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Central a/c installers in Linden

Superior Tech HVAC & R, Inc.
366 Mechanic Street
5.00(
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Superior Tech HVAC & R, Inc.
366 Mechanic Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
31 years of experience

At Superior Tech HVAC and R, Inc., our services are unmatched amongst the rest. We specialize in all HVAC installations and repair the New Jersey area. Call today for a free estimate! We look forward to working with you.

"very professional and prompt"

Dean C on April 2016

At Superior Tech HVAC and R, Inc., our services are unmatched amongst the rest. We specialize in all HVAC installations and repair the New Jersey area. Call today for a free estimate! We look forward to working with you.

"very professional and prompt"

Dean C on April 2016


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MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
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MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

is committed to excellence 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

"They did a good job replacing the 220v outlet to 120v. Good pricing too."

Maria Cecilia R on May 2024

is committed to excellence 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

"They did a good job replacing the 220v outlet to 120v. Good pricing too."

Maria Cecilia R on May 2024


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SOS Work Services
35 Fadem Road
4.74(
118
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SOS Work Services
35 Fadem Road
4.74(
118
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

At SOS Work Services, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the customers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"SOS installed my gas boiler and did a great job and were on time and very clean. I would highly recommend this company for their realistic prices and ease of dealing with."

Paul B on January 2025

At SOS Work Services, we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the customers' needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. To understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"SOS installed my gas boiler and did a great job and were on time and very clean. I would highly recommend this company for their realistic prices and ease of dealing with."

Paul B on January 2025


Princeton Air Conditioning
39 Everett Drive
4.75(
2
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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


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
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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


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Martin S. Genser
670 Norman Place
4.88(
32
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Martin S. Genser
670 Norman Place
4.88(
32
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

To let you know that I beat cancer in my bladder and I am ready to work again. At Martin S. Genser, LLC. we offer you over 25 years experience in the field of HVAC and home improvements. We work clean and neat. "Treating your Home as if it were Our own." We offer emergency service, full repair service, equipment replacement service, or complete new installations. We are fully insured, licensed and look forward to working with you. Please feel free to give us a call any time day or night, there is no additional charge for emergency service. Aside from doing HVAC, we also do home improvements and complete renovations such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens, ceramic tile, painting, pressure washing of decks, and anything else you may think of under your roof. If you are tired of paying too much and being taken over the coals, why not give us a call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanks for your time.

"We had problems with our furnace and he explained as to what the problem was and came back the next day and work was done . Greatly recommend him ."

Joyce M on December 2020

To let you know that I beat cancer in my bladder and I am ready to work again. At Martin S. Genser, LLC. we offer you over 25 years experience in the field of HVAC and home improvements. We work clean and neat. "Treating your Home as if it were Our own." We offer emergency service, full repair service, equipment replacement service, or complete new installations. We are fully insured, licensed and look forward to working with you. Please feel free to give us a call any time day or night, there is no additional charge for emergency service. Aside from doing HVAC, we also do home improvements and complete renovations such as basements, bathrooms, kitchens, ceramic tile, painting, pressure washing of decks, and anything else you may think of under your roof. If you are tired of paying too much and being taken over the coals, why not give us a call. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thanks for your time.

"We had problems with our furnace and he explained as to what the problem was and came back the next day and work was done . Greatly recommend him ."

Joyce M on December 2020


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Pipe Works Services, Inc.
33 River Road
4.22(
64
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Pipe Works Services, Inc.
33 River Road
4.22(
64
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!

"Timely and well done"

John B on December 2024

We are the premier plumbing, heating, air conditioning, drain cleaning, electrical and insulation company serving the New Jersey area for the last two decades. We pride ourselves as the number one service company. Call today!

"Timely and well done"

John B on December 2024


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LIV AIR
5.00(
6
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LIV AIR
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
2613 local quotes requested

Air Conditioning and Heating Services - We're a team of experienced and qualified HVAC technicians dedicated to providing exceptional service, expert repairs, and top-notch installations for your Cooling and Heating systems.

"Liv Air was very professional and friendly! I would hire them again!"

Leticia P on November 2024

Air Conditioning and Heating Services - We're a team of experienced and qualified HVAC technicians dedicated to providing exceptional service, expert repairs, and top-notch installations for your Cooling and Heating systems.

"Liv Air was very professional and friendly! I would hire them again!"

Leticia P on November 2024


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All In One Handyman Services
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
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All In One Handyman Services
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Two very experienced, willing to work friends who are here for all of your handyman needs! Experienced in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and much more!

Two very experienced, willing to work friends who are here for all of your handyman needs! Experienced in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and much more!


Spartan Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
220 North 14th Street
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Spartan Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
220 North 14th Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
12 years of experience

We are a Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling Contractor with over over 24 years of experience in the field. With a strong focus on customer service and satisfaction at the top of our priorities. We strive to be the best at our trade and provide the customer with a unique experience with 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

"Great he showed up early, great communication and did a very clean job. No mess whatsoever."

Nuno A on August 2024

We are a Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling Contractor with over over 24 years of experience in the field. With a strong focus on customer service and satisfaction at the top of our priorities. We strive to be the best at our trade and provide the customer with a unique experience with 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

"Great he showed up early, great communication and did a very clean job. No mess whatsoever."

Nuno A on August 2024

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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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