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Central a/c installers in Peterborough

Prime Time Mechanical, LLC
PO Box 127
5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Prime Time Mechanical, LLC
PO Box 127
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

With over 6 years of experience Prime Time Mechanical, LLC is one of New Hampshire's premier HVAC contractors. We specialize in all types of installations and repairs from gas and oil furnaces, boilers, water heaters, and gas piping. Our staff takes pride in providing our customers with the highest quality of work and customer service. Give us a call today!

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Lori S on October 2019

With over 6 years of experience Prime Time Mechanical, LLC is one of New Hampshire's premier HVAC contractors. We specialize in all types of installations and repairs from gas and oil furnaces, boilers, water heaters, and gas piping. Our staff takes pride in providing our customers with the highest quality of work and customer service. Give us a call today!

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Lori S on October 2019


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CHAVIANO HVAC
487 Boston Post Rd
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
CHAVIANO HVAC
487 Boston Post Rd
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
3 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With more than 15 yrs of experience, Chaviano HVAC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

With more than 15 yrs of experience, Chaviano HVAC is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!


HOLLIS OIL HEAT SERVICE, LLC
12 Smith St
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
HOLLIS OIL HEAT SERVICE, LLC
12 Smith St
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
19 years of experience

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I had problems with my boiler and no one else was able to solve it and he was able to solve it right away without any issues. He really took his time and was very thorough with the work."

Allison R on November 2021

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

"I had problems with my boiler and no one else was able to solve it and he was able to solve it right away without any issues. He really took his time and was very thorough with the work."

Allison R on November 2021


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Total Climate Control
78 Borough Road
4.24(
135
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Approved Pro
Total Climate Control
78 Borough Road
4.24(
135
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
19 local quotes requested
17 years of experience

Total Climate Control is a one-stop Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning company located in Central New Hampshire. With over 25 years experience, our team is ready to handle all of your installations, repairs, upgrades, and maintenance, We provide professional design, installation, and service of high-efficiency air conditioning and heating systems. Our staff is ready to meet you with "Service in Hours, not Days".

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Donald H on July 2020

Total Climate Control is a one-stop Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning company located in Central New Hampshire. With over 25 years experience, our team is ready to handle all of your installations, repairs, upgrades, and maintenance, We provide professional design, installation, and service of high-efficiency air conditioning and heating systems. Our staff is ready to meet you with "Service in Hours, not Days".

"timely"

Donald H on July 2020


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Heritage Home Service
28 Commercial Court
4.52(
961
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Approved Pro
Heritage Home Service
28 Commercial Court
4.52(
961
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
181 local quotes requested

Heritage Home Service is a premier home service provider operating in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Southern Maine. Bringing all the perks that come with having a large team while maintaining a strong focus on family-oriented service. Our namesake is about honoring those who came before us, and most importantly, it is about leaving a legacy of serving people extraordinarily well. For over 37 years in business, we have helped countless families across our community stay comfortable and healthy in their homes, and today we continue to evolve and find new ways to serve you even better.

"All plumbers are expensive, but their Pricing was in line with others I consulted Job was done quickly and efficiently. Very happy with the results"

Don R on April 2025

Heritage Home Service is a premier home service provider operating in New Hampshire, Massachusetts and Southern Maine. Bringing all the perks that come with having a large team while maintaining a strong focus on family-oriented service. Our namesake is about honoring those who came before us, and most importantly, it is about leaving a legacy of serving people extraordinarily well. For over 37 years in business, we have helped countless families across our community stay comfortable and healthy in their homes, and today we continue to evolve and find new ways to serve you even better.

"All plumbers are expensive, but their Pricing was in line with others I consulted Job was done quickly and efficiently. Very happy with the results"

Don R on April 2025


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Sanford Temperature Control
96 Old Wilton Rd Unit 1
4.85(
10
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Approved Pro
Sanford Temperature Control
96 Old Wilton Rd Unit 1
4.85(
10
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
47 local quotes requested

Sanford Temperature Control 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.

"Sanford Tempwrature Control provide excellent service and AC installation. The quote process was great with several options provided and thoroughly explained what would work most efficiently for my house. Removal and installation was top notch. They will be my first call for future work."

Michael S on August 2024

Sanford Temperature Control 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.

"Sanford Tempwrature Control provide excellent service and AC installation. The quote process was great with several options provided and thoroughly explained what would work most efficiently for my house. Removal and installation was top notch. They will be my first call for future work."

Michael S on August 2024


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Granite State Refrigeration Services LLC
35 Manchester Road
5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Granite State Refrigeration Services LLC
35 Manchester Road
5.00(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
850 local quotes requested

We are a small family owned and operated business with a goal to provide exceptional service at an affordable price. We offer a wide range of HVAC services, including installation and service of Ductless Mini Splits, Conventional Heat Pump/ Air Handlers, Furnaces, Rooftop Package Units, and Refrigeration Systems both in the residential and commercial settings. 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!

"Had an issue with my a/c unit leaking water and I called granite state refrigeration they had this nice polite guy named Keenan come out and he fixed it in no time!!! Amazing thank you !"

Avalon P on May 2024

We are a small family owned and operated business with a goal to provide exceptional service at an affordable price. We offer a wide range of HVAC services, including installation and service of Ductless Mini Splits, Conventional Heat Pump/ Air Handlers, Furnaces, Rooftop Package Units, and Refrigeration Systems both in the residential and commercial settings. 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!

"Had an issue with my a/c unit leaking water and I called granite state refrigeration they had this nice polite guy named Keenan come out and he fixed it in no time!!! Amazing thank you !"

Avalon P on May 2024


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Mcginley & Sons
178 Robbins Rd
4.00(
15
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Approved Pro
Mcginley & Sons
178 Robbins Rd
4.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
385 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

Mcginley & Sons: Your trusted Heating and AC Repair experts in New Hampshire. We are a family owned & operated business, with no subcontractors. Our cost is determined by the job. Contact us today!

"I am writing to express my deep disappointment with the service provided by McGinley & Sons. Despite multiple attempts to resolve this issue, I have yet to receive the promised refund for work that was never completed. As a cancer survivor undergoing surveillance scans, the refund would greatly assist in covering my medical expenses. The lack of response and follow-through has added unnecessary stress during an already difficult time. In addition to this, I had to hire a lawyer to recover my down payment, which cost me additional money. Moreover, he did not offer to compensate me for the extra expenses, including hiring an electrician to install a wire for the heat pump he could not install. Despite repeated attempts to have the deposit returned, I finally received it after engaging legal assistance. I hope this review will encourage McGinley & Sons to address this matter promptly and fairly."

William R on February 2025

Mcginley & Sons: Your trusted Heating and AC Repair experts in New Hampshire. We are a family owned & operated business, with no subcontractors. Our cost is determined by the job. Contact us today!

"I am writing to express my deep disappointment with the service provided by McGinley & Sons. Despite multiple attempts to resolve this issue, I have yet to receive the promised refund for work that was never completed. As a cancer survivor undergoing surveillance scans, the refund would greatly assist in covering my medical expenses. The lack of response and follow-through has added unnecessary stress during an already difficult time. In addition to this, I had to hire a lawyer to recover my down payment, which cost me additional money. Moreover, he did not offer to compensate me for the extra expenses, including hiring an electrician to install a wire for the heat pump he could not install. Despite repeated attempts to have the deposit returned, I finally received it after engaging legal assistance. I hope this review will encourage McGinley & Sons to address this matter promptly and fairly."

William R on February 2025


Lefebvre Handyman/Jack Of All Trades
81 Marlboro Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Lefebvre Handyman/Jack Of All Trades
81 Marlboro Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
80 local quotes requested

I'm new to the area but not new to the trades. With 8+ years under my belt I can do things from siding, door and window installs, TV hanging, furniture building, trim work, and anything in between, you name it I've most likely done it. Keep in mind I am a crew of 1 so any bigger projects may take a little time but I shoot for giving my clients a quality product.

"Ethan is a great carpenter and very reliable!"

Alex D on August 2024

I'm new to the area but not new to the trades. With 8+ years under my belt I can do things from siding, door and window installs, TV hanging, furniture building, trim work, and anything in between, you name it I've most likely done it. Keep in mind I am a crew of 1 so any bigger projects may take a little time but I shoot for giving my clients a quality product.

"Ethan is a great carpenter and very reliable!"

Alex D on August 2024


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Ideal Solutions
South Hill Road
5.00(
7
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Approved Pro
Ideal Solutions
South Hill Road
5.00(
7
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
504 local quotes requested

Ideal Solutions is an up and coming service based company with 24 years experience in the construction/maintenance industry. We specialize in residential homes upkeep and/or home improvements. Low overhead and a streamlined process equals lower cost to the customer. Ideal Solutions is interested in providing you with exceptional and quality services for your homes everyday needs.

"Attic stairs installed. Very professional and kind. The stairs are perfect!"

Kayla C on March 2022

Ideal Solutions is an up and coming service based company with 24 years experience in the construction/maintenance industry. We specialize in residential homes upkeep and/or home improvements. Low overhead and a streamlined process equals lower cost to the customer. Ideal Solutions is interested in providing you with exceptional and quality services for your homes everyday needs.

"Attic stairs installed. Very professional and kind. The stairs are perfect!"

Kayla C on March 2022

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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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