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Central a/c installers in Franklin Park

Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
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Approved Pro
Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020


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Horizon Services, Inc.
17 Roland Avenue
4.41(
1,333
)
Approved Pro
Horizon Services, Inc.
17 Roland Avenue
4.41(
1,333
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
34 local quotes requested
36 years of experience

Experience The Horizon Difference. On-Time Service. Up-Front Pricing. And The Job Done Right and Clean the First Time. GUARANTEED! Horizon Services is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.

"They were great"

SHAVONE A on September 2024

Experience The Horizon Difference. On-Time Service. Up-Front Pricing. And The Job Done Right and Clean the First Time. GUARANTEED! Horizon Services is the regions largest and most well respected plumbing, heating and air conditioning company, with nearly 600 employees serving tens of thousands of homeowners throughout Delaware, Southeastern Pennsylvania, Southern New Jersey, and Northeastern Maryland. After a quarter of a century in business, Horizons Services remains fully committed to setting the industry standard for customer service, installation, and focusing on things that are important to busy homeowners: respect for their time, their home and their property; up-front pricing, and an unconditional 100% money back guarantee.

"They were great"

SHAVONE A on September 2024


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Gold Medal Services, LLC
11 Cotters Lane
4.35(
311
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Approved Pro
Gold Medal Services, LLC
11 Cotters Lane
4.35(
311
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
38 local quotes requested
47 years of experience

Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"Good"

Jigar P on December 2023

Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"Good"

Jigar P on December 2023


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Wilder
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Wilder
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Im a local General Handymen who’s able to work in all inside and outside jobs from Plumbing all the way to Electrical jobs small or big, it would be a pleasure to help and work with you.

"Punctual, professional, and competent. My family and I feel like we found a handyman we can rely on! I highly recommend Wilder."

Stephanie G on December 2024

Im a local General Handymen who’s able to work in all inside and outside jobs from Plumbing all the way to Electrical jobs small or big, it would be a pleasure to help and work with you.

"Punctual, professional, and competent. My family and I feel like we found a handyman we can rely on! I highly recommend Wilder."

Stephanie G on December 2024


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LIV AIR
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
LIV AIR
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2878 local quotes requested

Air Conditioning and Heating Services - We're a team of experienced and qualified HVAC technicians dedicated to providing exceptional service, expert repairs, and top-notch installations for your Cooling and Heating systems.

"Liv Air was very professional and friendly! I would hire them again!"

Leticia P on November 2024

Air Conditioning and Heating Services - We're a team of experienced and qualified HVAC technicians dedicated to providing exceptional service, expert repairs, and top-notch installations for your Cooling and Heating systems.

"Liv Air was very professional and friendly! I would hire them again!"

Leticia P on November 2024


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Livi’s Services
411 Cynthia Ct
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Livi’s Services
411 Cynthia Ct
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

We specialize in mainly electrical work but also are very knowledgeable in many trades including, landscaping, gutter removal and basic construction. We will do our best to help you with anything you need while do honest work. We can also point you in the right direction with any other work you need completed that might be a reach for us. We are happy to help!

"Holden did an excellent job as usual. This is the 3rd time he has done a job at our place in the last 3 months- all very well done. He is always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that the job is well done. Highly recommend him"

Abhijit S on January 2025

We specialize in mainly electrical work but also are very knowledgeable in many trades including, landscaping, gutter removal and basic construction. We will do our best to help you with anything you need while do honest work. We can also point you in the right direction with any other work you need completed that might be a reach for us. We are happy to help!

"Holden did an excellent job as usual. This is the 3rd time he has done a job at our place in the last 3 months- all very well done. He is always willing to go the extra mile to make sure that the job is well done. Highly recommend him"

Abhijit S on January 2025


Mountain Landscape Contractors
PO Box 438
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Mountain Landscape Contractors
PO Box 438
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1630 local quotes requested

Since 1989 Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. has been servicing northern New Jersey with all encompassing commercial and residential landscape services. Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. offers a full complement of landscape services providing everything you need to improve and maintain your property with one professional relationship.

"We've been using Mountain Landscape Contractors for the past 6+ years and they have totally transformed our property. It went from a neglected and overgrown mess to a beautiful usable space for our family to grow and play in. We use them for basic maintenance and property upkeep but we've also used them for drainage, fencing, retaining wall work, water management, hardscaping, landscaping and so much more. We'd highly recommend them to anyone looking to take their property to the next level."

Ari H on October 2024

Since 1989 Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. has been servicing northern New Jersey with all encompassing commercial and residential landscape services. Mountain Landscape Contractors, Inc. offers a full complement of landscape services providing everything you need to improve and maintain your property with one professional relationship.

"We've been using Mountain Landscape Contractors for the past 6+ years and they have totally transformed our property. It went from a neglected and overgrown mess to a beautiful usable space for our family to grow and play in. We use them for basic maintenance and property upkeep but we've also used them for drainage, fencing, retaining wall work, water management, hardscaping, landscaping and so much more. We'd highly recommend them to anyone looking to take their property to the next level."

Ari H on October 2024


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Valairco
1013 Kennedy Blvd
4.74(
211
)
Approved Pro
Valairco
1013 Kennedy Blvd
4.74(
211
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
156 local quotes requested

50 YEARS STRONG! In 1968 Richard J. Valenti established Valairco with the assistance of his father Joseph R. Valenti. He continues to be active in marketing and as controller of the company. His nephew Kevin J. McHugh is the current owner and will continue to offer its customers VALUE and INTEGRITY in this FAMILY OWNED business. VALAIRCO has made it their mission to provide top quality, AFFORDABLE heating and cooling services in Somerset County. Whether you need heating or air conditioning maintenance, repair or replacement, water heater replacement or new indoor air quality system installation you can always depend on FREE ESTIMATES and work performed by HIGHLY TRAINED service technicians. Named Angie’s List super service award winner for the last 4 years. COMFORT PLUS WARRANTY: All heating and air conditioning installations come complete with their exclusive comfort plus warranty program. Besides the manufacturer’s warranty Valairco extends a full 5-year warranty covering all labor and material expenses and includes 1 heating and or cooling inspection per year for the full 5-year term. VALAIRCO CARES! HELP US GIVE BACK! Valairco is celebrating 50 years and wants to give back by donating $500 to a nonprofit or charity based on the desire of its customers, friends and interested parties. Valairco will be donating to four different charities or nonprofits approximately every three months during their 50th year celebration. Anyone can nominate a charity or nonprofit of their choice by going to www.valairco.com. Once you are on the site click onto Valairco Cares and submit your nomination. Voting will cease as of April 30, 2019 for the winner of the first donation. The results will be posted on their website and everyone who voted will get an email of the results and a thank you for helping their Valairco Cares program. For more information on our Valiarco Cares program: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-bIqGvig6Zhk4m03t-D6amlhrXnugEuC?usp=sharing

"They did a nice quick Job."

James C on February 2024

50 YEARS STRONG! In 1968 Richard J. Valenti established Valairco with the assistance of his father Joseph R. Valenti. He continues to be active in marketing and as controller of the company. His nephew Kevin J. McHugh is the current owner and will continue to offer its customers VALUE and INTEGRITY in this FAMILY OWNED business. VALAIRCO has made it their mission to provide top quality, AFFORDABLE heating and cooling services in Somerset County. Whether you need heating or air conditioning maintenance, repair or replacement, water heater replacement or new indoor air quality system installation you can always depend on FREE ESTIMATES and work performed by HIGHLY TRAINED service technicians. Named Angie’s List super service award winner for the last 4 years. COMFORT PLUS WARRANTY: All heating and air conditioning installations come complete with their exclusive comfort plus warranty program. Besides the manufacturer’s warranty Valairco extends a full 5-year warranty covering all labor and material expenses and includes 1 heating and or cooling inspection per year for the full 5-year term. VALAIRCO CARES! HELP US GIVE BACK! Valairco is celebrating 50 years and wants to give back by donating $500 to a nonprofit or charity based on the desire of its customers, friends and interested parties. Valairco will be donating to four different charities or nonprofits approximately every three months during their 50th year celebration. Anyone can nominate a charity or nonprofit of their choice by going to www.valairco.com. Once you are on the site click onto Valairco Cares and submit your nomination. Voting will cease as of April 30, 2019 for the winner of the first donation. The results will be posted on their website and everyone who voted will get an email of the results and a thank you for helping their Valairco Cares program. For more information on our Valiarco Cares program: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1-bIqGvig6Zhk4m03t-D6amlhrXnugEuC?usp=sharing

"They did a nice quick Job."

James C on February 2024


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Diamond Dogs
Avenel ,nj
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Diamond Dogs
Avenel ,nj
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

We have been in business for 6years but in the trade for 34 years. We are trained professional technicians that strive to please our customers we take no short cuts and do everything per building codes. We give you as many options we can to solve your solution. We do all types of carpentry,decks,upgrades and small repairs in plumbing,electric. We have a standard rate price book so that everyone pays the same amount for a job not to much.we are reliable,trustworthy,and courteous. Looking forward to serving you.

"I've used Diamond Dogs a few times. Vinny is very thorough and always does a great job!!"

Kimberly Y on December 2024

We have been in business for 6years but in the trade for 34 years. We are trained professional technicians that strive to please our customers we take no short cuts and do everything per building codes. We give you as many options we can to solve your solution. We do all types of carpentry,decks,upgrades and small repairs in plumbing,electric. We have a standard rate price book so that everyone pays the same amount for a job not to much.we are reliable,trustworthy,and courteous. Looking forward to serving you.

"I've used Diamond Dogs a few times. Vinny is very thorough and always does a great job!!"

Kimberly Y on December 2024


Mann's Heating & AC Inc
522 Smith St
4.70(
46
)
Approved Pro
Mann's Heating & AC Inc
522 Smith St
4.70(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
785 local quotes requested

When it comes to indoor comfort, you and your family deserve only the best. But you also want a quality heating and air conditioning system that provides value as well as comfort. This is where Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc comes in. We're proud of our years of service in Perth Amboy, providing residential and commercial customers alike with complete sales, service, and installation of high quality heating and air conditioning systems from Carrier. Our full service mechanical technicians are on the job quickly, thanks to our fleet of radio-dispatched trucks. And at Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc, we repair all makes and models. Be sure to ask your Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc representative about the availability of financing which can help you make your dream of year round comfort come true.

"From the estimate to the final installation you won’t find a more professional company. They installed a new carrier furnace and air conditioner and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them for any of your HVAC needs."

John Y on October 2022

When it comes to indoor comfort, you and your family deserve only the best. But you also want a quality heating and air conditioning system that provides value as well as comfort. This is where Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc comes in. We're proud of our years of service in Perth Amboy, providing residential and commercial customers alike with complete sales, service, and installation of high quality heating and air conditioning systems from Carrier. Our full service mechanical technicians are on the job quickly, thanks to our fleet of radio-dispatched trucks. And at Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc, we repair all makes and models. Be sure to ask your Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc representative about the availability of financing which can help you make your dream of year round comfort come true.

"From the estimate to the final installation you won’t find a more professional company. They installed a new carrier furnace and air conditioner and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them for any of your HVAC needs."

John Y on October 2022

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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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