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Avatar for Global Comfort Heating and Air
Global Comfort Heating and Air
4.8(
52
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We chose repair of a very old air conditioning unit due to the cost of a new unit. It is working now but we have no guarantee of for how long. Global responded quickly and repaired the unit within hours."
Team Global Comfort Truck
Carrier Heater Changeout
Duct Install securing runs
Duct Install securing runs
Carrier 95% Installation

+9

Response time50 mins
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Perfect Star Heating , Cooling, & Electrical
4.9(
347
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Perfect Star has excellent technicians who can do installations & any service needs. They installed a new AC/heating system a few months ago. I intend to hire them again to update the ductwork in my residence. Tech was out today to tweak the thermostat setting to get max AC flow."
Lead Install Tech Gilbert Caceres w/New AC Install
Lead Install Tech Gilbert Caceres w/New AC Install
New Furnace Installation
Lead Installers David & Gill on the Job.
Lead Installer David Mendoza hard at work.

+8

Response time4 hrs
2100 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by76%of homeowners
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Alanis Air HVAC
5.0(
20
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Central A/C - InstallDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or ReplaceCentral A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alanis Air helped us out during a brutal heat wave with their swift service. Quickly responded to our request for 2 mini split replacements; very professional, courteous, and reasonable. Highly recommend to anyone!"
York Heat Pump
York 3 Ton heat pump
Coil removal
Condenser Removal
Ductwork

+4

Response time3 hrs
Response rate99%
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
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411 Heating & AC, LLC
4.5(
205
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"411 Heating and AC visited me after another (manufacturer-certified) shop came in with an inflated furnace repair quote and a high pressure sales-tactic designed to get me to purchase a new furnace system. It took all of 5-minutes for 411 to identify that the furnace replacement quote that I had called them out for was overkill, and that my furnace could be repaired for a fraction of the repair cost quoted by the first company. They quickly acquired the parts to effect the repairs and had us back up and running with heat in a day’s time. If you’re looking for a reputable HVAC repair outfit, you will certainly not be disappointed by 411 Heating and AC."
Attic HVAC install
Running duct work
proper drain running
HVAC install
NATE Certfied

+3

Response time4 hrs
Response rate92%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Bell Brother's Heating and Air, Inc.
4.3(
140
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1953

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Bill, the ABC technician, was efficient, very knowledgeable, clearly explained my air filter options, thorough, personable...just like my experience always has been with ABC over several decades."
Before & After Furnace
Horizontal Install
Horizontal  Furnace Install
Techs
HVAC

+17

Response time6 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Tyndall HVAC, Inc.
4.2(
108
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Central A/C - InstallDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or ReplaceCentral A/C - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Albany, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Truthfully, we had angst about calling for service because of past experience with other HVAC vendors. They always said the same thing, our system is "old" and we need a new one. Very expensive! We called for service, not a hard sell! Hence, we never used the same one twice. However, Tyndall gave me the impression, whether right or wrong, that they would be less likely to do this so I decided to try them. They kept me informed of their arrival status, since they squeezed me in at the end of their work day the same day I called. So, communicative and accommodating! After running several tests, they determined it was an electrical problem and nothing to do with the unit itself. They also said our unit doesn't need replacing - that's a first! They didn't do any unnecessary service or repair to run up the bill or even try to convince us it was needed. We were only charged the minimum fee as quoted. We were able to repair our air conditioning without the "hard-sell angst". So, thorough and honest! Unlike the other HVAC vendors we've used, we definitely will call them if we need service again!"
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

In most cases, homeowners insurance will cover an AC replacement if it was damaged due to a covered peril—such as theft, fire, or storms. So, if your air conditioner needs replacing due to regular wear and tear, your insurance company probably won’t pay for a new one. However, home warranties often cover HVAC repairs and replacements.

Yes, ventless portable air conditioners exist, and not all standard portable air conditioners must be vented through a window.

Ventless portable units, often called evaporative coolers, do not have exhaust hoses. They use a water reservoir and a cooling pad to add moisture to the air, making it feel cooler. These units work best in dry climates because humid areas cannot absorb much additional moisture.

For standard portable air conditioners that do require venting, a window is not the only option; they can also be vented through a door, wall, or ceiling. However, it is essential to vent these units properly. Running a standard portable AC without venting it is counterproductive because it needs to expel heat to cool the room. Failing to do so will only increase the room's temperature.

Some HVAC systems tend to use R410A refrigerant, although if you have an older model it may be using R22. R22 is banned due to its harmful environmental and health impacts, and it is a sign that your AC unit is old enough to consider a replacement and the significant efficiency gains that could come with it.

The right type of HVAC system will depend on several factors, including your climate, budget, preferences, and existing HVAC setup. For example, if you live in an area that experiences extreme weather, then a split system would likely be the best option. Or, if budget is a concern, consider installing a ductless system in just one room.

The length of an AC cycle depends on the settings in your thermostat and the unit you have. Central AC doesn't constantly run at full blast the way that a window unit does. A cooling cycle in most homes is 15 to 20 minutes. Then, the unit stays off for seven to 10 minutes to circulate the cold air in the house before the cycle repeats. It should repeat two or three times per hour. A short cycle lasts less than 10 minutes and then turns off.

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