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Avatar for Global Green Solutions
Global Green Solutions
5.0(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2005

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Emergency services offered

"Top-notch installation! The new HVAC system is super efficient and the crew explained everything clearly. They handled the entire job with care. I feel the temperature difference immediately?very satisfied!"
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by7%of homeowners
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Cool Air Technologies Inc
4.9(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

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"I had a great experience working with Cool Air Technologies. Bill and Trish McIntosh are fantastic. Great personal service and super friendly. When I first met Bill, I explained to him that I had recently purchased a new home and was in the process of making some upgrades to my existing home so I could covert it to a rental. I didn't have any air conditioning so that was my priority but I was considering replacing the original furnace at the same time if the price made sense. However, I didn't want to invest in a high end system since I wasn't going to be living there myself. Bill quoted me a great price for the A/C and new furnace so it made financial sense to do them both at the same time. One of my other quotes was literally double for the same scope of work. Bill came in with his crew and they were professional and efficient and completed both A/C and furnace installs in about 7 hours, including running all new piping and electrical for the A/C. I would absolutely recommend Cool Air Technologies and the personal service that Bill and Trish provide and I will definitely be giving them a call in the future for my new home. Thanks Bill for the great work!"
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Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Ionel Firuta
5.0(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

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Emergency services offered

"Ionel and Lauren were excellent. They showed up when promised and did excellent work. I also found their price for a new HVAC to be very competitive. I would definitely use them again."
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7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
NT Electric & HVAC
4.7(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Customers say: Quick response

"I was out of town when my air conditioner stopped working. My mother called 2 companies to check it out. The repair men were interested in selling us a new unit not fixing it. I found NT Electric & HVAC online through Home Advisor while I was out of town. The company had good reviews. I called Nathan and scheduled an appointment. He assessed the problem and fixed it! I would highly recommend Nathan and his company. He does what s best for the customer. His prices are fair and reasonable. I would use him again."
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HD MECHANICAL INC
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

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Emergency services offered

"THE OWNER; CHRIS ROBINSON WAS AMAZING, EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE, GREAT PEOPLE SKILLS. UNBEATABLE PRICING ON UNITS & LABOR I HAD BEEN QUOTED VERY HIGH BY 4 OTHER COMPANIES, HD MECHANICALs PRICING WAS HONESTLY EXTREMELY AFFORDABLE. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR ALL YOUR HVAC NEEDS!!"
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66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unfortunately, I needed an HVAC company to fix my AC during a heat wave. Most companies were 5+ days out before they could even diagnose our problem. Called 3 highly visible companies, from their marketing, who said they wouldn't even work on our unit. I went with a referral from a neighbor, mistake. This company took a week to get to us then the tech went MIA for 5 days with no contact when he said he would be back tomorrow with parts. Won't mention their name as there could have been multiple uncontrollable reasons why. I then did a lot of research on different companies across multiple review websites (including Angies) and Excel Air stood out. Once I spoke to the office staff, great experience, they had a tech out to our home in 2 days with our problem diagnosed. Our tech's name was Lucas who was efficient with his time, talked me through what was going on and gave us our estimate which we were happy to move forward with. Lucas fixed our problem in under 20 minutes. Me being me, I watched each step and saw the quality work. He even put in a fuse to ensure the same problem didn't happen again to our transformer. Once he fixed everything and got our new thermostat power, our AC has been working perfectly ever since. I'm now a really big supporter of Excel Air. Their office staff worked with our insurance company after hours and actually updated us (what company does this these days) the entire way. I can't tell you how impressed I was from their office, Lucas and most of all their successful resolution of our problems with our AC. Thank you Excel Air!"
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All City Plumbing, Air & Electrical
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Serving Lake Forest, CA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

The industry's best technicians make the happiest customers. Turn to the pros at All City Plumbing, Air, & Electrical for all of your plumbing, HVAC, and electrical needs. Proudly serving San Bernardino, Riverside, Los Angeles, and Orange Counties. We have over 5000s 5 star reviews across the web from our thrilled customers. Our company goal is to make sure that we have 100% customer satisfaction. We have options and payment plans that can fit in everyones budget. We provide free estimates and you only pay when you're happy. It's no surprise we've received the Angie's List Super Service Award six years in a row! Established in 2009. ACP was created to deliver exceptional service with the highest quality of craftsmanship. We guarantee you will be happy with our services in that we offer a money back guarantee. Our technicians are regarded by their peers to be some of the best in the industry. Our service experts are continuously trained. There isn't a plumbing or hvac problem we can't solve. We have the experience, knowledge and focus to solve any problem you may have. Give us a call today and let us earn your confidence.

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Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

Yes. Return air vents are responsible for gathering and pulling in the warmer air. Once they draw it in, your system conditions the air by removing the warmer molecules from it, allowing your air conditioner to dispense the cooler air back into your home. Not only does this create a more comfortable environment for you, but it also keeps your air conditioner from overworking, resulting in lower energy bills. 

The decision to put your AC unit on the roof or ground depends on the climate in your area, the roof shape, accessibility, and budget. If you live in a warm climate or don’t have existing ductwork, it’s likely best to stick to a traditional AC unit that sits on the ground. However, if you lack yard space, live in a mild climate, and have easy access to the roof, your home may benefit from a rooftop AC unit. 

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.

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.

If your AC runs constantly, it could be due to a number of things, including a faulty thermostat, incorrect temperature settings, or broken equipment. Alternatively, you might have an airflow problem (for example, blocked vents or leaky ductwork). Either way, an HVAC pro can identify the specific problem and fix it for you.

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