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Claim This BusinessSanta Monica-based R&C Heating and Cooling Service has cultivated a flawless 5-star average across 106 client reviews since opening its doors. The fully licensed and insured team serves residential homeowners and light commercial property managers throughout the Westside, including Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Venice, and Culver City, as well as broader Los Angeles County. From routine maintenance calls to complex system replacements, the company has positioned itself as a trusted neighborhood resource for climate-control needs in Southern California's Mediterranean climate, where coastal humidity and summer heat spikes drive year-round demand for reliable heating and cooling.
What distinguishes this contractor from regional competitors begins with their breadth of equipment partnerships, allowing them to specify and source systems matched to each customer's budget and efficiency goals. Their online SEER Calculator empowers homeowners to evaluate long-term operating costs before committing to a new installation. The company actively guides clients through utility rebate programs for ENERGY STAR-certified equipment, helping offset upfront investment on qualifying heat pumps and high-efficiency central air systems. Customers also benefit from flexible financing arrangements that spread qualified purchases across manageable monthly payments, removing a common barrier to timely replacements of aging, inefficient equipment.
Reviewers consistently highlight the owner's hands-on involvement as a defining characteristic. Elaine Svenonius described Lucas spending ample time walking her through system options and stopping by within hours when she suspected a post-installation issue that turned out to be nothing. G.P. credited the installation crew with managing every technical and aesthetic detail while leaving the workspace immaculate after a multi-day mini-split project. Henderson Wade recalled the team restoring his failing HVAC at a reasonable cost, avoiding what he called a second-mortgage scenario. These accounts portray technicians who prioritize transparent communication and lasting solutions over rushed departures.
Every one of the 106 reviews awards 5 stars, an extraordinary consistency uncommon in contractor directories. Reviewers repeatedly cite transparent pricing, non-pressuring communication, and thorough cleanup as recurring themes alongside technical competence. Three-quarters of sampled reviews specifically mention either the owner's personal follow-through or a named technician going above standard expectations.
| Sunday | Closed |
| Monday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| ThursdayToday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–1 PM |
New central AC installs and complete system swaps using premium equipment, with upfront SEER efficiency guidance and rebate navigation assistance.
Targeted zoning solutions for additions, sunrooms, and efficiency-focused retrofits where traditional ductwork proves impractical or cost-prohibitive.
Full lifecycle care for electric heat-pump systems combining year-round heating and cooling, including manufacturer-backed warranty support on new units.
Diagnoses and resolves furnace and boiler malfunctions, with installation options ranging from direct-equipment swaps to complete system redesigns.
Variable-refrigerant-flow systems delivering precise zone-by-zone temperature control for larger residences and light commercial spaces requiring sophisticated setpoint management.
Whole-home air testing and filtration or purification solutions targeting allergens, volatile organic compounds, and coastal humidity-related comfort issues.
Scheduled filter changes, refrigerant checks, and calibration routines designed to extend equipment lifespan and minimize summer or winter emergency calls.