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Central a/c installers in Carpinteria

Avatar for Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
1009 Oliver Street
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
1009 Oliver Street
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

With years of experience, Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning is committed to excellence in 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.

"This company was great! Very professional. The price they quoted was the price I paid, no hidden fees."

Herman S on December 2022

With years of experience, Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning is committed to excellence in 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.

"This company was great! Very professional. The price they quoted was the price I paid, no hidden fees."

Herman S on December 2022


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Premier Heating and Air LLC
370 2nd St
5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Premier Heating and Air LLC
370 2nd St
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Whether you need a maintenance check or an emergency repair on a heating or cooling unit, we are available to handle all of your heating, cooling, and ventilation needs. We strive to exceed your expectations by ensuring that each of our clients receives individualized service. We serve both residential and commercial clients and offer a variety of money-saving solutions. We combine our use of the highest quality parts and equipment, and our dedication to delivering exceptional service to provide you with top quality service. Warranty included with all services.

"Very responsive and performed well."

Philip M on March 2025

Whether you need a maintenance check or an emergency repair on a heating or cooling unit, we are available to handle all of your heating, cooling, and ventilation needs. We strive to exceed your expectations by ensuring that each of our clients receives individualized service. We serve both residential and commercial clients and offer a variety of money-saving solutions. We combine our use of the highest quality parts and equipment, and our dedication to delivering exceptional service to provide you with top quality service. Warranty included with all services.

"Very responsive and performed well."

Philip M on March 2025


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Ranch Hands Construction
141 E CA-246
4.97(
35
)
Approved Pro
Ranch Hands Construction
141 E CA-246
4.97(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
413 local quotes requested

Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."

Jill F on April 2022

Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."

Jill F on April 2022


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Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
183 Prado Rd
4.42(
67
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Approved Pro
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
183 Prado Rd
4.42(
67
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
571 local quotes requested
72 years of experience

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"Determined the existing line was ok."

John K on November 2024

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"Determined the existing line was ok."

John K on November 2024


Avatar for Roberto's Landscaping
Roberto's Landscaping
542 Xanadu Way
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Roberto's Landscaping
542 Xanadu Way
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
346 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"All well and very quickly I had my fountain working again. Should not have waited so long before calling Roberto's."

Nancy H on August 2024

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"All well and very quickly I had my fountain working again. Should not have waited so long before calling Roberto's."

Nancy H on August 2024


Avatar for Lenco Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
Lenco Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
11606 Exposition Blvd
4.62(
34
)
Approved Pro
Lenco Heating & Air Conditioning Inc.
11606 Exposition Blvd
4.62(
34
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
391 local quotes requested
54 years of experience

Other Los Angeles area HVAC companies may talk about their goals of 100% customer satisfaction, but Lenco Air Conditioning Service Inc. makes it a part of our every day practice. Lenco Air Conditioning Service Inc. offers Los Angeles customers the best air conditioning, heating, cooling and indoor air quality services around - you can count on that! Our experienced HVAC technicians and service reps understand that each customer situation is unique. Call today for the area's best! Some cooling systems are older models, and upgrading to new equipment will offer substantial savings on energy bills. If you have an air conditioner that is older just ask us for a FREE Estimate, and we will come out to inspect your setup and let you know what options would be perfect for your specific needs!

"Technican as very professional. Scheduling the appointment was easy and fast."

Robert B on July 2020

Other Los Angeles area HVAC companies may talk about their goals of 100% customer satisfaction, but Lenco Air Conditioning Service Inc. makes it a part of our every day practice. Lenco Air Conditioning Service Inc. offers Los Angeles customers the best air conditioning, heating, cooling and indoor air quality services around - you can count on that! Our experienced HVAC technicians and service reps understand that each customer situation is unique. Call today for the area's best! Some cooling systems are older models, and upgrading to new equipment will offer substantial savings on energy bills. If you have an air conditioner that is older just ask us for a FREE Estimate, and we will come out to inspect your setup and let you know what options would be perfect for your specific needs!

"Technican as very professional. Scheduling the appointment was easy and fast."

Robert B on July 2020


Avatar for MT's Handyman Service
MT's Handyman Service
258 Los Cabos Ln
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
MT's Handyman Service
258 Los Cabos Ln
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
658 local quotes requested

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great. Excellent"

Dave M on August 2024

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Great. Excellent"

Dave M on August 2024


Avatar for Marco Montes
Marco Montes
334 S. Westlake
4.63(
78
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Approved Pro
Marco Montes
334 S. Westlake
4.63(
78
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
2744 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

2 employees. Occasionally uses subs for hardwood floors. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. No extra charge for after hours service.

"Marco is amazing! He went above and beyond to make our home look amazing. He's a genuine guy and fixed things in my home that he noticed needed repairs. He didn't have to, but he did it out of the generosity of his heart. I would highly recommend Marco and will hire him every time I need a repair!"

Kel C on April 2023

2 employees. Occasionally uses subs for hardwood floors. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. No service charges. No extra charge for after hours service.

"Marco is amazing! He went above and beyond to make our home look amazing. He's a genuine guy and fixed things in my home that he noticed needed repairs. He didn't have to, but he did it out of the generosity of his heart. I would highly recommend Marco and will hire him every time I need a repair!"

Kel C on April 2023


Avatar for The Right Choice Heating & Air
The Right Choice Heating & Air
9421 Winnetka Ave
4.32(
150
)
Approved Pro
The Right Choice Heating & Air
9421 Winnetka Ave
4.32(
150
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
659 local quotes requested
12 years of experience

The Right Choice HVAC stands behind our quality installations. Over 10 years in business serving the community, veteran owned, Satisfaction Guaranteed, and workmanship guaranteed.

"From beginning to end, The Right Choice Heating and Air Conditioning Co. provided superior quality customer service and onsite work. From scheduling, to multiple follow-ups and reminders, re-confirming exact appointment time, and the post-inspection follow-up, they have truly impressed us. More importantly, Michael Taib, the technician who performed the work at our home, was indeed a true gentleman and professional. He was extremely knowledgeable and patient. I am familiar with the type of HVAC related work requirements, the lingo, and technician data. I quizzed him several times and he constantly responded with 100% honest and factual answers. He tirelessly worked on both of our HVAC units and performed the necessary services and repair. He was polite, courteous and clean. His most impressive talent was ensuring my wife's absolute confidence in his work after she grilled him with so many questions! We will continue to refer True Choice to all our friend and family! Call them; you will not be disappointed."

Frank N on March 2020

The Right Choice HVAC stands behind our quality installations. Over 10 years in business serving the community, veteran owned, Satisfaction Guaranteed, and workmanship guaranteed.

"From beginning to end, The Right Choice Heating and Air Conditioning Co. provided superior quality customer service and onsite work. From scheduling, to multiple follow-ups and reminders, re-confirming exact appointment time, and the post-inspection follow-up, they have truly impressed us. More importantly, Michael Taib, the technician who performed the work at our home, was indeed a true gentleman and professional. He was extremely knowledgeable and patient. I am familiar with the type of HVAC related work requirements, the lingo, and technician data. I quizzed him several times and he constantly responded with 100% honest and factual answers. He tirelessly worked on both of our HVAC units and performed the necessary services and repair. He was polite, courteous and clean. His most impressive talent was ensuring my wife's absolute confidence in his work after she grilled him with so many questions! We will continue to refer True Choice to all our friend and family! Call them; you will not be disappointed."

Frank N on March 2020


Avatar for Around The Clock Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
Around The Clock Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
7216 Varna Ave
4.54(
778
)
Approved Pro
Around The Clock Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
7216 Varna Ave
4.54(
778
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
693 local quotes requested
58 years of experience

Established in 1967, Around the Clock Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc. is a licensed, bonded, and insured Lennox Premier Dealer.. Over the last three decades we have grown into a full service Lennox dealership offering not only installation, but also service & repair, planned preventive maintenance, engineering, design & build installations and a host of other air management capabilities for a wide range of residential heating and air conditioning projects. Lennox Premier dealer. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. Additional phones - (818) 506-4400, (310) 274-5525 , (800) 434-9277 . Additional fax - (818) 989-7676. Additional DBAs - Around the Clock Heating A/C & Refrigeration, Around the Clock Refrigeration Service, Around The Clock Appliance Service, Around the Clock H V A C & Appliance Service.

"It was very fast service. He showed me how to change the filter which I had never done. It's hard to get to. He was very pleasant and the company very resonable."

Julie Z on September 2024

Established in 1967, Around the Clock Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc. is a licensed, bonded, and insured Lennox Premier Dealer.. Over the last three decades we have grown into a full service Lennox dealership offering not only installation, but also service & repair, planned preventive maintenance, engineering, design & build installations and a host of other air management capabilities for a wide range of residential heating and air conditioning projects. Lennox Premier dealer. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. Additional phones - (818) 506-4400, (310) 274-5525 , (800) 434-9277 . Additional fax - (818) 989-7676. Additional DBAs - Around the Clock Heating A/C & Refrigeration, Around the Clock Refrigeration Service, Around The Clock Appliance Service, Around the Clock H V A C & Appliance Service.

"It was very fast service. He showed me how to change the filter which I had never done. It's hard to get to. He was very pleasant and the company very resonable."

Julie Z on September 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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