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Avatar for Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing
Ontime Service - Electrical, Heating & Cooling, & Plumbing
4.6(
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Serving Clay, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was extremely pleased with Ontime Service. I received an advance email letting me know who would be coming to my home, with a picture I believe, and Sam introduced himself upon arrival. I liked that I could schedule an exact time for service and Sam was on time. They have a fixed pricing structure, so you pay for service, not time. Sam was very thorough and careful to protect his work area, and even helped me move my table back in place, which was thoughtful. I would definitely use Ontime Service again for my electrical or plumbing needs."
Response time1 day
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Doyal Heating and Cooling
5.0(
40
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Serving Clay, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Serviceman was very knowledgeable and polite. Would definitely recommend to others."
New installations.
Mitsubishi Installation
Response time4 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Bama Air Systems Mechanical Contractors, Inc
4.9(
14
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Serving Clay, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The tech was very friendly and knowledgeable of his craft arrived on time and worked very fast and efficiently. The staff when you call to set up an appointment was very helpful and nice and listened to exactly what I needed met all my expectations and then some would recommend to anyone and everyone."
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Response time6 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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J&J Duct Solutions
5.0(
6
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Serving Clay, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were incredible to work with! So accommodating and respectful. I don?t know much about ac since my husband passed away and the helped every step of the way. From answering questions I didn?t know to recommending me what would work best in my area. I would recommend them to anyone who needs any HVAC services done! They really are the best. Thank you so much J+J DUCT SOLUTIONS."
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Plus One Heating and Air
3.9(
8
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Serving Clay, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"When I need HVAC work performed, I know I can trust him to give honest recommendations on whether to repair or replace it."
Heating and Air Conditioning Project
Response time11 hrs
Response rate96%
51 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Clay, AL 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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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Clay, AL

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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