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MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
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Approved Pro
MDL Electric, LLC
4 Harrison Avenue
4.81(
67
)
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


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
41 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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Martin S. Genser
670 Norman Place
4.88(
32
)
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Martin S. Genser
670 Norman Place
4.88(
32
)
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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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!


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LIV AIR
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro
LIV AIR
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2542 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


4X4 HOME IMPROVEMENTS
505 W 8TH ST
4.50(
2
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Approved Pro
4X4 HOME IMPROVEMENTS
505 W 8TH ST
4.50(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
696 local quotes requested
39 years of experience

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, 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!

"After many people tried to fix a leak and failed, 4x4 Hime Improvements succeeded! The guys were competent, punctual, kind, polite and got the repair done. I was very pleased with their service. Thank you 4x 4 🙏😊"

Giovannella F on February 2025

We specialize in handyman services, home repairs, 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!

"After many people tried to fix a leak and failed, 4x4 Hime Improvements succeeded! The guys were competent, punctual, kind, polite and got the repair done. I was very pleased with their service. Thank you 4x 4 🙏😊"

Giovannella F on February 2025


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Diamond Dogs
Avenel ,nj
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Diamond Dogs
Avenel ,nj
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
7 years of experience

We have been in business for 6years but in the trade for 34 years. We are trained professional technicians that strive to please our customers we take no short cuts and do everything per building codes. We give you as many options we can to solve your solution. We do all types of carpentry,decks,upgrades and small repairs in plumbing,electric. We have a standard rate price book so that everyone pays the same amount for a job not to much.we are reliable,trustworthy,and courteous. Looking forward to serving you.

"I've used Diamond Dogs a few times. Vinny is very thorough and always does a great job!!"

Kimberly Y on December 2024

We have been in business for 6years but in the trade for 34 years. We are trained professional technicians that strive to please our customers we take no short cuts and do everything per building codes. We give you as many options we can to solve your solution. We do all types of carpentry,decks,upgrades and small repairs in plumbing,electric. We have a standard rate price book so that everyone pays the same amount for a job not to much.we are reliable,trustworthy,and courteous. Looking forward to serving you.

"I've used Diamond Dogs a few times. Vinny is very thorough and always does a great job!!"

Kimberly Y on December 2024


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Pro Energy Solutions LLC
300 Campus Dr
3.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Pro Energy Solutions LLC
300 Campus Dr
3.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
525 local quotes requested
16 years of experience

Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors Main office located in Marlboro NJ with separate locations to serve entire state of New Jersey . Pro Energy participates in all Utility Rebate programs and various Loan Programs. Some of which have an interest free term from 10 years depending on utility and efficiency terms. Other terms include 7 and 5 years at different interest rates. For customer wanting to stay in basic efficiency we offer a 2 years 0 interest option. Whatever your finance needs are, we have options for you. Call or email us today for more information.

"1. They were quick to take the $7,410 for the Carrier mini split. $2k back they said. 2. The salesman said they would install the unit when both the permit and the unit arrived, but that was a lie. The guys put up the unit and didn't even bolt the unit to the platform outside. The guys left without saying anything. 3. I texted and emailed to get answers, but I just kept getting railroaded and lied to every time someone responded to my text or email. I found out they lied about having a permit when they sent a technician over instead of an electrician. I called the permit office myself and the clerk said to tell them to stop work until they paid for the permit. 4. Now, I'm having to battle to get the electrician to send me his credentials to see that it's an actual electrician who it's coming to complete the install. 5. Fortunately, I found a trusted electrician who said he would inspect the work. 6. I'll update this review with all the photos, including the electrical box, when my local electrician comes by to inspect the job."

Martha A on November 2024

Heating and Air Conditioning Contractors Main office located in Marlboro NJ with separate locations to serve entire state of New Jersey . Pro Energy participates in all Utility Rebate programs and various Loan Programs. Some of which have an interest free term from 10 years depending on utility and efficiency terms. Other terms include 7 and 5 years at different interest rates. For customer wanting to stay in basic efficiency we offer a 2 years 0 interest option. Whatever your finance needs are, we have options for you. Call or email us today for more information.

"1. They were quick to take the $7,410 for the Carrier mini split. $2k back they said. 2. The salesman said they would install the unit when both the permit and the unit arrived, but that was a lie. The guys put up the unit and didn't even bolt the unit to the platform outside. The guys left without saying anything. 3. I texted and emailed to get answers, but I just kept getting railroaded and lied to every time someone responded to my text or email. I found out they lied about having a permit when they sent a technician over instead of an electrician. I called the permit office myself and the clerk said to tell them to stop work until they paid for the permit. 4. Now, I'm having to battle to get the electrician to send me his credentials to see that it's an actual electrician who it's coming to complete the install. 5. Fortunately, I found a trusted electrician who said he would inspect the work. 6. I'll update this review with all the photos, including the electrical box, when my local electrician comes by to inspect the job."

Martha A on November 2024


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Alpine Heating and Cooling
125 Hillside Ave
4.69(
234
)
Approved Pro
Alpine Heating and Cooling
125 Hillside Ave
4.69(
234
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
774 local quotes requested

Alpine is a four-generation, family-owned and operated business and has been the premier Air Conditioning and Heating Company in Central NJ for over 50 years. We offer repairs, full system replacements as well as oil-to-gas conversions. We design HVAC systems specific to our customers’ needs, budget, and home size. Systems are designed to increase efficiency, lower utility bills and many come with sizable rebates. We install whole-house generators and sump pumps for your home safety and peace of mind. Alpine also installs and services hot water heaters, and can evaluate and install indoor air quality systems such as humidifiers and air cleaners to help customers breathe easier. We have received the Angie’s List Super Service Award for the past 12 years and are a Premier Lennox Dealer, which gives us access to discount pricing, incentives and rebates that are passed directly to our customers. We also carry Trane, American Standard and service all brands of Air Conditioners and Furnaces. Our technicians are fully trained, licensed and insured. Please call our office today so that we can provide you with additional information, make an appointment or schedule a free estimate. Email to reach: service@alpinegreen.net. Secondary number: 732-238-9300.

"I’m so glad that my friend recommended Art and Alpine Heating and Cooling. Their prices are reasonable and the service is reliable. I’m glad I called!"

Arline D on June 2024

Alpine is a four-generation, family-owned and operated business and has been the premier Air Conditioning and Heating Company in Central NJ for over 50 years. We offer repairs, full system replacements as well as oil-to-gas conversions. We design HVAC systems specific to our customers’ needs, budget, and home size. Systems are designed to increase efficiency, lower utility bills and many come with sizable rebates. We install whole-house generators and sump pumps for your home safety and peace of mind. Alpine also installs and services hot water heaters, and can evaluate and install indoor air quality systems such as humidifiers and air cleaners to help customers breathe easier. We have received the Angie’s List Super Service Award for the past 12 years and are a Premier Lennox Dealer, which gives us access to discount pricing, incentives and rebates that are passed directly to our customers. We also carry Trane, American Standard and service all brands of Air Conditioners and Furnaces. Our technicians are fully trained, licensed and insured. Please call our office today so that we can provide you with additional information, make an appointment or schedule a free estimate. Email to reach: service@alpinegreen.net. Secondary number: 732-238-9300.

"I’m so glad that my friend recommended Art and Alpine Heating and Cooling. Their prices are reasonable and the service is reliable. I’m glad I called!"

Arline D on June 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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