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Avatar for Global Green Solutions
Global Green Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had a great experience with their central AC repair service. The technician arrived on time, quickly diagnosed the issue, and had everything running smoothly in no time. Very professional, honest pricing, and excellent workmanship. Highly recommend!"
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+24

Response time3 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Premier Heating and Air LLC
5.0(
16
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Jonathan and his crew were very professional and a pleasure to do business with. They installed a new A/C unit at my daughter and son-in-laws home which works amazing! I hired them from Florida to do the install in California. After receiving 3 different quotes, their pricing was the best!! Jonathan was very honest and reliable and I would highly recommend Premier Heating & Air to everyone!"
Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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The Right Choice Heating & Air
4.3(
169
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't be happier, from their office staff to their technician. Professional and courteous service, 3 hour service window that they kept, and did not try to up sell any additional products or services. The tech even told me that my 10 year old heater looked brand new. Who does that? I'm coming back to them for all my future HAVC needs. These guys are the real deal..."
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+56

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SoCal Climate Control - Santa Barbara
4.2(
407
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have two central air and heating units on our roof. They checked each one for any needed repairs and tested the heating airflow in the house. They will come back when the weather turns hot to test the air conditioning."
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
11
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mike Alamillo was a wonderful person! I pestered him for prices and model numbers for HVAC equipment and he patiently supplied me with information. (I suggest that we customers do our research before we pester contractors. ;-)) He and his crew were very polite, very professional, and did an outstanding job. I'd recommend SW Heating & AC to anyone!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.4(
79
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was done quickly. The plumber installed a new garbage disposal, fixed the sink faucet issue another plumber said was unfixable, and repaired a toilet. He was polite, efficient and cleaned up after himself thoroughly."
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+14

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for J & J's Heating and Air Conditioning
J & J's Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
5
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hello, We specialize in Full service and install of Firepaces, Heating and Air Conditioning systems. We are a small local family business with plenty of time and dedication for each of our customers who we value, respect and appreciate so dearly. Thanks for visiting our profile, we hope to have the honor of servicing your Home Comfort Systems one day. Best, Jeremy Varela Owner and Operator

Samsung Heat Pumps
Samsung Heat Pumps
Response time30 mins
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ace Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
4.8(
7
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Serving Goleta, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I not only had an old furnace replaced but also had whole house air conditioning added. Very professional family business. Their estimate beat out two other HVAC businesses here in Lompoc⠦⠦ one of them by thousands of dollars. It paid to get three estimates. Daniel was easy to work with and honest. One of the other HVAC businesses in Lompoc is interested in selling you all kinds of stuff that increased his estimate by thousands of dollars. I highly recommend Ace Heating & AC."
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+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate85%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Goleta, CA

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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