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Avatar for Green's Appliance Heating & Cooling
Green's Appliance Heating & Cooling
4.6(
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairAir Ducts & Vents - Clean+1 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1958

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AC maintenance was done by our very own Robert from Green's Appliance Heating & Cooling"
Just because we're small doesn't mean we can't handle big jobs! Our family team has the expertise to tackle any HVAC challenge in Des Moines.
There's nothing like the peace of mind that comes with reliable heating and cooling. As your neighbors in Des Moines, we're just a call away when you need us.
High-efficiency furnace upgrade with improved airflow and performance — expertly installed by the Greens team.
Iowa winters don't stand a chance against our expert furnace services! From our family to yours, we're here to keep you warm when temperatures drop.
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Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
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Central A/C - InstallAir Ducts & Vents - CleanCentral A/C - Service or Repair+1 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Pete was courteous, respectful, knowledgeable & helpful. We appreciated his expertise & recommendations! We have been extremely impressed & grateful for Schaal Heating & Cooling. The customer service is stellar, from front office scheduling to all the reps that have installed our furnace & air conditioning units."
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Air Free Duct Cleaning
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very good. He explained everything n was very thorough. He cleaned out all of r air ducts n r dryer vent. We live in a 110 year old house n the vents have probably only been cleaned out once or twice. Before he left he showed me a pictures n a video of the inside of r vents."
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Response time10 hrs
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Golden Rule Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
3.9(
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"It went well. They did both furnace and AC maintenance."
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Service Legends Heating & Cooling
4.5(
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+3 more

Serving Ames, IA and surrounding areas

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Really well. My tech was very friendly. I'm glad my AC is running again."
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Response time1 day
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

One of the fastest ways to unfreeze an AC unit is to turn off the unit and, if it’s warm outside, use the fan-only mode to help blow warmer air through the unit to speed up the defrosting process. While it may be tempting to use a hair dryer to defrost the air conditioner, that high heat can damage the coils.

After defrosting, if you can safely solve the issue with a fix like changing the filter, go ahead and do so. Otherwise, call in a pro before turning your AC back on.

After a while, dust, dirt, and other debris accumulates on an AC unit's coils and filters, making it less efficient and spreading allergens and other air pollutants throughout your home. Cleaning your AC unit will keep it running efficiently, minimizing future breakdowns and improving your indoor air quality.

The average cost to replace or install a new HVAC system is around $7,500. However, the price can range from $5,000 to $12,500, depending on factors like the size of your home, the type and brand of the unit, and your specific heating and cooling needs. If you only need to replace certain components, the cost will be lower; for example, a new AC unit can cost between $2,200 and $5,500, while a new furnace costs $3,200 to $6,000. If additional work like new ductwork is required, the total cost could be as high as $22,000. It's best to contact a local HVAC company for an accurate quote.

If there’s a freon leak in your home’s AC unit, it will cause the system to work overtime to cool the house. That issue will result in higher energy bills and it will take much longer for cool air to disperse throughout the home. If your system has a freon leak during the summer, it can make hot days miserable. That’s why it’s important to hire an HVAC professional to resolve a freon leak as quickly as possible.

You can air condition your Arizona room by extending your home’s existing HVAC system or adding a ductless mini-split system. Arizona rooms that have full windows rather than screens only are a better choice for air conditioning—screens will let the cold air out as fast as the air conditioner can make it. 

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