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Central a/c installers in Portland

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Nest Construction
18 Marshall Valley Road
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Nest Construction
18 Marshall Valley Road
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
13 years of experience

Here at Nest Construction, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. 207) 232-9094 please call me at your convenience !!

"Nest Construction was there when they said they would be there, they worked with me on some custom alterations I decided to do."

Brian P on May 2022

Here at Nest Construction, we sustain our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. 207) 232-9094 please call me at your convenience !!

"Nest Construction was there when they said they would be there, they worked with me on some custom alterations I decided to do."

Brian P on May 2022


Affordable Comfort, LLC
67 Deering Ridge Rd.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Affordable Comfort, LLC
67 Deering Ridge Rd.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Affordable Comfort, LLC is a full service HVAC company. We handle both residential and commercial jobs. Our punctuality and customer satisfaction is second to none. Give us a call today for your free estimate.

"Both heating and plumbing services are excellent."

Bill M on February 2024

Affordable Comfort, LLC is a full service HVAC company. We handle both residential and commercial jobs. Our punctuality and customer satisfaction is second to none. Give us a call today for your free estimate.

"Both heating and plumbing services are excellent."

Bill M on February 2024


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Aire Serve of Southern Maine
230 Saco Road
4.65(
109
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Aire Serve of Southern Maine
230 Saco Road
4.65(
109
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
32 local quotes requested

At Aire Serv of Southern Maine / MultiSpec we provide quality prompt professional service with pride and integrity. Good old fashioned honesty. We really do care!

"Great work"

David V on May 2023

At Aire Serv of Southern Maine / MultiSpec we provide quality prompt professional service with pride and integrity. Good old fashioned honesty. We really do care!

"Great work"

David V on May 2023


Progressive HVAC
457 South High Street
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Progressive HVAC
457 South High Street
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 20 years of experience, we offer high end installations at a more affordable cost than others. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to offer you the best options for your project. We install oil, natural gas and propane gas heating systems. Geothermal and air source heat pumps, standard A.C. systems, air exchange, humidification and dehumidification systems and heat pump hot water heaters. Let us know if we can help you with your project.

"Will was very professional installing a Baxi system in our home. He was attentive to our needs and did a follow up service when contacted. Very happy with the system and installation. "

Mary Ellen B on April 2025

With over 20 years of experience, we offer high end installations at a more affordable cost than others. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to offer you the best options for your project. We install oil, natural gas and propane gas heating systems. Geothermal and air source heat pumps, standard A.C. systems, air exchange, humidification and dehumidification systems and heat pump hot water heaters. Let us know if we can help you with your project.

"Will was very professional installing a Baxi system in our home. He was attentive to our needs and did a follow up service when contacted. Very happy with the system and installation. "

Mary Ellen B on April 2025


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Drake's HVAC
598 S Hiram Rd
5.00(
3
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Drake's HVAC
598 S Hiram Rd
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
19 local quotes requested
1 years of experience

Welcome to Drake's HVAC!We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"He was efficient and did a great job."

Susan L on January 2025

Welcome to Drake's HVAC!We are committed to exceeding your expectations. As experts, we will handle your needs with the high quality expertise, that your home deserves. We offer competitive prices, and customer satisfaction is our number one priority. Call us now!

"He was efficient and did a great job."

Susan L on January 2025


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Heritage Home Service
179 Lafayette Road
4.54(
982
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Heritage Home Service
179 Lafayette Road
4.54(
982
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
70 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.

"Good job"

Susan S on September 2024

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.

"Good job"

Susan S on September 2024


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Maine-ly Comfort Systems LLC
3 Wolf River Run
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Maine-ly Comfort Systems LLC
3 Wolf River Run
5.00(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 12 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Maine-ly Comfort Systems was Excellent to work with. They were fast on ordering products and installation. They are very patient and friendly to work with. Call for a quote if shopping around for heat pumps. High quality work with the best prices. Very pleased with the outcome"

Paul G on February 2024

With 12 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Maine-ly Comfort Systems was Excellent to work with. They were fast on ordering products and installation. They are very patient and friendly to work with. Call for a quote if shopping around for heat pumps. High quality work with the best prices. Very pleased with the outcome"

Paul G on February 2024


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Lakes Region HVAC
6 Abby Rd
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Lakes Region HVAC
6 Abby Rd
5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
16 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

Lakes Region HVAC 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.

"Sam at Lakes Region HVAC was very attentive and professional. The heat pump installation was reasonably priced and completed quickly. Thanks, Sam!"

Kevin H on April 2025

Lakes Region HVAC 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.

"Sam at Lakes Region HVAC was very attentive and professional. The heat pump installation was reasonably priced and completed quickly. Thanks, Sam!"

Kevin H on April 2025


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Aire Serv of Southern Maine
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4.54(
37
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Approved Pro
Aire Serv of Southern Maine
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4.54(
37
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
381 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

Indoor Air Quality, Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Products, and Commercial Services for your business. Our Exclusive Written Guarantees Are Designed to Protect You and Your Home Request a free home estimate, Design your own heating and cooling system, Shop for filters or accessories online, Request an In-Home Aire Quality Survey .

"Total Ripoff! My boiler stopped working the other day and my usual company was unable to come out due to being short-staffed that day. I resorted to google and unfortunately came across Aire Serv. Their technician (who was very nice) came out to assess the situation and determined it was caused by a damaged pilot assembly. After calling around for replacement parts, I was told that the parts were out of stock until later in the week. Despite this, I was still charged $234 for the trip fee and diagnostic fee. I was then quoted $1112 for the repairs to be done once the parts were in. I shared this quote with my normal company and they were appalled! Thankfully they fixed the issue for less than half the price Aire Serv was going to charge me! PLEASE do not use this money-grubbing company, and instead use a local independent company if you need heating work done!"

Brian F on March 2025

Indoor Air Quality, Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Products, and Commercial Services for your business. Our Exclusive Written Guarantees Are Designed to Protect You and Your Home Request a free home estimate, Design your own heating and cooling system, Shop for filters or accessories online, Request an In-Home Aire Quality Survey .

"Total Ripoff! My boiler stopped working the other day and my usual company was unable to come out due to being short-staffed that day. I resorted to google and unfortunately came across Aire Serv. Their technician (who was very nice) came out to assess the situation and determined it was caused by a damaged pilot assembly. After calling around for replacement parts, I was told that the parts were out of stock until later in the week. Despite this, I was still charged $234 for the trip fee and diagnostic fee. I was then quoted $1112 for the repairs to be done once the parts were in. I shared this quote with my normal company and they were appalled! Thankfully they fixed the issue for less than half the price Aire Serv was going to charge me! PLEASE do not use this money-grubbing company, and instead use a local independent company if you need heating work done!"

Brian F on March 2025


Avatar for Maine Air Comfort
Maine Air Comfort
93 Warren Ave.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Maine Air Comfort
93 Warren Ave.
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
432 local quotes requested

Maine Air Comfort is a leading heating and air conditioning service provider dedicated to providing exceptional services for residential properties in Maine. Fueled by deep industry knowledge, human-centric technicians and commitment to servicing the community, we ensure our customers receive the best care they can trust and rely on.

"The Maine Air Comfort team is exceptional. They were able to come out for a quote right away and in less than a week installed my new boiler. Rob took the lead on my project and was excellent with communication, competent, and thorough."

Shayne B on April 2024

Maine Air Comfort is a leading heating and air conditioning service provider dedicated to providing exceptional services for residential properties in Maine. Fueled by deep industry knowledge, human-centric technicians and commitment to servicing the community, we ensure our customers receive the best care they can trust and rely on.

"The Maine Air Comfort team is exceptional. They were able to come out for a quote right away and in less than a week installed my new boiler. Rob took the lead on my project and was excellent with communication, competent, and thorough."

Shayne B on April 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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