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Avatar for AK Aire, LLC
AK Aire, LLC
1583 Livingston Ave, Ste 1
4.82(
104
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AK Aire, LLC
1583 Livingston Ave, Ste 1
4.82(
104
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
96 local quotes requested

WE HAVE WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR! AK AIRE has evolved into AK Home Services a multi-service contracting business, providing exceptional service in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Generators throughout New Jersey. Founded in 2007 and based out of North Brunswick, AK is a family-owned and operated company. It is staffed with fully trained, dedicated, and licensed technicians. We take enormous pride in our work and when you choose AK Home Services as your contractor, you are making the best choice for all your heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, and generator needs.

"They were very knowledgeable and gave you options. A pleasure to work with them."

Richard V on May 2023

WE HAVE WHAT YOU ARE LOOKING FOR! AK AIRE has evolved into AK Home Services a multi-service contracting business, providing exceptional service in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Generators throughout New Jersey. Founded in 2007 and based out of North Brunswick, AK is a family-owned and operated company. It is staffed with fully trained, dedicated, and licensed technicians. We take enormous pride in our work and when you choose AK Home Services as your contractor, you are making the best choice for all your heating, cooling, plumbing, electrical, and generator needs.

"They were very knowledgeable and gave you options. A pleasure to work with them."

Richard V on May 2023


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All Air Systems Heating & Cooling, LLC
120 Francis St, Ste 9
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
All Air Systems Heating & Cooling, LLC
120 Francis St, Ste 9
5.00(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
35 years of experience

Our mission at All Air Systems Heating & Cooling, LLC is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! All Air Systems Heating & Cooling, LLC stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"Kenny was absolutely phenomenal at, addressing our needs immediately and efficiently. He was transparent throughout the whole process, and made sure we felt comfortable making decisions around the furnace and HVAC. I look forward to hiring Kenny and team again in the future when needed."

Bianca d on March 2024

Our mission at All Air Systems Heating & Cooling, LLC is to continue the growth of our business by doing right by all of our clients. We love seeing that one of a kind smile on a home owners face at the end of a project! All Air Systems Heating & Cooling, LLC stacks up with the competition and surpasses it with competitive prices, second to none workmanship and a prompt/responsive team! We give you quality that you can measure, and a finished product that will enhance your home forever. Call us today!

"Kenny was absolutely phenomenal at, addressing our needs immediately and efficiently. He was transparent throughout the whole process, and made sure we felt comfortable making decisions around the furnace and HVAC. I look forward to hiring Kenny and team again in the future when needed."

Bianca d on March 2024


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Akshar HVAC LLC
10 South River Rd, Suite 3
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Akshar HVAC LLC
10 South River Rd, Suite 3
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
18 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Akshar HVAC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

Akshar HVAC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.


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FIRST CHOICE PLUMBING & HVAC LLC
120 Liberty St 08816
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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FIRST CHOICE PLUMBING & HVAC LLC
120 Liberty St 08816
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
18 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!


ARK Heating & Air Conditioning
1167 Lakehurst Avenue
4.84(
25
)
Approved Pro
ARK Heating & Air Conditioning
1167 Lakehurst Avenue
4.84(
25
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

Serving Monmouth, Ocean & Mercer.

"Ross from ARK Heating & AC installed a new AC / Furnace in our single family house. He shows up on time as scheduled, performs the work and completely cleans up afterwards. Both he and his crew are polite and courteous from start to finish. Ross is skilled, honest and offers competitive prices. I would not hesitate to hire him again."

Harold M on February 2020

Serving Monmouth, Ocean & Mercer.

"Ross from ARK Heating & AC installed a new AC / Furnace in our single family house. He shows up on time as scheduled, performs the work and completely cleans up afterwards. Both he and his crew are polite and courteous from start to finish. Ross is skilled, honest and offers competitive prices. I would not hesitate to hire him again."

Harold M on February 2020


Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC
66 Buckingham Drive
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC
66 Buckingham Drive
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Call today in the Jackson area. I offer a 30-45 day followup checkup, on every job, at no charge, which is unique in the industry.

"Took a week to get part, but Keith was always in contact with me and did not keep me waiting for an answer. Would recommend him to anyone with an air conditioning problem."

undefined on July 2019

We have the experience and we are committed to providing quality workmanship and superior customer service on all our applications. We at Alpine Mechanical Solutions, LLC strive to maintain our reputation as a high quality, very service oriented company with our main focus being customer satisfaction. Call today in the Jackson area. I offer a 30-45 day followup checkup, on every job, at no charge, which is unique in the industry.

"Took a week to get part, but Keith was always in contact with me and did not keep me waiting for an answer. Would recommend him to anyone with an air conditioning problem."

undefined on July 2019


Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020

Since its founding in 1971, Princeton Air has operated by the same simple belief: Provide nothing but the best products & services at a fair market value; and 49 Years later, Princeton Air has become the area?s Premier comfort provider, attending to the needs of our region?s most discerning clientele. You can trust our team of experienced, certified representatives & technicians to provide efficient, timely service, offering nothing but the best equipment available today. For all of your home or business's Heating, Cooling, Hot Water & Plumbing, Indoor Air Quality, Backup Power, Insulation & Air Sealing needs and so much more, Princeton Air's goal is simply to be your one-stop comfort provider and if you haven't yet given us the chance to prove to you what makes Princeton Air different, you are hereby officially invited to experience the difference for yourself! With COVID-19, your safety and well being is our #1 priority. For our protocol, visit: www.tinyurl.com/qv6sp28.

"Excellent service"

Pradeep P on February 2020


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BC HVAC Services, LLC
33 Driftwood Drive
4.92(
260
)
Approved Pro
BC HVAC Services, LLC
33 Driftwood Drive
4.92(
260
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 local quotes requested

BC HVAC Services is a premier HVAC contractor proudly serving Monmouth, Ocean & Middlesex County, NJ with over 35 years experience. We specialize in all types of HVAC service, repair, replacement, and installation on all types of systems including natural gas furnaces and air conditioning units. We pride ourselves on our customer service, professionalism, and attention to detail. We created BC HVAC to create an honest alternative for homeowners looking for a dependable, responsible HVAC professional to give them a genuinely truthful assessment of their situation. We look forward to working with you and exceeding your expectations. Email bchvacservices@gmail.com or Call / text today for a free estimate. 732-861-5947. Benny

"Excellent install, did complete gas furance and AC replacement. Quote included higher rated (according to Consumer Reports) equipment than other contractors, and still had competitive bid. I liked that I talked directly to the Owner and not some corporate call center."

Edward M on April 2025

BC HVAC Services is a premier HVAC contractor proudly serving Monmouth, Ocean & Middlesex County, NJ with over 35 years experience. We specialize in all types of HVAC service, repair, replacement, and installation on all types of systems including natural gas furnaces and air conditioning units. We pride ourselves on our customer service, professionalism, and attention to detail. We created BC HVAC to create an honest alternative for homeowners looking for a dependable, responsible HVAC professional to give them a genuinely truthful assessment of their situation. We look forward to working with you and exceeding your expectations. Email bchvacservices@gmail.com or Call / text today for a free estimate. 732-861-5947. Benny

"Excellent install, did complete gas furance and AC replacement. Quote included higher rated (according to Consumer Reports) equipment than other contractors, and still had competitive bid. I liked that I talked directly to the Owner and not some corporate call center."

Edward M on April 2025


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Gold Medal Services, LLC
45 Park Rd.
4.06(
127
)
Approved Pro
Gold Medal Services, LLC
45 Park Rd.
4.06(
127
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
20 local quotes requested
47 years of experience

Gold Medal Plumbing, Inc., warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the covered repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"The Tech was right on time. He was very professional and clearly knows his trade inside and out. Explained everything to me, really he did an outstanding job. I wish I could remember his name !!!"

Will J on December 2024

Gold Medal Plumbing, Inc., warrants and guarantees to the original purchaser, that should Customer accept and purchase Gold Medal’s recommended repair, such repair shall be free from defect in materials and workmanship under normal use and conditions for as long as the Customer owns the residence in which the recommended repair was provided or until the Unit in which the covered repair was performed, if applicable, is replaced.

"The Tech was right on time. He was very professional and clearly knows his trade inside and out. Explained everything to me, really he did an outstanding job. I wish I could remember his name !!!"

Will J on December 2024


Avatar for One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
1130 Ship Avenue
4.55(
367
)
Approved Pro
One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning
1130 Ship Avenue
4.55(
367
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning has a stafff of highly trained, friendly heating and conditioning service and installation technicians with a commitment to helping our valued customers in your area, maintain a comfortable, consistent temperature and environment in your home throughout the entire season. We offer convenient appointment scheduling online and phone, several financing options, and nothing is more important to our team than 100% client satisfaction on every project. In addition to HVAC repairs, replacements and installations, we can help with air quality, ducts and maintenance. It is the One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning difference that keeps you, our customer, happy, safe and COMFORTABLE. We pride ourselves with our on-time guarantee. "Always on time, or you don't pay a dime". We have highly skilled professionals, clean and friendly HVAC technicians and straight forward pricing Experience the One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning difference in your area today!

"Decent price and gave many options to choose from."

Emilio P on January 2025

One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning has a stafff of highly trained, friendly heating and conditioning service and installation technicians with a commitment to helping our valued customers in your area, maintain a comfortable, consistent temperature and environment in your home throughout the entire season. We offer convenient appointment scheduling online and phone, several financing options, and nothing is more important to our team than 100% client satisfaction on every project. In addition to HVAC repairs, replacements and installations, we can help with air quality, ducts and maintenance. It is the One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning difference that keeps you, our customer, happy, safe and COMFORTABLE. We pride ourselves with our on-time guarantee. "Always on time, or you don't pay a dime". We have highly skilled professionals, clean and friendly HVAC technicians and straight forward pricing Experience the One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning difference in your area today!

"Decent price and gave many options to choose from."

Emilio P on January 2025

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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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