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Top-Rated Central a/c installers in Oakland - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for DUKES HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
DUKES HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
4.8(
135
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great. They contacted me right away. It wasn't an emergency but Iti was cold, so they still came first thing on the first business day. The technician explained what he was doing and why the prior repair done by somebody else probably failed. The rate was reasonable. It's been a couple of days and it seems the furnace is working, so everything good so far."
Heat Pump Repairs & Installations
Central Air Cut-Ins
Electric Furnace Repairs & Installations
Response time1 day
Response rate100%
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Smart Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
Smart Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
5.0(
23
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had to have my 34 year old gas air conditioner replaced. I was very happy with the service I received . It was installed a few days later. I was very happy with the whole process. From Sam coming out to the installation. The guys were so nice and polite and professional. They cleaned everything up afterwards and Jesus was very patient with me setting it up and showing me how to use it. I am very happy with the whole experience. I would highly recommend them"
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+27

Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
Avatar for Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
722
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The cost to replace three natural gas wall heater was slightly less than Gree mini-splits heater cooler. The installers were courteous and professional. Delayed several days as the equipment haven’t arrived yet. Job cost as agreed, but took half day longer due to the complexity of installation. Results are excellent. The mini-split units works as specified. Will use Albert Nahman heating plumbing again in the future."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
Jim's Air Systems
4.5(
12
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I had been using another company and bought an A/C system from them and there were problems. Josh explained the previous company did not install it correctly. He identified and corrected the problems with the previous A/C installation and installed a new A/C system and gas furnace as well. He was very professional, easy to trust, and he did everything he said he was going to do and was on time. The price was reasonable and he is honest and has integrity!"
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tyndall HVAC Inc.
Tyndall HVAC Inc.
4.4(
23
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Peter did a great job installing two new furnaces at our house.  Install took a little longer than expected due to venting issues that were beyond his control.  Overall - he was in constant communication throughout the job and his crew was very professional.
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Peter Tyndall (Owner)
Our Trucks
New unit Installed
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+5

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Service KA
4.4(
26
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My experience with Jorge of Service King Air was exceptional! My central air conditioning unit was in need of repair and Jorge provided same day service. He was professional, knowledgeable, and thorough; able to quickly troubleshoot the problem and complete the repairs in a timely manner. I do not hesitate to recommend Jorge and Service King Air for the quality of his work, honest pricing and great service!"
Ac installation
Ac replacement
Yogasix
Yogasix
Yogasix

+8

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Art of Comfort
5.0(
5
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Oakland, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Warranties offered

At Art of Comfort, we believe every homeowner deserves a reliable, comfortable home — and a contractor they can trust. As a locally owned and operated company founded in Pleasanton in 2012, we've spent over a decade earning the confidence of Tri-Valley families through honest work and consistent results.\nWe're proud to be Diamond Certified, a distinction earned through rigorous quality verification and consistently high customer satisfaction scores.\nOur HVAC services include repair, installation, and maintenance for heating and cooling systems, as well as duct repair and replacement. Whether your system has broken down or you're ready for an upgrade, our experienced technicians are here to help.\nWe serve Pleasanton, Livermore, Dublin, Danville, San Ramon, Walnut Creek, Pleasant Hill, and the surrounding Tri-Valley area.

Cooling Tune-Up
Heat Pump & Custom Ducts
Heat Pump & Custom Ducts
Old Condensers
New Furnaces

+1

7 neighbors recently requested a quote
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