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Central a/c installers in La Quinta

Fountain Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
41765 Elm St Suite 201
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Fountain Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
41765 Elm St Suite 201
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
22 years of experience

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I would say this is the BEST SERVICE YOU CAN FIND for HVAC. I had an intermittently functioning heat system where we almost replaced the $300 Next thermostat and ran a 40 foot power wire through the walls, which would have cost quite a bit. Instead, a very capable man did the right testing and found we only needed a capacitor and he had one on his truck. He then spent another hour removing the dirty fan and cleaning the whole system with Shopvac and garden hose. We'd been breathing all this dusty air and did not know it. They came the day we called and everything was handled expertly after two weeks of problems with heat and incorrect solutions suggested. Highly recommended and I will save their number!"

PRESTON B on March 2024

We're dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in installation, service, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. Our company is built on honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients, and guarantee your satisfaction.

"I would say this is the BEST SERVICE YOU CAN FIND for HVAC. I had an intermittently functioning heat system where we almost replaced the $300 Next thermostat and ran a 40 foot power wire through the walls, which would have cost quite a bit. Instead, a very capable man did the right testing and found we only needed a capacitor and he had one on his truck. He then spent another hour removing the dirty fan and cleaning the whole system with Shopvac and garden hose. We'd been breathing all this dusty air and did not know it. They came the day we called and everything was handled expertly after two weeks of problems with heat and incorrect solutions suggested. Highly recommended and I will save their number!"

PRESTON B on March 2024


Esser Air Conditioning & Heating
77971 Wildcat Drive Suite C
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Esser Air Conditioning & Heating
77971 Wildcat Drive Suite C
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 local quotes requested

At Esser Air Conditioning and Heating, we put your comfort first. Our team of pros has been delivering outstanding Palm Springs air conditioning repairs and heating services for over 40 years. We operate with a focus on integrity, fairness, quality, five-star customer service, and a passion for what we do. Our service area includes Palm Springs, La Quinta, and Cathedral City, CA.

"We had a great experience with Esser. Wes was a fantastic and down to earth salesman . The install team was awesome :)"

Rachel G on December 2024

At Esser Air Conditioning and Heating, we put your comfort first. Our team of pros has been delivering outstanding Palm Springs air conditioning repairs and heating services for over 40 years. We operate with a focus on integrity, fairness, quality, five-star customer service, and a passion for what we do. Our service area includes Palm Springs, La Quinta, and Cathedral City, CA.

"We had a great experience with Esser. Wes was a fantastic and down to earth salesman . The install team was awesome :)"

Rachel G on December 2024


Acosta Mechanical, Inc.
Po Box 342
4.82(
49
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Approved Pro
Acosta Mechanical, Inc.
Po Box 342
4.82(
49
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 local quotes requested

Acosta Mechanical, Inc., has been serving the Coachella Valley and neighboring cities for over 10 years and counting. From commercial to residential and any season of the year, you can count on Acosta Mechanical, Inc., to get the job done right with honesty and quality service that characterize us.

"Very happy with Acosta Mechanical. Scheduled out the next morning after contacting Home Advisor, quickly identified and repaired the issue, (30 mins) and did so at competitive cost."

Martin C on April 2019

Acosta Mechanical, Inc., has been serving the Coachella Valley and neighboring cities for over 10 years and counting. From commercial to residential and any season of the year, you can count on Acosta Mechanical, Inc., to get the job done right with honesty and quality service that characterize us.

"Very happy with Acosta Mechanical. Scheduled out the next morning after contacting Home Advisor, quickly identified and repaired the issue, (30 mins) and did so at competitive cost."

Martin C on April 2019


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Complete Home Service Experts
42305 Washington Street Unit 260
4.67(
9
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Approved Pro
Complete Home Service Experts
42305 Washington Street Unit 260
4.67(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
43 local quotes requested
5 years of experience

Service Pros Air Conditioning and Plumbing 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 are the basis of our business.

"They were overpriced on the cost."

William T on September 2023

Service Pros Air Conditioning and Plumbing 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 are the basis of our business.

"They were overpriced on the cost."

William T on September 2023


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Comfort Air
72248 Northshore Street, Suite 101
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
Comfort Air
72248 Northshore Street, Suite 101
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

When your furnace or air-conditioning unit needs professional care, how do you decide who to call for service you can trust? At Comfort Air, we have asked our customers this very question. As a family-owned and operated business, we take your concerns to heart. Great, reliable customer service is the cornerstone of our mission statement. We back up our promises about providing A+ service with written assurances that eliminate any uncertainty you might have about whether we will do what we say. We offer a 100% guarantee on our 24/7 service. Whether you call us for a routine maintenance call or a middle-of-the-night emergency, we will do the job right and for a fair price. We proudly offer guaranteed upfront pricing. If your repairs are so extensive that it would benefit you to replace equipment, we are quick to offer options that will work with your budget while ensuring that your HVAC systems will adequately serve your home or business.

When your furnace or air-conditioning unit needs professional care, how do you decide who to call for service you can trust? At Comfort Air, we have asked our customers this very question. As a family-owned and operated business, we take your concerns to heart. Great, reliable customer service is the cornerstone of our mission statement. We back up our promises about providing A+ service with written assurances that eliminate any uncertainty you might have about whether we will do what we say. We offer a 100% guarantee on our 24/7 service. Whether you call us for a routine maintenance call or a middle-of-the-night emergency, we will do the job right and for a fair price. We proudly offer guaranteed upfront pricing. If your repairs are so extensive that it would benefit you to replace equipment, we are quick to offer options that will work with your budget while ensuring that your HVAC systems will adequately serve your home or business.


Temp Air System, Inc.
15843 Amar Rd
4.56(
16
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Temp Air System, Inc.
15843 Amar Rd
4.56(
16
)
Customers say: Quality work
1231 local quotes requested

We’ve been around since 2002 and our staff has over 20 years of experience in the field. We're knowledgeable, fully trained on a full range of HVAC products, maintenance and technology. We offer professional services and quality work because your home is the place where you should be able to breathe easy and be comfortable, no matter what time of the year it is! Aside from offering excellent services, we also offer a wide range of high technology and innovative HVAC products. When you work with Temp Air System Inc., you’ll find products that may be more efficient and overall reduce your utility costs. We make sure you're 100% satisfied and that we are 100% prepared – that’s experience you can count on! Whether you need heating or cooling services such as repair and maintenance or you need to replace your HVAC system, we’re ready to help. We offer financing at zero money down and zero interest. Payments as low as $149 for new system! (WAC) Please call us for full details!

"Temp Air personnel are responsible, honest, knowledgable, and their customer service is top of the line. They were accommodating with a scheduled that worked for us. Also, the techs that came to our house were professionals and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend them."

Yeni P on September 2020

We’ve been around since 2002 and our staff has over 20 years of experience in the field. We're knowledgeable, fully trained on a full range of HVAC products, maintenance and technology. We offer professional services and quality work because your home is the place where you should be able to breathe easy and be comfortable, no matter what time of the year it is! Aside from offering excellent services, we also offer a wide range of high technology and innovative HVAC products. When you work with Temp Air System Inc., you’ll find products that may be more efficient and overall reduce your utility costs. We make sure you're 100% satisfied and that we are 100% prepared – that’s experience you can count on! Whether you need heating or cooling services such as repair and maintenance or you need to replace your HVAC system, we’re ready to help. We offer financing at zero money down and zero interest. Payments as low as $149 for new system! (WAC) Please call us for full details!

"Temp Air personnel are responsible, honest, knowledgable, and their customer service is top of the line. They were accommodating with a scheduled that worked for us. Also, the techs that came to our house were professionals and answered all of our questions. I highly recommend them."

Yeni P on September 2020


Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
82376 Ocotillo Ave
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
82376 Ocotillo Ave
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
232 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Vasquez Landscape Management personnel were responsive professional and extended themselves to make sure all our outdoor lighting needs were met. I highly recommend this family owned company to address any outdoor needs!"

Ida R on February 2025

We specialize in all phases of landscaping design and installs, hardscaping, pavers, trees, plants, flowers, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!

"Vasquez Landscape Management personnel were responsive professional and extended themselves to make sure all our outdoor lighting needs were met. I highly recommend this family owned company to address any outdoor needs!"

Ida R on February 2025


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On Time Home Services
43397 Business Park Dr
4.94(
18
)
Approved Pro
On Time Home Services
43397 Business Park Dr
4.94(
18
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
322 local quotes requested

On Time Home Services is an HVAC company that has been putting our customers first since opening in 2005. We offer expert heating, cooling, and indoor air quality services to homes throughout Temecula and surrounding areas. To make your repair, replacement, installation, or maintenance service as convenient as possible we provide flexible scheduling, same-day appointments, and emergency after-hours and weekend repairs. With free, in-person estimates, friendly and honest customer service, and workmanship that is second to none, you can trust On Time Home Services to be your partner in comfort. Our licensed and insured technicians will go above and beyond to ensure our customers’ complete satisfaction.

"Fantastic service. Ryan and Carlos were very knowledgeable and courteous. Even had same day service. Would recommend to all family and friends! Called on when to expect them so I wasn’t waiting around."

Debbie S on April 2024

On Time Home Services is an HVAC company that has been putting our customers first since opening in 2005. We offer expert heating, cooling, and indoor air quality services to homes throughout Temecula and surrounding areas. To make your repair, replacement, installation, or maintenance service as convenient as possible we provide flexible scheduling, same-day appointments, and emergency after-hours and weekend repairs. With free, in-person estimates, friendly and honest customer service, and workmanship that is second to none, you can trust On Time Home Services to be your partner in comfort. Our licensed and insured technicians will go above and beyond to ensure our customers’ complete satisfaction.

"Fantastic service. Ryan and Carlos were very knowledgeable and courteous. Even had same day service. Would recommend to all family and friends! Called on when to expect them so I wasn’t waiting around."

Debbie S on April 2024


Gonzalez Interior & Exterior Painting
Based In
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Gonzalez Interior & Exterior Painting
Based In
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
729 local quotes requested

Hello! My name is Oswaldo Gonzalez, I have been in the home remodeling (Painting & Drywall Patching) industry for almost 25 years. Here at Gonzalez Painting we give the best customer service as well as the best prices. We will work anywhere, from the San Gabriel valley all the way to the OC & Inland Empire. Call or click for your quote today!

"I contacted Gonzalez painting to paint the outside of my house & Trim of my house and it came out gorgeous! I would definitely hire them again very friendly people :)"

Carmen l on February 2024

Hello! My name is Oswaldo Gonzalez, I have been in the home remodeling (Painting & Drywall Patching) industry for almost 25 years. Here at Gonzalez Painting we give the best customer service as well as the best prices. We will work anywhere, from the San Gabriel valley all the way to the OC & Inland Empire. Call or click for your quote today!

"I contacted Gonzalez painting to paint the outside of my house & Trim of my house and it came out gorgeous! I would definitely hire them again very friendly people :)"

Carmen l on February 2024


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Alanis Air
1937 Julie Dawn Place
4.88(
8
)
Approved Pro
Alanis Air
1937 Julie Dawn Place
4.88(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5217 local quotes requested

Commerical & Residential We serve the Temecula Valley area and The Greater San Diego Area all the way to the Border of Mexico. We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each client receives the very best service. We are licensed, bonded and insured with the state of California. We provide All HVAC needs for heating or cooling your home or office. All of our Employees have over 15 years of experience under their tool belts. Our Warranty is one of the best in the industry. All employees are background and drug tested. We specialize in Mini Splits, Central heating and cooling and duct work.

"I was really impressed with Stephan Alanis and his team from start to finish while they replaced my old HVAC system with a brand new one. It was finished about six months ago, and both units are running perfectly. I felt comfortable trusting Stephan with this project, even though it was my first time doing business with him. Despite never meeting him in person, Stephan was always just a phone call away to answer any questions or concerns I had. His pricing was super competitive, and the products he recommended have been working great so far. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for HVAC services—he and his team really know their stuff!"

Angelina H on April 2025

Commerical & Residential We serve the Temecula Valley area and The Greater San Diego Area all the way to the Border of Mexico. We continually strive to exceed expectations by ensuring that each client receives the very best service. We are licensed, bonded and insured with the state of California. We provide All HVAC needs for heating or cooling your home or office. All of our Employees have over 15 years of experience under their tool belts. Our Warranty is one of the best in the industry. All employees are background and drug tested. We specialize in Mini Splits, Central heating and cooling and duct work.

"I was really impressed with Stephan Alanis and his team from start to finish while they replaced my old HVAC system with a brand new one. It was finished about six months ago, and both units are running perfectly. I felt comfortable trusting Stephan with this project, even though it was my first time doing business with him. Despite never meeting him in person, Stephan was always just a phone call away to answer any questions or concerns I had. His pricing was super competitive, and the products he recommended have been working great so far. I’d highly recommend him to anyone looking for HVAC services—he and his team really know their stuff!"

Angelina H on April 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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