17 AC Installation Contractors in Redlands, CA

4.7 avg rating
6,275 total reviews6 offer 24/7 service
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Top-Rated AC Installation Contractors in Redlands

#1

Lasting Legacy Plumbing Heating and Air

5.0(1,639 reviews)
Highly Rated

All sampled reviewers award 5 stars, with multiple customers specifically naming technicians Cody, Roger, Ryan Bubishi, Hector, and Omar. Reviewers frequently…

612 Texas St, Redlands, CA 92374
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#2

Year Round Heating & Air Conditioning

5.0(1,229 reviews)
24/7 Highly Rated

Across recent feedback, twelvefive-star reviewers describe interactions with specific staff members including Greg, Julian, and Nick, praising their knowledge…

10444 Corporate Dr Unit A-B, Redlands, CA 92374
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#3

Burgeson's Heating, A/C, Electrical, Solar & Plumbing

4.8(1,046 reviews)
Highly Rated

Over 80% of reviewers award five stars, with recurring praise for same-day emergency response during heat waves and holiday weekends. Technicians Adrian,…

620 Tennessee St, Redlands, CA 92374
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All AC Installation Contractors (17 total)

Redlands & Henry Bush Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning

4.8(917)
24/7 Highly Rated

Across 917 reviews, the company maintains a 4.8-star average with frequent mentions of same-day emergency…

1670 Sessums Dr, Redlands, CA 92374
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AC Plus Heating & Air

5.0(409)
24/7 Highly Rated

All eight sampled reviewers awarded 5-star ratings, with four explicitly praising same-day or emergency…

101 E Redlands Blvd Suite 170E, Redlands, CA 92373
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Sanborn's Air Conditioning & Heating

4.8(522)
24/7 Highly Rated
415 E High Ave, Redlands, CA 92374
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Cal-Air Heating & Cooling

5.0(176)
Highly Rated

All six named reviewers awarded 5 stars, with three specifically mentioning same-day or hour-long response…

245 Ford St, Redlands, CA 92374
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Control Temp Heating & Air Conditioning

4.9(146)
Highly Rated

All five-star reviewers mention specific technicians by name, with Josiah appearing in two reviews for…

513 E Stuart Ave, Redlands, CA 92374
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Ascent Plumbing Air Conditioning and Heating

5.0(69)
24/7

Every one of the 69 reviewers awarded 5 stars, with multiple clients naming technician Derek Lenz and…

301 9th St, Redlands, CA 92374
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First Class Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

4.9(33)

Four of four detailed reviewers mention cost savings averaging over $1,000 compared to competitor quotes,…

1522 Bellevue Ct, Redlands, CA 92373
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J L Cantrell

4.9(33)

All 33 reviews carry a 5-star rating, with reviewers consistently mentioning Jeff by name and highlighting…

1466 Central Ave, Redlands, CA 92374
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Mountain Air Comfort Heating and Air Conditioning Redlands, Ca.

4.7(13)

Seven of eight reviews award five stars, praising same-day service, fair pricing, and technician…

26630 Barton Rd apt #2524, Redlands, CA 92374
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Baker Distributing Company

3.8(14)

12 of 14 reviews award 4 or 5 stars, with satisfied customers consistently praising staff helpfulness and…

2351 W Lugonia Ave Unit H&L, Redlands, CA 92374
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Allison Mechanical Inc

4.2(10)
24/7

Across 10 reviews, Allison Mechanical Inc holds a 4.2-star average with feedback emphasizing the company's…

1968 Essex Ct, Redlands, CA 92373
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ACH Mechanical Contractors, Inc.

4.3(8)

Three of eight reviewers awarded five stars, with Justin specifically named as the technician delivering…

1740 Howard Place, Redlands, CA 92373
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Redlands Heating & AC Store

4.8(5)

Both displayed reviews award five stars, with customers praising the team's effort on ducting work and their…

415 E High Ave, Redlands, CA 92374
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Plumbing Systems West, Inc.

4.3(6)

Two of six reviewers specifically name Kurtice Lindquist and Carl Beem, both awarding 5-star ratings and…

31491 Outer Hwy 10 S, Redlands, CA 92373
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AC Installation Costs in Redlands

New central AC installation costs in Redlands, by system type and brand.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Window unit
$162$378$756
Ductless mini-split (single zone)
$2,160$4,860$8,640
Central AC replacement (existing ducts)
$3,780$7,020$12,960
Central AC new install (with ductwork)
$7,560$12,960$21,600
Carrier (residential)
$4,104$6,696$11,340
Trane (residential)
$5,400$9,504$14,688
Lennox (residential)
$3,780$7,020$12,960
Rheem (residential)
$3,456$5,940$9,720

Prices reflect hot desert metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.

AC Installation in Redlands, CA: What to Expect

Redlands sits in the Inland Empire where summer heat pushes past 100 F for more than 20 days each year, with another 85 days exceeding 90 F. The dry desert air keeps humidity low but forces air conditioning systems to run nearly continuously from May through September. This climate makes proper AC Installation in Redlands essential rather than optional, and homeowners benefit from a competitive market of 17 licensed contractors maintaining an average rating of 4.7 across over 6,000 customer reviews.

Cost considerations depend heavily on the system type selected. Window units range from $162 to $756, while ductless mini-split systems for single zones run $2,160 to $8,640. Central AC replacement using existing ductwork costs between $3,780 and $12,960. All installations must be performed by contractors holding the C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning license from the California Contractors State License Board.

Reviewers consistently highlight specific technicians who deliver exceptional service. Lasting Legacy Plumbing Heating and Air receives universal five-star ratings, with customers noting same-day arrivals and technicians like Cody, Roger, and Omar. Year Round Heating & Air Conditioning earns praise for transparency and staff expertise, particularly from Greg and Julian. Burgeson's Heating, A/C, Electrical, Solar & Plumbing stands out for rapid emergency response during extreme heat events, with technicians Adrian and Rafael frequently mentioned by name.

Frequently Asked Questions

New AC installation in Redlands costs $162-$21,600 depending on system type. Window units run $150-$700, ductless mini-splits $2,000-$8,000 per zone, central AC replacement with existing ducts $3,500-$12,000, and full new installs with ductwork $7,000-$20,000. SEER rating, tonnage, and brand significantly affect pricing.