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Central a/c installers in Ocean View

Avatar for Shore2shore heating and cooling
Shore2shore heating and cooling
22288 Reynolds Pond Rd.
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Shore2shore heating and cooling
22288 Reynolds Pond Rd.
5.00(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
17 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We install HVAC equipment at an affordable price offering great service and quality work. Additionally, we take on service calls and system diagnostics. Our company takes pride in the work we perform and you can be assured it will get done the right way!

"A pleasure to work with very accommodating and thorough, no high-pressure sales tactics. I will definitely be using them again!"

Brian C on May 2025

We install HVAC equipment at an affordable price offering great service and quality work. Additionally, we take on service calls and system diagnostics. Our company takes pride in the work we perform and you can be assured it will get done the right way!

"A pleasure to work with very accommodating and thorough, no high-pressure sales tactics. I will definitely be using them again!"

Brian C on May 2025


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Armstrong HVAC
1897 Slaughter Station Rd
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Armstrong HVAC
1897 Slaughter Station Rd
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
10 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Armstrong HVAC LLC is a family owned HVAC business with more than twenty years of experience with residential and commercial HVAC. We are confident that our knowledge and experience can answer any HVAC questions you have and provide a solution that works for you. As a small business we have the ability to pay close attention to detail and provide excellent results for our customers.

"Very professional and very knowledgeable. Explained everything from the type of problems and the options to fix it. He sent pictures and videos to explain everything. He even found dangerous issues that two other contractors missed. I trust him and will use him for all my HVAC needs in the future."

Brian G on February 2025

Armstrong HVAC LLC is a family owned HVAC business with more than twenty years of experience with residential and commercial HVAC. We are confident that our knowledge and experience can answer any HVAC questions you have and provide a solution that works for you. As a small business we have the ability to pay close attention to detail and provide excellent results for our customers.

"Very professional and very knowledgeable. Explained everything from the type of problems and the options to fix it. He sent pictures and videos to explain everything. He even found dangerous issues that two other contractors missed. I trust him and will use him for all my HVAC needs in the future."

Brian G on February 2025


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Perfect Degree
8798 New Hope Rd
4.84(
56
)
Approved Pro
Perfect Degree
8798 New Hope Rd
4.84(
56
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
11 years of experience

Perfect Degree, is your trusted source for all of your HVAC projects! We base our business on honestly, reliability and top notch customer service. We pride ourselves on helping customers achieve solutions that are most important to them. We offer a wide range of solutions and pricing options that work best for our customers and within their budgets. Installation cost are expensive and over 90% of equipment failures come from improper applications and Installation errors. We not only offer solutions. We offer quality installations that exceed Industry and Manufacturer Standards to insure you will have a system that is reliable and will maximize its full life expectancy. We look forward to being the Service Company of your Choice!

"did well"

Aileen F on July 2020

Perfect Degree, is your trusted source for all of your HVAC projects! We base our business on honestly, reliability and top notch customer service. We pride ourselves on helping customers achieve solutions that are most important to them. We offer a wide range of solutions and pricing options that work best for our customers and within their budgets. Installation cost are expensive and over 90% of equipment failures come from improper applications and Installation errors. We not only offer solutions. We offer quality installations that exceed Industry and Manufacturer Standards to insure you will have a system that is reliable and will maximize its full life expectancy. We look forward to being the Service Company of your Choice!

"did well"

Aileen F on July 2020


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De Leon Landscaping
Based In
4.75(
4
)
Approved Pro
De Leon Landscaping
Based In
4.75(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
323 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, 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 a free estimate today!

"He is a very professional person and knows about the irrigation system. He checked all the heads and checked the programming for the automated system. Will surely hire him for our next job"

Krishna G on May 2025

We specialize in all phases of landscaping, hardscaping, 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 a free estimate today!

"He is a very professional person and knows about the irrigation system. He checked all the heads and checked the programming for the automated system. Will surely hire him for our next job"

Krishna G on May 2025


F.H. Furr Georgetown
22965 Lewes Georgetown Hwy
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
F.H. Furr Georgetown
22965 Lewes Georgetown Hwy
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
414 local quotes requested

Three qualities all of our people have that make us Northern Virginia, D.C. & Maryland’s #1 Home Service Provider. That’s the F.H. Furr Difference. F.H. Furr is D.C., Maryland & Northern Virginia’s premier plumber, HVAC contractor and electrician. F.H. Furr is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and has consistently been voted Best of Prince William County for HVAC, Plumbing and electrical.

Three qualities all of our people have that make us Northern Virginia, D.C. & Maryland’s #1 Home Service Provider. That’s the F.H. Furr Difference. F.H. Furr is D.C., Maryland & Northern Virginia’s premier plumber, HVAC contractor and electrician. F.H. Furr is A+ rated by the Better Business Bureau and has consistently been voted Best of Prince William County for HVAC, Plumbing and electrical.


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Horizon Services
320 CENTURY BLVD
4.37(
97
)
Approved Pro
Horizon Services
320 CENTURY BLVD
4.37(
97
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
974 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

When you need AC heating or plumbing services, look no further than Horizon Services. For nearly 30 years, we’ve been the trusted name in plumbing heating, and air conditioning, offering an unmatched level of service at reasonable rates.

"This year it has been several heat waves and in early May 2022, our HVAC (Heating and Cooling system) finally died. Granted, our late mother purchased this equipment in 1999 so my family knew it would eventually die. We just did not intend it to die during several boughs of bad heat waves. By the memorial weekend, we knew we could not postpone the inevitable and began looking for a company that would install at the earliest availability. We received several estimates but we were told that their availability was closed until the end of June. The only one that had an immediate installation date was Horizon Services. We were ignorant and naive to believe that this company had our best intentions. We rushed our research and did not check Better Business Bureau. If we had, we would have realized that Horizon Services was bad news and a company that needed to be avoided at all costs. Their motto was ‘Experience the Horizon Difference’ but unfortunately, this experience was indeed a different experience I cannot say it has been positive but it is indeed a memorable nightmare. During Memorial Day weekend, we had an appointment with Horizon Services’ Tony Gonzalez, the Comfort Specialist Manager, to evaluate our house to ascertain what our needs and concerns were. This whole process took half an hour to an hour to determine what is needed. We signed the contract and Tony scheduled our installation date for June 8. Despite the amount of $26,025 for the unit, we were ecstatic since we would no longer suffer from the heat wave and would have heat during the cold winter nights. Our family selected the allergy-sensitive unit because of our sensitivity to allergies. My younger sister often brings our half-sister’s dog, Sam who is fourteen years old, from Rhode Island where she works and I have two domesticated rabbits that also reside with me. Neither one of these animals was not permitted to be in excess heat or they will die from breathing issues. My sister is also Type 1 Diabetic and I have severe allergies that can resemble asthmatic symptoms when my allergies are at their worst. The day of the installation came and I met Horizon Services’ Steven Gibbs and John, who would be installing the brand new heating and cooling system. It took them two days to install since they had to wait for the chimney company to check our chimney before installing the liner. It seemed that it was all good to be true. Both Steve and John answered my concerns and showed me how to use the system. While John was showing me the system, I set the thermostat and informed him that I would not be changing the temperature until wintertime since I was incredibly nervous regarding this expensive system. We had a ten-year warranty but we knew that if something would to go wrong we would void our contracts and would be liable for any further requirements this new system would need. So this in mind, I decided to play it safe and did not want to do anything that might damage the system. Before leaving, Steve and John advised me that my air ducts and venting should be cleaned but unfortunately, Horizon Services did not perform these services and had to seek out other companies. I thanked the two gentlemen as they left and began researching for Air Duct and Venting company. I was not able to schedule an appointment until two weeks later but I was informed by both Steve and John that this would help circulate and navigate the cooling of the house. Unfortunately, this was not the case. While the downstairs of the house was 72 degrees, the upstairs was ten degrees higher. My family and I were completely confused since not only did we finance this system for $26,025 but we did what was suggested to us, which was to clean our Air Ducts and Venting system. We began calling Horizon Services and asking the company to come to check out our new units because, for the price we are financing, we believe the whole house should be cool not just partial. Each time a new Horizon Services technician came, we were told one thing after another. Based on my observation the technicians did not have ample knowledge and this information was confirmed by Chris Risi, Operations Manager for Horizon Services, and my private electrician. Not only were the technicians unknowledgeable, but they were also rushing each visit. Each one insisted on leaving after arriving fifteen to thirty minutes earlier. They seemed to be constantly guessing what the issue was rather than opening the newly installed unit to determine if there was a faulty part that caused the system to malfunction. These questions made me wonder if this might have been the reason why the problem with my unit was not resolved sooner since they were rushing jobs and they refused to open the unit. Our family had hired a private electrician to update the sockets of the house and basement lighting. On July 21, we noticed that the whole heating and cooling system was no longer working and we were baffled as to what was going on. We knew that the electrician did not touch the new system and was confused as to what was going on. The electrician advised us to contact Horizon Services to determine what was going on because it was once again a heat wave. On July 22, Jermaine from Horizon Services came and he inquired as to the top section on the vents that were adjacent to the unit since it was related to how the unit was malfunctioning. I informed him there was an electrician that came out but the electrician did not touch the new unit. He waited fifteen to thirty minutes for our private electrician to come but bolted before our electrician came. Before he left, Jermaine provided us with a bill for over $90.00. I was confused since there was a warranty on the unit and I was told that it would be ten years. Nonetheless, I was charged a service charge for that amount. After our electrician arrived, I tried to obtain a new Horizon Services technician but the next available one was the following day. The company also informed me that they would be sending a Senior Warranty Technician to evaluate our unit. The following day, Horizon Services sent Robert Rivera, a Senior Warranty Technician to our residence. Immediately, the man did not want to be there and his personality was irritable and unwilling to stay. He reiterated what Jermaine stated the other day and I immediately called our electrician before they could further blame him for any wrongdoing caused on Horizon’s part. After our electrician came, it was discovered that the installation techs, Steve and John, did not install the system in the right breaker. On the circuit breaker, the unit was labeled under thirteen and the dishwasher under fifteen but in actuality, the heating and cooling unit were under fifteen instead. Also, our electrician also discovered that one of the breakers was broken and had to be replaced by him the week before but we knew that it was damaged by Horizon Services since they were the only ones to come prior to our electrician. Our family began to wonder what else could have been incorrectly installed or rewired by this company. Our electrician informed us that Robert Rivera did not want to be there and that he was whining and complaining that he had to be there. Secondly, our electrician also informed me that he had to explain what a neutral was and how to check the electrical power. We are confused when the electrician informed us of this information since not only was he a Senior Warranty Technician but he was supposedly trained by Horizon Services and to our knowledge, should have certification and ample training to install and diagnose each problem their system had. If these could not even differentiate between wiring then what business did they have installed this system and could it be related to our furnace being completely broken? After the electrician left, we were informed that the furnace had burned and it was the smell that was omitted on Thursday night. It was only at this moment that Robert Rivera opened the unit to peruse the system and it was revealed that the whole system needed to be replaced. This was completely different from what the"

Millgrace U on October 2022

When you need AC heating or plumbing services, look no further than Horizon Services. For nearly 30 years, we’ve been the trusted name in plumbing heating, and air conditioning, offering an unmatched level of service at reasonable rates.

"This year it has been several heat waves and in early May 2022, our HVAC (Heating and Cooling system) finally died. Granted, our late mother purchased this equipment in 1999 so my family knew it would eventually die. We just did not intend it to die during several boughs of bad heat waves. By the memorial weekend, we knew we could not postpone the inevitable and began looking for a company that would install at the earliest availability. We received several estimates but we were told that their availability was closed until the end of June. The only one that had an immediate installation date was Horizon Services. We were ignorant and naive to believe that this company had our best intentions. We rushed our research and did not check Better Business Bureau. If we had, we would have realized that Horizon Services was bad news and a company that needed to be avoided at all costs. Their motto was ‘Experience the Horizon Difference’ but unfortunately, this experience was indeed a different experience I cannot say it has been positive but it is indeed a memorable nightmare. During Memorial Day weekend, we had an appointment with Horizon Services’ Tony Gonzalez, the Comfort Specialist Manager, to evaluate our house to ascertain what our needs and concerns were. This whole process took half an hour to an hour to determine what is needed. We signed the contract and Tony scheduled our installation date for June 8. Despite the amount of $26,025 for the unit, we were ecstatic since we would no longer suffer from the heat wave and would have heat during the cold winter nights. Our family selected the allergy-sensitive unit because of our sensitivity to allergies. My younger sister often brings our half-sister’s dog, Sam who is fourteen years old, from Rhode Island where she works and I have two domesticated rabbits that also reside with me. Neither one of these animals was not permitted to be in excess heat or they will die from breathing issues. My sister is also Type 1 Diabetic and I have severe allergies that can resemble asthmatic symptoms when my allergies are at their worst. The day of the installation came and I met Horizon Services’ Steven Gibbs and John, who would be installing the brand new heating and cooling system. It took them two days to install since they had to wait for the chimney company to check our chimney before installing the liner. It seemed that it was all good to be true. Both Steve and John answered my concerns and showed me how to use the system. While John was showing me the system, I set the thermostat and informed him that I would not be changing the temperature until wintertime since I was incredibly nervous regarding this expensive system. We had a ten-year warranty but we knew that if something would to go wrong we would void our contracts and would be liable for any further requirements this new system would need. So this in mind, I decided to play it safe and did not want to do anything that might damage the system. Before leaving, Steve and John advised me that my air ducts and venting should be cleaned but unfortunately, Horizon Services did not perform these services and had to seek out other companies. I thanked the two gentlemen as they left and began researching for Air Duct and Venting company. I was not able to schedule an appointment until two weeks later but I was informed by both Steve and John that this would help circulate and navigate the cooling of the house. Unfortunately, this was not the case. While the downstairs of the house was 72 degrees, the upstairs was ten degrees higher. My family and I were completely confused since not only did we finance this system for $26,025 but we did what was suggested to us, which was to clean our Air Ducts and Venting system. We began calling Horizon Services and asking the company to come to check out our new units because, for the price we are financing, we believe the whole house should be cool not just partial. Each time a new Horizon Services technician came, we were told one thing after another. Based on my observation the technicians did not have ample knowledge and this information was confirmed by Chris Risi, Operations Manager for Horizon Services, and my private electrician. Not only were the technicians unknowledgeable, but they were also rushing each visit. Each one insisted on leaving after arriving fifteen to thirty minutes earlier. They seemed to be constantly guessing what the issue was rather than opening the newly installed unit to determine if there was a faulty part that caused the system to malfunction. These questions made me wonder if this might have been the reason why the problem with my unit was not resolved sooner since they were rushing jobs and they refused to open the unit. Our family had hired a private electrician to update the sockets of the house and basement lighting. On July 21, we noticed that the whole heating and cooling system was no longer working and we were baffled as to what was going on. We knew that the electrician did not touch the new system and was confused as to what was going on. The electrician advised us to contact Horizon Services to determine what was going on because it was once again a heat wave. On July 22, Jermaine from Horizon Services came and he inquired as to the top section on the vents that were adjacent to the unit since it was related to how the unit was malfunctioning. I informed him there was an electrician that came out but the electrician did not touch the new unit. He waited fifteen to thirty minutes for our private electrician to come but bolted before our electrician came. Before he left, Jermaine provided us with a bill for over $90.00. I was confused since there was a warranty on the unit and I was told that it would be ten years. Nonetheless, I was charged a service charge for that amount. After our electrician arrived, I tried to obtain a new Horizon Services technician but the next available one was the following day. The company also informed me that they would be sending a Senior Warranty Technician to evaluate our unit. The following day, Horizon Services sent Robert Rivera, a Senior Warranty Technician to our residence. Immediately, the man did not want to be there and his personality was irritable and unwilling to stay. He reiterated what Jermaine stated the other day and I immediately called our electrician before they could further blame him for any wrongdoing caused on Horizon’s part. After our electrician came, it was discovered that the installation techs, Steve and John, did not install the system in the right breaker. On the circuit breaker, the unit was labeled under thirteen and the dishwasher under fifteen but in actuality, the heating and cooling unit were under fifteen instead. Also, our electrician also discovered that one of the breakers was broken and had to be replaced by him the week before but we knew that it was damaged by Horizon Services since they were the only ones to come prior to our electrician. Our family began to wonder what else could have been incorrectly installed or rewired by this company. Our electrician informed us that Robert Rivera did not want to be there and that he was whining and complaining that he had to be there. Secondly, our electrician also informed me that he had to explain what a neutral was and how to check the electrical power. We are confused when the electrician informed us of this information since not only was he a Senior Warranty Technician but he was supposedly trained by Horizon Services and to our knowledge, should have certification and ample training to install and diagnose each problem their system had. If these could not even differentiate between wiring then what business did they have installed this system and could it be related to our furnace being completely broken? After the electrician left, we were informed that the furnace had burned and it was the smell that was omitted on Thursday night. It was only at this moment that Robert Rivera opened the unit to peruse the system and it was revealed that the whole system needed to be replaced. This was completely different from what the"

Millgrace U on October 2022


Avatar for Alltemp Air Inc
Alltemp Air Inc
21171 John J Williams Hwy
4.89(
27
)
Approved Pro
Alltemp Air Inc
21171 John J Williams Hwy
4.89(
27
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
144 local quotes requested

Alltemp Air Inc is your trusted partner for all your heating and cooling needs in Delaware. With our expertise and dedication, we ensure top-notch solutions for your comfort. As an additional DBA of American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning, we bring you the highest quality products and services. Contact us today for a seamless home experience.

"The technician came on a routine visit to find out that the unit was operating faulty (we had noticed strange noises and limited AC). George the owner came and educated us about alternatives for a replacement unit. We decided on an American Standard gold series. Installation was planned for the following week; technicians came on time with prior phone call, did clean work (maybe 5 hours) and left the workplace clean. Unit works perfectly! 10 yrs guarantee on parts."

Coco T on July 2021

Alltemp Air Inc is your trusted partner for all your heating and cooling needs in Delaware. With our expertise and dedication, we ensure top-notch solutions for your comfort. As an additional DBA of American Standard Heating & Air Conditioning, we bring you the highest quality products and services. Contact us today for a seamless home experience.

"The technician came on a routine visit to find out that the unit was operating faulty (we had noticed strange noises and limited AC). George the owner came and educated us about alternatives for a replacement unit. We decided on an American Standard gold series. Installation was planned for the following week; technicians came on time with prior phone call, did clean work (maybe 5 hours) and left the workplace clean. Unit works perfectly! 10 yrs guarantee on parts."

Coco T on July 2021


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Custom Construction and Solutions LLC
1654 Blairs Pond Rd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Custom Construction and Solutions LLC
1654 Blairs Pond Rd
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
416 local quotes requested

15+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"They arrived on time and completed everything by midafternoon. The paint job and cleanup was impeccable. They provided an excellent solution to a persistent security issue. Well done."

DAVID L on May 2025

15+ years of experience! Our mission is to be a provider that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business, we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!

"They arrived on time and completed everything by midafternoon. The paint job and cleanup was impeccable. They provided an excellent solution to a persistent security issue. Well done."

DAVID L on May 2025


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F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
8560 Cinder Bed Rd
4.68(
580
)
Approved Pro
F.H. Furr Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical
8560 Cinder Bed Rd
4.68(
580
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
938 local quotes requested

F.H. Furr provides residential products and services in the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical business. They put their customers first and provide them with quality products from trained technicians. F.H. Furr has committed to the highest degree of professional development and training in the industry, to work diligently in exceeding every expectation of the client in need. Based out of Manassas, Va., the company has expanded throughout Northern Va., Rockville, Md., Richmond, Va., and Georgetown De. Whether you need plumbing, heating, cooling, or electrical repairs or replacements, call on F.H. Furr for "Absolutely The Best" service!

"Great service. Very thorough. Called them again to do an HVAC service. Very satisfied with FH Furr. I highly recommend this company."

Elizabeth H on August 2024

F.H. Furr provides residential products and services in the plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and electrical business. They put their customers first and provide them with quality products from trained technicians. F.H. Furr has committed to the highest degree of professional development and training in the industry, to work diligently in exceeding every expectation of the client in need. Based out of Manassas, Va., the company has expanded throughout Northern Va., Rockville, Md., Richmond, Va., and Georgetown De. Whether you need plumbing, heating, cooling, or electrical repairs or replacements, call on F.H. Furr for "Absolutely The Best" service!

"Great service. Very thorough. Called them again to do an HVAC service. Very satisfied with FH Furr. I highly recommend this company."

Elizabeth H on August 2024


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Mike's Home Improvement
VFW
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Mike's Home Improvement
VFW
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
626 local quotes requested

Founded in 2017, Mikes Home Improvement is a trusted business specializing in remodeling, tile work, and concrete services, including brick and block installation. We deliver high-quality craftsmanship for your residential projects. Whether you're updating your kitchen, renovating your bathroom, or enhancing your outdoor spaces, at Mikes Home Improvement we bring your vision to life.

"Awesome job completed, showed up every day until the job was done and work was done beautifully"

Michelle S on January 2025

Founded in 2017, Mikes Home Improvement is a trusted business specializing in remodeling, tile work, and concrete services, including brick and block installation. We deliver high-quality craftsmanship for your residential projects. Whether you're updating your kitchen, renovating your bathroom, or enhancing your outdoor spaces, at Mikes Home Improvement we bring your vision to life.

"Awesome job completed, showed up every day until the job was done and work was done beautifully"

Michelle S on January 2025

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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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