to the unit and removing the faceplate. Compressed air and a vacuum hose blast away loose debris, followed by a coil-safe, no-rinse cleaner that dissolves stubborn grime. After the solution has soaked in, the professional wipes the fins, reassembles the housing, and restores power, leaving the system ready to cool at peak efficiency.

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