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Central a/c installers in Dunn

Ideal Services Company
109 Norwalk Street
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Ideal Services Company
109 Norwalk Street
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
11 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

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"This company not only diagnosed the root cause of my problem, they also proactively looked at other potential risks at a system level to avoid sudden sysem failure due to weak points."

Tim L on March 2009

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"This company not only diagnosed the root cause of my problem, they also proactively looked at other potential risks at a system level to avoid sudden sysem failure due to weak points."

Tim L on March 2009


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Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
638
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Approved Pro
Cape Fear Air, Electric & Plumbing
9400 Ransdell Rd
4.78(
638
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
2484 local quotes requested

Cape Fear Air Conditioning, Heating, & Electric Inc. is an air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical contractor with two locations to Serve You! Fayetteville, NC (910) 483-8790 and Raleigh, NC (919) 322-2000. We have been serving the Triangle and Fayetteville areas since 1973. Nobody knows Trane like we do...... We are the oldest Trane dealer in town! Our trained professionals sell, service and install all major brands as well. We repair and replace: Air conditioning systems • Heat pumps • Gas Package units • Heat Pump Package units• Duct systems • Gas furnaces • Air handlers • Mini Split Systems • Air cleaners • Ultra Violet Air Purification and Humidifiers We can provide our commercial and residential customers with affordable heating and cooling systems to fit their lifestyles and budgets. We offer water heater installation, plumbing repairs and service, and electrical as well. To better serve our customers, we offer 24-hour emergency service six days a week. We also provide same-day service and repairs. Financing is available and we offer extended warranties! Cape Fear Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. values your business and will work hard to maintain your complete satisfaction. Call us today to schedule service or request an estimate.

"What an amazing experience Cape Fear Air Electric and Plumbing was fast, friendly, and very professional!!!! I highly recommend CFAEP!!!"

Faye S on March 2025

Cape Fear Air Conditioning, Heating, & Electric Inc. is an air conditioning, heating, plumbing and electrical contractor with two locations to Serve You! Fayetteville, NC (910) 483-8790 and Raleigh, NC (919) 322-2000. We have been serving the Triangle and Fayetteville areas since 1973. Nobody knows Trane like we do...... We are the oldest Trane dealer in town! Our trained professionals sell, service and install all major brands as well. We repair and replace: Air conditioning systems • Heat pumps • Gas Package units • Heat Pump Package units• Duct systems • Gas furnaces • Air handlers • Mini Split Systems • Air cleaners • Ultra Violet Air Purification and Humidifiers We can provide our commercial and residential customers with affordable heating and cooling systems to fit their lifestyles and budgets. We offer water heater installation, plumbing repairs and service, and electrical as well. To better serve our customers, we offer 24-hour emergency service six days a week. We also provide same-day service and repairs. Financing is available and we offer extended warranties! Cape Fear Air Conditioning & Heating Co., Inc. values your business and will work hard to maintain your complete satisfaction. Call us today to schedule service or request an estimate.

"What an amazing experience Cape Fear Air Electric and Plumbing was fast, friendly, and very professional!!!! I highly recommend CFAEP!!!"

Faye S on March 2025


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Comfort Monster Heating & Air / G&M
4509 Creedmoor Rd
4.69(
42
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Approved Pro
Comfort Monster Heating & Air / G&M
4509 Creedmoor Rd
4.69(
42
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
621 local quotes requested

At Comfort Monster, we live by our motto, "Service So Good... It's Scary!" There are reasons why we were recently voted IndyWeek's Best of the Triangle for HVAC, why we have such a high rating on Angie's List and other review sites, and why our customers call us back to their homes year after year. Our technicians average more than 10 years of experience, and they get no incentives for selling you anything. Their focus is on helping you make informed HVAC decisions, not pushing services you don't need. Our system replacement estimates are always no-obligation and 100% free, and we will make financing your new system easy. A few of our credentials: NATE certified, Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, licensed and insured.

"Everything was great! Tim was wonderful to work with, showed up early for each appointment, and CM's use of technology is very much appreciated."

Brittany J on August 2023

At Comfort Monster, we live by our motto, "Service So Good... It's Scary!" There are reasons why we were recently voted IndyWeek's Best of the Triangle for HVAC, why we have such a high rating on Angie's List and other review sites, and why our customers call us back to their homes year after year. Our technicians average more than 10 years of experience, and they get no incentives for selling you anything. Their focus is on helping you make informed HVAC decisions, not pushing services you don't need. Our system replacement estimates are always no-obligation and 100% free, and we will make financing your new system easy. A few of our credentials: NATE certified, Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, licensed and insured.

"Everything was great! Tim was wonderful to work with, showed up early for each appointment, and CM's use of technology is very much appreciated."

Brittany J on August 2023


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Air Experts Heating & Cooling
7 Rupert Rd
4.71(
3,266
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Approved Pro
Air Experts Heating & Cooling
7 Rupert Rd
4.71(
3,266
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
977 local quotes requested

We keep your heating, cooling, and plumbing equipment working properly and performing at peak efficiency while ensuring your comfort and keeping your air safe. We guarantee 100% satisfaction with all our work. The professionals at Air Experts have been providing comprehensive HVAC services to the residents of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill since 1986.

"Excellent and professional folks. Very courteous"

Guruprasad H on March 2025

We keep your heating, cooling, and plumbing equipment working properly and performing at peak efficiency while ensuring your comfort and keeping your air safe. We guarantee 100% satisfaction with all our work. The professionals at Air Experts have been providing comprehensive HVAC services to the residents of Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill since 1986.

"Excellent and professional folks. Very courteous"

Guruprasad H on March 2025


Avatar for Advanced Appliance & Air Repair LLC
Advanced Appliance & Air Repair LLC
380 Moores Pond Rd
4.69(
95
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Approved Pro
Advanced Appliance & Air Repair LLC
380 Moores Pond Rd
4.69(
95
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
985 local quotes requested

Advanced Appliance & Air Repair is a small family owned business based in central North Carolina with strong Christian values. Our goal is to provide you with technical service which is prompt, courteous, competent, honest, and at a fair price. We believe continually striving for this goal will ensure our survival and you will seek us again and again for your service needs.

"Excellent. The crew was on time, were Covid prepared, and very informative re costs and what they could do. The part was ordered and installed in a week. Despite the cost of the part, they recommended that we keep our machine because, in their experience, Maytags of that vintage were far superior in reliability than a replacement would be. We trusted their straight talk and they came through."

Paul H on February 2021

Advanced Appliance & Air Repair is a small family owned business based in central North Carolina with strong Christian values. Our goal is to provide you with technical service which is prompt, courteous, competent, honest, and at a fair price. We believe continually striving for this goal will ensure our survival and you will seek us again and again for your service needs.

"Excellent. The crew was on time, were Covid prepared, and very informative re costs and what they could do. The part was ordered and installed in a week. Despite the cost of the part, they recommended that we keep our machine because, in their experience, Maytags of that vintage were far superior in reliability than a replacement would be. We trusted their straight talk and they came through."

Paul H on February 2021


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Strong Quality HVAC Home Improvement
N/A
5.00(
44
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Approved Pro
Strong Quality HVAC Home Improvement
N/A
5.00(
44
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
609 local quotes requested

21 years in the business with specializing in Heat & Air, Refrigeration and Home Improvement. Serving in the area codes of 919, 252, 336, 910, 704. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing.

"Can’t say enough good things about this company. Used them several times since buying our home, always professional and great prices!"

George J on July 2024

21 years in the business with specializing in Heat & Air, Refrigeration and Home Improvement. Serving in the area codes of 919, 252, 336, 910, 704. We've built an excellent reputation for customer satisfaction by providing quick estimates, a great attention to detail, and competitive pricing.

"Can’t say enough good things about this company. Used them several times since buying our home, always professional and great prices!"

George J on July 2024


Jonathan Mcneil HVAC
12 Durbin Place
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Jonathan Mcneil HVAC
12 Durbin Place
5.00(
13
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
742 local quotes requested

Licensed and insured independent Heating and Air Conditioning contractor. 15 years experience. Locally owned and operated. The owner is present on every job.

"Mr. Mcneil went out of his way to come at the end of a long day on a Friday evening to repair my furnace because the weather was predicted to be cold over the weekend. Originally he had said he would come on Monday, but he said he realized that the weather would make it an uncomfortable weekend for me and came after 6 PM to help me out. So I was comfortable all weekend because of his concern. He fixed the problem with in a half an hour. Also because of the Pandemic, I really appreciated his effort to stay far away from me and to not come into my house. We communicated by phone or at a great distance outside. This was very much appreciated."

Lucy B on April 2020

Licensed and insured independent Heating and Air Conditioning contractor. 15 years experience. Locally owned and operated. The owner is present on every job.

"Mr. Mcneil went out of his way to come at the end of a long day on a Friday evening to repair my furnace because the weather was predicted to be cold over the weekend. Originally he had said he would come on Monday, but he said he realized that the weather would make it an uncomfortable weekend for me and came after 6 PM to help me out. So I was comfortable all weekend because of his concern. He fixed the problem with in a half an hour. Also because of the Pandemic, I really appreciated his effort to stay far away from me and to not come into my house. We communicated by phone or at a great distance outside. This was very much appreciated."

Lucy B on April 2020


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JH services
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
JH services
5.00(
12
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
9 years of experience

Handyman $80 phr. minimun one hr. Offering Quotes by proyect payment types acepted: Zelle or cash services provided Window Replacement Door Replacement and Repair screen porch Repairs and install Roof Leaks Repairs and Replacement Deck Repair and built Furniture Asembly Painting interior Demolition jobs drywall Repairs and instalation Toilet Removal and Replacement Vanity Removal and Replacement Water fauced Removal and Replacement Kitchen sink Leaks Repair Playgrounds Asembly

"Jesus and his team did excellent work! I’m very pleased with the results. They were priced very fair, performed amazing work, and left the site very clean! I’m hiring them again for our next project! We highly recommend them."

Krissy M on April 2025

Handyman $80 phr. minimun one hr. Offering Quotes by proyect payment types acepted: Zelle or cash services provided Window Replacement Door Replacement and Repair screen porch Repairs and install Roof Leaks Repairs and Replacement Deck Repair and built Furniture Asembly Painting interior Demolition jobs drywall Repairs and instalation Toilet Removal and Replacement Vanity Removal and Replacement Water fauced Removal and Replacement Kitchen sink Leaks Repair Playgrounds Asembly

"Jesus and his team did excellent work! I’m very pleased with the results. They were priced very fair, performed amazing work, and left the site very clean! I’m hiring them again for our next project! We highly recommend them."

Krissy M on April 2025


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Expert Enhancements
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Expert Enhancements
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1199 local quotes requested

Our mission is to provide each and every customer with a personalized experience. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent service from beginning to end"

Evelyn D on December 2024

Our mission is to provide each and every customer with a personalized experience. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Excellent service from beginning to end"

Evelyn D on December 2024


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C&K Homeflips
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
C&K Homeflips
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
865 local quotes requested

Choose C&K Homeflips! With 10+ years of experience, we offer a wide span of handyman services. We provide quality honest workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. We can handle electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and more, No Job Too Big Or Small! We have a good working relationship with each client to understand their needs and preferences. Our Commitment to our customers satisfaction means A LOT. Psalm 112:5 "It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice."

"Highly recommend! Great service and attention to detail."

Robert E on August 2023

Choose C&K Homeflips! With 10+ years of experience, we offer a wide span of handyman services. We provide quality honest workmanship and excellent customer service to ensure your home is well-maintained and fully functional. We can handle electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and more, No Job Too Big Or Small! We have a good working relationship with each client to understand their needs and preferences. Our Commitment to our customers satisfaction means A LOT. Psalm 112:5 "It is well with the man who deals generously and lends; who conducts his affairs with justice."

"Highly recommend! Great service and attention to detail."

Robert E on August 2023

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Central a/c installations FAQs

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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