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RTC Heating and Air Conditioning
5626 Norwood Avenue
4.75(
6
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RTC Heating and Air Conditioning
5626 Norwood Avenue
4.75(
6
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Russell was a knowledgeable technician showed up on time and explained everything and very well details. He made me feel I could have done the job after he was done explaining. Another thing he didnâ  t overcharge me like those other big companies"

Marcus L on July 2023

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! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"Russell was a knowledgeable technician showed up on time and explained everything and very well details. He made me feel I could have done the job after he was done explaining. Another thing he didnâ  t overcharge me like those other big companies"

Marcus L on July 2023


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All Plumbing & Air Solutions
PO Box 7119
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All Plumbing & Air Solutions
PO Box 7119
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Approved Pro
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

All Plumbing Solutions 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.

All Plumbing Solutions 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.


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Even Flow Heating & Air, Inc.
1700 Century Ave
5.00(
4
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Even Flow Heating & Air, Inc.
1700 Century Ave
5.00(
4
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
31 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our HVAC installs and repairs. We will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"They are a great company, I highly recommend them."

Stefanie F on May 2021

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity and quality work. We are experts in our HVAC installs and repairs. We will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to working with you.

"They are a great company, I highly recommend them."

Stefanie F on May 2021


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Jay's Heating and Cooling
15545 Oliver St
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Jay's Heating and Cooling
15545 Oliver St
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1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Here at Jay's Heating and Cooling with over 13 years of experience we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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!

Here at Jay's Heating and Cooling with over 13 years of experience we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers 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!


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Icee Hot Air Conditioning & Heating
1721 Boyd Ave.
5.00(
21
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Icee Hot Air Conditioning & Heating
1721 Boyd Ave.
5.00(
21
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Icee Hot AC & Heating provides professional AC & Heating services throughout Southern California. Trust, Honesty, Friendship, and Craftsmanship is our goal with each and every customer.

"Excellent Company. Great Experienced Tech Bernie. Will Definitely recommend. "

rick v on June 2025

Icee Hot AC & Heating provides professional AC & Heating services throughout Southern California. Trust, Honesty, Friendship, and Craftsmanship is our goal with each and every customer.

"Excellent Company. Great Experienced Tech Bernie. Will Definitely recommend. "

rick v on June 2025


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LANYI USA, Inc.
627 Pantera Dr
5.00(
1
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LANYI USA, Inc.
627 Pantera Dr
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
7 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.

"I felt valued as a customer.And I appreciated how dedicated Irwin was to installing a new unit for me and very good price"

Junjun H on June 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 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.

"I felt valued as a customer.And I appreciated how dedicated Irwin was to installing a new unit for me and very good price"

Junjun H on June 2025


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Rea's Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc.
6260 Rutland Ave, Unit 11
5.00(
1
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Rea's Air Conditioning and Heating, Inc.
6260 Rutland Ave, Unit 11
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 12 years of experience, Rea’s Air Conditioning And Heating Inc is here to help! We offer HVAC installations as well as service and repair. We are based out of the Riverside, CA area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"Job was started on time and completed on-time. No problems , customer service fantastic. Technician did complete start up with me. Answered all questions. Totally professional and friendly. "

Sharon C on June 2025

With 12 years of experience, Rea’s Air Conditioning And Heating Inc is here to help! We offer HVAC installations as well as service and repair. We are based out of the Riverside, CA area. Give our team a call today. We're looking forward to working with you!

"Job was started on time and completed on-time. No problems , customer service fantastic. Technician did complete start up with me. Answered all questions. Totally professional and friendly. "

Sharon C on June 2025


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SO CAL BOYS HEATING & AIR INC
13397 Harlow Ave
4.95(
41
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SO CAL BOYS HEATING & AIR INC
13397 Harlow Ave
4.95(
41
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Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
115 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I recently had So Cal Boys replace my 27 year old furnace and install a new Lennox heat pump, and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. George, the owner, was fantastic to work with--straightforward, honest, and genuinely down-to-earth. From the start, George explained all of my options clearly without any sales pressure. He took the time to answer my questions and helped me choose the right system for my home and budget. It was such a relief to talk to someone who actually listens and gives real advice, not a sales pitch. The installation was done quickly and professionally. The crew showed up on time, worked efficiently, and cleaned everything up before they left. The system has been running perfectly--it's quiet, efficient, and keeps the house comfortable. Their pricing was very fair, especially compared to other quotes I got. Everything was upfront and clearly explained, with no hidden costs. If you're looking for HVAC work, I highly recommend So Cal Boys!!"

Alex N on June 2025

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of General Contractor services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"I recently had So Cal Boys replace my 27 year old furnace and install a new Lennox heat pump, and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. George, the owner, was fantastic to work with--straightforward, honest, and genuinely down-to-earth. From the start, George explained all of my options clearly without any sales pressure. He took the time to answer my questions and helped me choose the right system for my home and budget. It was such a relief to talk to someone who actually listens and gives real advice, not a sales pitch. The installation was done quickly and professionally. The crew showed up on time, worked efficiently, and cleaned everything up before they left. The system has been running perfectly--it's quiet, efficient, and keeps the house comfortable. Their pricing was very fair, especially compared to other quotes I got. Everything was upfront and clearly explained, with no hidden costs. If you're looking for HVAC work, I highly recommend So Cal Boys!!"

Alex N on June 2025


Daniel Heating and Air Conditioning
30406 Silver Hawk Drive
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Daniel Heating and Air Conditioning
30406 Silver Hawk Drive
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of HVAC services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Daniel was friendly, knowledgeable, professional, outstanding."

Richard W on July 2023

We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of HVAC services that are customizable to each individual project. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction!

"Daniel was friendly, knowledgeable, professional, outstanding."

Richard W on July 2023


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Sean Patrick HVAC, Inc.
13236 Flagstaff Drive
5.00(
9
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Sean Patrick HVAC, Inc.
13236 Flagstaff Drive
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
102 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Welcome to Sean Patrick HVAC, Your Trusted HVAC Contractor Serving SOCAL, CA and Surrounding Areas. For over 10 years, we’ve provided exceptional HVAC repairs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning maintenance, furnace replacement, and indoor air quality services for residential and commercial customers. Our NATE-certified technicians have the experience and expertise to correctly diagnose and repair all makes and models of HVAC systems. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC repair service, so you’re never left in the cold or heat. As your local HVAC contractor, we provide: HVAC Repairs – Get your AC, furnace, or heat pump running again quickly with our skilled repair technicians HVAC Replacement – We replace old, inefficient HVAC systems with new top brand models properly sized for your home/business Air Conditioning Maintenance – Preventative maintenance maximizes the lifespan of your AC system Furnace Replacement – We replace broken furnaces with energy efficient new models

"spoke to Laura on a monday had my AC installed on thursday the technicians were on time and very professional.Sean answered all my questions and gave me a estimate right away.its good to know there are still contractors that take pride in there work I highly recomend SPH. "

David O on May 2025

Welcome to Sean Patrick HVAC, Your Trusted HVAC Contractor Serving SOCAL, CA and Surrounding Areas. For over 10 years, we’ve provided exceptional HVAC repairs, HVAC replacement, air conditioning maintenance, furnace replacement, and indoor air quality services for residential and commercial customers. Our NATE-certified technicians have the experience and expertise to correctly diagnose and repair all makes and models of HVAC systems. We offer 24/7 emergency HVAC repair service, so you’re never left in the cold or heat. As your local HVAC contractor, we provide: HVAC Repairs – Get your AC, furnace, or heat pump running again quickly with our skilled repair technicians HVAC Replacement – We replace old, inefficient HVAC systems with new top brand models properly sized for your home/business Air Conditioning Maintenance – Preventative maintenance maximizes the lifespan of your AC system Furnace Replacement – We replace broken furnaces with energy efficient new models

"spoke to Laura on a monday had my AC installed on thursday the technicians were on time and very professional.Sean answered all my questions and gave me a estimate right away.its good to know there are still contractors that take pride in there work I highly recomend SPH. "

David O on May 2025

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FAQs for central a/c installation projects in Riverside, 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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