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Avatar for Arctic Air Conditioning
Arctic Air Conditioning
4.8(
867
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Serving Dayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Kyle the service technician was excellent. He provided details of call along with issue discovered during service. He provided repair and tested system. There was issue that required a follow up appointment, which i’m waiting to schedule."
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+6

140 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Fontaine-Repair Heating A/C, LLC
Fontaine-Repair Heating A/C, LLC
4.7(
52
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Serving Dayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Initially I had my AC repaired due to a leak. They were upfront about it possibly not holding the Freon..But for a couple of hundred dollars, I wanted to try it over replacing the entire HVAC sysrem. Mine was 33 years old at that point. So the Freon lasted about a month and I said let's just try it one more time and they were willing to try although again they said it probably isn't going to last even with "stop leak" added. Well it lasted about 5 days. So, when I called them to have them install a new HVAC, they took the second service call and credited it to the new HVAC. I have had the new HVAC for about a month, with the Google Nest thermostat and I could not be happier. Tony, JD, Mike and the other guys are the best. Amazing, professional, honest, with a fair to low price. I honestly would have paid more based on other bids. I would say don't even bother with other bids, but that wouldn't he prudent. So, get other bids but go with these guys. I promise you you will not be disappointed. I could not have asked for a better experience!!!"
Cooling only AHU
Mini Split ODU
Dirty coil pre cleaning.
Dirty Coil Pre Cleaning
Condensing unit during cleaning

+2

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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LIV AIR
5.0(
14
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Serving Dayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Staff is very friendly and helpful and well-trained professionals. They serviced my appliances and solved my issues on the same day whereas other service companies would not. Liv Air is the best HVAC service provider and I highly recommend their services."
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Heating and Air Conditioning Project
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+46

5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Whitestone Heating and Cooling
Whitestone Heating and Cooling
4.9(
30
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Serving Dayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Exceptional Service very detailed about the work being done. Took his time to explain what was needed and why. Most of all came on time and fixed the problem not needing to return again. Was very open to suggestion on unit and pricing. This was my second company to compare pricing and the best. I will refer him to family/friends. Topped it off being very professional to say the least."
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+14

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Raynor Services- Electrical/HVAC/Generators/Solar
4.5(
157
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Serving Dayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Arrived on time for initial diagnostics. I have used this company in the past and as usual they are responsive and prompt. They diagnosed the problem then gave me several options to repair or replace. They did not push a replace option although that is the option I chose. The owner was the first technician to arrive and diagnose and he went above and beyond to get the new unit in and bring in a crew to install next day on a Saturday. Had my A/C up and running in 24 hrs. They answered all my questions and left the area cleaner than when they had arrived. This company is not the cheapest around but then who wants cheap when you can pay a fair price for excellent service. Highly recommend .
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Replacing an outdoor air conditioner with a high efficiency, consumer reported top rated American Standard unit.  Level, wired properly, and completed beyond code and required standards.  Thank goodness for a team that cares and loves what they do AND our customers.
Great technicians who have amazing skill and are just good humans too.

+6

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Rich's Heating & Sewer, Inc.
4.4(
746
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Serving Dayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service, excellent personnel, Great explanation of the job being done as well as answering all of my questions or concerns. Great plumber and plumbing job"
Response time2 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Spartan Home Pros
5.0(
21
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Serving Dayton, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

Spartan Home Pros is a licensed electrical contracting company serving Central New Jersey. We specialize in residential electrical services including panel upgrades, new circuit installation, EV charger installation, electrical repairs, and diagnostics. Our team of experienced electricians is committed to delivering reliable, professional service with clear communication and attention to detail. We proudly serve homeowners across Middlesex, Somerset, Union, and Monmouth counties, and we stand behind our work with a dedication to customer satisfaction.

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EV Charger Installation
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+14

118 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Dayton, NJ

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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