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

Avatar for Clean Air Systems
Clean Air Systems
4.8(
75
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They did a good job. They gave me a $40 discount since my ducts were not very dirty. My only comment is they left some particles of dry wall chips on my floor and did not vacuum them up."
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
Schaal Plumbing, Heating, and Cooling
5.0(
32
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallAir Ducts & Vents - Clean+17 more

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1946

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mack and Aaron were both EXTREMELY helpful, knowledgable, professional, polite and concerned about cleaniness (and we appreciated all those postive characteristics!). Really excellent professionals who serviced our furnance and installed a new thermostat that is really nice. We cannot recommend Schaal highly enough and Mack and Aarson were really, really good to work with. If you are seeing this and considering an HVAC company, there is no other choice than Schaal! (We have used Schaal since the early 1990s and always been totally pleased with their service, technicians and people who answer the phones!)."
31 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by78%of homeowners
Precision Comfort, LLC
4.8(
109
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Central A/C - Service or RepairGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Repair

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Warranties offered

Credit card accepted

"I had an absolutely 5-star experience with Precision Comfort. Our air went out on Friday night. I researched, and reviews across multiple platforms were stellar for Precision. I called about 8 p.m., they answered right away, apologized for not having a repairman available right away, but set an appointment for between 10-noon on Saturday. The repairman, Brent, was there by 10:30, appropriately wearing a mask. He was swift to check every part of the AC set-up and quickly found our problem - a bad compressor - and repaired it. The whole thing took 20-minutes. Afterward, I found out that Precision is a local small business, and I was happy to have found our new, permanent, heating and air conditioning company."
Response time6 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Varsity Zone HVAC of Urbandale
Varsity Zone HVAC of Urbandale
5.0(
6
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Central A/C - InstallGas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - InstallDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace+16 more

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Expert HVAC Services in Urbandale\nYour Local Climate Control Experts for Year-Round Home Comfort\nWhen Central Iowa weather shifts from humid summer heat to freezing winter blizzards, Varsity Zone HVAC of Urbandale keeps your indoor environment comfortable year-round. From urgent air conditioning repairs during sticky July days to furnace checkups before the first freeze, we are the local team you can trust. We're proud to serve homeowners and business owners across Urbandale, IA, and surrounding areas like Johnston and Clive with clear, reliable heating and cooling solutions.

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11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Air Free Duct Cleaning
Air Free Duct Cleaning
4.6(
35
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Air Free Duct Cleaning exceeded all my expectations! Their attention to detail is unmatched, and the entire process was seamless. Scheduling was a breeze, with clear communication and timely notifications about my appointment. I had a last-minute change of plans, but their flexibility allowed me to grant them access to my home while I was away, keeping my maintenance schedule on track. They did an outstanding job, even providing before-and-after photos and videos of my ductwork, which looked spotless! They may not be the cheapest, but their quality and professionalism make them the best in the business. Highly recommend!"
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Evaporative Coil

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Response time10 hrs
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for True North Mechanical
True North Mechanical
5.0(
4
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairCentral Air Cleaner - Repair or Service+23 more

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Midwest Remodel and Repair
4.5(
24
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Thermostat - Install or ReplaceThermostat - Repair or Reprogram

Serving Des Moines, IA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Did excellent work and left me in a better place than I started - no more leaks! Substandard work had been done on the roof prior to buying the house, they found everything wrong and fixed it how it should have been."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Heating and Air Conditioning FAQs, answered by experts

To reset your air conditioner, start by turning it off at the thermostat. Then, shut off power to the AC system at the circuit breaker. Some units have a dedicated "reset" button; if yours does, press and hold it for three to five seconds. If your air conditioner doesn't have a reset button, or if you are resetting it after a power outage, leave the circuit breaker off for at least 30 minutes to allow the system to reset itself. Afterward, turn the power back on at the breaker, turn on the AC from the thermostat, and set it to "cool" to test the system.

There are a few ways to reduce your electricity bills if you use window AC units to keep cool. Set the unit temperature at least 1 degree higher than it is currently to reduce costs. Keep the unit clean for it to run efficiently. You may want to hire a window AC specialist near you to inspect the unit once a year and keep it in tip-top shape.

While personal preferences widely vary, sleep experts say the best temperature for sleeping is between 60 and 67 degrees Fahrenheit rather than 78. If you do choose to sleep with your AC unit tuned to 78 degrees, you might want to use only a sheet or light blanket rather than a comforter. You might also consider installing a window unit in your bedroom so that you can be cooler in bed without wasting energy cooling the whole house.

If your home has an existing forced-air heat system, you can add a central air conditioner to it. An HVAC technician can retrofit your forced-air heating system by installing an evaporator coil onto the furnace plenum, the box next to the furnace that draws in air. Once installed, the air conditioning coils use the furnace’s blower to circulate the air.

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. 

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