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Avatar for Vaughan Comfort Services
Vaughan Comfort Services
4.8(
139
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1937

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Had central ac unit for 21 years and scheduled consultation with Tony Pelligrino from Vaughan for Wednesday to spec & price new unit.  Old unit motor fan quit Tuesday night.  Tony was awesome, but the earliest install was Monday.  It was a rare July humid heat wave and Tony provided us with 2 window units to get us through the weekend.  Now that is customer service and a real lifesaver!  They worked well and we kept cool until Monday.  Crew of Jeff  S. and Mike G. were professional, courteous, quiet and great guys.  Install was flawless and jobsite was immaculate when they were finished at end of day.  I have been a Vaughan customer for years and will remain.  Why go elsewhere? They respond fast and provide reliable professional work and go above and beyond in the customer service department.  Thanks Vaughan! Francis Burke  "
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+6

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Climate Mechanics LLC
4.9(
53
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Since that time, I have not  experienced any problems with the heater.  I would have no problem referring this company or the service representative to my friends.  It's not often a consumer finds decent, honest contractors who will stand behind their work.  Thank you for the referral."
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+4

17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Arctic Air Conditioning
4.8(
867
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My central air conditioning unit stopped working. I called Arctic Air Conditioning and was given an appointment for the following day. Before the arrival of the repair technician, I received a text that he was on the way that included his name and photo. I thought that was great, since I knew exactly who to expect. The technician was polite and professional. He gave a clear explanation of each of my repair options, and quickly completed the one I chose. The cost was very reasonable for the work that was done. I want to add that I am hearing impaired, and repair technician made extra efforts to make sure I understood everything he told me. He was great! I highly recommend Arctic Air Conditioning and will definitely use them again."
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+6

140 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Fresh Air Flow HVAC
Fresh Air Flow HVAC
5.0(
103
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Amazing. I called them as a second opinion since my primary service provider was trying to repair my HVAC condenser with a very expensive trial and error approach. Fresh Air Flow was immediately available and within 20 minutes they had diagnosed the problem and it was repaired within a couple of hours. We will be moving our maintenance business to Fresh Air Flow."
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+19

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Whitestone Heating and Cooling
4.9(
30
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I really didn't want to add a review because I wanted to be selfish and keep this a secret for myself but God told me to share! Usually you get plumbing companies that show up, drain your pockets, rip you off and maybe make a bigger problem. Whelp, Oscar showed up to help with our hot water heater and repaired within a day. He's dependable, knowledgeable and pleasant. When I called with another urgent issue he took the time to walk me through step by step over the phone. I will never call anyone else to assist us with our plumbing issues going forward!! Thank me now because I just shared a real jewel with you! :) THANKS AGAIN OSCAR!!!! WE APPRECIATE YOU!!"
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Horizon Services, Inc. (NJ)
3.9(
1,636
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Very professional. Explained service and cost in detail. Repair completed timely. Called for service on Saturday received non emergency service by Monday afternoon. Definitely would recommend Horizon, specifically Sal and his service partner."
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+19

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Petro Home Services
Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was a superb experience. From the visit by Bruce the sales representative to the installation day to the follow-up from Petro, every single person we interacted with was helpful and professional. When Bruce arrived to do the assessment, we spent time going over the heating needs in the house. After a thorough inspection and measurement of the house, we sat down. He showed me a few options, all of which were going to provide good service. I ordered a unit at the end of that meeting. The installation day was just terrific- the entire work crew that showed up were everything I would hope to find: Upbeat, informative, hard-working, focused. The job was finished before end of day as promised. The heater room is now immaculate, with new piping and a new heater. It was like watching a pit crew at a NASCAR race. Everyone had their tasks, they moved carefully but quickly. The materials were all laid out in order, etc. Just a totally professional approach to their work. The crew boss answered any questions I had. The follow-up for a normal inspection of the furnace chimney was scheduled the day after the installation. I’ve gotten calls to insure we are satisfied with the work. Satisfied barely covers it- I am pleased to write this kind of review. Without hesitation I will recommend Petro to friends and family throughout the Philly area. Peter A. Elkins Park"
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16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Raynor Services- Electrical/HVAC/Generators/Solar
4.5(
157
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend engaging Raynor Services for your heating/air conditioning needs. Our technician, Matt, was very friendly, courteous and efficiently diagnosed and planned the remediation of our heating problem. He took the time to point out what was wrong and provided some extra measures we could take, should we decide to, in the future. No sales pitch, no pressure to add additional costs. Extremely satisfied with Raynor’s friendly service, quick response (less than 1.5 hrs from my call) and low costs to return our heating system back in working order. We will continue to call on Raynor Sevices for all of our heating & ac needs."
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+6

15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Whiteston Heating & Cooling, LLC
Whiteston Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.6(
35
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Serving Riverside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company did outstanding and efficient work. Their rates were more than reasonable. Oscar quickly analyzed the problem with my air conditioning system and came back the very next day with the appropriate parts and took care of all of the repairs very speedily. I highly recommend this company. My house is nice and cool now! Perfect!"
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Riverside, NJ

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.

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