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Honey's Air & Solar
“5,855 reviews generate a 4.9-star average, with multiple reviewers mentioning Lennox systems and Costco partnerships. Technicians Steven, Johnny, George,…”
DeHart Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.
“The majority of positive reviews name specific technicians, with Jonah, Ivan, and John receiving multiple mentions for honesty and thoroughness. Negative…”
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Bailey's Heating & Air, Inc.
“All seven reviewers awarded 5 stars and named a technician, with Moses appearing in two reviews for…”
Cencal Mechanical Heating & Air, Inc.
“Reviews consistently praise responsiveness, clear explanations, and professionalism from field technicians,…”
A L Affordable Air & Heat Inc
“7 of 8 reviewers awarded 5 stars, with the remaining review citing 4 stars for a home warranty dispatch.…”
Essentra Heating & Air, Inc.
“Every one of the 307 reviews awards Essentra Heating & Air a 5-star rating, an unusually consistent record…”
TMC Heating & Cooling
“Technicians Mike, Tim, John, and Michael receive multiple named mentions across reviews for professionalism…”
Dycus Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
“All 251 reviews are 5-star ratings, with customers consistently praising specific technicians including…”
Hometown Heating and Air Inc
“Among recent reviews, multiple customers praise the honesty of the estimate process, with Ryan and Justin…”
Rocket Air Heating & Cooling
“All five featured reviewers awarded 5 stars, with four explicitly naming technicians Rene or Ramiro and…”
Yourk Heating & Air Conditioning
“5 of 8 reviewers specifically mention same-day or next-day emergency response, with three describing…”
M.D. Smith Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.
“Every one of the 51 reviews awards 5 stars, and multiple reviewers name the same technician across different…”
Cool - Tech Heating & Air Conditioning
“All six sampled reviewers award 5 stars, with Jose and Emily named in every review as the primary contacts.…”
DC Mechanical Heating And Air-Conditioning
“All 28 reviewers awarded 5 stars, with Drew Christiansen named as the technician in every review mentioning a…”
ASAP Heating & Air Conditioning
“All five reviews are 5-star ratings. Emergency same-day service appears in at least three reviews, and fair…”
Service Kings Heating and Air
“All 25 reviews award 5 stars, a perfect score that reflects consistent customer satisfaction. Four reviewers…”
Chrisp Air HVAC and Appliance Repair
“39 reviewers on Google award ChrispAir an average of 4.4 stars, with multiple five-star reviews citing…”
Cool Care Heating & Air
“Seven published reviews all award 5 stars, with Joe named as the technician in every detailed account.…”
HVACRMEDIC INC.
“All 24 reviews award 5 stars, with multiple reviewers specifically naming Scott for his responsiveness,…”
Vlady Air - Heating & Cooling
“All seven readable reviews award 5 stars, with consistent themes emerging across every testimonial: fair…”
Zuzu Plumbing Heating & Air
“All eight fully visible reviews award 5 stars, with reviewers consistently praising honest assessments over…”
Thorsen's - Norquist, Inc.
“4 of 8 reviewers describe emergency same-day service as a defining experience with Thorsen's-Norquist. All 19…”
Williams Heat & Air
“15 reviewers award Williams Heat & Air a 4.7-star average, with 5-star ratings comprising the entire sample.…”
Irish Heating and Air Conditioning
“Of 21 reviews, 15 customers award 4 or 5 stars citing same-day service, thorough diagnostics, and clean…”
US Air Conditioning Distributors
“Five of 8 reviewers gave 5 stars, citing knowledgeable counter staff, fast service, and competitive pricing.…”
Housey Air Inc
“All 11 reviewers award 5 stars. Brett Housey and Brett Houser are named specifically across reviews, and no…”
Airmergency Inc
“32 reviews yield a 3.5-star average, with five-star reviewers praising same-day arrival, honest diagnoses…”
C & M Air Conditioning
“Eleven of 13 reviewers award 5 stars, with particular emphasis on professional knowledge and fair pricing.…”
AC Installation Costs in Modesto
New central AC installation costs in Modesto, by system type and brand.
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Window unit | $138 | $322 | $644 |
Ductless mini-split (single zone) | $1,840 | $4,140 | $7,360 |
Central AC replacement (existing ducts) | $3,220 | $5,980 | $11,040 |
Central AC new install (with ductwork) | $6,440 | $11,040 | $18,400 |
Carrier (residential) | $3,496 | $5,704 | $9,660 |
Trane (residential) | $4,600 | $8,096 | $12,512 |
Lennox (residential) | $3,220 | $5,980 | $11,040 |
Rheem (residential) | $2,944 | $5,060 | $8,280 |
Prices reflect Pacific coast metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.
AC Installation in Modesto, CA: What to Expect
Modesto's Central Valley climate pushes cooling systems hard: July highs near 97°F with more than 22 days above 100°F mean air conditioners often run nonstop from May through September. That summer load drives steady demand for ac-installation Modesto services, supported by a local pool of 41 contractors averaging a 4.2 rating across 13,375 reviews — many shops offer service year-round.
Specific itemized cost figures weren’t supplied here, but installations typically vary by unit size, SEER rating, ductwork condition and labor. Expect quotes to reflect equipment quality, permit fees and any necessary system upgrades. California requires HVAC contractors to hold a C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning license from the CSLB, so check credentials and permit handling before signing an estimate.
Customer highlight details were not included in the provided data, so review patterns are the best substitute: prioritize contractors with consistent comments about punctuality, clear estimates and reliable warranty follow-through. Look for technicians who document system sizing and airflow measurements, ask for references, and confirm that the quoted scope includes permits and a written performance guarantee.
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- Daikin Comfort
- Danny L Shaw Heating and Air Conditioning
- Danny's Air Duct Testing Inc.
- DC Mechanical Heating And Air-Conditioning
- DeHart Plumbing, Heating & Air, Inc.
- DeHart Technical School
- Derek Sawyer’s Heating, Furnace & Air Conditioning repair - Modesto
- Discount Plumbing
- Dycus Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.