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Central a/c installers in Columbia

Avatar for J AND L HEATING & AIR, LLC
J AND L HEATING & AIR, LLC
4922 Port Royal Road Suite C1
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
J AND L HEATING & AIR, LLC
4922 Port Royal Road Suite C1
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 local quotes requested

J & L Heating and Air is a licensed HVAC Contractor in all cities that we service. We strive to provide the best customer service possible and value your referrals and reviews. Our trucks are clearly identifiable and come stocked, washed and finely tuned. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They do exceptional work!"

Homeowner on January 2018

J & L Heating and Air is a licensed HVAC Contractor in all cities that we service. We strive to provide the best customer service possible and value your referrals and reviews. Our trucks are clearly identifiable and come stocked, washed and finely tuned. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They do exceptional work!"

Homeowner on January 2018


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Big Bear Heating and Air TN
3895 Albert Matthews Rd
5.00(
5
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Big Bear Heating and Air TN
3895 Albert Matthews Rd
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
3 years of experience

Big Bear Heating and Air is a fresh startup company, with 17 years experience in the field. I take great pride in my experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. I promise to communicate and complete work professionally. I am known for my expertise in controls, and am willing to service and install most brands of equipment.

"The owner was professional, honest, reliable, trustworthy; he also gave me a good advice on my HVAC unit, saving me a lot of money on repairs."

Cathy P on December 2022

Big Bear Heating and Air is a fresh startup company, with 17 years experience in the field. I take great pride in my experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet your needs. I promise to communicate and complete work professionally. I am known for my expertise in controls, and am willing to service and install most brands of equipment.

"The owner was professional, honest, reliable, trustworthy; he also gave me a good advice on my HVAC unit, saving me a lot of money on repairs."

Cathy P on December 2022


Avatar for Maynard Select, LLC
Maynard Select, LLC
1818 State Street
4.46(
132
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Maynard Select, LLC
1818 State Street
4.46(
132
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
363 local quotes requested
87 years of experience

We have 85 years of industry experience and are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating, cooling and plumbing needs. Our company foundation is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in Central A/C, Water Purification systems in addition to a variety of HVAC and Plumbing-related projects 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Tom D on March 2025

We have 85 years of industry experience and are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating, cooling and plumbing needs. Our company foundation is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in Central A/C, Water Purification systems in addition to a variety of HVAC and Plumbing-related projects 24 hours a day/ 7 days a week. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Tom D on March 2025


Avatar for Varsity Zone HVAC of Franklin
Varsity Zone HVAC of Franklin
1126 Harpeth Industrial Ct, Ste 19
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Varsity Zone HVAC of Franklin
1126 Harpeth Industrial Ct, Ste 19
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
23 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Heating & Cooling Services That Win Guard Your Comfort with Varsity Zone HVAC Just like a star point guard is crucial for securing that championship win, a reliable heating and cooling system is key to maintaining comfort and victory in your home. At Varsity Zone HVAC, we want to be your HVAC All-Stars, ensuring you're a life-long fan of our services.

Heating & Cooling Services That Win Guard Your Comfort with Varsity Zone HVAC Just like a star point guard is crucial for securing that championship win, a reliable heating and cooling system is key to maintaining comfort and victory in your home. At Varsity Zone HVAC, we want to be your HVAC All-Stars, ensuring you're a life-long fan of our services.


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American Air Solution, LLC
3240 KNOB CREEK RD
4.94(
8
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American Air Solution, LLC
3240 KNOB CREEK RD
4.94(
8
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
21 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order 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.

"Great service, Nick made sure we got the best price. He was able to get our new HVAC installed same day. They not only came on time but came early. I highly recommend them, family owned!!"

Susan R on January 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order 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.

"Great service, Nick made sure we got the best price. He was able to get our new HVAC installed same day. They not only came on time but came early. I highly recommend them, family owned!!"

Susan R on January 2025


Green Mountain Landscaping
Based In
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Green Mountain Landscaping
Based In
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1019 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Luis and his team did a fantastic job cutting away bushes and clearing away years of overgrowth for a home in Oak Hills. It was so impressive one of the neighbors asked him immediately after to give him a quote for work he needed. If you ever need landscaping, I highly recommend Green Mountain anytime."

Tyrone T on November 2024

We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in landscaping services; 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! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!

"Luis and his team did a fantastic job cutting away bushes and clearing away years of overgrowth for a home in Oak Hills. It was so impressive one of the neighbors asked him immediately after to give him a quote for work he needed. If you ever need landscaping, I highly recommend Green Mountain anytime."

Tyrone T on November 2024


Avatar for Air Temp Heating & Cooling
Air Temp Heating & Cooling
1963 Nolensville Pike
4.73(
11
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Approved Pro
Air Temp Heating & Cooling
1963 Nolensville Pike
4.73(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
616 local quotes requested

A full service heating and cooling company. 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!

"The work was outstanding and customer service a 10 for 10. Air Temp H & C was easy to work with, professional, and did an amazing job. I cant imagine ever having anyone else work at our facility or trust anyone else to do such a wonderful job aa what was done."

Katy P on February 2023

A full service heating and cooling company. 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!

"The work was outstanding and customer service a 10 for 10. Air Temp H & C was easy to work with, professional, and did an amazing job. I cant imagine ever having anyone else work at our facility or trust anyone else to do such a wonderful job aa what was done."

Katy P on February 2023


Avatar for The Dan Company
The Dan Company
1148 Antioch Pike
4.67(
3
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Approved Pro
The Dan Company
1148 Antioch Pike
4.67(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1567 local quotes requested

The Dan Company is a fully-licensed general contracting and remodeling company. We have our own staff of project managers and field team who handles all of our site prep to make sure every project is treated with the highest standard of care. We take on projects of all sizes from smaller handyman projects and decks, screened porches, and patios to large-scale kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, whole home remodels, and home additions. We are ready to take on whatever project you have in mind to make your home exactly what you want it to be, at the level of quality and service you deserve. Building with integrity is our commitment to you.

"The task of contracting with a professional company is not an easy one. Our decision was The Dan Company. From the beginning, the time line, the project, the materials, the demolitions, the actual construction was flawless. The outcome of the project was far more then we could have ever expected. Professional Team leaders, quality workers, open to suggestions and better yet making solid suggestions for a great completion. You need not go anywhere else."

Wayne W on December 2024

The Dan Company is a fully-licensed general contracting and remodeling company. We have our own staff of project managers and field team who handles all of our site prep to make sure every project is treated with the highest standard of care. We take on projects of all sizes from smaller handyman projects and decks, screened porches, and patios to large-scale kitchen remodeling, bathroom remodeling, whole home remodels, and home additions. We are ready to take on whatever project you have in mind to make your home exactly what you want it to be, at the level of quality and service you deserve. Building with integrity is our commitment to you.

"The task of contracting with a professional company is not an easy one. Our decision was The Dan Company. From the beginning, the time line, the project, the materials, the demolitions, the actual construction was flawless. The outcome of the project was far more then we could have ever expected. Professional Team leaders, quality workers, open to suggestions and better yet making solid suggestions for a great completion. You need not go anywhere else."

Wayne W on December 2024


Avatar for First Class Plumbing & HVAC LLC
First Class Plumbing & HVAC LLC
2176 Loudenslager Dr
4.98(
59
)
Approved Pro
First Class Plumbing & HVAC LLC
2176 Loudenslager Dr
4.98(
59
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
771 local quotes requested

We provide First Class service at a quality price! For repairs, service and installation on all brands of Heating and Cooling systems. Installation of new tank or tankless water heaters. We run gas pipe too! Call us now at 615-504-8313 to schedule your appointment with Austin!

"He came and fixed the vibration that I hear when I operate the AC."

Domingo G on July 2021

We provide First Class service at a quality price! For repairs, service and installation on all brands of Heating and Cooling systems. Installation of new tank or tankless water heaters. We run gas pipe too! Call us now at 615-504-8313 to schedule your appointment with Austin!

"He came and fixed the vibration that I hear when I operate the AC."

Domingo G on July 2021


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Middle Tennessee Home Repair
626 Norene Road
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Middle Tennessee Home Repair
626 Norene Road
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Middle Tennessee Home Repair is your trusted handyman service located in Nashville, Tennessee. Our mission is to provide high-quality home repair and maintenance services that ensure your home remains functional and beautiful. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to customer satisfaction. With years of experience in the industry, our skilled team is equipped to handle a wide range of home improvement tasks, from minor repairs to larger renovation projects. We understand that every homeowner has unique needs and we strive to offer personalized solutions that fit your budget and timeline. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with our clients, ensuring that we are your go-to choice for home repairs and maintenance. At Middle Tennessee Home Repair, we believe that a well-maintained home is a happy home.

"Meticulous ,courteous, and very professional. Chad took pride in his work and made sure I was pleased with his results."

Deborah W on February 2025

Middle Tennessee Home Repair is your trusted handyman service located in Nashville, Tennessee. Our mission is to provide high-quality home repair and maintenance services that ensure your home remains functional and beautiful. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to customer satisfaction. With years of experience in the industry, our skilled team is equipped to handle a wide range of home improvement tasks, from minor repairs to larger renovation projects. We understand that every homeowner has unique needs and we strive to offer personalized solutions that fit your budget and timeline. Our goal is to build lasting relationships with our clients, ensuring that we are your go-to choice for home repairs and maintenance. At Middle Tennessee Home Repair, we believe that a well-maintained home is a happy home.

"Meticulous ,courteous, and very professional. Chad took pride in his work and made sure I was pleased with his results."

Deborah W on February 2025

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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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