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Avatar for General Air Technology
General Air Technology
2608 Typhoon Ave
4.93(
7
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Approved Pro
General Air Technology
2608 Typhoon Ave
4.93(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
5 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Junior was totally on top of things. Installers were on time, polite and very efficient. I was given 5 quotes from other companies but General Air Technology was BY FAR the lowest quote."

nadine D on January 2022

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Junior was totally on top of things. Installers were on time, polite and very efficient. I was given 5 quotes from other companies but General Air Technology was BY FAR the lowest quote."

nadine D on January 2022


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Gosal Heating and Air Conditioning
34492 Torrey Pine Lane
4.44(
69
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Approved Pro
Gosal Heating and Air Conditioning
34492 Torrey Pine Lane
4.44(
69
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Gosal Heating and Air Conditioning, we have been serving the Bay area since 1992. We strive to give the best experience to our customers with our high quality service at competitive pricing for homes, mobile homes and light commercial. We help customers by designing HYBRID HEAT dual fuel systems designed to deliver maximum economy and energy star thermostat to save you money on utility bills. We are a Carrier Q+ dealer and also work with Trane and other major brands. We also provide ductwork, duct cleaning and advanced air purification systems for your better health. We are highly experienced and believe in the value of the loyal workforce which is why all our servicemen are well paid and enjoy full benefits. We also provide hi-tech ductless split system for central air conditioning. We use only the highest quality materials to excel in the HVAC industry. We value our customers, appreciate your business and welcome the opportunity to serve you.

"He was prompt and fixed in a satisfactory manner."

Anne R on February 2025

At Gosal Heating and Air Conditioning, we have been serving the Bay area since 1992. We strive to give the best experience to our customers with our high quality service at competitive pricing for homes, mobile homes and light commercial. We help customers by designing HYBRID HEAT dual fuel systems designed to deliver maximum economy and energy star thermostat to save you money on utility bills. We are a Carrier Q+ dealer and also work with Trane and other major brands. We also provide ductwork, duct cleaning and advanced air purification systems for your better health. We are highly experienced and believe in the value of the loyal workforce which is why all our servicemen are well paid and enjoy full benefits. We also provide hi-tech ductless split system for central air conditioning. We use only the highest quality materials to excel in the HVAC industry. We value our customers, appreciate your business and welcome the opportunity to serve you.

"He was prompt and fixed in a satisfactory manner."

Anne R on February 2025


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CaliforniAir Heating & Air Conditioning
754 Vestal Street
4.79(
21
)
Approved Pro
CaliforniAir Heating & Air Conditioning
754 Vestal Street
4.79(
21
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Welcome to CaliforniAir Heating & Air Conditioning. We proudly service San Jose and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Trouble shot the problem and procured the parts necessary to repair the a/c."

Patrick S on May 2024

Welcome to CaliforniAir Heating & Air Conditioning. We proudly service San Jose and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. We look forward to serving you. Call us today! You will not be disappointed.

"Trouble shot the problem and procured the parts necessary to repair the a/c."

Patrick S on May 2024


Avatar for AireServ of Campbell and Saratoga
AireServ of Campbell and Saratoga
1185 Campbell Avenue, Suite 27
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
AireServ of Campbell and Saratoga
1185 Campbell Avenue, Suite 27
5.00(
4
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Look no further than Aire Serv® when you need high-quality Santa Clara County, CA, heating and air conditioning services. We have been providing top-tier HVAC services throughout North America since 1992. At Aire Serv of Campbell & Saratoga, our HVAC experts pride themselves on consistently delivering outstanding service to all our commercial and residential customers. Of course, heating and cooling best practices have evolved over time, and Campbell & Saratoga HVAC services must reflect those changes. Our service professionals have the knowledge and experience necessary to maintain and repair modern and older units alike. Regardless of whether your heating unit is malfunctioning or you’re in the market for a new system altogether, our Campbell & Saratoga heating service experts are ready to help. And when temperatures climb, you can count on our Campbell & Saratoga air conditioning service professionals to bring their expertise to your home or business.

"Everything was done well and they worked with my electrical contractor to get the electrical circuits needed for the installation."

Mark L on June 2025

Look no further than Aire Serv® when you need high-quality Santa Clara County, CA, heating and air conditioning services. We have been providing top-tier HVAC services throughout North America since 1992. At Aire Serv of Campbell & Saratoga, our HVAC experts pride themselves on consistently delivering outstanding service to all our commercial and residential customers. Of course, heating and cooling best practices have evolved over time, and Campbell & Saratoga HVAC services must reflect those changes. Our service professionals have the knowledge and experience necessary to maintain and repair modern and older units alike. Regardless of whether your heating unit is malfunctioning or you’re in the market for a new system altogether, our Campbell & Saratoga heating service experts are ready to help. And when temperatures climb, you can count on our Campbell & Saratoga air conditioning service professionals to bring their expertise to your home or business.

"Everything was done well and they worked with my electrical contractor to get the electrical circuits needed for the installation."

Mark L on June 2025


Avatar for JZ HVAC Contractor
JZ HVAC Contractor
1460 Sequoia Avenue
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
JZ HVAC Contractor
1460 Sequoia Avenue
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

Welcome to JZ HVAC Contractor, JZ HVAC Contractor has established itself as a trusted provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions in the Bay Area, California. Our experienced team is committed to delivering top-notch services, including installation, repair, and maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. At JZ HVAC Contractor, we pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring your indoor environment is comfortable and energy-efficient all year round. Whether you need a quick repair or a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade, you can count on JZ HVAC CONTRACTOR to meet all your heating and cooling needs.

"Joy did excellent work: removed my old ducts and replaced them and added additional vents. He communicated well and was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend him!"

Kelly H on October 2024

Welcome to JZ HVAC Contractor, JZ HVAC Contractor has established itself as a trusted provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions in the Bay Area, California. Our experienced team is committed to delivering top-notch services, including installation, repair, and maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. At JZ HVAC Contractor, we pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring your indoor environment is comfortable and energy-efficient all year round. Whether you need a quick repair or a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade, you can count on JZ HVAC CONTRACTOR to meet all your heating and cooling needs.

"Joy did excellent work: removed my old ducts and replaced them and added additional vents. He communicated well and was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend him!"

Kelly H on October 2024


Jim's Air Systems
4.38(
8
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Approved Pro
Jim's Air Systems
4.38(
8
)
Approved Pro
465 local quotes requested
47 years of experience

We are a family owned and operated Heating and Air conditioning and solar contractor in the Bay Area for the past 40 years. We specialize in Residential, Commercial, and New Construction installation. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and fast reliable service at a fair price. We will not price gouge you like the big companies do. Call us for a free estimate, ask for Josh. 925-584-2634

"Josh got on this very quick and quoted the best price with good brand day and night carry"

jianyu d on November 2024

We are a family owned and operated Heating and Air conditioning and solar contractor in the Bay Area for the past 40 years. We specialize in Residential, Commercial, and New Construction installation. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and fast reliable service at a fair price. We will not price gouge you like the big companies do. Call us for a free estimate, ask for Josh. 925-584-2634

"Josh got on this very quick and quoted the best price with good brand day and night carry"

jianyu d on November 2024


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HVAC Gurus
75 PHELAN AVE
4.39(
36
)
Approved Pro
HVAC Gurus
75 PHELAN AVE
4.39(
36
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1416 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

Call for a free estimate! HVAC & Insulation Gurus have an extensive background in HVAC and insulation services. With fifteen years of experience on the field, the Gurus have earned a reputation as trusted installers. Our mission is to provide both our residential and commercial customers with reliability, expert advice, quality work integrity and an outstanding service. We dedicate ourselves 110% to our customers not only to achieve energy efficiency, comfort, and safety, but also to establish a friendship. Everybody needs a Guru in the family. Let us be yours!

"Great! Super knowledgeable and helpful."

Catherine M on March 2025

Call for a free estimate! HVAC & Insulation Gurus have an extensive background in HVAC and insulation services. With fifteen years of experience on the field, the Gurus have earned a reputation as trusted installers. Our mission is to provide both our residential and commercial customers with reliability, expert advice, quality work integrity and an outstanding service. We dedicate ourselves 110% to our customers not only to achieve energy efficiency, comfort, and safety, but also to establish a friendship. Everybody needs a Guru in the family. Let us be yours!

"Great! Super knowledgeable and helpful."

Catherine M on March 2025


Avatar for EGOL llc
EGOL llc
403 Dayton Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
EGOL llc
403 Dayton Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
434 local quotes requested

Exquisite Generations of Landscape (EGOL) is a family-operated enterprise dedicated to comprehensive irrigation solutions, including design, installation, and advanced smart systems. Beyond irrigation, EGOL provides a wide range of landscaping services such as sodding, grass maintenance, and the creation of plant and vegetable beds, up to complete landscape renovations. Leveraging the extensive experience of its founders, Leonso, who brings over 40 years of landscaping expertise, and Miguel Angel, who has 8+ years of experience on golf courses and as a groundskeeper, now serving as a full-time irrigation technician at Stanford University, EGOL delivers top-notch landscaping and irrigation services rooted in generations of knowledge and skill.

"Miguel was fantastic. Super responsive and professional. He explained the pricing and the fixes. He was on time. Really nice guy and very hard, fast working."

SUSANNE M on July 2024

Exquisite Generations of Landscape (EGOL) is a family-operated enterprise dedicated to comprehensive irrigation solutions, including design, installation, and advanced smart systems. Beyond irrigation, EGOL provides a wide range of landscaping services such as sodding, grass maintenance, and the creation of plant and vegetable beds, up to complete landscape renovations. Leveraging the extensive experience of its founders, Leonso, who brings over 40 years of landscaping expertise, and Miguel Angel, who has 8+ years of experience on golf courses and as a groundskeeper, now serving as a full-time irrigation technician at Stanford University, EGOL delivers top-notch landscaping and irrigation services rooted in generations of knowledge and skill.

"Miguel was fantastic. Super responsive and professional. He explained the pricing and the fixes. He was on time. Really nice guy and very hard, fast working."

SUSANNE M on July 2024


Avatar for Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
3333 Martin Luther King Jr Way
4.45(
685
)
Approved Pro
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
3333 Martin Luther King Jr Way
4.45(
685
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
2469 local quotes requested
44 years of experience

Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!

"Great good work"

Jose B on July 2025

Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!

"Great good work"

Jose B on July 2025


Avatar for 2Green Landscaping & Maintenance
2Green Landscaping & Maintenance
741 San Simeon Street
4.29(
7
)
Approved Pro
2Green Landscaping & Maintenance
741 San Simeon Street
4.29(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
577 local quotes requested
25 years of experience

At 2Green Landscaping & Maintenance, we value our relationship with customers. We make it our priority to make sure you are well informed of any landscaping work you may need. Landscaping services should be predictably affordable, and leave lasting results. Furthermore, with 13 years of experience under our belt, you can trust that the job is going to be done right.

"Fantastic. I never thought my backyard would ever look so good."

Ann M on November 2024

At 2Green Landscaping & Maintenance, we value our relationship with customers. We make it our priority to make sure you are well informed of any landscaping work you may need. Landscaping services should be predictably affordable, and leave lasting results. Furthermore, with 13 years of experience under our belt, you can trust that the job is going to be done right.

"Fantastic. I never thought my backyard would ever look so good."

Ann M on November 2024

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