Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating

Heating and Air Conditioning, Water Heaters

About us

Since 1984, Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating has provided residential & commercial HVAC servicing the entire desert community. A 2017 Super Service Award winner, Desert Tech has provided exceptional services to their clients and Angie’s List members, alike. Desert Tech provides quality installations that are energy efficient and within your budget, while guaranteeing superior service at competitive rates. We also offer a free in-home energy audits and make recommendations based on your needs and budget. Desert Tech will thoroughly maintain your system, so it is energy efficient and reliable. We don't try to sell you parts or a totally new system that you don't need, like the bigger companies do to support their high overhead and advertising costs. We send trained technicians, not well rehearsed salesmen. Whether you need heating, cooling, duct work, restaurant refrigeration, or HVAC servicing, we are the company for you! For the best in HVAC services and dedicated customer service, contact us today!

Business highlights

40 years of trusted experience
Minority Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

HVAC Central A/C - Install & Repair Electric Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install & Repair Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install & Repair Geothermal Heating or Cooling System - Install & Repair Commercial Refrigeration

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.917 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
88%
4
6%
3
0%
2
6%
1
0%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
5.0
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.9

Filter reviews by category

Showing 1-17 of 17 reviews

Zabelle B.
02/2023
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
On time Professionally done
Description of Work: Installation of new system
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

DOUG S.
05/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
inspected & cleanedair conditioner
Description of Work: Went great. On time & very courteous. We bought the annual maintenance service and this was their first visit.
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
We value your patronage and appreciate your confidence in us. Thank you from Desert Tech!

John A.
06/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Job was performed on time / on schedule. The price was pretty much in line with the other two I received and all promised a cash discount which I received. I do have one very minor issue - but on a scale of 1 to 100 this issue is a 1-5 so they can fix when they come out in the fall to do fall service.
Description of Work: New heat pump installed.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,200

Jerry C.
04/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Great price, work and cleaned up.
Description of Work: Replaced and moved hvac

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$15,500

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
We value our customers greatly and are deeply touched when our customers have such a high regard in our work and commitment. We value your patronage and appreciate your confidence in us. Counting you among our customers is something for which we are especially grateful. On behalf of all of us at Desert Tech, we extend thanks for your recent review of our company.

WEs C.
11/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Miguel was great. Informed me of all options and helped me decide. The quality of work was outstanding and they went above and beyond, but didn't inflate my bill. I called Miguel to get a second bid. He was substantially lower.
Description of Work: HVAC and water heater needed replaced.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,200

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
We value our customers greatly and are deeply touched when our customers have such a high regard in our work and commitment. We value your patronage and appreciate your confidence in us. Counting you among our customers is something for which we are especially grateful. On behalf of all of us at Desert Tech, we extend thanks for your recent review of our company.

Helene S.
05/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lainie N.
07/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Used this company twice and I won't use anyone else now. They are extremely knowledgeable and trustworthy. They will give you an honest estimate of what needs to be done and provide you with options but they will not charge you for things you don't need. They came out and estimated the cost of a new water heater (mine was over 20 years old). They gave me a lot of information and I hired them to do the work. They installed the water heater and were exact to the estimate. When my dad called and said the air conditioner was not working and it was a terribly hot day in the desert, they were willing to send someone out to the house even though they were fully booked on a Saturday in order to help. I was so worried I was going to get a call that this was going to be expensive. Turns out it was as simple as the furnace door was not properly shut so the safety mechanism did not allow for the unit to come on. Essentially costing me nothing! I will continue to only use this company because I trust they care about the work they do. I highly recommend them.
Description of Work: They replaced my water heater and then came out on a service call for my air conditioners on a Saturday.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
We value our customers greatly and are deeply touched when our customers have such a high regard in our work and commitment. We value your patronage and appreciate your confidence in us. Counting you among our customers is something for which we are especially grateful. On behalf of all of us at Desert Tech, we extend thanks for your recent review of our company.

jill L.
11/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They checked back with me and they gave me a lot of information. They were also very cordial. They were very helpful and did a great job.
Description of Work: They installed a new AC unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
Thank you for your review, we are glad that we could provide you with professional and prompt service! Thank you for your business, and we hope to see you again!

Bobby C.
10/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: We have a three-zone AC/Heat system and after having three HVAC companies come out and evaluate why when the AC was selected one of the zones would trigger the heat to come on (my you - this is Palm Springs in September)! Each one of the companies gave varying reasons but it all centered around the fact that one of our zone controls went bad. In addition, each company provided various solutions from controller board replacement to rewiring and thermostat replacement with wide ranges of pricing. However, without knowing the service quality and I opted to consult Angie's List where I came across Desert Tech's glowing revues. My first introduction to DT included a fun and professional conversation with Maria in which she scheduled a tech to come out the very next day. I'd have to say that Zak & Jeremy were right on time, very professional and extremely confident in their ability to fix my system. They offered solutions and once we determined the best approach I felt comfortable that I made the correct selection with DT! The cost was reasonable and my system works perfectly - Thank you Zak & Jeremy and thank you Desert Tech!!

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$434

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
Thank you for your kind review! We are so glad that we could provide you with professional and reliable service, and that we could do everything that we needed to get your system running. We hope that you think about us again in the future.

Alan E.
05/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We needed to replace the 27 yr old HVAC on our new condo purchase. We went through this about 3 yrs ago in our home in Seattle so had some background knowledge. We spoke with 4 contractors, all of whom we really liked, but chose Desert Tech for the following reasons. (1) We liked the high level of technological knowledge and experience of the owner, Miguel. He spent quite a bit of time explaining desert HVAC systems and calculating the actual size needed for our unit. Our old unit was 5 ton. We had recommendations from 3.5 to 5 tons from the other contractors, but Miguel really detailed why staying with the 5 tons would be an advantage, but was willing to install a smaller unit if that was our decision. (2) His crew was highly experienced and professional. They made the comment to us that their installations were very precise as that was required by the owner. (3) He bid was the lowest. 4) He gives a 2 yr labor warranty vs 1 from the other contractors. (5) Miguel listened to our concern of not wanting a complicated thermostat and re-installed a 2nd one. He also came out several days later, reviewed and explained the functions for best efficiency. We also appreciated that he spent extra time giving us tech tips on closing up our condo for the summer. (6) We felt that he is honest and had a high degree of integrity so if there were any problems in the future he would make them right. We would not hesitate to refer anyone to Desert Tech.
Description of Work: Installed a new 14 seer American Standard package HVAC system. Although we initially wanted a higher seer all contractors agreed this was appropriate for our usage and cost considerations.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,556

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
[member name removed], thank you so much for this kind review! I am happy to hear that we were able to satisfy all levels of service from initial consultation, to installation, all the way to the follow up. We hope we get the opportunity to work with you again soon. Hope you're enjoying your AC!

Martinus H N.
04/2014
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: I needed two things done. One was getting the existing HVAC units (2) checked out and maintained. That was done. One of the units needed some new refrigerant. The other was instructions on how to set the thermostats and possibly having them replaced so that the constant temp is maintained in the dwelling without manually resetting the cool/heat switch. That was not done.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
Thank you taking the time to leave us a review. I'm glad we were able to maintenance your HVAC machines. However, if we were unable to correctly set your thermostat, please contact us privately and we will go ahead and make the necessary adjustments. Thank you!

Jim P.
09/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
My old roof mounted HVAC system was 30+ years old and had bit the dust. I did some homework and came up with two highly rated providers off of Angie's List. Desert Tech was the second quote I obtained. I ended up being about $350 lower than the other company but what impressed me was the attention to detail and level of customer support Desert Tech provided. Right from the initial inspection and estimate it was clear that Miguel (Owner) knew his business. We had several conversations on the phone and he took a lot of time to answer questions and explain what would need to be done. The old system was a sloppy installation and there were some issues discovered with the ducting. Some of these problems were apparent from the initial inspection and included in the estimate and some additional ducting issues were found once the old system was removed. They did the job right and spent a couple extra hours to fix the hidden issues at no additional cost to me. I had guests arriving within a few days of signing the contract and Miguel and his crew had it finished on time despite the short flow. Desert Tech uses only two tech installers who have both been with the company for years and the quality of work was superior. Before and after pictures are taken further reflecting this. Miguel has been in the HVAC business more than 3 decades in the desert and he knows his stuff. He never tried to over sell me and was very honest and up front throughout the process. No surprises is a good thing:) They also offered 2 years labor warranty (the other place only offered 1 year) and a free tune-up of the new system in one year. I would highly recommend this company and use them again unquestionably.
Description of Work: Installed a new HVAC system

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,050

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
Thank you for your positive review. I was more than happy to spend the extra time to make sure your system was working properly for you and your guests. We are always willing to work within our customers budget and time frame. We look forward to working with you again.

Michael S.
09/2013
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Was clueless as to why there wasn't better distribution of air flow.
Description of Work: DIDNT KNOW HOW TO SOLVE PROB

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
3.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0


Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
Dear customer, this is a classic case of the cure being worse than the illness. The 38-year-old home has ducting that has insulation delaminating and not properly insulated. Due to structural constraints, this ducting is impossible to replace without extensive structural work. The air goes to the path of least resistance. The owner is willing at any point to return to your residence and see what he can come up with himself. If interested, please contact us at (760) 327-2501.

Pat D.
06/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Everything worked out great with Desert Tech Air Conditioning and Heating. Their price was better than their competitors, they were just really nice people, and treated us like we were friends but very professional too.
Description of Work: Desert Tech Air Conditioning and Heating put in a whole new unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
Thank you for your review (deleted member name)! We are thrilled we could help. It was great to meet you. Feel free to reach out again if we can assist you or someone you know with anything else moving forward. Stay cool out there!

Linda K.
04/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It was easy to deal with everyone at their company and there were no hiccups along the way.
Description of Work: We used Desert Tech Air Conditioning and Heating to install our new A/C unit when ours went out right before summer started. Not only did they have the best prices but the speed in which they got the job started and finished was amazing. My husband and I had shopped around several other A/C companies in our area for the best pricing and we were shocked, there were a few companies that were going to charge us 3 times as much, FOR THE SAME EQUIPMENT AND INSTALL! There is a reason Desert Tech has been around since 1984. They were very polite, clean (they made sure everything was covered with plastic so nothing got dirty and left nothing unwanted behind when they left), knowledgeable, the quality of the work and attention to detail definitely exceeded our expectations.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,700

Response from Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating
Hi (member name removed), thank you very much for your review! We are happy you were more than satisfied with your service. Please do not hesitate to contact us if we may be of further assistance in the future. Hope you have been enjoying your cool summer. Cheers!

Michael B.
12/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We have been using Desert Tech here at Wally's Desert Turtle for over 15 years. We use them for all of our refridgeration and HVAC needs. From our ice machines to our refridgeration units and our entire heating and cooling system, Miguel and his team has serviced, repaired and/or replaced many of our systems. They are very knowledgable in their field and they get the job done on time and within budget. Do not hesitate to use Miguel and his Desert Tech team for any of your heating and cooling needs.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,000

Patricia M.
12/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating did an excellent job. They performed the job timely, they were very clean and professional. The installation went beautifully and I was very happy with their great customer service. I was very impressed with their work. I have been using them for about 8 years and I continue to refer my friends and family to them as I know you can rely on them for excellent service. I value the 27 years of service that they have in the community.
Description of Work: In August 2012, I had to replace one of my Air Conditioning Units and I called Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating as I have been using them for about 8 years because they were able to drop my electricity bill from $430.00 a month to about $210.00 a month by servicing my units yearly, making sure I didn't have any leaks and that my units were properly maintained. They have always performed the job timely and showed excelllent customer service. Recently they were able to install the new unit in a timely manner and they made sure they layed plastic down and they cleaned and sealed the service area. Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating have been around for about 27 years and they know what they're doing. The job was done professionally and I always refer my friends to them as I know that people are looking for technicians that you can rely on. I'm very happy with them and I know they will perform an excellent job for your home or business. Give them a call if you want the job done right.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,465

    Contact information

    68120 Alva Court, Cathedral City, CA 92234

    http://www.deserttechac.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Licensing

    Bonded

    Insured

    Licensed*

    Trade License Number
    978831
    Trade License Locale
    CA
    Trade License Authority
    California Contractors State License Board
    Trade License Expiration
    11/30/2024

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
    State Contractor License Requirements

    All statements concerning insurance, licenses, and bonds are informational only, and are self-reported. Since insurance, licenses and bonds can expire and can be cancelled, homeowners should always check such information for themselves. To find more licensing information for your state, visit our State Contractor License Requirements page.

    *Contact business to see additional licenses.


    Service Categories

    Heating and Air Conditioning,
    Water Heaters

    FAQ

    Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

    Sunday: Closed

    Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating accepts the following forms of payment: Check,MasterCard,Visa
    Yes, Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating does not offer a senior discount.
    Yes, Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating offers emergency services.
    Yes, Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating offers warranties.
    Desert Tech Air Conditioning & Heating offers the following services: HVAC Central A/C - Install & Repair Electric Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install & Repair Gas Furnace / Forced Air Heating System - Install & Repair Geothermal Heating or Cooling System - Install & Repair Commercial Refrigeration

    Contact information

    68120 Alva Court, Cathedral City, CA 92234

    http://www.deserttechac.com

    Service hours

    Sunday:
    Closed
    Monday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Tuesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Wednesday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Thursday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Friday:
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Saturday:
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM