When the heat stops working or an air conditioner gives out, the question is simple: who picks up the phone and who shows up to fix it. We handle the full range of heating and cooling work in Sebastopol, from a single failed component on a system that is otherwise sound to a complete HVAC replacement when the equipment has reached the end of its useful life. That covers furnaces, heat pumps, central air systems, ductless mini-splits, ductwork, thermostats, and indoor air quality equipment.
Call us at (707) 892-4623 and we will talk through what is happening before anything is scheduled.
Homes in Sebastopol and the surrounding area tend to sit on the older end of the housing stock, and the equipment inside them reflects that. A first-time cooling installation, a furnace that has not been serviced in years, or a heat pump that has never been properly sized to the space are all common starting points. We cover all of it, and the rate is given on the call, before anything is scheduled.
A significant share of the properties we work on in this part of Sonoma County were built before central air conditioning was considered standard equipment. That means ductwork that was designed only for heating, additions that were never connected to the main system, and equipment that has been running on deferred maintenance for longer than anyone intended. None of that makes a job impossible. It does mean the diagnostic has to cover more ground before a repair or replacement is quoted.
Properties with crawlspace air handlers, attic furnaces, or equipment tucked into tight utility spaces take longer to work on than a unit sitting in a garage with clear access on three sides. We ask about access on the call because it affects how the visit is scoped. If the equipment is in a difficult location, that is useful to know before anyone arrives.
Older equipment is not automatically a candidate for replacement. A furnace or heat pump that has been maintained and is running within its normal parameters can often be repaired at a cost that makes sense. Where the equipment is failing in ways that point to the end of its service life, a full HVAC system replacement is the more practical answer, and we will say so plainly. Load calculations done properly on a replacement determine the correct size for the space, which matters more than matching whatever was there before.
A home with no heat or no cooling is not a situation that waits for a convenient appointment slot. We take emergency calls every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, and the visit covers a full diagnosis before any repair is quoted. If the furnace stopped overnight or the air conditioner quit during a stretch of heat, call us and describe what the system is doing. We will tell you what the visit involves and get it on the schedule.
For rental properties, timing matters in a different way. A tenant without heat or cooling has a landlord with a problem, and we understand that the visit needs to happen promptly and with minimal disruption to whoever is living there. For small commercial buildings, we work around operating hours where the schedule allows. When you call, tell us what the situation is and we will work out what is available.
One number. One call. One HVAC tech at your door.
A house where one part of the building is always too warm and another is always too cold is often a zoning problem, not an equipment problem. Zoning controls divide the system into independently managed areas, each with its own thermostat or sensor. The installation involves dampers in the ductwork and a control board that coordinates them. We scope it based on the existing duct layout and the number of zones the building actually needs.
Before assuming a comfort problem requires new equipment, it is worth checking whether the existing system is delivering air where it should be. Closed or partially blocked registers, duct runs that were never balanced after an addition, and dampers that have drifted out of position can all produce uneven temperatures across a home. Rebalancing is a diagnostic and adjustment process, not a replacement, and it sometimes resolves a problem that looked like it needed a new system.
Rooftop HVAC units on small commercial buildings have their own service requirements. Access, weathering, and the fact that a unit running through business hours accumulates wear faster than a residential system all factor into how the work is scoped. We handle rooftop unit repair, maintenance, and replacement for small commercial properties in the area, and we schedule visits around the building's operating hours where possible.
An air conditioner or heat pump that is losing cooling capacity, icing over, or running longer than it used to may be low on refrigerant. The diagnostic checks system pressures and identifies where the loss is occurring before any refrigerant is added. Topping off a leaking system without finding the source is a short-term fix that does not hold. We locate the leak, repair it, and confirm the system is holding charge before the visit is closed. Evaporator coil cleaning and repair is part of the same visit when the coil condition is contributing to the problem.
Standard HVAC filters protect the equipment. They were not designed to capture the fine particulate matter that wildfire smoke carries, and in this region that distinction matters every season. Upgrading to MERV-13 or higher-rated filtration involves checking that the air handler can move air through the denser media without a pressure drop that strains the blower. Where the system can support it, we upgrade the filter housing. Where it cannot, a whole-house filtration unit installed in the duct system is the right path. We confirm air handler compatibility before recommending an approach.
Water collecting near an air handler or furnace is usually a condensate drainage issue. The condensate drain line can clog, crack, or disconnect, and when it does, water backs up and pools near the unit. Left unaddressed, it can damage flooring, drywall, and the equipment itself. The repair involves clearing or replacing the drain line and confirming the system is draining correctly before the visit ends. If the drain pan itself is cracked or corroded, that gets addressed at the same time. If you are working out what the job needs, the full list of HVAC services goes through it.
The call goes faster when you can describe what the system is doing rather than just that it stopped working. If the unit is making a noise, describe it. If it is running but not producing heat or cool air, say which. If the thermostat is showing an error code, read it out. None of that is required before you call, but it helps us scope the visit accurately on the first conversation.
We will ask about the type of system, its approximate age if you know it, and whether the problem is constant or intermittent. For a replacement quote, we will ask about the square footage of the space, the number of zones, and whether the existing ductwork is in usable condition. If you are not sure about any of those, we will work through it with you. Give us a call and we will take care of it.
HVAC pricing is driven by what the job actually requires. A refrigerant leak repair on a ductless mini-split is a different job from a central air installation in a home that has never had cooling, and quoting them the same way would not reflect what either one involves. What moves a quote is the fault that the diagnostic finds, what has to be accessed to reach it, the equipment required, and whether a repair or a full replacement is the better answer for the system's condition and age.
We do not quote a number before we understand the job. Once we do, the scope is explained and the price is confirmed before any work is authorized. Nothing is added after the fact without a conversation first. If the diagnostic uncovers something that changes what the job involves, we explain what was found and confirm the updated scope before proceeding.
We cover Sebastopol and the communities around it throughout western Sonoma County. That includes Graton, Bloomfield, Occidental, Forestville, and Fulton. Residential homeowners, landlords, and small commercial property owners across the area all call us for the same range of heating and cooling work. If your property is in this part of the county and you are not sure whether your address is within our coverage area, call and ask.
We are available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
In most cases, yes. Duct sealing is typically done through the registers and access points that already exist rather than through new wall openings. The approach depends on where the leakage is and how the duct system is laid out, which the inspection determines. We confirm the method and the scope before the work starts.
Yes, and combining them is usually more efficient. When you call, describe everything you have noticed, whether it is a noise, uneven temperatures, a control that is not responding, or anything else, and we will scope the visit to cover all of it. A single visit that addresses multiple items is better for your schedule and ours.
Age is one factor but not the only one. A system that is old but has been well maintained, has not required significant repairs, and is still performing correctly may have useful life remaining. A system that is younger but has had repeated failures or is fundamentally undersized for the space may be a better replacement candidate. We assess the actual condition and performance of the system rather than applying a rule based on age alone.
Yes. After an installation, the documentation that comes with the equipment, including the manufacturer's information, is provided to you. If you need documentation for a property file or any other record, let us know and we will confirm what is included. Ask about this when you call to schedule the installation.
The starting point is a conversation about what the home already has. If there is existing ductwork in usable condition, adding central cooling to the existing air distribution system is often straightforward. If the home has no ductwork, or ductwork that is not worth extending, a ductless mini-split system conditions individual zones without requiring new duct runs. We scope the right approach based on the home's actual layout, not on a default recommendation, and the price is confirmed before anything is scheduled.
We work on residential homes, rental properties, and small commercial buildings throughout Sebastopol and the surrounding area. Older homes that were built without central air conditioning, properties with additions that were never connected to the main duct system, and small commercial buildings with rooftop units are all common calls in this part of Sonoma County. If you are not sure whether your property fits what we do, call and describe the setup.
Yes. A heat pump handles both heating and cooling from a single system, which makes it a practical replacement for a gas furnace in a home that also needs cooling. The sizing process accounts for the home's actual heating and cooling load, including insulation levels, ceiling height, and window area. For homes with existing ductwork, a ducted heat pump connects to the current air distribution system. For homes without ducts, a mini-split heat pump is the appropriate path. We walk through both options on the call.
We are open every day from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, which gives flexibility for scheduling around most daytime arrangements. When you call to book, let us know what times work for the tenant and we will confirm what the schedule allows.
The diagnostic starts with a phone call, not a form.
When you call (707) 892-4623, the person who picks up knows the trade and can scope the job on the phone.
There is no waiting for a callback before anyone looks at the system. Call us and we will get the visit on the schedule.
Close by, we also take heating and cooling work in: Forestville, Rohnert Park, Cotati, Larkfield-Wikiup, Guerneville.
The rest are on our full area list.
From a quick repair call to a full system replacement, we cover the heating and cooling work that Sebastopol and Sonoma County homes actually need. The list below breaks down each service by what it covers, who it fits best, and a practical note worth knowing before you call. If you have a question about a specific situation, call us and we will talk through what makes sense for your home or building.
| Service Type | What the Service Includes | When You Need It | Helpful Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ductless Mini-Split Installation |
| Homes without existing ductwork or rooms that need independent temperature control | Most single-zone installations are completed in a day. Multi-zone systems take longer depending on the number of indoor units and line set routing. |
| Heating & Furnace Repair |
| Homes with a furnace blowing cold air, short-cycling, or failing to start | A pre-season check in fall is the straightforward way to avoid a no-heat call in January. |
| HVAC System Installation & ReplacementMost Popular |
| Homeowners, landlords, and property managers replacing aging or failed equipment | Load calculations determine the right equipment size for the space. Undersizing and oversizing both cause comfort and efficiency problems. |
Call us to talk through your situation and get a quote on the work your home or building needs.
(707) 892-4623