55 AC Installation Contractors in Oakland, CA
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Atlas Heating and Air Conditioning
“Every one of the five full reviews awards 5 stars, with multiple clients specifically praising the owner's direct involvement in solving problems. Pricing…”
SavvyTeks HVACR Service
“All 371 reviews award 5 stars, with technicians Andy, Ivan, and Alejandro earning repeated mentions for diagnostic skill and communication. Reviewers…”
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High Performance Heating & Air
“All 185 reviews award 5 stars, with multiple reviewers emphasizing John's diagnostic skill over salesmanship.…”
Five Or Free Electrical Heating & Air Solutions
“Customer feedback consistently praises the company's diagnostic accuracy and commitment to quoted pricing.…”
Oren's HVAC Services
“Seven reviewers specifically mention same-day or urgent service, with multiple customers highlighting that…”
Supreme Plumbing And Heating
“All reviewers who rated the business gave 5 stars, with 169 total reviews contributing to the 4.8-star…”
Bear Mechanical Inc
“All 97 reviews award 5 stars, with clients repeatedly highlighting Edwin Antuna's thoroughness during…”
American Service Alliance
“All 83 reviews award 5 stars, with technicians Artur, Andrew, Ben, and Edward specifically named for their…”
Bay Air Flow Inc
“All seven named reviewers give 5-star ratings, with five specifically praising owner Dennis or team members…”
Neighborly HVAC The Castro
“All eight featured reviewers award 5 stars, with four specifically praising the company's same-day or…”
Temescal AC Repair
“Of 8 detailed reviews, all awarding 5 stars, 4 reviewers specifically mention the technicians arriving…”
California HVAC
“All 61 reviews award 5 stars, with technicians named in multiple reviews, Jorge specifically called out in at…”
Harry Clark Plumbing and Heating Inc
“Of 79 reviewers, those leaving five-star ratings consistently cite diagnostic speed and knowledgeable…”
Daniel's plumbing heating & a/c
“Six detailed reviews collectively reveal consistent themes: all five-star ratings, repeat business from at…”
5 Star San Francisco HVAC Service
“All 25 reviews award 5 stars and mention fast response times, quality workmanship, and reasonable pricing.…”
JC HVAC Service
“Among 33 reviews, 6 customers award 5 stars praising responsive same-day service, upfront pricing with no…”
Oakland HVAC and Appliance repair
“All eight reviewers awarded five-star ratings, with three explicitly naming technicians Baz and Andre while…”
Market Mechanical HVACR - BAY AREA
“5 of 8 reviewers specifically mention same-day or within-hours response times, with Warren Chan and Victoria…”
Glenview Air Conditioner Repair
“All 20 reviewers award 5 stars, with recurring mentions of thorough diagnostics, on-time arrival, and…”
ANTELL HVAC & ELECTRIC LLC
“All 15 reviewers award 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically naming Andres Tello and highlighting…”
Tom's Refrigeration HVAC Inc.
“All 15 reviews award 5 stars, with clients consistently citing Tom by name alongside his teammate Dave.…”
Harry Clark Heating and Air Conditioning
“Four reviewers specifically name Harry Clark or Don Marshall as the person they contacted for diagnostic help…”
Ambient Experts HVAC Heating & Air Conditioning
“All four visible reviewers award 5 stars, with Adam named directly in three reviews for same-day…”
MIHAS HVAC
“Eight reviewers mention Michael by name, consistently praising his diagnostic skill and clean workmanship.…”
Johnstone Supply
“14 of 20 reviews award 5 stars, with praise centering on product availability and helpful staff. The 6…”
Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.
“All 17 reviews are positive, with 12 explicitly naming the technicians who performed the work. Customers…”
A.L.B HVAC refrigeration service
“9 of 13 reviewers award 5 stars, calling out quick response, affordability, and professional demeanor. The…”
Anchor Heating & Cooling, Inc.
“5 of 6 reviewers awarded 5 stars, specifically praising Eric and Jonny by name for technical skill and…”
AC Installation Costs in Oakland
New central AC installation costs in Oakland, 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 Oakland, CA: What to Expect
Oakland’s marine-moderated summers have long reduced demand for central air, but inland heat spikes and recent extreme events mean homeowners now plan for reliable cooling. Coastal fog blunts peak loads, yet the market has broadened: about 55 contractors serve the area, averaging a 4.2-star rating across 2,812 reviews. For local projects search terms like ac-installation Oakland reflect these shifting needs.
Specific line-item cost data wasn’t included in the supplied dataset, but projects fall into clear categories: mini‑split installations for unducted homes, heat‑pump replacements of gas furnaces, and duct sealing or retrofits in mid‑century houses. California requires contractors to hold a C-20 HVAC license from the CSLB, so verify licensure and ask for written estimates that break out equipment, labor, permits and warranty terms before signing.
Customer highlights were not provided in the data, so consider common review patterns in the Bay Area market: responsiveness during smoke season, experience with mini‑splits in Craftsman homes, and clear communication about permitting. Prioritize crews with documented wildfire filtration experience, examples of similar installs, and steady review histories rather than single rave or complaint-driven ratings.
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- A.L.B HVAC refrigeration service
- AC Heating & Cooling Services Inc
- Advanced HVAC Comfort Solutions
- Air Conditioning Champ
- Allied mechanical cooling corp.
- Ambient Experts HVAC Heating & Air Conditioning
- American Service Alliance
- Anchor Heating & Cooling, Inc.
- Anderson AC and Heat.
- ANTELL HVAC & ELECTRIC LLC
- Apple Heating & Air
- Arctic HVAC & Constructions
- Arctic HVAC and Constructions LLC
- Atlas Heating and Air Conditioning