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Central a/c installers in Stratford

All Phase Heating & Cooling, LLC
10 Judith Drive
5.00(
5
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Approved Pro
All Phase Heating & Cooling, LLC
10 Judith Drive
5.00(
5
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

All Phase Heating & Cooling LLCis a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 10 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"All Phase Heating and Cooling is the absolute BEST here in Milford, CT. Tony Alicki and his sons - Anthony and Matt - are what old world values and expertise are all about. Honest. Fair. Expert in their craft. We contracted with them when we had a MAJOR home renovation - cut off the top of our house and added a second floor. Tony was with us all the way - and in the 14 years since then, he has faithfully, and honestly service our home - with the profound respect and service that is rare these days. His boys and family members keep the tradition of excellent customer service alive. We heartily endorse this company. You will not be disappointed."

Kathy B on July 2024

All Phase Heating & Cooling LLCis a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have over 10 years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

"All Phase Heating and Cooling is the absolute BEST here in Milford, CT. Tony Alicki and his sons - Anthony and Matt - are what old world values and expertise are all about. Honest. Fair. Expert in their craft. We contracted with them when we had a MAJOR home renovation - cut off the top of our house and added a second floor. Tony was with us all the way - and in the 14 years since then, he has faithfully, and honestly service our home - with the profound respect and service that is rare these days. His boys and family members keep the tradition of excellent customer service alive. We heartily endorse this company. You will not be disappointed."

Kathy B on July 2024


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Renz Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
34 Finch Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Renz Heating and Air Conditioning, LLC
34 Finch Street
5.00(
2
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

We are a well established business with over 16 years of unmatched expertise. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We are very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail. Renz Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Renz Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, today and we will be there in your time of need.

"Perfect Heating installed new furnace, repairs installation of central air! Efficient, responsible, dependable and perfect work and great work Ethics s!"

Carol M on December 2019

We are a well established business with over 16 years of unmatched expertise. Customer preference and priorities are always first. We are very timely with our work and never lose attention to detail. Renz Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, has built a reputation for quality work with each satisfied customer. Our sense of pride is apparent in every restoration we complete. Call Renz Heating & Air Conditioning, LLC, today and we will be there in your time of need.

"Perfect Heating installed new furnace, repairs installation of central air! Efficient, responsible, dependable and perfect work and great work Ethics s!"

Carol M on December 2019


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Aire Serv of Southwest Connecticut
95 Reef Road
4.38(
152
)
Approved Pro
Aire Serv of Southwest Connecticut
95 Reef Road
4.38(
152
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

We are a locally owned and operated Franchise. Our dispatching and operations are run from our Ansonia office but we do service all of southern and central Connecticut. There are many reasons to confidently choose Aire Serv as your provider of heater and air conditioning services—both commercial and residential. With more than 200 locations throughout the United States and Canada, Aire Serv is a trusted name in the field of heating and air conditioning installation, maintenance, and repair. We are proud of our reputation for putting clients first and getting the job done right the first time, every time. When your AC goes out in a heat wave or your furnace breaks down in an ice storm, you need emergency service fast! Call our live dispatchers any time. We offer prompt service, trained technicians and flat rate pricing so there is no surprise after the service. It’s good to know Aire Serv is always just a phone call away!

"Very professional and knowledgeable and very fast service. "

Jose O on January 2025

We are a locally owned and operated Franchise. Our dispatching and operations are run from our Ansonia office but we do service all of southern and central Connecticut. There are many reasons to confidently choose Aire Serv as your provider of heater and air conditioning services—both commercial and residential. With more than 200 locations throughout the United States and Canada, Aire Serv is a trusted name in the field of heating and air conditioning installation, maintenance, and repair. We are proud of our reputation for putting clients first and getting the job done right the first time, every time. When your AC goes out in a heat wave or your furnace breaks down in an ice storm, you need emergency service fast! Call our live dispatchers any time. We offer prompt service, trained technicians and flat rate pricing so there is no surprise after the service. It’s good to know Aire Serv is always just a phone call away!

"Very professional and knowledgeable and very fast service. "

Jose O on January 2025


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HARP Home Services, LLC
863 Marshall Phelps Rd.
4.06(
75
)
Approved Pro
HARP Home Services, LLC
863 Marshall Phelps Rd.
4.06(
75
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
16 local quotes requested
36 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! Feel free to book online with us today!

"Nick, was excellent...very knowledgeable, friendly and thorough. He also offered excellent advice on how to keep my AC sys running smoothly..."

tony s on March 2025

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! Feel free to book online with us today!

"Nick, was excellent...very knowledgeable, friendly and thorough. He also offered excellent advice on how to keep my AC sys running smoothly..."

tony s on March 2025


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Celco Heating & Air Conditioning
467 Bishop Avenue
4.78(
103
)
Approved Pro
Celco Heating & Air Conditioning
467 Bishop Avenue
4.78(
103
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
48 local quotes requested

CONSISTENCY * DEDICATION TO QUALITY WORK * CUSTOMER SERVICE CELCO Heating and Air Conditioning is a mechanical firm built on 40 years of steadfast ethics and unrivaled attention to detail. The skill sets we possess, allow us to serve our customers in a top-notch manner. The ability to offer Design Build, Installation, Retrofitting and Service Work in a meticulous and enthusiastic fashion - sets us apart from other outfits. We hope you will consider giving CELCO heating and air conditioning the chance to earn your trust.

"Thorough explanation, great service, neat installation and competitive pricing. Would hire again."

Andy S on March 2024

CONSISTENCY * DEDICATION TO QUALITY WORK * CUSTOMER SERVICE CELCO Heating and Air Conditioning is a mechanical firm built on 40 years of steadfast ethics and unrivaled attention to detail. The skill sets we possess, allow us to serve our customers in a top-notch manner. The ability to offer Design Build, Installation, Retrofitting and Service Work in a meticulous and enthusiastic fashion - sets us apart from other outfits. We hope you will consider giving CELCO heating and air conditioning the chance to earn your trust.

"Thorough explanation, great service, neat installation and competitive pricing. Would hire again."

Andy S on March 2024


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Kelley's Heating & Cooling, LLC
16 Rolling Glen Drive
4.88(
8
)
Approved Pro
Kelley's Heating & Cooling, LLC
16 Rolling Glen Drive
4.88(
8
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 local quotes requested

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Big thumbs up to Ryan and crew! Handled my new install with professionalism and great communication. I took advantage of CT Rebate and Fed Tax Credit and purchased an efficient, 1st model year, high tech system from Carrier. After install there were some minor issues with unit as first year products have. Ryan expedited service of unit and had it operational. And itâ s been running flawlessly ever since. I highly recommend using them and Iâ ve been in the service business for 30+ years and know both good and badâ ¦ they are good! *Side note: Ct rebate program not that good. From what I hear people are not getting appropriate amounts due back to them.. that includes me. You have to keep after them. This is in no way a reflection of Kellyâ s Heating and Cooling"

ROBERT F on November 2024

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer’s needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Big thumbs up to Ryan and crew! Handled my new install with professionalism and great communication. I took advantage of CT Rebate and Fed Tax Credit and purchased an efficient, 1st model year, high tech system from Carrier. After install there were some minor issues with unit as first year products have. Ryan expedited service of unit and had it operational. And itâ s been running flawlessly ever since. I highly recommend using them and Iâ ve been in the service business for 30+ years and know both good and badâ ¦ they are good! *Side note: Ct rebate program not that good. From what I hear people are not getting appropriate amounts due back to them.. that includes me. You have to keep after them. This is in no way a reflection of Kellyâ s Heating and Cooling"

ROBERT F on November 2024


AIR, Inc.
171 Short Beach Rd.
4.40(
292
)
Approved Pro
AIR, Inc.
171 Short Beach Rd.
4.40(
292
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
85 local quotes requested
34 years of experience

Since 1991 AIR, Inc. has been installing heating and Air Conditioning systems for thousands of satisfied clients. Our Ratings and Reviews prove why most people choose AIR, Inc. We offer our services to residential homeowners, if you own a home and need help call us today!

"fast and efficient"

SHERI L B on April 2024

Since 1991 AIR, Inc. has been installing heating and Air Conditioning systems for thousands of satisfied clients. Our Ratings and Reviews prove why most people choose AIR, Inc. We offer our services to residential homeowners, if you own a home and need help call us today!

"fast and efficient"

SHERI L B on April 2024


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M & R Mechanical Services
1050 Bridgeport Ave
4.96(
12
)
Approved Pro
M & R Mechanical Services
1050 Bridgeport Ave
4.96(
12
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
29 local quotes requested
66 years of experience

M & R Mechanical Services is a leader in providing the absolute best mechanical services by creating a successful alliance with customers through the delivery and execution of our high quality services, solutions and installations. Our goal is to be the company that will meet all of your mechanical needs. Our promise is to build a long lasting partnership through our responsiveness and technical expertise. Customer satisfaction is priority number 1. Through our growth, we hire and train quality employees who will provide the highest level of professionalism and customer satisfaction. As we grow, we will continue to give back to the community.

"Recently, during the cold spell, our boiler began acting up, turning on intermittently with just a little nudge each day. After reaching out to several companies for estimates, we chose M&R to replace our 50-year-old boiler. Tom was the first to arrive to assess the situation and provide an estimate. Once we decided to move forward, M&R was responsive and punctual with their appointments. The team handling the installation consisted of Dex, Jake, Josh, and Tony. They were professional, respectful of our property, and made sure to clean up the area around the boiler. The installation was completed in one day. Tony also stopped by twice to check on the progress and made adjustments to sync up our zones. We are very happy with the work and professionalism of the entire team and are glad to recommend M&R to anyone in need of heating repair or replacement. "

Art T on February 2025

M & R Mechanical Services is a leader in providing the absolute best mechanical services by creating a successful alliance with customers through the delivery and execution of our high quality services, solutions and installations. Our goal is to be the company that will meet all of your mechanical needs. Our promise is to build a long lasting partnership through our responsiveness and technical expertise. Customer satisfaction is priority number 1. Through our growth, we hire and train quality employees who will provide the highest level of professionalism and customer satisfaction. As we grow, we will continue to give back to the community.

"Recently, during the cold spell, our boiler began acting up, turning on intermittently with just a little nudge each day. After reaching out to several companies for estimates, we chose M&R to replace our 50-year-old boiler. Tom was the first to arrive to assess the situation and provide an estimate. Once we decided to move forward, M&R was responsive and punctual with their appointments. The team handling the installation consisted of Dex, Jake, Josh, and Tony. They were professional, respectful of our property, and made sure to clean up the area around the boiler. The installation was completed in one day. Tony also stopped by twice to check on the progress and made adjustments to sync up our zones. We are very happy with the work and professionalism of the entire team and are glad to recommend M&R to anyone in need of heating repair or replacement. "

Art T on February 2025


Thomaston Comfort Control, Inc.
401 McMahon Drive
4.52(
42
)
Approved Pro
Thomaston Comfort Control, Inc.
401 McMahon Drive
4.52(
42
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
39 years of experience

Thomaston Comfort Control, Inc., brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your HVAC project. We deliver unsurpassed professionalism, expertise and value. Call today.

"Very responsive to questions all along the project. Brought in installer to pre-check and make sure plan would work. Very respectful of property and very timely completion of project. I recommend this company!"

Michael R on May 2022

Thomaston Comfort Control, Inc., brings an unmatched commitment to excellence to your HVAC project. We deliver unsurpassed professionalism, expertise and value. Call today.

"Very responsive to questions all along the project. Brought in installer to pre-check and make sure plan would work. Very respectful of property and very timely completion of project. I recommend this company!"

Michael R on May 2022


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Direct Home Services
478 Main Street
4.71(
42
)
Approved Pro
Direct Home Services
478 Main Street
4.71(
42
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
18 years of experience

With 15 years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality product available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Check us out at https://directhomecanhelp.com

"Mike Pasquale is an excellent and informative technician. He could not have been more helpful. I’d highly recommend him and this company for anyone in the Wallingford CT area. I will definitely trust him with future service on our boiler. Thanks Mike!"

Stacey R on December 2024

With 15 years experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality product available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest. Check us out at https://directhomecanhelp.com

"Mike Pasquale is an excellent and informative technician. He could not have been more helpful. I’d highly recommend him and this company for anyone in the Wallingford CT area. I will definitely trust him with future service on our boiler. Thanks Mike!"

Stacey R on December 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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