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Central a/c installers in Palm Springs

Mountain Mechanical Services
P.O. Box 323
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Mountain Mechanical Services
P.O. Box 323
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
17 years of experience

Mountain Mechanical Services, 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.

"He is a good contractor and does good work."

Brad R on May 2021

Mountain Mechanical Services, 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.

"He is a good contractor and does good work."

Brad R on May 2021


Fountain Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
41765 Elm St Suite 201
5.00(
3
)
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


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
17 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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Comfort Air
72248 Northshore Street, Suite 101
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Approved Pro
Comfort Air
72248 Northshore Street, Suite 101
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Approved Pro
11 local quotes requested
35 years of experience

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.


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
16 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


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ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC
5324 Mission Blvd Unit 3
4.56(
9
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Approved Pro
ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC
5324 Mission Blvd Unit 3
4.56(
9
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
92 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Thank you for visiting ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC. We are your locally owned and operated HVAC specialists based in Riverside, CA. We service residential clients throughout the Riverside-San Bernardino area. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"When the associate came I explain what was going on with my AC evaporator coil, he checked it out and gave me two different options that we could to get the system working, and the cost. So I was comfortable choosing what was best for me. "

Jerome E on February 2025

Thank you for visiting ACE HOME HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LLC. We are your locally owned and operated HVAC specialists based in Riverside, CA. We service residential clients throughout the Riverside-San Bernardino area. Contact us now for your free estimate--we look forward to working with you soon!

"When the associate came I explain what was going on with my AC evaporator coil, he checked it out and gave me two different options that we could to get the system working, and the cost. So I was comfortable choosing what was best for me. "

Jerome E on February 2025


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
1160 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(
3
)
Approved Pro
Vasquez Landscape Management Inc
82376 Ocotillo Ave
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
230 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!

"Extremely fast service, polite, reasonable. I would definitely hire them again next time I need my fountain repaired."

Doug C on April 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!

"Extremely fast service, polite, reasonable. I would definitely hire them again next time I need my fountain repaired."

Doug C on April 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
332 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


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America's Choice Heating and Cooling
3161 Citrus Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
America's Choice Heating and Cooling
3161 Citrus Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
947 local quotes requested

We specialize in all phases of heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, maintenance, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Americas choice is a stand out company! Parker came to my house and was very knowledgeable in this type of work. He was able to make my system run a lot smoother and cleaned the whole system in and out. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone that is looking for heating or AC needs!"

Ryan G on November 2024

We specialize in all phases of heating and cooling services, installs, repairs, maintenance, and more! We offer a diverse range of services tailored to meet the unique needs of every customer. We take a personalized approach to each project. We work closely with our clients to understand their vision, preferences, and budgetary requirements. We strive to exceed expectations by delivering exceptional service, great quality work, and professionalism on every job. Read more below on all the services we offer and contact us with any questions or to schedule a free estimate today!

"Americas choice is a stand out company! Parker came to my house and was very knowledgeable in this type of work. He was able to make my system run a lot smoother and cleaned the whole system in and out. I would definitely recommend this company to anyone that is looking for heating or AC needs!"

Ryan G on November 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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