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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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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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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

"Sorry for the long post, but wanted to make sure I did a thorough review. I got caught in the derecho that slammed Iowa in August 2020. A tree crashed down onto my mobile home and did extensive damage to the roof, gutter, siding and skirting. As an old lady who lives alone, I had no one to call and didn't know where to start to get my home livable again. I count myself extremely lucky to have gotten Tony of Midwest Remodel and Handyman to answer my request for help. He did an outstanding job! Because it was going to be a couple of weeks before he could begin and we had several days of rain forecasted, he came out right away and put a tarp on the roof. I had escaped water damage inside from the derecho, but was glad he took the time to put on the tarp so I didn't have to worry about new seepage. When he was able to focus on my home, he repaired the substructure of the roof and replaced the damaged shingles. He cut off the damaged part of the gutter and spliced in a new section so you can't even see the seam. He replaced the damaged siding and skirting, and again, took the time to make sure everything matched and looked nice. He did such an excellent job repairing the derecho damage, I hired him to fix a multitude of other things. I had a bathtub that couldn't be used because the faucet leaked. It didn't have typical gaskets, but he drove around to a couple of places and found the correct piece needed to fix it. He fixed a sliding closet door that wouldn't stay on the tracks, put down carpet transition strips so the carpet wouldn't pull up between the hallway and bedrooms, and even helped hang a couple of pictures that were too heavy for me to do alone. He adjusted the pneumatic cylinder on the storm door so it wouldn't knock me on my keister again when it slammed shut. He also replaced part of the front deck where the boards were rotting a bit. As a side note, his quote on the derecho repairs matched closely with the insurance adjustor, so I knew I wasn't getting ripped off. He's a super nice guy who was able to handle whatever I asked him to do, and I would definitely hire him again."
Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Heating and Air Conditioning FAQs, answered by experts

Running a window air conditioner unit costs about $0.06 to $0.88 per hour. Choosing the correct size air conditioner can help it run more efficiently.

The standard HVAC warranty is around five years. Still, many brands offer an extension to 10 years if you register the product within a specific timeframe, typically 60 to 90 days post-purchase or HVAC installation. Over the past decade, warranty periods have substantially increased, shifting from 3-5 years in the 90s to the now-prevalent 10+ year warranties. Both warranty types cover parts failing due to manufacturer defects, incurring no additional costs. Some manufacturers provide extended warranties surpassing the usual 15- to 20-year window, though these often involve extra fees. 

A calculation method that your HVAC contractor will use to ensure your system does what it's supposed to is measuring duct output, or its CFM. The calculation requires knowing the cross-sectional area of the ductwork and determining the air speed past any given point within it.

It’s critical to use the right size AC for your space and not go too small or too big. If you purchase an undersized unit, it won’t properly cool your house, and it has to work harder to reach the optimal temperature. This will eventually wear your unit out. An oversized unit can spell trouble because it will turn off and on more frequently, which also wears out your AC unit. An oversized unit also causes humidity in the home.

You should flush your AC drain line once every three months to keep it clear of debris and buildup. Keeping your AC drain line clean prevents clogs, backups, mold growth, and extra wear on your AC unit. If you live in a humid area or have several furry pets, up your cleaning schedule to once a month.

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