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Avatar for Standard Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
Standard Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.8(
3,084
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1930

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We signed up for seasonal inspection and tune ups a couple of years ago. This year, it's really paying off, as our aging furnace and A/C have issues that, if left unaddressed, would have likely led to catastrophic failures. The service is top notch, the technicians are friendly, professional, and take the time to explain everything they find, what the options are, and what you should be aware of in the future. When the time comes to replace either A/C or furnace, Standard Heating and A/C will definitely be at the top of the list to give us an estimate."
Post Job Replacement
Before Installation
New A/C
New Furnace
Before Installation

+1

Response time1 day
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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HVAC Doctor LLC
4.9(
27
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service was perfectly great. He went above and beyond, he came and got the parts that was broken and went out to get it in stores, when he came back the tenant was not answering, he left and informed me, so i called the tenant and that's the time he came back and was allowed to work and he did an amazing job. he fixed the problem, he was polite. I highly recommend him for HVAC Services."
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+137

Response time2 days
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Comfort by Design
4.6(
77
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A great experience from a terrific team. After we were told by our (now past) HVAC company that we needed a new furnace, I called Design by Comfort for a second opinion. When I called their office, the woman I spoke to understood my situation immediately and had their team on my doorstep at 8:00 the next morning, on the dot as scheduled. Their service specialist took apart the furnace inspected it and showed me by video the heat exchanger that our original contractor told me was bad.
Based on his very thorough examination, we knew that the furnace did not need replacement.
Obviously, the first company did not tell us the truth about the condition of our furnace so as to sell us a new one even though it was not needed.
The Design by Comfort team was honest, professional, and highly responsive. They saved me thousands of dollars. When the time comes, and it always does, for us to get a new furnace, they will certainly get our business.
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Solar Panel Installation
Geothermal Efficiency
Replace Wood Burning Fireplaces with a Gas
Solar Panel Installation
Don’t let winter catch you unprepared. Ensure your furnace is ready with expert maintenance and repairs.

+11

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Aquarius Home Services
4.6(
260
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called them to fix my drinking water. The first time, it didn’t go so well but they came back the next day with a more experienced tech and with no excuses or extra cost, fixed the problem"
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Response time10 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Total Comfort Heating and Cooling
4.5(
443
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1956

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Experience the Total Comfort Difference, since 1956. We sell different. We service different.\n\nAs a certified Carrier dealer and a recipient of the 2024 President’s Award, you can "Turn to the experts" with Total Comfort proudly bringing Minneapolis-St. Paul expert heating and cooling solutions. From AC repair to furnace replacement, maintenance, and more, our skilled, award-winning team delivers quality, affordable HVAC services across the Twin Cities—from Brooklyn Park to Eden Prairie and everywhere in between!\n\nSince 1956, Total Comfort has been doing whatever it takes to ensure each customer is 100% satisfied with their heating and cooling service. As a locally owned, customer-focused company, our #1 goal is providing honest, quality work to our Minneapolis-St. Paul neighbors. Every job is performed with respect and courtesy, leaving you satisfied in a more comfortable home.\n

220 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Plugz Electric Co.
4.6(
20
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Plugz is your local electrical and HVAC company providing five-star service at an affordable price. Whether you're looking to upgrade your electrical panel, complete a whole-home rewire or, maybe you have an outlet that is giving you trouble, give Plugz Electric a call today. \n\nWe have financing options available to help you with larger repairs that you may not have planned for. Regardless of the situation, we're here for you, 24/7.

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Response time1 day
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Dean's Home Services
4.0(
35
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The serviceman Eric was absolutely wonderful. Our job was a little harder than normal and he stayed until he got the job done!! So very thankful and would use Dean's Home Services again!!"
Relocate Kitchen Drain
Leaky Water Heater Replaced With Tankless Water Heater
Upgraded Electrical Panel and Meter
Relocate Kitchen Drain
Leaky Water Heater Replaced With Tankless Water Heater

+79

Response time8 hrs
Response rate99%
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Plugz Electric
4.8(
12
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

We specialize in electrical services, repairs, installs, lighting, panel upgrades, ceiling fans, and more! 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 today! \n \n

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+8

Response time10 hrs
Response rate85%
37 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bold North Heating & Air, LLC
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Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Bold North Heating & Air is a Locally owned HVAC service company proudly serving homeowners in Big Lake and the surrounding areas. We specialize in furnace, air conditioners and fireplace service. To keep your home comfortable during any season. As a small Business we believe in treating customers the way neighbors should Be treated-with friendly service, honest advice, and fair pricing. Whether your furnace needs repair in the middle of winter or your ac needs service during the heat of the summer, you can count on Bold North Heating & Air for dependable, professional HVAC care.\n

New furnace
Furnace replacement
Dryer venting
Whole home dehumidifier
Whole home humidifier

+2

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Forest Lake, MN

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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