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Avatar for Smart Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
Smart Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
5.0(
23
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Service or Repair - For Business

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Smart Heating and Air Conditioning was very responsive and came out when we really needed them. We were without heat as our old furnace no longer worked and our AC was on its last leg. Mike came out to give us a quote which was the best out of three that we had. He went over all options with us and now we are very satisfied to have a new and efficient heating and AC system. They lived up to their name as well, by upgrading my thermostat to a WiFi one that added that SMART touch to my system."
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+27

Response time1 day
30 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by52%of homeowners
Avatar for Global Comfort Heating and Air
Global Comfort Heating and Air
4.8(
52
)
Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Berkeley, 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
Avatar for Perfect Star Heating , Cooling, & Electrical
Perfect Star Heating , Cooling, & Electrical
4.9(
351
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace

Serving Berkeley, 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
1778 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Avatar for Alanis Air HVAC
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 Berkeley, 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%
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Albert Nahman Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
4.4(
722
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Central A/C - InstallDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or ReplaceCentral A/C - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Guy who came gave me good advice and advised that he felt my issue was not needed for repair. He didn't try to sale me any service as he saw no need. I appreciate a plumber who isn't trying to get work out of people whom don't need it."
Living room Mini-Split
Aquasana home Filtration
Almost no disturbance at EBMUD meter
Navien with filtration to protect the heat exchanger
New house valve and Pressure Reducing Valve

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
44 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Duct Pros
4.7(
68
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Rasu was AMAZING! I had a very unusual clog in my dryer duct and he stayed and worked on it! He took the time to make sure my dryer was working correctly as well. He went above and beyond. I would recommend him over and over! Am using him for my air vents and chimney sweep services. Heâ s honest, fair, ckeaned up after the job was complete, polite and his price was extremely fair ."
SF-Clean Chimney Project
SF-Clean Chimney Project
SF-Clean Chimney Project
Chimney cleaning/sweep
SF-Clean Chimney Project

+14

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Jim's Air Systems
4.5(
12
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace

Serving Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I found Jim's Air Systems through HomeAdvisor, and Josh was the first contractor to reach out to me personally, not through an automated service. From the start, communication with him was excellent. I provided him with a detailed description of the job, along with model numbers and photos of my existing system. He reviewed everything carefully rather than giving me a quick, generic quote. I received another bid for comparison, but the other contractor was significantly more expensive and wanted to upsell me. It was refreshing that Josh understood I had done my research, knew what I wanted, and didn't pressure me into unnecessary upgrades. Josh's team arrived on time, completed the work as scheduled, obtained the required permit, and left my home as clean as they found it. Overall, a great experience and a solid value. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Tyndall HVAC, Inc.
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 Berkeley, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"My AC stopped working last November, and since then i had 4 contractors i called to fix it, i was turned down by everyone. i called Tyndall and peter came out and talked about it with me, actually troubleshot it, and 2 days later had parts and fixed it. i would give them 6 stars if i could. im so glad to have my ac running again. my recommendation, if you want something done, call Tyndall, because the rest of the contractors seem to just say its not fixable and leave without even looking at it. these guys were the first people that listened, then looked at the unit before declining service, and then actually fixed it. 10/10 great job and thank you."
Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Air Conditioning FAQs, answered by experts

High humidity is one of the most common reasons for air vents to sweat or produce condensation. When the cool, dry air from your HVAC unit meets warm and moist air in your home, it will cause condensation. Insulating your ductwork can help prevent this. If you live in a very humid region, a dehumidifier can also help.

If possible, avoid placing furniture in front of a return air vent. A blocked air vent can cause your HVAC system to use more energy, which in turn can lower the life span of your unit and raise your energy bill. Furniture can also trap hot or cold air, damaging your furniture or appliances. 

Professional duct installers suggest leaving between six and 12 inches of space in front of an air return vent. If you must place furniture in front of a return air vent, try to aim for putting furniture over a floor vent instead of in front of a wall vent, and avoid draping curtains over any vent system.

At a minimum, an HVAC system should be serviced once per year. However, a twice-a-year service schedule—once in the spring for the cooling system and once in the fall for the heating system—is often recommended, especially for older systems, heat pumps, or in climates with extreme temperatures. Regular service, which includes inspection, cleaning, and maintenance, ensures the system runs efficiently, helps prevent costly breakdowns during peak seasons, and can extend the unit's lifespan. You can also schedule a service if you notice issues like poor performance or strange noises.

You should clean your air conditioner at least once per year, but you may need to clean your whole HVAC system (including the air ducts) more often. According to the National Air Duct Cleaners Association, you may need to clean them more frequently depending on factors like whether you smoke, have pets, or have allergies.

Running an air conditioner with mold is not safe because it can spread harmful mold spores throughout your home. Exposure to these spores can trigger various health problems, including respiratory issues, allergies, coughing, wheezing, sneezing, itchy eyes, and a sore throat. It may also aggravate asthma in household members. Continued exposure can increase the risk of more serious illnesses like sinus infections, pneumonia, and bronchitis. If you suspect mold in your air conditioner, you should stop using the system until it has been properly cleaned to avoid health risks and further contamination.

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