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Avatar for Global Green Solutions
Global Green Solutions
5.0(
248
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Whether repairing or installing, they delivered top-level service. The technicians were polite, experienced, and very attentive. My system?s efficiency has greatly increased. I wouldn?t hesitate to use them again."
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+24

Response time3 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Premier Heating and Air LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan and his crew were very professional and a pleasure to do business with. They installed a new A/C unit at my daughter and son-in-laws home which works amazing! I hired them from Florida to do the install in California. After receiving 3 different quotes, their pricing was the best!! Jonathan was very honest and reliable and I would highly recommend Premier Heating & Air to everyone!"
Response time1 day
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The Right Choice Heating & Air
4.3(
169
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My field technician Leath was prompt on time and highly professional. The services were conducted swiftly and Leath was very knowledgeable and gave me a honest assessment of my unit. He provided me with excellent options for continued service and gave me estimates on the cost of replacing the unit would be and what the trade offs of continuing service or replacing would be."
AC Pro Heat Pump Installation
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+56

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SoCal Climate Control - Santa Barbara
4.2(
407
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is the second time I used this company to replace a worn out central A/C unit and evaporator coil (we have two zones). On both occasions, they showed up on time and within a day or two of requesting service. The men who came out were professional, knowledgeable, courteous, and efficient. I am completely satisfied."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
11
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I talked to Michael and honesty was up front and that was important to me. The work got done in a timely manner and I now have heat in my home all thanks to Michael and his partner. I would like to add that they replace my furnace within 2 days and I appreciate them and would recommend them, which I already have"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
78
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Wighton's team did a very professional, thorough job. They were very prompt and courteous. They kept everything very clean. The units that they installed work beyond my expectations. I'm very please with the service I received, and would not hesitate to hire them again."
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%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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72 Mechanical Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
3
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"We recently had Central A/C installed throughout our home. We called up 72 Mechanical and they didnâ t disappoint. We were highly impressed with Alberto as he was very professional, knowledgeable about his craft, efficient, organized, tidy, honest and personable. Will definitely be hiring him in the future, and most definitely recommending to all."
2 ton wall unit
2 ton condensing unit
Ducted unit
Out door condenser
Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for J & J's Heating and Air Conditioning
J & J's Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
5
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hello, We specialize in Full service and install of Firepaces, Heating and Air Conditioning systems. We are a small local family business with plenty of time and dedication for each of our customers who we value, respect and appreciate so dearly. Thanks for visiting our profile, we hope to have the honor of servicing your Home Comfort Systems one day. Best, Jeremy Varela Owner and Operator

Samsung Heat Pumps
Samsung Heat Pumps
Response time30 mins
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mr. Ferrell first connected his computer to my computer via internet and worked for quite a few hours trying to determine what exactly was wrong. The next day he continued working from his computer for several hours. He determined he would have to have my desktop tower to complete the repair. He and my son met in Huntsville to exchange the tower. He then cleaned up a lot of what was wrong and reloaded Windows 10. He deleted the D: drive which had way too much memory allotted to it. The tower was returned and I plugged it all back together and it is working better than it did when I first purchased it. I would use him again and I recommend him highly to anyone needing computer updating and/or repair. His work is warrantied and he is very personable, knowledgeable, and helpful."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
159
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Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent diagnosis and prompt service and repair from Southland Heating & Air’s technician Albert Mendoza. Albert successfully resuscitated our LG mini-split inverter by identifying the problem with the unit which called for replacing worn-out sensors. Thanks Southland & Albert!"
This is the outdoor unit that offers 17 SEER Hyper efficiency and super quiet operation of 54db's compared to 80 plus on older units
notice the low profile, this is about 14 inch wide instead of the traditional 36 wide.
This replaces your old gas heater
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+37

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Carpinteria, CA

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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