Top Air Conditioning Heating Professionals in Columbia, VA

After you have decided what kind of heating and cooling unit you would like to install in your home, you can start searching for a reliable HVAC installer in your area. The first thing we recommend is to ask your family and friends if they have good recommendations for a contractor in your area. You can also utilize resources like the Better Business Bureau, as well as look for reviews and ratings on HVAC installers near you. 

Modernize provides homeowner reviews and ratings, as well as BBB ratings and Google ratings, for all of our contractors so that you can get a feel for your contractor selection before hiring. 

When you need air conditioning repair or replacement, you can usually just replace your current unit with the same heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Depending on the climate in your region, you can decide which type of HVAC installation you need. Some homes in areas where the winters are very cold will need a high AFUE rated furnace to heat their home and a large central air conditioner (up to 5 tons) to cool their home. In other areas with more mild climates, you may only need a heat pump to regulate your home’s temperatures, or you could use a ductless AC system instead of installing a full HVAC system. 

When installing a home HVAC system, most homeowners choose to to install a furnace and central AC unit that uses ductwork to circulate heat and cooled air. However, you can also use a heat pump to utilize heat outside of your home and within to control temperatures. There are also ductless air conditioners that can heat and cool a home as well. 

HVAC replacement cost near you can range from a minimum $6,224 to a maximum of $11,434, which would include installation of both a new central AC unit and gas furnace combo, along with the labor work. If you need to replace ductwork as well, you can expect an additional $2,100 for a single story 2,000 sq. ft home. 

Use our HVAC cost calculator and guide to find an estimate for your home HVAC system and the factors that impact the cost of the project. 

• How long have you been in business? 


• How much experience do you have with HVAC repair or installation of my particular HVAC type? 


• What is your project cost estimate for installing my new HVAC unit? 


• Can you provide a list of references? 


• Ask for proof of insurance, which should provide their insurance company name, policy number, and policy limits. 


• Discuss who will manage warranty details and responsibility. 


• Make sure to get a fixed price before signing a contract. 

At the final meeting, there a few steps to go over before the HVAC contractor begins your AC unit installation project: 

• Reconfirm your initial quote. 


• Agree upon a payment plan. 


• Make sure to have in-hand: 
  
  
  
  • Your contract 
  
  
  • Project plans 
  
  
  • Order changes 
  
  
  • Bills and invoices 
  
  
  • Proof of your contractor’s insurance and/or permitting, and 
  
  
  • Contractor correspondence 
  
  
  
  

Yes, it is always good to hire a licensed or certified HVAC professional as they have proven work skills and experience. Working with them will ensure that both major and minor details of the projects will be taken care of efficiently. 

At Modernize, we perform regular quality checks with our contractors to maintain standards. This includes  

• Reviewing business profiles and customer feedback received. 


• Performing background checks on contractor companies. 


• Local licenses, certificates, and policy adherence needed by contractors. 

We quickly and easily connect you with trusted local hvac repair contractors so you can get real quotes, compare prices, and hire the best fit for your HVAC project.