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Family-owned & operated
Established in 1908
Offers customized solutions
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Review Highlights
“Chris was professional, knowledgeable and provided tips on how to check the filters and how to keep them clean.” in 31 reviews
“Kudos to Fletcher and Ian and all the unsung heroes back at the home office who pulled off an outstanding save.” in 26 reviews
“After the furnace inspection, he showed us 3 video clips of just how dangerous our 30 year old furnace was.” in 15 reviews
About the Business
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Bob T.
One of California's oldest residential HVAC companies, offering quality service for homes & businesses since 1908. We are in our 4th generation of true family operation, and we love what we do. We have a fully dedicated repair team to fix your equipment and our service department features: -Repair expertise on all makes and models -A fleet of well-equipped, radio dispatched service vehicles -Energy savings agreements to keep your equipment in tip top shape -Reminder calls the day before we arrive -Technicians updated through regular retraining -Rotobrush vacuuming of ductwork Our estimating & installation team members will arrive in a 30-minute window, days, evenings & Saturdays. We pride ourselves on high-quality installs; ask your local city inspector what he thinks of Atlas. Our CSL# is 489501. We also carry Workman's Compensation Insurance (any company who has employees is required to do this per state law). Google CSLB and find us by License # or name. We will always work hard to make you happy, guaranteed.
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Do you work on old heaters? I have a 1955 Western and the blower is not working. Yes, I know I need a new one, but I'd like to get the blower on this fixed. Love to hear from you. Thank you.
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Apologies for the late answer, yes, we certainly do work on old heaters. Happy to repair or replace your blower if we can get the parts. Fixes are great and we're happy to do them. Lisa/Atlas Heating and AC
Lisa T.Q:
Do you have experience with gas furnace Floor heaters?
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We aren't able to work on floor furnaces at this time. Recommend Stacy and Honrath, possibly Anchor Heating and Apple Heating.
Lisa T.
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- Joseph M.Oakland, CA14018Aug 1, 2024
Excellent service from a top notch company from start to finish.
They made everything easy.
Nick explained all my options for a new heat pump and a new furnace. The estimated arrived the next day
It was clear and precise
Scheduled the work in two weeks.
Scott did a detailed site inspection.
Eric and Seneca arrived on time and completed both installs in 4 days.
They knew what they were doing. And did an excellent job. Their Electrical sub was excellent too.
Everyone was competent experienced and nice.
No surprises and no change orders.
It could not have been a better smoother project and I feel so lucky I chose AtlasHelpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 1Business owner information
Elizabeth T.
Aug 18, 2024
Joseph, thanks for the wonderful review! Nick, your comfort advisor, Scott, your presiter, along with Seneca and Eric, your installers are delighted to hear that you noticed their good work. Only some people take the time to post their thoughts. Hearing the good things is unexpected and always a happy surprise. Atlas tries very hard to bring a project in on time and we try to get work on the schedule with the shortest lag possible. We will let our electric subcontractor know that you approved. That will put a big smile on his face too.
Thank you!
Lisa - Dave D.Orinda, CA0172Aug 18, 2024
Atlas Heating is the gold standard in this area for HVAC work. I have used them for many years, and they are better than ever.
I needed to change out the 35 year old gas furnace for a hybrid gas/electric heat pump system. This provides both central A/C and winter heating. You have the option to use either gas or electricity for heat depending on which option is more cost effective. In this area of Orinda we regularly see temperatures below freezing.
The estimator is extremely knowledgeable and suggested critical options. The install team is the best out there, conferring constantly about my preferences. They completed a top notch installation that is far above what I have seen from the competition. The ducting, wiring, electrical and mechanical work is excellent. When the county building inspector came through he praised the professionalism.
But it's the customer service that is amazing. They are eager to answer questions and do whatever is possible to satisfy the customer. They happily came out and removed the original Nest thermostat and installed a Honeywell that is better suited to our needs. This parts and labor complete coverage is for two years. My neighbor used a cheaper competitor and it was not so wonderful.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0 - Maile M.Berkeley, CA02Aug 15, 2024
I was in need of a new heater. Jason came out and looked at our home, explained the process and discussed the best options for us. The costs were reasonable and very clear. The installation went smoothly and was completed in a day. The two installers, Joe and Justin, were great. They explained the process, completed the work in a neat and thorough manner and were very pleasant. I would highly recommend this company, from start to finish, they are very professional with reasonable prices.
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Elizabeth T.
Aug 22, 2024
We love the part about "professional with reasonable prices", and Jason, Joe and Justin are smiling. Glad to hear that Jason explained things so clearly, he really does take his time to get it right. Joe and Justin are pleased that you liked them, and their way of proceeding through a job. Thank you for the recommendation!
Lisa - Carla G.Oakland, CA021Jul 26, 2024
Atlas is exceedingly professional. They are a local company, do incredible work, and are up front about the cost, pros and cons of the job you're requesting. They are a union shop - each of their employees is paid a fair wage and have collective bargaining power. This raises the quality and integrity of Atlas and how they do business. I would absolutely recommend them to anyone. I have incredible AC that keeps us comfortable. I look forward to calling them for my AC and heat maintenance!
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Elizabeth T.
Jul 26, 2024
Eric T and Joe C are happy to hear how pleased you are and your comfort consultant, Jason R too. Thanks for the shout out! We take pride in our Atlas family and our history as a family-owned and managed company since 1908, now in our fourth generation. Quality and integrity are vital to what we do. We strive to do better by giving our customers as much choice as possible. We're not comfortable until you are.
Thank you for taking the time to post, we REALLY appreciate it!
Lisa Tuck - Aron K.Oakland, CA342243May 12, 2024
We were in need of a furnace replacement and I had heard good things about Atlas -- I am very glad that I went with them! Everyone that I worked with at the company was top notch, from the initial sales technician to the leader of the crew putting the system in place as well as the person who did the walkthrough and follow-up at the end. They provided us a competitive quote, did the work on time, and were very communicative and helpful throughout. I highly recommend working with them if you have HVAC needs!
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Elizabeth T.
May 30, 2024
Dear Mr. Kirschner,
We are very happy that you are pleased with the work Atlas performed for you. Nick was your experienced estimator with many years as an installer, and you elected to install a hybrid heat pump system, complete with two zones. That was an efficient and green choice, presited by Scott, and put in by Carlos and Justin, with an appearance by Seneca. We love the timely work and "very communicative" feedback, couldn't be nicer. You took time to let us know and many others too - very kind of you. Great feedback for us in more ways than one!
We are all grateful here for customers like you.
Thank you very much,
Lisa - Creighton A.San Francisco, CA04Jan 25, 2024
Atlas were amazing! Get this--and I won't bore you with the details... One of their competitors came by and told me I needed to replace all of my air ducts as a solution to my heating issues. Then they quoted me for $12,000! I was rightfully appalled. So, I reached out to Atlas to get their opinion. They came by and fixed everything for $300. My heater has never performed so efficiently than it does now.
I'm amazed.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Elizabeth T.
Jan 27, 2024
Hi Creighton, Atlas will always look for the simple solution first. Sounds like we could solve this issue fairly easily and glad to do it. Thank you for the very nice review, much appreciated! Call us back anytime.
- Christine U.Alameda, CA143654Jun 3, 2023
The thermostat in my house was acting up. I couldn't figure it out myself. A person came out fairly soon after I called. He made the thermostat be programable for scheduling again. I was so happy because when I called the customer service number on the actually thermostat of the manufacture they could not help me get it to schedule. That guy from Atlas pointed out the details of what he was doing as I stood there listening. He also was so fast programming it too.
I am happy and grateful. These calls are not cheap but of "huge" value when you need heat.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Elizabeth T.
Jun 16, 2023
Thank you very much for your lovely review especially the "huge" value part even though we may not be the very lowest priced. Giving value is central to what we do and we're so glad you are part of it.
- Kevis B.Alameda, CA0343Jan 14, 2024
Atlas installed my heat pump HVAC system in 2022 and I am so happy with it. I never expected the system to pay for itself, but it is so much more efficient than my gas furnace that it is going to come much closer than I thought it would. Atlas has been responsible for the heating in my 1899 Victorian house since the early part of the 20th Century and I am so glad that they remain an expert and responsive business now. They worked well with all the city and power company approvals needed for the work. I did not have to worry about a thing during the whole process.
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Elizabeth T.
Jan 16, 2024
Truly appreciate this great feedback. Atlas was founded 9 years after your home was built and it sounds like we were there not long after that, perhaps 100 years ago. The same family still owns and manages Atlas.
We love the expert and responsive comment and will pass it on to those directly involved in your job. Hearing about your savings over a year later is just icing on the cake. Thank you! - Corwin R.Redwood City, CA9118Dec 20, 2023
Atlas was fantastic. They were able to come out 2 days after we called despite it being near Christmas (18-20th). They were able to diagnose the problem and get the needed part here within a couple hours.
They didn't suggest replacing the 20-year old furnace like another company had, and laughed when I mentioned that another company had recommended it.
They were able to diagnose that the furnace's board had failed. The previous company had done so as well, but they had also thought our blower was malfunctioning, because it was always on. Atlas' tech was able to start the furnace by manually completing the normal startup sequence (bypassing the control board), so they were able to rule out the blower being at fault. The blower's malfunction was just that it was getting the wrong signals from the damaged control board.
One thing I really value, especially with how it's becoming more and more rare: they were completely transparent in their pricing/fees. They didn't bundle everything together without prices, and then give us a mystery sum. They quoted their visit fee, the rate for their labor, and the cost for the replacement part. The control board wasn't cheap, but the cost of the new board and the single hour of labor they charged for diagnosing the issue & installing it was $800 less than the first company had asked for for their cheapest option.
They were polite and friendly, knowledgeable and happy to answer a slew of questions from a first-time homeowner. All around fantastic, I highly recommend Atlas Heating.Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Elizabeth T.
Dec 20, 2023
Hi Mr. D,
Thank you for such a detailed review of our services, and in such glowing terms. One central Atlas goal is to tell the truth, no more, no less. If your furnace is older than 15 or 20 years, it is YOUR choice to decide what to do and when. You don't need a tech breathing down your neck telling you what to do. Glad we ruled out the blower for you since they are pricey. We work hard on getting it right and while we aren't perfect, we strive to be. We will share your review with all of our techs, and their smiles will be our reward. Can't thank you enough.
Lisa Tuck
Owner
ATLAS HEATING AND AC
sINCE 1908 - LadyJ M.San Francisco, CA231100Nov 13, 2023
We have not used them- not yet anyway. Thats why I did not put a fifth star. So far we have just had a guy come out. He told us different options but he was clear that hiring someone to assess what walls were insulated and getting insulation was the first step. He said we might not need his services but that that decision should be made after adding the insulation. Ww asked for a refferral and he gave us two. We are working with them now.
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Elizabeth T.
Dec 23, 2023
Hello LadyJ,
It was good to hear that you were given clear direction and choices to move forward. Glad we could be helpful during stage one of your journey. Would be happy to work with you in the future and to earn that 5th star!
Thank you,
Lisa