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Central a/c installers in Basking Ridge

Avatar for Harmonair, LLC
Harmonair, LLC
3 Hanover Avenue
4.96(
24
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Harmonair, LLC
3 Hanover Avenue
4.96(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

Residential Heating and Air Conditioning Company servicing the State of New Jersey. Giving you the comfort you need with affordable repairs, installations and service to your heating and cooling system/s. Integrity is key in this company and we look foward to earning your business!

"Sincere, experienced in HVAC systems, good price, timely execution and good job"

Nick M on November 2023

Residential Heating and Air Conditioning Company servicing the State of New Jersey. Giving you the comfort you need with affordable repairs, installations and service to your heating and cooling system/s. Integrity is key in this company and we look foward to earning your business!

"Sincere, experienced in HVAC systems, good price, timely execution and good job"

Nick M on November 2023


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Ultimate Air, LLC
45 Lower Oak Grove Road
5.00(
18
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Ultimate Air, LLC
45 Lower Oak Grove Road
5.00(
18
)
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
24 years of experience

We're a well established small local business with over 20 years of unmatched honesty. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We never oversell to our customers. We find a solution to fit your financial needs and comfort with quality products and craftmanship. Ultimate Air LLC has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Ultimate Air LLC today and we'll be there in your time of need.

"Troy did An exceptional install highly recommend"

Dora A S on June 2022

We're a well established small local business with over 20 years of unmatched honesty. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We never oversell to our customers. We find a solution to fit your financial needs and comfort with quality products and craftmanship. Ultimate Air LLC has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Ultimate Air LLC today and we'll be there in your time of need.

"Troy did An exceptional install highly recommend"

Dora A S on June 2022


Superior Tech HVAC & R, Inc.
366 Mechanic Street
5.00(
2
)
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Superior Tech HVAC & R, Inc.
366 Mechanic Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

At Superior Tech HVAC and R, Inc., our services are unmatched amongst the rest. We specialize in all HVAC installations and repair the New Jersey area. Call today for a free estimate! We look forward to working with you.

"very professional and prompt"

Dean C on April 2016

At Superior Tech HVAC and R, Inc., our services are unmatched amongst the rest. We specialize in all HVAC installations and repair the New Jersey area. Call today for a free estimate! We look forward to working with you.

"very professional and prompt"

Dean C on April 2016


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MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
)
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MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
)
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"They did a good job replacing the 220v outlet to 120v. Good pricing too."

Maria Cecilia R on May 2024

is committed to excellence every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business

"They did a good job replacing the 220v outlet to 120v. Good pricing too."

Maria Cecilia R on May 2024


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SOS Work Services
35 Fadem Road
4.74(
118
)
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SOS Work Services
35 Fadem Road
4.74(
118
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

At SOS Work Services, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the customers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"SOS installed my gas boiler and did a great job and were on time and very clean. I would highly recommend this company for their realistic prices and ease of dealing with."

Paul B on January 2025

At SOS Work Services, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the customers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"SOS installed my gas boiler and did a great job and were on time and very clean. I would highly recommend this company for their realistic prices and ease of dealing with."

Paul B on January 2025


Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
)
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Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020


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Gold Medal Services, LLC
11 Cotters Lane
4.35(
311
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Gold Medal Services, LLC
11 Cotters Lane
4.35(
311
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
38 local quotes requested
47 years of experience

Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"Good"

Jigar P on December 2023

Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"Good"

Jigar P on December 2023


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Pipe Works Services, Inc.
33 River Road
4.22(
64
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Pipe Works Services, Inc.
33 River Road
4.22(
64
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!

"Timely and well done"

John B on December 2024

We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!

"Timely and well done"

John B on December 2024


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J R Finish Carpentry
22 Bunnvale Rd.
5.00(
13
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J R Finish Carpentry
22 Bunnvale Rd.
5.00(
13
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
150 local quotes requested

I specialize in cabinet refinishing and restoration and also do handyman work. A fresh coat of paint and even new doors and hardware can transform your kitchen without tearing out all the cabinets. I am a cabinet maker with 40 years experience in remodeling and interior finish work. This is an owner operated business and I do not use subcontractors. I will be the only one doing the work so I can assure the quality

"Jim was professional and courteous. He did quality work efficiently and timely. I would have Jim do more work at our house and highly recommend him."

Marty R on November 2024

I specialize in cabinet refinishing and restoration and also do handyman work. A fresh coat of paint and even new doors and hardware can transform your kitchen without tearing out all the cabinets. I am a cabinet maker with 40 years experience in remodeling and interior finish work. This is an owner operated business and I do not use subcontractors. I will be the only one doing the work so I can assure the quality

"Jim was professional and courteous. He did quality work efficiently and timely. I would have Jim do more work at our house and highly recommend him."

Marty R on November 2024


Mountain Landscape Contractors
PO Box 438
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Mountain Landscape Contractors
PO Box 438
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1623 local quotes requested

Since 1989 Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. has been servicing northern New Jersey with all encompassing commercial and residential landscape services. Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. offers a full complement of landscape services providing everything you need to improve and maintain your property with one professional relationship.

"We've been using Mountain Landscape Contractors for the past 6+ years and they have totally transformed our property. It went from a neglected and overgrown mess to a beautiful usable space for our family to grow and play in. We use them for basic maintenance and property upkeep but we've also used them for drainage, fencing, retaining wall work, water management, hardscaping, landscaping and so much more. We'd highly recommend them to anyone looking to take their property to the next level."

Ari H on October 2024

Since 1989 Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. has been servicing northern New Jersey with all encompassing commercial and residential landscape services. Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. offers a full complement of landscape services providing everything you need to improve and maintain your property with one professional relationship.

"We've been using Mountain Landscape Contractors for the past 6+ years and they have totally transformed our property. It went from a neglected and overgrown mess to a beautiful usable space for our family to grow and play in. We use them for basic maintenance and property upkeep but we've also used them for drainage, fencing, retaining wall work, water management, hardscaping, landscaping and so much more. We'd highly recommend them to anyone looking to take their property to the next level."

Ari H on October 2024

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Central a/c installations FAQs

If you’re replacing an old AC system with a new unit, you can usually clean and repair the old ductwork without having to conduct a full replacement. Cleaning HVAC ducts typically costs around $400, while repairs range from $200 to $1,000. In contrast, installing new ductwork can range from $1,000 to $5,000, making it far more costly than cleaning or fixing existing ducts. HVAC installation costs an average of $7,000 to replace a full system, so staying on top of maintenance and repairs is important.

AC cost efficiency depends on the size of your space and your long-term plans for your home. If you only need to cool a small area, a portable AC unit has a low upfront cost. Heat pumps are typically the most cost-effective option if you want to cool an entire home or improve the resale value. They provide strong cooling while being energy-efficient, which saves you money on your utility bills compared to most other AC types.

Installing a central AC unit typically takes four to eight hours if your home already has ductwork in place. However, if new ductwork needs to be installed, this can add another one to two days of labor to your project.

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