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.
"sometimes it takes time to complete the work"
Jayant S on August 2024
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.
"sometimes it takes time to complete the work"
Jayant S on August 2024
Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!
"It was fine but to expensive sorry Ivan’s affort that much"
Rene T on May 2025
Albert Nahman Services was founded in 1981 and has been serving Berkeley, CA and it surrounding areas in all their plumbing and HVAC needs. Each of our technicians went through rigorous training so we can guarantee that you will be receiving the proper service. We are also insured and supply a warranty for our parts for five years and up to twenty years on an re-piping or sewer replacement. Call us now to make your appointment!
"It was fine but to expensive sorry Ivan’s affort that much"
Rene T on May 2025
Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Jonathan is meticulous and methodical, not to mention kind. The work was excellent and professional. I would hire again."
Brian M on April 2025
Remodeling business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
"Jonathan is meticulous and methodical, not to mention kind. The work was excellent and professional. I would hire again."
Brian M on April 2025
Welcome to JZ HVAC Contractor, JZ HVAC Contractor has established itself as a trusted provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions in the Bay Area, California. Our experienced team is committed to delivering top-notch services, including installation, repair, and maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. At JZ HVAC Contractor, we pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring your indoor environment is comfortable and energy-efficient all year round. Whether you need a quick repair or a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade, you can count on JZ HVAC CONTRACTOR to meet all your heating and cooling needs.
"Joy did excellent work: removed my old ducts and replaced them and added additional vents. He communicated well and was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend him!"
Kelly H on October 2024
Welcome to JZ HVAC Contractor, JZ HVAC Contractor has established itself as a trusted provider of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning solutions in the Bay Area, California. Our experienced team is committed to delivering top-notch services, including installation, repair, and maintenance for both residential and commercial clients. At JZ HVAC Contractor, we pride ourselves on our expertise, reliability, and customer satisfaction, ensuring your indoor environment is comfortable and energy-efficient all year round. Whether you need a quick repair or a comprehensive HVAC system upgrade, you can count on JZ HVAC CONTRACTOR to meet all your heating and cooling needs.
"Joy did excellent work: removed my old ducts and replaced them and added additional vents. He communicated well and was friendly and helpful. I highly recommend him!"
Kelly H on October 2024
JKE HANDYMAN Handyman & Plumbing business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
JKE HANDYMAN Handyman & Plumbing business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Since 1962, we have been committed to living up to our company slogan every day – The Home of Old Fashioned Service. That means reliability, expert advice, quality work and great service for our customers – and a 100% guarantee. Our entire team can’t wait to show you the difference great service can make for your heating, cooling, electrical, solar and above all, “comfort” needs. We sub-contract with licensed plumbers when necessary.
"watch out - they charge a service fee for quotes"
Joshua M on February 2021
Since 1962, we have been committed to living up to our company slogan every day – The Home of Old Fashioned Service. That means reliability, expert advice, quality work and great service for our customers – and a 100% guarantee. Our entire team can’t wait to show you the difference great service can make for your heating, cooling, electrical, solar and above all, “comfort” needs. We sub-contract with licensed plumbers when necessary.
"watch out - they charge a service fee for quotes"
Joshua M on February 2021
We are locally owned and operated, and serving the Bay Area. Our focus is residential air conditioning, heating, Installation of HVAC systems and full-service plumbing. We love working with homeowners and helping to take care of their precious homes. We also keep busy doing light commercial service. Serving California since 1954, financing options available, We don't charge extra for Saturday service calls.
"Called this company for their $77 dollar, which they advertised with a flyer, for a tune-up and cleaning for my heating system. They are a Hayward company and I was told that our Castro Valley home was not in their service area. I bet if I called to buy a new heater they would be out in a day."
Gregory O on March 2023
We are locally owned and operated, and serving the Bay Area. Our focus is residential air conditioning, heating, Installation of HVAC systems and full-service plumbing. We love working with homeowners and helping to take care of their precious homes. We also keep busy doing light commercial service. Serving California since 1954, financing options available, We don't charge extra for Saturday service calls.
"Called this company for their $77 dollar, which they advertised with a flyer, for a tune-up and cleaning for my heating system. They are a Hayward company and I was told that our Castro Valley home was not in their service area. I bet if I called to buy a new heater they would be out in a day."
Gregory O on March 2023
We are a family owned and operated Heating and Air conditioning and solar contractor in the Bay Area for the past 40 years. We specialize in Residential, Commercial, and New Construction installation. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and fast reliable service at a fair price. We will not price gouge you like the big companies do. Call us for a free estimate, ask for Josh. 925-584-2634
"Josh got on this very quick and quoted the best price with good brand day and night carry"
jianyu d on November 2024
We are a family owned and operated Heating and Air conditioning and solar contractor in the Bay Area for the past 40 years. We specialize in Residential, Commercial, and New Construction installation. We pride ourselves in quality workmanship and fast reliable service at a fair price. We will not price gouge you like the big companies do. Call us for a free estimate, ask for Josh. 925-584-2634
"Josh got on this very quick and quoted the best price with good brand day and night carry"
jianyu d on November 2024
Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.
"Service was good and timely."
Gerald W on April 2025
Service Champions is the leading heating and air conditioning contractor in Northern California servicing homeowners in East Bay, South Bay and Sacramento areas. We can make your home more comfortable and improve the quality of air you and your family breathe. We specialize in maintenance, repair and sales of all brands of air conditioners and heaters, and are experts in indoor air quality improvement through filtration, duct replacement, insulation and hospital grade UV lights. All the air conditioners we install have the new environmentally friendly refrigerant that does not damage the ozone. We also are huge proponents of super high efficient equipment, such as 95% efficient furnaces. This equipment saves homeowners a tremendous amount of money on their utility bills.
"Service was good and timely."
Gerald W on April 2025
Complete Construction Solutions is your one-stop shop offering all kinds of construction services, from residential to commercial, with high-end, trusted quality you can count on. Everything from plumbing and electric, general construction, painting, remodeling and handyman services. We are here to help you from small tasks ranging as small as a two-hour job to full-scale building construction and remodeling
"Superb!!!! On time and ready to go! Handrails were ordered and cabinet, prep work, clean up, and installation went very well. Fast, detailed, and overall great attitude when communicating what needs to be done, when, and to my approval. Five star recommendation indeed! Cheers!"
Kevin W on October 2024
Complete Construction Solutions is your one-stop shop offering all kinds of construction services, from residential to commercial, with high-end, trusted quality you can count on. Everything from plumbing and electric, general construction, painting, remodeling and handyman services. We are here to help you from small tasks ranging as small as a two-hour job to full-scale building construction and remodeling
"Superb!!!! On time and ready to go! Handrails were ordered and cabinet, prep work, clean up, and installation went very well. Fast, detailed, and overall great attitude when communicating what needs to be done, when, and to my approval. Five star recommendation indeed! Cheers!"
Kevin W on October 2024
A dryer vent allows warm, moist air from inside the clothes dryer unit to escape to the outdoors. Without one, the warm air and moisture remain in your home, leading to mold, rot, and higher cooling bills over time. This project requires cutting a hole in the exterior of your home, so you should hire a professional contractor or carpenter to perform the work.
Use rigid metal when the duct runs behind walls, under floors, or through ceilings—it’s durable and clears lint efficiently. Semi‑rigid metal works well for short, visible sections that need a little flexibility. Your installer will match the material to the layout, but steer clear of flexible foil or vinyl hoses, as they can trap lint and increase the fire risk.
In tight spaces—a compact laundry room, kitchen, or bathroom—a slim or periscope duct lets the dryer sit close to the wall and still vent efficiently. This approach permits the dryer to sit close to the wall while ensuring efficient airflow. Slim vents offer a wide, rectangular design that fits perfectly in confined areas and can be installed vertically, horizontally, or diagonally. If allowed by local codes, surface-mounted ductwork further enhances accessibility and safety.
Plan on hiring a dryer vent cleaning professional to visit your home once a year to keep airflow strong and reduce fire risk. Large households or extra‑long vents may need a check every six months. Regular service sweeps out lint, spots damage early, and helps the dryer run more efficiently.
Qualified professionals for dryer vent installation include HVAC installers who deliver unmatched expertise for safe, secure installations. Experienced handypersons, plumbers, and roofers also perform these projects when the job is simple or when the vent pathway is clearly accessible. An HVAC installer guarantees a proper, code-compliant installation. For complex installations involving concealed ducts or challenging routes, always choose a specialist with a solid track record.
The maximum allowable dryer vent length is set at 25 to 35 feet by local building codes. Any 90-degree turn in the vent layout reduces this maximum by five feet. This exact measurement ensures efficient airflow and minimizes lint buildup, thereby enhancing safety. Adhere to your local code requirements to guarantee a proper and safe installation.