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Central a/c installers in Dana Point

John Keith Mattera
25280 Craig Avenue
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John Keith Mattera
25280 Craig Avenue
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20 years of experience

John Keith Mattera is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

John Keith Mattera is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 30 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!


Fountain Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
41765 Elm St Suite 201
5.00(
3
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Fountain Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
41765 Elm St Suite 201
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. 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.

"I would say this is the BEST SERVICE YOU CAN FIND for HVAC. I had an intermittently functioning heat system where we almost replaced the $300 Next thermostat and ran a 40 foot power wire through the walls, which would have cost quite a bit. Instead, a very capable man did the right testing and found we only needed a capacitor and he had one on his truck. He then spent another hour removing the dirty fan and cleaning the whole system with Shopvac and garden hose. We'd been breathing all this dusty air and did not know it. They came the day we called and everything was handled expertly after two weeks of problems with heat and incorrect solutions suggested. Highly recommended and I will save their number!"

PRESTON B on March 2024

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. 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.

"I would say this is the BEST SERVICE YOU CAN FIND for HVAC. I had an intermittently functioning heat system where we almost replaced the $300 Next thermostat and ran a 40 foot power wire through the walls, which would have cost quite a bit. Instead, a very capable man did the right testing and found we only needed a capacitor and he had one on his truck. He then spent another hour removing the dirty fan and cleaning the whole system with Shopvac and garden hose. We'd been breathing all this dusty air and did not know it. They came the day we called and everything was handled expertly after two weeks of problems with heat and incorrect solutions suggested. Highly recommended and I will save their number!"

PRESTON B on March 2024


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Capistrano Air Inc
25221 Grissom Road
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Capistrano Air Inc
25221 Grissom Road
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18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Capistrano Air is a locally owned & operated full service company specializing in repair, service, installation and energy saving maintenance on residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment in South Orange County, California. With 19 years of experience in the repair, service and installation of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment you can be sure of efficient and experienced solutions. All technicians are trained and EPA certified. Capistrano Air is a full service company specializing in heating, air conditioning and commercial refrigeration year round and that is all we do. Were you really going to call a plumber to work on your air conditioning?

Capistrano Air is a locally owned & operated full service company specializing in repair, service, installation and energy saving maintenance on residential and commercial heating, air conditioning and commercial refrigeration equipment in South Orange County, California. With 19 years of experience in the repair, service and installation of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration equipment you can be sure of efficient and experienced solutions. All technicians are trained and EPA certified. Capistrano Air is a full service company specializing in heating, air conditioning and commercial refrigeration year round and that is all we do. Were you really going to call a plumber to work on your air conditioning?


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Sean Patrick HVAC, Inc.
13236 Flagstaff Drive
5.00(
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Sean Patrick HVAC, Inc.
13236 Flagstaff Drive
5.00(
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Customers say: Quick response
100 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Welcome to Sean Patrick HVAC, Your Trusted HVAC Contractor Serving SOCAL, CA and Surrounding Areas. For over 10 years, we’ve provided exceptional HVAC repairs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning maintenance, furnace replacement, and indoor air quality services for residential and commercial customers. Our NATE-certified technicians have the experience and expertise to correctly diagnose and repair all makes and models of HVAC systems. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC repair service, so you’re never left in the cold or heat. As your local HVAC contractor, we provide: HVAC Repairs – Get your AC, furnace, or heat pump running again quickly with our skilled repair technicians HVAC Replacement – We replace old, inefficient HVAC systems with new top brand models properly sized for your home/business Air Conditioning Maintenance – Preventative maintenance maximizes the lifespan of your AC system Furnace Replacement – We replace broken furnaces with energy efficient new models

"spoke to Laura on a monday had my AC installed on thursday the technicians were on time and very professional.Sean answered all my questions and gave me a estimate right away.its good to know there are still contractors that take pride in there work I highly recomend SPH. "

David O on May 2025

Welcome to Sean Patrick HVAC, Your Trusted HVAC Contractor Serving SOCAL, CA and Surrounding Areas. For over 10 years, we’ve provided exceptional HVAC repairs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning maintenance, furnace replacement, and indoor air quality services for residential and commercial customers. Our NATE-certified technicians have the experience and expertise to correctly diagnose and repair all makes and models of HVAC systems. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC repair service, so you’re never left in the cold or heat. As your local HVAC contractor, we provide: HVAC Repairs – Get your AC, furnace, or heat pump running again quickly with our skilled repair technicians HVAC Replacement – We replace old, inefficient HVAC systems with new top brand models properly sized for your home/business Air Conditioning Maintenance – Preventative maintenance maximizes the lifespan of your AC system Furnace Replacement – We replace broken furnaces with energy efficient new models

"spoke to Laura on a monday had my AC installed on thursday the technicians were on time and very professional.Sean answered all my questions and gave me a estimate right away.its good to know there are still contractors that take pride in there work I highly recomend SPH. "

David O on May 2025


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Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical
1110 Morse St
5.00(
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Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical
1110 Morse St
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
791 local quotes requested

Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical is a full service home services company in San Diego that delivers exceptional heating and air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services to the community, and provides opportunities for employment and community building to Veterans. We are 100% Veteran owned.

"Steven, the owner, was very communicative, returning my calls even after business hours to make sure my questions were answered. When an issue arose he, himself arrived the next day to address the issue which was quickly resolved. Time and care was put into the work done."

Sonia B on March 2025

Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical is a full service home services company in San Diego that delivers exceptional heating and air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services to the community, and provides opportunities for employment and community building to Veterans. We are 100% Veteran owned.

"Steven, the owner, was very communicative, returning my calls even after business hours to make sure my questions were answered. When an issue arose he, himself arrived the next day to address the issue which was quickly resolved. Time and care was put into the work done."

Sonia B on March 2025


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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
110 Copperwood Way
4.48(
341
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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
110 Copperwood Way
4.48(
341
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1606 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

We are your local plumbing and hvac experts. We specialize in service and repair while offering a unique approach to your individual plumbing needs. We offer a free in home inspection and registration of all your plumbing fixtures as well as hvac systems to ensure a good working condition. We provide a no hassle repair for future services of these products. Call to set up your free in home consultation today!

"Your guys CJ & Andrew were awesome! They did such a nice clean looking job! Super professional and very informative. They walked me through setting up the app for the whole house water shut off valve they installed and now I get a reduced rate on my homeowners insurance. They also found that my water pressure reducing valve had failed and replaced that at the same time. Couldn’t be more happy with the job they did."

Erick K on April 2024

We are your local plumbing and hvac experts. We specialize in service and repair while offering a unique approach to your individual plumbing needs. We offer a free in home inspection and registration of all your plumbing fixtures as well as hvac systems to ensure a good working condition. We provide a no hassle repair for future services of these products. Call to set up your free in home consultation today!

"Your guys CJ & Andrew were awesome! They did such a nice clean looking job! Super professional and very informative. They walked me through setting up the app for the whole house water shut off valve they installed and now I get a reduced rate on my homeowners insurance. They also found that my water pressure reducing valve had failed and replaced that at the same time. Couldn’t be more happy with the job they did."

Erick K on April 2024


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Byron's Handymen Service
5.00(
2
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Byron's Handymen Service
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
2142 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It went perfect, He came to my house to look at what I needed to get done which was two front doors refinished . They did an excellent job, very friendly guys and I will hire them again for any other work that I need to get done in my house."

Jose M on November 2024

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"It went perfect, He came to my house to look at what I needed to get done which was two front doors refinished . They did an excellent job, very friendly guys and I will hire them again for any other work that I need to get done in my house."

Jose M on November 2024


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Morales Handyman Services
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Morales Handyman Services
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20 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

They should go with me because I'm honest Give clients options that are for their best convenience. Do the work structurally correct based on city construction codes Take care of customers belongings Always cover area where im working and clean after I'm done for the day

They should go with me because I'm honest Give clients options that are for their best convenience. Do the work structurally correct based on city construction codes Take care of customers belongings Always cover area where im working and clean after I'm done for the day


MR. HANDYFIXIT
Natal Road
4.97(
32
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Approved Pro
MR. HANDYFIXIT
Natal Road
4.97(
32
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
462 local quotes requested

Looking for a reliable handyman in Los Angeles? Look no further! MR. HANDYFIXIT is your go-to expert for all your handyman needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we're your friendly neighborhood handyman you can trust. Contact us today!

"LOOK NO FURTHER. This is the handyman company you want to hire. You will experience clarity of communication, high integrity, sensitivity to your needs, and quality of workmanship. Clint and Thalia do business is a refreshing and pleasant way that will leave you as certain about them as we are - hands down best handyman we’ve ever had."

Edward K on November 2022

Looking for a reliable handyman in Los Angeles? Look no further! MR. HANDYFIXIT is your go-to expert for all your handyman needs. With our exceptional service and attention to detail, we're your friendly neighborhood handyman you can trust. Contact us today!

"LOOK NO FURTHER. This is the handyman company you want to hire. You will experience clarity of communication, high integrity, sensitivity to your needs, and quality of workmanship. Clint and Thalia do business is a refreshing and pleasant way that will leave you as certain about them as we are - hands down best handyman we’ve ever had."

Edward K on November 2022


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Optimal Handyman
5.00(
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Optimal Handyman
5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
663 local quotes requested

From wall repairs touch up, detail painting, wood repairs, refurbishing furniture or just tightening up a simple door knob. Just ask and I'd be more then happy to be of help with anything you need.

"Paul did a great job for us. He was on time, on budget, focused, knowledgeable and the project moved at the very good pace. Highly recommended."

R C on January 2025

From wall repairs touch up, detail painting, wood repairs, refurbishing furniture or just tightening up a simple door knob. Just ask and I'd be more then happy to be of help with anything you need.

"Paul did a great job for us. He was on time, on budget, focused, knowledgeable and the project moved at the very good pace. Highly recommended."

R C on January 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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