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Central a/c installers in Riverbank

Star Mechanical
17637 South Austin Road
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Star Mechanical
17637 South Austin Road
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Approved Pro
17 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 the start to the 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.

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 the start to the 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.


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Climate Care, Inc
570 Commerce Ct
5.00(
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Climate Care, Inc
570 Commerce Ct
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
32 local quotes requested
9 years of experience

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. Call us today!

"Great experience with awesome customer service. And was finished ahead of schedule. ? ????"

Dana E on March 2025

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. Call us today!

"Great experience with awesome customer service. And was finished ahead of schedule. ? ????"

Dana E on March 2025


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Comfort Experts INC
PO Box 1225
4.57(
15
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Approved Pro
Comfort Experts INC
PO Box 1225
4.57(
15
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
89 local quotes requested

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did good but they left a little bit of a mess."

Jason S on May 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did good but they left a little bit of a mess."

Jason S on May 2025


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AireServ of Pleasanton
7026 Koll Center Pkwy Suite 211
4.67(
3
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AireServ of Pleasanton
7026 Koll Center Pkwy Suite 211
4.67(
3
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Approved Pro
33 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

AireServ of Pleasanton is a locally/owner run and operated company. We service all of East Bay Area. We are 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. AireServ has been around for over 20-years with over 250 locations.

AireServ of Pleasanton is a locally/owner run and operated company. We service all of East Bay Area. We are 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. AireServ has been around for over 20-years with over 250 locations.


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Bell Brother's Heating and Air, Inc.
10555 Norden Ave.
4.67(
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Bell Brother's Heating and Air, Inc.
10555 Norden Ave.
4.67(
88
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
157 local quotes requested

At Bell Brothers, our number priority to keep our customer, employees, and their families safe. As we continue to closely monitor the coronavirus situation, we want you to know that we have taken steps to ensure we are serving you in the safest way possible. As a precautionary measure, to ensure we are doing everything we can to ensure a safe and healthy work environment, we have implemented increased hygiene routines. This includes increased cleaning and sanitizing of all offices and high contact areas. All technicians will be taking precautionary measures such as: -Wearing gloves -Limiting contact such as handshaking -Hand washing and sanitizing before and after each customer visit -Wearing a mask on their face We will be doing everything we can to keep you and our technicians safe. Thank you for your trust in Bell Brothers. We remain committed to safely serving you.

"great job!"

Bob W on February 2025

At Bell Brothers, our number priority to keep our customer, employees, and their families safe. As we continue to closely monitor the coronavirus situation, we want you to know that we have taken steps to ensure we are serving you in the safest way possible. As a precautionary measure, to ensure we are doing everything we can to ensure a safe and healthy work environment, we have implemented increased hygiene routines. This includes increased cleaning and sanitizing of all offices and high contact areas. All technicians will be taking precautionary measures such as: -Wearing gloves -Limiting contact such as handshaking -Hand washing and sanitizing before and after each customer visit -Wearing a mask on their face We will be doing everything we can to keep you and our technicians safe. Thank you for your trust in Bell Brothers. We remain committed to safely serving you.

"great job!"

Bob W on February 2025


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Hercules Handyman & Drain Services
2718 Birchwood Ct
5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
Hercules Handyman & Drain Services
2718 Birchwood Ct
5.00(
20
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
705 local quotes requested

I am a service plumber and handyman with 25 years experience in the trades and 20 in the Plumbing trade, no job is too small and I can handle almost anything when working with me, you can always expect integrity over profit. Now offering 10% discount to Seniors over 65 and Veterans! Free over-the-phone estimates!

"First, about me: I am a 70-year-old male from an older generation. When they sent two young girls with tattoos, I thought, “oh great! (Sad but true). These two girls were probably the best technicians I have ever had the lucky break to hire in my 70 years. This area is notorious for being very slack in the quality of any of the people they send out. These girls were over and above everything I could have possibly hoped for— and I am a man that sets the bar high! If you’re looking for any project at all around your home, at least give them a chance to talk to you. You simply can’t do better. Their professionalism, their warmth and friendliness and above all, their expertise is everything you could hope for when you retain someone to work on your home. God used them to teach me a lesson about judging a book by its cover, lol. Again, I don’t mean to “gush” but you do not know how refreshing it is to get people who show up on time, who “know their stuff” and are warm and friendly to boot. They ARE my “ go to” professionals for any future work I have on my home. Thank you, girls. You are, as they say, “above and beyond.” Your father must be very proud of both of you."

Joe c on May 2025

I am a service plumber and handyman with 25 years experience in the trades and 20 in the Plumbing trade, no job is too small and I can handle almost anything when working with me, you can always expect integrity over profit. Now offering 10% discount to Seniors over 65 and Veterans! Free over-the-phone estimates!

"First, about me: I am a 70-year-old male from an older generation. When they sent two young girls with tattoos, I thought, “oh great! (Sad but true). These two girls were probably the best technicians I have ever had the lucky break to hire in my 70 years. This area is notorious for being very slack in the quality of any of the people they send out. These girls were over and above everything I could have possibly hoped for— and I am a man that sets the bar high! If you’re looking for any project at all around your home, at least give them a chance to talk to you. You simply can’t do better. Their professionalism, their warmth and friendliness and above all, their expertise is everything you could hope for when you retain someone to work on your home. God used them to teach me a lesson about judging a book by its cover, lol. Again, I don’t mean to “gush” but you do not know how refreshing it is to get people who show up on time, who “know their stuff” and are warm and friendly to boot. They ARE my “ go to” professionals for any future work I have on my home. Thank you, girls. You are, as they say, “above and beyond.” Your father must be very proud of both of you."

Joe c on May 2025


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Albino Services
1617 Heath Way
5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Albino Services
1617 Heath Way
5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
652 local quotes requested

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, home improvements, painting, ceiling fan installs, TV mounting, furniture assembly, 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.

"I was very happy with the services from Albino. He arrived On time was very polite and efficient helped trouble troubleshoot a few issues we had and didn’t leave until the job was finished and done professionally I would recommend the service to anybody give Albino services your business. Thank you Albino Services"

Kimberly S on June 2025

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, home improvements, painting, ceiling fan installs, TV mounting, furniture assembly, 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.

"I was very happy with the services from Albino. He arrived On time was very polite and efficient helped trouble troubleshoot a few issues we had and didn’t leave until the job was finished and done professionally I would recommend the service to anybody give Albino services your business. Thank you Albino Services"

Kimberly S on June 2025


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NorCal Handyman
Located In:
4.93(
28
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Approved Pro
NorCal Handyman
Located In:
4.93(
28
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
698 local quotes requested

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, home improvements, and more. We provide quality work, while delivering great customer service. See some of the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"He was an outstanding, patient, and knowledgeable handyman he took care of all of our issues for a fair price. We look forward to working with him again in the near future."

Mecca L on May 2025

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, home improvements, and more. We provide quality work, while delivering great customer service. See some of the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule an estimate today!

"He was an outstanding, patient, and knowledgeable handyman he took care of all of our issues for a fair price. We look forward to working with him again in the near future."

Mecca L on May 2025


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Aguilar Construction
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5.00(
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Aguilar Construction
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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
1307 local quotes requested

Im Miguel owner of Aguilar Construction. We are communicating company and very professional on all construction trades. Dedicated to excellence with every job we undertake. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service sets us apart. Browse our services and get in touch today to schedule your free estimate. Experience the superior service you deserve!

"The Technician was very good and was able to fix the problem."

Yvonne W on April 2025

Im Miguel owner of Aguilar Construction. We are communicating company and very professional on all construction trades. Dedicated to excellence with every job we undertake. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service sets us apart. Browse our services and get in touch today to schedule your free estimate. Experience the superior service you deserve!

"The Technician was very good and was able to fix the problem."

Yvonne W on April 2025


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Pro Edge Services and Training Inc
657 Armstrong Way
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Pro Edge Services and Training Inc
657 Armstrong Way
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
532 local quotes requested

Pro Edge Services and Training Inc. has a professional staff and ten active infield technicians. We specialize in prompt, professional service with customizable preventative maintenance programs to keep your home running smoothly. We offer Residential HVAC, Water Heater Services, and Appliance repair services. We also offer Commercial/Industrial HVAC & Refrigeration from reach-in units to warehouse refrigeration.

"I have used ProEdge many times. They go the extra mile until I am satisfied. Highly recommended!"

Elizabeth T on August 2023

Pro Edge Services and Training Inc. has a professional staff and ten active infield technicians. We specialize in prompt, professional service with customizable preventative maintenance programs to keep your home running smoothly. We offer Residential HVAC, Water Heater Services, and Appliance repair services. We also offer Commercial/Industrial HVAC & Refrigeration from reach-in units to warehouse refrigeration.

"I have used ProEdge many times. They go the extra mile until I am satisfied. Highly recommended!"

Elizabeth T on August 2023

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FAQs for central a/c installation projects in Riverbank, CA

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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