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Avatar for Premier Heating and Air LLC
Premier Heating and Air LLC
5.0(
16
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"When I first called Premier Heating and Air I knew that this was going to be the company I wanted to go with for my Central A/C install. Jonathon was very informative and came over the same day to give me a quote . I had talked to other companies and I didnâ t feel like the quality was going to match the price that they quoted, but with Premier I felt they were honest about what we needed and were ready to do what was necessary to get the job done. On the day of install , which only took two days to finish!, the Premier team showed up and weâ re ready to work. Everyone was polite and looked professional . The workmanship was top notch. And when it was all installed and time to fire it up , it worked flawlessly . All in all I would highly recommend Premier Heating and Air for any upcoming projects . My family and I can now live much more comfortably through the heatwaves we get here in the Santa Ynez Valley , thanks to Premier Heating and Air!!"
Response time1 day
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for SoCal Climate Control - Santa Barbara
SoCal Climate Control - Santa Barbara
4.2(
407
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have two central air and heating units on our roof. They checked each one for any needed repairs and tested the heating airflow in the house. They will come back when the weather turns hot to test the air conditioning."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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72 Mechanical Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
3
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

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
)
Central A/C - Service or Repair

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 time2 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Computer did the "gotta send info to Microsoft" but when tried to reboot it ran through automatic repair without success. I did all the alternative without any success. He came and picked up the hard drive on Tuesday and returned it on Saturday. Fortunately he was able to "restore" without any data loss. Very happy with outcome."
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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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Southland gave us the best quotes for our Heat/AC unit replace. They also told us about rebates from Los Angeles (other businesses we contacted did not mention this). Their crew were professional and worked hard. We especially appreciate the care of Nick and Elbert from Southland. The unit went up in a day and looks great (and works very well, too). We are grateful to Southland for the good experience and excellent customer service. Thank you!"
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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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Fleetwell Air Conditioning Heating & Plumbing
Fleetwell Air Conditioning Heating & Plumbing
4.8(
143
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Carpinteria, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I assisted my uncle in finding a HVAC repair company who could service his central air in his home. We got numerous quotes but decided on Fleetwell after the initial call. Super friendly and warm over the phone. We were able to get an appointment the next day (a rare find). The team came out on time, diagnosed the problem, provided a quote and was able to service the system all at once. It’s not the easiest thing to find a company that’s thorough and efficient, and won’t break the bank. Fleetwell is that company, highly recommended!"
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Response time5 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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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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