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Central a/c installers in Essex Junction

Avatar for Call The Whale
Call The Whale
606 Rotax Rd
4.50(
422
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Approved Pro
Call The Whale
606 Rotax Rd
4.50(
422
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

Here at Call The Whale, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Overcharged by WAY too much. The hydrostat charge was $862.90, and they installed a different brand than was on the invoice. The cost on Amazon for that unit is $188. Taco Zone Valve charged $745.56: valve on Amazon: $134.00 Same with other charges $3609.80 total. Less than 3 hours labor x 2 guys... who showed up late in the day when they scheduled for the morning."

Rick H on November 2022

Here at Call The Whale, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Overcharged by WAY too much. The hydrostat charge was $862.90, and they installed a different brand than was on the invoice. The cost on Amazon for that unit is $188. Taco Zone Valve charged $745.56: valve on Amazon: $134.00 Same with other charges $3609.80 total. Less than 3 hours labor x 2 guys... who showed up late in the day when they scheduled for the morning."

Rick H on November 2022


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Northern Oakes Property Management LLC
785 Jacobs Road
3.67(
3
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Approved Pro
Northern Oakes Property Management LLC
785 Jacobs Road
3.67(
3
)
Approved Pro
155 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Hi there! My name is Dakota, with Northern Oakes Property Management! I specialize in your general Property Maintenance duties. Deck Building, lawn care, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, welding, painting, carpentry, and more. I have 10 years of experience in residential, commercial, and industrial maintenance combined. (Angi asks that all service companies attest to their compliance with state and local licensing laws governing their trade(s). As of the above date, this company did not hold the Vermont Plumbing and Electrical Licenses and agreed not to solicit work governed by this credential from Angi consumers.) All electric work and plumbing work is performed by VT state licensed contractors.

"Dakota is not a licensed plumber or electrician. If he is doing that kind of work for you, his insurance will not over any accidents or injury."

shawn b on October 2024

Hi there! My name is Dakota, with Northern Oakes Property Management! I specialize in your general Property Maintenance duties. Deck Building, lawn care, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, welding, painting, carpentry, and more. I have 10 years of experience in residential, commercial, and industrial maintenance combined. (Angi asks that all service companies attest to their compliance with state and local licensing laws governing their trade(s). As of the above date, this company did not hold the Vermont Plumbing and Electrical Licenses and agreed not to solicit work governed by this credential from Angi consumers.) All electric work and plumbing work is performed by VT state licensed contractors.

"Dakota is not a licensed plumber or electrician. If he is doing that kind of work for you, his insurance will not over any accidents or injury."

shawn b on October 2024


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Baker Contracting
114 Highland Terrace
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
Baker Contracting
114 Highland Terrace
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
154 local quotes requested

Handyman with several years of frame to finish carpentry and general building experience. Anything from building complete structures to junk removal. You name it and I’ll let you know if I can do it! I take pride in doing quality work along with timely and transparent communication with clients.

"Spencer did a great job repairing our front stairs. Not only was the work performed high quality and professional, he worked with us to find a solution that fit our budget and communicated clearly with us every step of the way. Would definitely recommend!"

Kayla M on December 2024

Handyman with several years of frame to finish carpentry and general building experience. Anything from building complete structures to junk removal. You name it and I’ll let you know if I can do it! I take pride in doing quality work along with timely and transparent communication with clients.

"Spencer did a great job repairing our front stairs. Not only was the work performed high quality and professional, he worked with us to find a solution that fit our budget and communicated clearly with us every step of the way. Would definitely recommend!"

Kayla M on December 2024


Lone Wolf Energy
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Lone Wolf Energy
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
62 local quotes requested

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Completed the job ahead of schedule, under budget and did quality work. 100% would recommend"

Mike J on February 2025

We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Check out our services offered and call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Completed the job ahead of schedule, under budget and did quality work. 100% would recommend"

Mike J on February 2025


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Preventative maintenance mechanical
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Preventative maintenance mechanical
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
108 local quotes requested
Free onsite estimate

Preventative maintenance mechanical is local VT business. We specialize in heat pumps and central air systems, hydronics,indoor air quality, duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning. As well as other commercial services. We are connected through efficiency Vermont and are interested in helping the homeowner get there best deals on equipment and getting the job done right

Preventative maintenance mechanical is local VT business. We specialize in heat pumps and central air systems, hydronics,indoor air quality, duct cleaning and dryer vent cleaning. As well as other commercial services. We are connected through efficiency Vermont and are interested in helping the homeowner get there best deals on equipment and getting the job done right


Josue
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Josue
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2 years of experience

Me and my team do painting, siding, carpentry, we do whatever need to be done. We guarantee the work and do it with the best tools, efficient and fast.

Me and my team do painting, siding, carpentry, we do whatever need to be done. We guarantee the work and do it with the best tools, efficient and fast.


HARRINGTON'S NATURAL GAS SERVICES
76 Brigham Hill Rd
4.92(
50
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HARRINGTON'S NATURAL GAS SERVICES
76 Brigham Hill Rd
4.92(
50
)
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers

30+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN TECHNICAL SERVICE, AND INSTALLATION OF NATURAL GAS HEATING SYSTEMS ,FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED. CHARGES AN HOURLY RATE. SENIOR DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE . EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOURS SERVICE.

"We have had the pleasure of Todd's plumbing service since we moved to the area several yrs ago. We feel very fortunate to have his services: a nice person, very professional, knowledgeable efficient and completely trustworthy. He is personally very concerned that we are completely happy with his work and demeanor and we always are. He knows our Baxi system inside and out. We would never hire anyone else to do work on our heating systems."

Donald M on May 2020

30+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE IN TECHNICAL SERVICE, AND INSTALLATION OF NATURAL GAS HEATING SYSTEMS ,FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED. CHARGES AN HOURLY RATE. SENIOR DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE . EXTRA CHARGE FOR AFTER HOURS SERVICE.

"We have had the pleasure of Todd's plumbing service since we moved to the area several yrs ago. We feel very fortunate to have his services: a nice person, very professional, knowledgeable efficient and completely trustworthy. He is personally very concerned that we are completely happy with his work and demeanor and we always are. He knows our Baxi system inside and out. We would never hire anyone else to do work on our heating systems."

Donald M on May 2020


Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
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Auto Transport - United Freight Of America
1844 N Nob Hill Rd
4.82(
941
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021

United Freight of America is your all inclusive transport solution. CONTACT US FOR A QUOTE. please include pick up and Drop off locations and vehicle information

"Excellent, no problems. My car was new the first year I used the service and there has never been any damage during the transports. The men picking up and delivering the car have always been pleasant and cooperative. Both Ely and Guy at United Transport has been highly responsive to my needs. I would highly recommend this company."

CLAUDIA H on October 2021


Sheridan Renovations
106 Mazza Ct
4.60(
10
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Sheridan Renovations
106 Mazza Ct
4.60(
10
)
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers

We are a growing company and If we can't fix it, it shouldn't be fixed! We do things the correct way, taking pride in our work. We have over 30 years of experience, so we have seen just about everything! Our services range from fixing your Sink, to remodeling your entire home! We specialize in both commercial and residential. For faster service please call or text 802-324-7467

"This was the most money we have ever paid anyone to do anything...ever. The Sheridans had our trust throughout the entire process. They gave an affordable quote and did awesome work. They cleaned up during each stage of the project and always communicated well with me about timing and issues that came up. Our garage dimensions were awkward and not a perfect rectangle by any means - these guys had to craft a kit of workarounds for irregular shapes and curves. Todd and Luke are good human beings with positive attitudes, and care about their integrity and their work. I hope to use them in the future."

Sawyer J on January 2020

We are a growing company and If we can't fix it, it shouldn't be fixed! We do things the correct way, taking pride in our work. We have over 30 years of experience, so we have seen just about everything! Our services range from fixing your Sink, to remodeling your entire home! We specialize in both commercial and residential. For faster service please call or text 802-324-7467

"This was the most money we have ever paid anyone to do anything...ever. The Sheridans had our trust throughout the entire process. They gave an affordable quote and did awesome work. They cleaned up during each stage of the project and always communicated well with me about timing and issues that came up. Our garage dimensions were awkward and not a perfect rectangle by any means - these guys had to craft a kit of workarounds for irregular shapes and curves. Todd and Luke are good human beings with positive attitudes, and care about their integrity and their work. I hope to use them in the future."

Sawyer J on January 2020


The fixer home repair
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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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