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Avatar for Bob Jenson Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
Bob Jenson Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
4.9(
174
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was very competently and thoroughly performed by Tom. He was a wealth of information and was able to answer all of my questions. Bob Jensen Heating and AC have been providing maintenance, service, and repairs for our units for many years, and I have always found them to be very competent and exceptionally pleasant/helpful to work with. I would highly recommend their Comfort Club Maintenance Plan. It is a good way to ensure regular annual maintenance for your furnace and air conditioner and a very cost effective way to get help and repair service when needed."
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+47

Response time1 day
88 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Liberty Plumbing Heating Air Conditioning Inc
Liberty Plumbing Heating Air Conditioning Inc
4.9(
209
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had a severe leak under the bathroom sink that went under the wall and into my master closet ruining the flooring. He was able to repair the PEX like plumbing leak in the meantime. We are still considering going ahead with a repipe of our entire house in the future sometime."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate98%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Carini Home Services
4.7(
381
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have been with them for years with no problems with their Installation or Service. Their staff is always on time and professional."
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Camera inspection through a sewer vent on a customer's roof
Hydro jet uses water at 4,000psi to clean the inside of the mainline drain which connects all the home's drains to the city's sewer system.
Using a snake we can go through the cleanouts on the side of the house.
With the cleanouts snaked, and the blockage located, we can send the hydro jet through the sewer vent and flush out the blocked drain.

+16

Response time2 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Airtime Plumbing Heating & Air
Airtime Plumbing Heating & Air
4.8(
28
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Service from Airtime Plumbing, Heating, & Air! I cannot recommend Airtime Plumbing, Heating, & Air highly enough! From the initial service call to the completion of the job, my experience was absolutely five-star. We had an urgent issue with our furnace acting up just as the cold weather hit, and they responded with incredible speed and professionalism. The technician David arrived promptly, was extremely courteous, and clearly explained what was wrong with our unit. He didn't just fix the problem; he took the time to show me what maintenance steps I could take to keep the system running efficiently. What Made Them Stand Out: Punctuality & Communication: They called ahead, arrived exactly when they said they would, and kept me informed throughout the process. Expert Knowledge: The diagnosis was fast and accurate. They fixed the problem right the first time. Fair Pricing: The final cost was competitive and exactly what was quoted, with no hidden fees or upselling. Cle"
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Chacon house
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+55

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
93 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
359
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I purchased a deal to have our air conditioning serviced by Excel Air.  They were great - had quick availability to come complete the service, arrived on time, and kept us updated as to when they would be arriving. "
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing
Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing
4.4(
31
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service was through, friendly, and professional. We just bought the house and the equipment hadn't been serviced in a long time. Mold was removed and a U/V light installed, in addition to the standard service. Everything seems clean and the air smells fresh again. Extra filters were provided for us to use before the next 6-month scheduled service."
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+7

Response time1 day
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for JMS West HVAC
JMS West HVAC
4.6(
193
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, prompt service. Needed A/C repaired during 90+ degree heat wave, was able to have technician out in the morning of the same day I called. Great value for the services provided. A/C repaired. Very nice technician. Would highly recommend."
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+2

Response time12 hrs
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air
4.4(
176
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Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Maybe I m just cheep cause the service was great and they did the work when they said they would and the guy was really nice. It s just the $550 quote to add a junction box 2.5 feet from another box in an easy access area in the kitchen seems like I got screwed. They lowered their fee to $375 but refused to provide a warranty. I was thinking $150 or maybe $200 was fare."
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+4

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Poway, 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.

The Poway, CA homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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