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Avatar for Chrismon Heating & Cooling
Chrismon Heating & Cooling
4.7(
200
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The repairman was friendly and efficient - he quickly diagnosed the problem and got the unit cooling again."
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Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
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ARS / Rescue Rooter Durham
4.3(
72
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Tech was called about noise from the downstairs unit only took him 5mins to repair the noise he was great"
System Installation
214 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
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Aire Serv of Liberty
4.8(
94
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick response, polite and very professional. Stephanie, the technician, explained in details what the issue with my central air unit was. Explained the options to repair and costs. Stephanie fix the issue , was very professional and answered all my questions."
Maintenance / Unit Recondition
Attic Power Ventilators
Heat Pump Repair
Heat Pump Repair
Unit Recondition/Maint

+7

Response time3 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Miller Services HVAC Inc -
4.9(
63
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've worked with them for 12 years, high integrity, quick service and always honest."
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Miller HVAC Parts
Miller HVAC Parts
Sheet Metal Work

+8

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Empire Heating & Air
4.8(
9
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very quick and professional response from the company. Tech Curtis responded quickly, arrived on time, very knowledgeable, diagnosed the issue and repaired immediately. Would definitely hire again and recommend!"
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+4

12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Shamrock Heating and Air
4.1(
239
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was blown away by my experience with Shamrock. 2 other companies told me I needed a new unit and that my 6 yr old unit was basically junk. Shamrock found the small hole instantly ( others did not even check for it), showed me exactly what was wrong and what would fix it, came the following morning and repaired my unit for a fraction of what it would've cost me anywhere else. My AC has been running perfectly ever since. Will and Bobby were nothing short of professional, caring and efficient. I highly recommend their services and can't thank them enough for their honesty and expertise!"
Repair
Response time4 hrs
117 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Prestige Heating & Air
4.4(
35
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Fast professional most reasonable. I will ues this company when needed in the future."
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1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by65%of homeowners
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EW Property Maintenance
4.5(
64
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Customers say: Quality work

"Very nice guy. Showed up when he said he would. Had my furnace up and running within 5-10 minutes. Very reasonable price. Will most definitely call him next time I have a problem."
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Call Dad, LLC
3.9(
44
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician was thorough and completed the repair in a timely manner. The entire process from start to finish was addressed professionally."
AC Unit
Air Handler/Furnace
Response time3 hrs
Response rate87%
227 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Calderon Heating and Cooling Inc
4.3(
60
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Winston Salem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"This is a family-based company and the quality of their work exceeded my expectations!!! They offered extremely competitive prices, completed the job in an efficient and timely manner. I will continue to employ this company for ALL of my interior and exterior needs. I highly recommend them to anyone looking n need of interior and/or exterior home repairs, painting, and other remodeling and repairing projects. Highly professional and extremely courteous!!!"
Cooling Solutions
Response time3 days
Response rate87%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Winston Salem, NC

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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