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Central a/c installers in Rahway

Superior Tech HVAC & R, Inc.
366 Mechanic Street
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Superior Tech HVAC & R, Inc.
366 Mechanic Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

At Superior Tech HVAC and R, Inc., our services are unmatched amongst the rest. We specialize in all HVAC installations and repair the New Jersey area. Call today for a free estimate! We look forward to working with you.

"very professional and prompt"

Dean C on April 2016

At Superior Tech HVAC and R, Inc., our services are unmatched amongst the rest. We specialize in all HVAC installations and repair the New Jersey area. Call today for a free estimate! We look forward to working with you.

"very professional and prompt"

Dean C on April 2016


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MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
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MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

is committed to excellence 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

"They did a good job replacing the 220v outlet to 120v. Good pricing too."

Maria Cecilia R on May 2024

is committed to excellence 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

"They did a good job replacing the 220v outlet to 120v. Good pricing too."

Maria Cecilia R on May 2024


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Gold Medal Services, LLC
11 Cotters Lane
4.35(
311
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Gold Medal Services, LLC
11 Cotters Lane
4.35(
311
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
36 local quotes requested
47 years of experience

Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"Good"

Jigar P on December 2023

Gold Medal Services, LLC, warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the Covered Repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"Good"

Jigar P on December 2023


Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC
66 Buckingham Drive
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC
66 Buckingham Drive
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Call today in the Jackson area. I offer a 30-45 day followup checkup, on every job, at no charge, which is unique in the industry.

"Took a week to get part, but Keith was always in contact with me and did not keep me waiting for an answer. Would recommend him to anyone with an air conditioning problem."

undefined on July 2019

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Call today in the Jackson area. I offer a 30-45 day followup checkup, on every job, at no charge, which is unique in the industry.

"Took a week to get part, but Keith was always in contact with me and did not keep me waiting for an answer. Would recommend him to anyone with an air conditioning problem."

undefined on July 2019


Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020


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Pipe Works Services, Inc.
33 River Road
4.22(
64
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Pipe Works Services, Inc.
33 River Road
4.22(
64
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!

"Timely and well done"

John B on December 2024

We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!

"Timely and well done"

John B on December 2024


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All In One Handyman Services
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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All In One Handyman Services
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Two very experienced, willing to work friends who are here for all of your handyman needs! Experienced in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and much more!

Two very experienced, willing to work friends who are here for all of your handyman needs! Experienced in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and much more!


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LIV AIR
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
LIV AIR
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2791 local quotes requested

Air Conditioning and Heating Services - We're a team of experienced and qualified HVAC technicians dedicated to providing exceptional service, expert repairs, and top-notch installations for your Cooling and Heating systems.

"Liv Air was very professional and friendly! I would hire them again!"

Leticia P on November 2024

Air Conditioning and Heating Services - We're a team of experienced and qualified HVAC technicians dedicated to providing exceptional service, expert repairs, and top-notch installations for your Cooling and Heating systems.

"Liv Air was very professional and friendly! I would hire them again!"

Leticia P on November 2024


4X4 HOME IMPROVEMENTS
505 W 8TH ST
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
4X4 HOME IMPROVEMENTS
505 W 8TH ST
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
737 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, 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!

"After many people tried to fix a leak and failed, 4x4 Hime Improvements succeeded! The guys were competent, punctual, kind, polite and got the repair done. I was very pleased with their service. Thank you 4x 4 🙏😊"

Giovannella F on February 2025

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, 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!

"After many people tried to fix a leak and failed, 4x4 Hime Improvements succeeded! The guys were competent, punctual, kind, polite and got the repair done. I was very pleased with their service. Thank you 4x 4 🙏😊"

Giovannella F on February 2025


Mann's Heating & AC Inc
522 Smith St
4.70(
46
)
Approved Pro
Mann's Heating & AC Inc
522 Smith St
4.70(
46
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
759 local quotes requested

When it comes to indoor comfort, you and your family deserve only the best. But you also want a quality heating and air conditioning system that provides value as well as comfort. This is where Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc comes in. We're proud of our years of service in Perth Amboy, providing residential and commercial customers alike with complete sales, service, and installation of high quality heating and air conditioning systems from Carrier. Our full service mechanical technicians are on the job quickly, thanks to our fleet of radio-dispatched trucks. And at Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc, we repair all makes and models. Be sure to ask your Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc representative about the availability of financing which can help you make your dream of year round comfort come true.

"From the estimate to the final installation you won’t find a more professional company. They installed a new carrier furnace and air conditioner and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them for any of your HVAC needs."

John Y on October 2022

When it comes to indoor comfort, you and your family deserve only the best. But you also want a quality heating and air conditioning system that provides value as well as comfort. This is where Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc comes in. We're proud of our years of service in Perth Amboy, providing residential and commercial customers alike with complete sales, service, and installation of high quality heating and air conditioning systems from Carrier. Our full service mechanical technicians are on the job quickly, thanks to our fleet of radio-dispatched trucks. And at Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc, we repair all makes and models. Be sure to ask your Manns Heating and Air Conditioning Inc representative about the availability of financing which can help you make your dream of year round comfort come true.

"From the estimate to the final installation you won’t find a more professional company. They installed a new carrier furnace and air conditioner and did an excellent job. I highly recommend them for any of your HVAC needs."

John Y on October 2022

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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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