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Central a/c installers in Palm Desert

Mountain Mechanical Services
P.O. Box 323
5.00(
1
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Mountain Mechanical Services
P.O. Box 323
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Mountain Mechanical Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He is a good contractor and does good work."

Brad R on May 2021

Mountain Mechanical Services, is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"He is a good contractor and does good work."

Brad R on May 2021


Fountain Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
41765 Elm St Suite 201
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Fountain Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
41765 Elm St Suite 201
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I would say this is the BEST SERVICE YOU CAN FIND for HVAC. I had an intermittently functioning heat system where we almost replaced the $300 Next thermostat and ran a 40 foot power wire through the walls, which would have cost quite a bit. Instead, a very capable man did the right testing and found we only needed a capacitor and he had one on his truck. He then spent another hour removing the dirty fan and cleaning the whole system with Shopvac and garden hose. We'd been breathing all this dusty air and did not know it. They came the day we called and everything was handled expertly after two weeks of problems with heat and incorrect solutions suggested. Highly recommended and I will save their number!"

PRESTON B on March 2024

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I would say this is the BEST SERVICE YOU CAN FIND for HVAC. I had an intermittently functioning heat system where we almost replaced the $300 Next thermostat and ran a 40 foot power wire through the walls, which would have cost quite a bit. Instead, a very capable man did the right testing and found we only needed a capacitor and he had one on his truck. He then spent another hour removing the dirty fan and cleaning the whole system with Shopvac and garden hose. We'd been breathing all this dusty air and did not know it. They came the day we called and everything was handled expertly after two weeks of problems with heat and incorrect solutions suggested. Highly recommended and I will save their number!"

PRESTON B on March 2024


La Quinta Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc.
74990 Joni Drive
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La Quinta Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc.
74990 Joni Drive
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28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Over 14 years of industry experience, La Quinta Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company foundation is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in Central A/C, heating, and furnace systems in addition to a variety of HVAC-related projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction!

Over 14 years of industry experience, La Quinta Air Conditioning & Heating, Inc., is dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company foundation is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in Central A/C, heating, and furnace systems in addition to a variety of HVAC-related projects. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction!


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Complete Home Service Experts
42305 Washington Street Unit 260
4.67(
9
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Complete Home Service Experts
42305 Washington Street Unit 260
4.67(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
51 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Service Pros Air Conditioning and Plumbing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns are the basis of our business.

"They were overpriced on the cost."

William T on September 2023

Service Pros Air Conditioning and Plumbing is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns are the basis of our business.

"They were overpriced on the cost."

William T on September 2023


Acosta Mechanical, Inc.
Po Box 342
4.82(
49
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Acosta Mechanical, Inc.
Po Box 342
4.82(
49
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

Acosta Mechanical, Inc., has been serving the Coachella Valley and neighboring cities for over 10 years and counting. From commercial to residential and any season of the year, you can count on Acosta Mechanical, Inc., to get the job done right with honesty and quality service that characterize us.

"Very happy with Acosta Mechanical. Scheduled out the next morning after contacting Home Advisor, quickly identified and repaired the issue, (30 mins) and did so at competitive cost."

Martin C on April 2019

Acosta Mechanical, Inc., has been serving the Coachella Valley and neighboring cities for over 10 years and counting. From commercial to residential and any season of the year, you can count on Acosta Mechanical, Inc., to get the job done right with honesty and quality service that characterize us.

"Very happy with Acosta Mechanical. Scheduled out the next morning after contacting Home Advisor, quickly identified and repaired the issue, (30 mins) and did so at competitive cost."

Martin C on April 2019


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Comfort Air
72248 Northshore Street, Suite 101
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Comfort Air
72248 Northshore Street, Suite 101
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Approved Pro
10 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

When your furnace or air-conditioning unit needs professional care, how do you decide who to call for service you can trust? At Comfort Air, we have asked our customers this very question. As a family-owned and operated business, we take your concerns to heart. Great, reliable customer service is the cornerstone of our mission statement. We back up our promises about providing A+ service with written assurances that eliminate any uncertainty you might have about whether we will do what we say. We offer a 100% guarantee on our 24/7 service. Whether you call us for a routine maintenance call or a middle-of-the-night emergency, we will do the job right and for a fair price. We proudly offer guaranteed upfront pricing. If your repairs are so extensive that it would benefit you to replace equipment, we are quick to offer options that will work with your budget while ensuring that your HVAC systems will adequately serve your home or business.

When your furnace or air-conditioning unit needs professional care, how do you decide who to call for service you can trust? At Comfort Air, we have asked our customers this very question. As a family-owned and operated business, we take your concerns to heart. Great, reliable customer service is the cornerstone of our mission statement. We back up our promises about providing A+ service with written assurances that eliminate any uncertainty you might have about whether we will do what we say. We offer a 100% guarantee on our 24/7 service. Whether you call us for a routine maintenance call or a middle-of-the-night emergency, we will do the job right and for a fair price. We proudly offer guaranteed upfront pricing. If your repairs are so extensive that it would benefit you to replace equipment, we are quick to offer options that will work with your budget while ensuring that your HVAC systems will adequately serve your home or business.


Esser Air Conditioning & Heating
77971 Wildcat Drive Suite C
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Esser Air Conditioning & Heating
77971 Wildcat Drive Suite C
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 local quotes requested

At Esser Air Conditioning and Heating, we put your comfort first. Our team of pros has been delivering outstanding Palm Springs air conditioning repairs and heating services for over 40 years. We operate with a focus on integrity, fairness, quality, five-star customer service, and a passion for what we do. Our service area includes Palm Springs, La Quinta, and Cathedral City, CA.

"We had a great experience with Esser. Wes was a fantastic and down to earth salesman . The install team was awesome :)"

Rachel G on December 2024

At Esser Air Conditioning and Heating, we put your comfort first. Our team of pros has been delivering outstanding Palm Springs air conditioning repairs and heating services for over 40 years. We operate with a focus on integrity, fairness, quality, five-star customer service, and a passion for what we do. Our service area includes Palm Springs, La Quinta, and Cathedral City, CA.

"We had a great experience with Esser. Wes was a fantastic and down to earth salesman . The install team was awesome :)"

Rachel G on December 2024


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ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC
5324 Mission Blvd Unit 3
4.56(
9
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Approved Pro
ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC
5324 Mission Blvd Unit 3
4.56(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
96 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Thank you for visiting ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC. We are your locally owned and operated HVAC specialists based in Riverside, CA. We service residential clients throughout the Riverside-San Bernardino area. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"When the associate came I explain what was going on with my AC evaporator coil, he checked it out and gave me two different options that we could to get the system working, and the cost. So I was comfortable choosing what was best for me. "

Jerome E on February 2025

Thank you for visiting ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC. We are your locally owned and operated HVAC specialists based in Riverside, CA. We service residential clients throughout the Riverside-San Bernardino area. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"When the associate came I explain what was going on with my AC evaporator coil, he checked it out and gave me two different options that we could to get the system working, and the cost. So I was comfortable choosing what was best for me. "

Jerome E on February 2025


Freedom Mechanical Solutions
P.o. Box 146, Morongo Valley CA 92256, United States
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Freedom Mechanical Solutions
P.o. Box 146, Morongo Valley CA 92256, United States
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Approved Pro
278 local quotes requested

With over 10 years experience in the industry; we are a Veteran family owned licensed, insured and bonded Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning contractor servicing the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas. We work on all makes and models of residential and commercial equipment.

With over 10 years experience in the industry; we are a Veteran family owned licensed, insured and bonded Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning contractor servicing the Coachella Valley and surrounding areas. We work on all makes and models of residential and commercial equipment.


Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
82376 Ocotillo Ave
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
82376 Ocotillo Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
247 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, 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!

"Extremely fast service, polite, reasonable. I would definitely hire them again next time I need my fountain repaired."

Doug C on April 2025

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, 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!

"Extremely fast service, polite, reasonable. I would definitely hire them again next time I need my fountain repaired."

Doug C on April 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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