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Central a/c installers in Santa Barbara

Avatar for Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
1009 Oliver Street
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning
1009 Oliver Street
5.00(
11
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

With years of experience, Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning 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.

"This company was great! Very professional. The price they quoted was the price I paid, no hidden fees."

Herman S on December 2022

With years of experience, Southwest Heating and Air Conditioning 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.

"This company was great! Very professional. The price they quoted was the price I paid, no hidden fees."

Herman S on December 2022


RP Arevalos Heating
1128 Arnold Ave
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
RP Arevalos Heating
1128 Arnold Ave
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
30 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!

"They were super cool and explained what they were doing. They were trustworthy. I would definitely recommend them to my family and friends."

albert . on June 2022

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!

"They were super cool and explained what they were doing. They were trustworthy. I would definitely recommend them to my family and friends."

albert . on June 2022


SoCal Climate Control - Santa Barbara
19201 Parthenia Street
4.41(
341
)
Approved Pro
SoCal Climate Control - Santa Barbara
19201 Parthenia Street
4.41(
341
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
60 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

With over 30 years of combined experience in the HVAC industry, SoCal Climate Control & Mechanical, Inc. is your industry expert in Southern California. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"The repairman was excellent very respectful showed up on time could not praise more about him."

Kathi D on January 2024

With over 30 years of combined experience in the HVAC industry, SoCal Climate Control & Mechanical, Inc. is your industry expert in Southern California. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"The repairman was excellent very respectful showed up on time could not praise more about him."

Kathi D on January 2024


Efficiency Air, Inc.
23371 Mulholland Dr #215
4.94(
288
)
Approved Pro
Efficiency Air, Inc.
23371 Mulholland Dr #215
4.94(
288
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
110 local quotes requested

Efficiency Air, Inc., has specialized in providing a variety of HVAC services to our local residents of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, for over 25 years. Our customers' satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why our company continues to focus on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with extensive practical experience to ensure the correct approach to your property. Thank you for your interest.

"Tim did a fantastic job answering my questions and being upfront with his pricing and process. The job was more expensive then I had planned but Tim not only gave me the best price of the estimates I received, but was able to help with some non-standard details with the job. I learned a great deal about heat pumps and general HVAC processes. Tim kept all of his promises, arrived on time, and kept me informed at every step. I really felt that he was not trying to sell me anything and that he established a trust right away. I would absolutely recommend Efficiency Air to anyone - I wish all contractors would operate like them."

Paul V on February 2025

Efficiency Air, Inc., has specialized in providing a variety of HVAC services to our local residents of Los Angeles and Ventura Counties, for over 25 years. Our customers' satisfaction is what determines our success, which is why our company continues to focus on the principles of quality workmanship, timely completion, competitive pricing and integrity in all business dealings. We combine knowledge and research with extensive practical experience to ensure the correct approach to your property. Thank you for your interest.

"Tim did a fantastic job answering my questions and being upfront with his pricing and process. The job was more expensive then I had planned but Tim not only gave me the best price of the estimates I received, but was able to help with some non-standard details with the job. I learned a great deal about heat pumps and general HVAC processes. Tim kept all of his promises, arrived on time, and kept me informed at every step. I really felt that he was not trying to sell me anything and that he established a trust right away. I would absolutely recommend Efficiency Air to anyone - I wish all contractors would operate like them."

Paul V on February 2025


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Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
3543 Old Conejo Road, Suite 101
4.73(
450
)
Approved Pro
Southland Heating and Air Conditioning
3543 Old Conejo Road, Suite 101
4.73(
450
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
49 local quotes requested

Choosing the right Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor is very important. Chances are you are going to make a substantial investment in your new HVAC system with which ever contractor you choose. There is nothing worse than investing a large amount of your hard earned money in a new system and winding up with a system that is noisy, inefficient, and does not perform properly. Or even worse, one that fails prematurely. Surprisingly enough most HVAC Contractors have no formal training. Untrained HVAC Contractors frequently do not size systems properly which could result in improper cooling, very high utility bills, and even systems that fail prematurely. Before you even consider a contractor make sure they are NATE Certified and Air Balance Certified. North American Technician Excellence is the Prestigious Certification of HVAC Competence. Using a NATE certified contractor is like using a surgeon that graduated Harvard Medical School with honors.

"Just had a furnace tune up done at my residence. The young technician, Jesus Morales, showed up on time and he did a great job in performing the thorough inspection to ensure that the system was working properly. I want thank Southland Heating for their seasonal reminders and deals."

Eduardo S on October 2024

Choosing the right Heating and Air Conditioning Contractor is very important. Chances are you are going to make a substantial investment in your new HVAC system with which ever contractor you choose. There is nothing worse than investing a large amount of your hard earned money in a new system and winding up with a system that is noisy, inefficient, and does not perform properly. Or even worse, one that fails prematurely. Surprisingly enough most HVAC Contractors have no formal training. Untrained HVAC Contractors frequently do not size systems properly which could result in improper cooling, very high utility bills, and even systems that fail prematurely. Before you even consider a contractor make sure they are NATE Certified and Air Balance Certified. North American Technician Excellence is the Prestigious Certification of HVAC Competence. Using a NATE certified contractor is like using a surgeon that graduated Harvard Medical School with honors.

"Just had a furnace tune up done at my residence. The young technician, Jesus Morales, showed up on time and he did a great job in performing the thorough inspection to ensure that the system was working properly. I want thank Southland Heating for their seasonal reminders and deals."

Eduardo S on October 2024


Avatar for Premier Heating and Air LLC
Premier Heating and Air LLC
370 2nd St
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Premier Heating and Air LLC
370 2nd St
5.00(
15
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Whether you need a maintenance check or an emergency repair on a heating or cooling unit, we are available to handle all of your heating, cooling, and ventilation needs. We strive to exceed your expectations by ensuring that each of our clients receives individualized service. We serve both residential and commercial clients and offer a variety of money-saving solutions. We combine our use of the highest quality parts and equipment, and our dedication to delivering exceptional service to provide you with top quality service. Warranty included with all services.

"Very responsive and performed well."

Philip M on March 2025

Whether you need a maintenance check or an emergency repair on a heating or cooling unit, we are available to handle all of your heating, cooling, and ventilation needs. We strive to exceed your expectations by ensuring that each of our clients receives individualized service. We serve both residential and commercial clients and offer a variety of money-saving solutions. We combine our use of the highest quality parts and equipment, and our dedication to delivering exceptional service to provide you with top quality service. Warranty included with all services.

"Very responsive and performed well."

Philip M on March 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


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Ranch Hands Construction
141 E CA-246
4.97(
35
)
Approved Pro
Ranch Hands Construction
141 E CA-246
4.97(
35
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
398 local quotes requested

Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."

Jill F on April 2022

Contractors License #1018107 Ranch Hands is a handyman business servicing the Santa Ynez Valley and Santa Barbara County. Our purpose is to provide consistent, efficient, and dependable handyman services, with an emphasis on repairs or maintenance for your home, office, or landscape. We show up as gentlemen, clean and sober, and bring enthusiasm, passion, and gratitude to everything we do. We are honest, working men who believe that proper preparation and attention to details is the foundation for success. We lead with recovery, and are on-call for your needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

"The crew at Ranch Hands is always top notch. We've used them a few times now and not only are they timely and knowledgable, they're great humans. Highly recommend."

Jill F on April 2022


Avatar for Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
183 Prado Rd
4.42(
67
)
Approved Pro
Wighton's Electric, Plumbing, Heating, and Air
183 Prado Rd
4.42(
67
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
549 local quotes requested
72 years of experience

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"Determined the existing line was ok."

John K on November 2024

Wighton's, Inc. is a customer focused heating and air-conditioning company that was originally started in 1953. Our company specializes in designing, engineering, and installing complete comfort systems for owners of existing homes and buildings just like yours. We take special pride in the craftsmen we train and employ--a fact you'll notice immediately in the attitude and integrity they bring to your job site. Clients in the Central Coast have trusted us with all of their HVAC, air quality, water heater needs and more for over 60 years, we look forward to earning your business. LICENSE NUMBER: 738271. Please contact our office directly to schedule. #comfortyoucantrust

"Determined the existing line was ok."

John K on November 2024


Avatar for Roberto's Landscaping
Roberto's Landscaping
542 Xanadu Way
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Roberto's Landscaping
542 Xanadu Way
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
337 local quotes requested

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"All well and very quickly I had my fountain working again. Should not have waited so long before calling Roberto's."

Nancy H on August 2024

We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Our team has quality experience in this industry, and we make sure our customers are happy before we leave. Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"All well and very quickly I had my fountain working again. Should not have waited so long before calling Roberto's."

Nancy H 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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