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Top-Rated Heating and air conditioning pros in Athens - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Air Essentials Inc
Air Essentials Inc
4.8(
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Air Essentials cleaned all the duct work in a new building.  We did this to remove construction sawdust.  The room smelled very nice after they were done. 
While cleaning the ductwork, a wire came loose from our heating unit.  An HVAC technician was called to fix this, who arrived within an hour.  Everything was corrected, and I was pleased with the work done.
Our dryer vent was also cleaned, and he crawled up under the house to inspect the duct for any problems.
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Talent Heating & Air Conditioning
Talent Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
25
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Central A/C - InstallHeat Pump - Install or ReplaceElectric Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install+2 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Definitely recommend. Very nice. Cursed unnecessarily, in a joking manner. They were very professional outside of the occasional swear word. Got the water heater replaced at a lower price than expected, so I was able to add another service. I would definitely recommend them."
Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Barkley Heating & Air
Barkley Heating & Air
4.7(
21
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace+14 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Barkley Heating and Air Conditioning did an outstanding job with the installation of our new American Standard HVAC system. We purchased the unit from them at a very competitive price and we could not have experienced any higher professional manner in which Logan Barkley and his associates (Aaron and Derrick) provided us. From the time of the assessment of our needs until the unit was installed the service was outstanding! They were very impressive from the beginning of the project until the completion. They were prompt, courteous, and very respective. If it were possible to give them a rating of above 5 Stars, I would have given that rating to them! Any future HVAC needs we have will be provided by this company. We highly recommend them for anyone needing an HVAC system."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Eagle Pro Heating & Cooling
4.8(
6
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Air Ducts & Vents - CleanCentral A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or Repair+7 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Eagle Pro Heating and Cooling is a Christian based HVAC company located in Northern Alabama with locations in Muscle Shoals, Hartselle, Haleyville and coming soon Huntsville/Madison AL. Founded in 2020, Eagle Pro Heating and Cooling was created to fill the need for exceptional customer service in the HVAC industry. \n \nWe pride ourselves on the culture we have created that implements our values of faith, family, and fun while providing professional and expert level HVAC services. \n \nOur customers will be able to feel this differentiator when interacting with any of our team members. Call us today and let us be the last HVAC company you will ever need!"

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Avatar for DUPLECHAIN HEAT AND AIR
DUPLECHAIN HEAT AND AIR
5.0(
7
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Central A/C - InstallElectric Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallCentral A/C - Service or Repair+7 more

Serving Athens, AL and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Duplechain Heat and Air 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. We have 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.

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Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
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Heating and Air Conditioning FAQs, answered by experts

Whether an HVAC damper should be open or closed depends on the season, the zone it controls, and the temperature in that zone. In the summer, open upstairs dampers and close lower-level dampers to get the most efficient cooling possible. In the winter, do the opposite. Cool air will naturally flow down to lower levels, while warm air will rise. This keeps your system from working harder and helps prevent common AC problems.

You should know the main components of an air conditioner: the condenser coils, evaporator coils, drip pan, AC filter, ducts, and refrigerant. Each part plays a key role in the performance and safety of your AC system. When tracking the source of AC issues or odors, it helps to know where to look. Your outdoor unit houses your condenser coils, fan, and compressor. Your indoor unit houses your evaporator coils, drain lines, and filter, and it connects to your ductwork. 

A new HVAC system can increase your home's value by about 5% to 7%, which can translate to an added value of $2,500 to $3,000. The return on investment (ROI) can be around 30%, especially if you upgrade the entire system, including ductwork and insulation. Adding modern features like a smart thermostat can further increase your home’s value by making the heating and cooling systems more efficient and convenient. However, since a new unit can cost $10,000 or more to install, it's important to weigh the upfront cost against the potential increase in home value. For a specific assessment, it's best to consult a local AC installer.

The cost to add Freon to an AC ranges from $100 to $350. It can increase up to $600 for large AC units requiring much more coolant. The cost also depends on how much refrigerant your unit needs. If only a small amount of Freon leaked out, your cost would be on the lower side. A complete replacement of all the required refrigerant can get expensive.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

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