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HVAC Palm Desert, CA 

Hydes is the Best Heating and Air Conditioning Company in Palm Desert, CA

At Hydes, we promise the best customer service that will exceed your expectations! We are happy to provide Palm Desert, CA residents with all your heating and cooling repair, installation and replacement, and HVAC maintenance services. Since 1972, thousands of families and business owners have trusted Hydes with their HVAC needs.

Don't trust us, see what your neighbors are saying about our service below! With over 13,000 reviews in Palm Desert we're a family company You Can Trust for your HVAC and Electrical services in Palm Desert.

Get the Best HVAC Service Near You

If your air conditioning unit isn't keeping you cool or you need reliable heating maintenance, call us now at (760) 360-2202! Our certified experts are ready to tackle any issue, no matter your system’s brand, age, or condition. Get 5 Star service and experience comfort with confidence—reach out today.

Recent Review

Just wanted to thank you, and especially Chris. When Chris was out at my neighbors' last Friday, I went over (at 4:45 pm) and told him my split (which your company installed) was not putting out cold AC. I admitted that I had tried to do something with the control the day before and that was very likely the problem. He said he'd be right over when he finished the job he was on.

He came over, quickly fixed my mistake, and reexplained how to work the thing. All very positively and kindly after 5 pm on a Friday. What a guy!!!! Please thank him again.

Carol B., Desert Palms

HVAC technician fixing air conditioner

Residential AC Repair Service in Palm Desert

Hydes offers exceptional air conditioning repair and replacement services to homes in and around Palm Desert, CA. Our expert team is NATE certified and highly trained with experience on all brands of HVAC systems. You can count on us to provide AC repair on any type of cooling unit. We come to your home with loaded trucks, ready to work and get your system running again quickly.

If your system is beyond repair, we also offer new AC installation or replacement service. As a licensed HVAC contractor in California, we are well-equipped to install your new air conditioning, heat pump, or ductless units with expertise and skill, ensuring it lasts you many years to come.

The Power of Ductless Mini-Splits in Palm Desert

Ductless Mini-Splits, unlike traditional HVAC systems, operate without the need for ductwork. This revolutionary design allows for flexible installation, enabling zoned heating and cooling with precision. Unlike traditional HVAC systems, Ductless Mini-Splits offer flexibility in placement. Our HVAC experts can install these units in various locations, optimizing efficiency and aesthetics within your home or garage.

Ductless Maintenance Is Easy

Maintaining your Ductless Mini-Split is a breeze too. Regular filter cleaning and simple check-ups are all that's needed to keep your system running smoothly, contributing to its long lifespan. With SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) ratings reaching impressive heights, Ductless Mini-Splits are champions in energy efficiency also. Say goodbye to energy wastage and hello to lower utility bills.

Elevate your home comfort with Ductless Mini-Splits from Hydes. Experience the perfect blend of energy efficiency, comfort control, and whisper-quiet operation.

Choosing Your AC Company

When it comes to AC repair, air conditioning system installation, and air conditioner maintenance services in Palm Desert, CA, there are a few things you should keep in mind.

  • First, it’s important to find a reputable air conditioning company that is well known and respected in their industry, has great reviews and employs professionally trained HVAC technicians for their work.
  • Second, be sure to schedule regular AC maintenance check-ups for your HVAC unit to prevent future problems.
  • Third, if you do need air conditioner repair, be sure to get it done as soon as possible to avoid further damage to your air conditioning unit.

By following these simple tips, you can avoid costly AC repairs and keep your home cool and comfortable all summer long.

Heating and Cooling Service FAQs

How much does it cost to replace my heating and air conditioning system near Palm Desert?

The average cost of replacing an HVAC or ductless system in Palm Desert ranges from $5,000 to $20,000. The price range is determined by a variety of criteria and options, such as system type, size, energy efficiency, time of year purchased, rebates/incentives, equipment manufacturer and labor/installation costs. If you also need to replace ductwork, you can expect to pay an extra for a single-story 2,200-square-foot home.

What maintenance does an air conditioner need in Palm Desert?

The filters and coils of an air conditioner must be maintained on a regular basis in order for the unit to work properly and efficiently during the course of its service life. Ignoring required maintenance results in a gradual deterioration in air conditioning effectiveness while increasing energy consumption.

The most crucial maintenance job for ensuring the effectiveness of your air conditioner is to change or clean its filters on a regular basis. The coils of an air conditioner naturally accumulate dirt over time. A clean filter keeps the coils from becoming too dirty to effectively cool your home. Regular maintenance ensures the filters and coils are clean and performing correctly.

How much does AC repair cost near Palm Desert?

The average household pays between $250 and $600 for AC repair. Pricing for this project varies considerably depending on the issue, part, and complexity of the project. Repairing a malfunctioning thermostat, for example, is likely to be less expensive than repairing a central AC system.

What are the benefits of a heat pump near Palm Desert?

Some advantages of installing a heat pump include being able to cool and heat your home (one unit), consuming less energy by being more efficient than a central AC unit and enhancing your indoor air quality.

How much does an indoor air quality test cost?

On average, indoor air quality testing costs between $250 and $300. Indoor air quality testing may detect the presence of numerous pollutants in your home’s air, such as mold and mildew. Contaminants from chemicals and combustion may also be tested for.

Serving Palm Desert’s Sun City Communities

Palm Desert is home to some of the Coachella Valley’s most well-known 55+ communities, including Sun City Palm Desert and nearby Sun City Shadow Hills. These guard-gated communities feature thousands of single-story homes designed for desert living, golf-cart-friendly streets, and an active lifestyle that depends on reliable indoor comfort year-round.

We regularly serve homeowners in Sun City Palm Desert, one of the largest Del Webb communities in the area, as well as Sun City Shadow Hills just east in Indio. Homes in these neighborhoods require HVAC systems that can handle extreme summer heat, maintain consistent airflow, and operate efficiently to keep monthly energy costs predictable.

As a trusted heating and air conditioning contractor serving Palm Desert, Hydes Air Conditioning understands the construction styles, HVAC layouts, and comfort expectations common in these communities. From fast AC repairs to system replacements and preventative maintenance, our team delivers dependable service tailored to desert homes and the homeowners who live in them.

Your Local HVAC Contractors in Palm Desert

Call (760) 360-2202 to schedule your heating and cooling service in Palm Desert or contact us online with any questions 24 hours a day.

We’d love to earn your business! See what your neighbors are saying about our heating and air conditioning repair services below.

Recent Jobs and Reviews in Palm Desert, CA

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 15932 customer reviews

Customers say: # Service Sentiment Analysis The reviews reflect an overwhelmingly positive sentiment toward the air conditioning service provided. Customers consistently express high satisfaction with the technicians' professionalism, knowledge, and courtesy. The tone across the collection is decidedly positive, with recurring praise for technicians being prompt, thorough in their work, and taking time to explain technical issues clearly to customers. Many reviewers specifically highlight the helpfulness and friendly demeanor of the service personnel. There's a strong theme of trust and confidence in the service quality, with several customers mentioning they are repeat clients or plan to continue using the service based on their positive experiences. The technical competence demonstrated during service visits appears to be a significant factor in customer satisfaction, with many appreciating the thorough inspections and maintenance provided. Overall, the reviews convey a sense of reliability and excellence in service that has created a loyal customer base who feel their air conditioning needs are being well addressed.

Job Locations and Reviews

Thor J.
Thor J. Checked in
Performed ac cooling maintenance on York micro channel condenser and carrier condenser, both with upflow York Diamond. 80 furnaces in garage. Replaced filters inside furnaces. Cleared condensation drains, capped one at a time so it doesn’t blow out the other, they’re connected. Venstar thermostats turning on equipment properly. Kitchen venstar has setpoint at. 78°, indoor temp 79° but not running, I checked and could not adjust temp thresholds , homeowner says she’s fine with it and used to it. Can replace with a simple Honeywell thermostat. Checked amps, volts, run capacitors, refrigerant/temp splits. Systems are cooling properly. Informed homeowner both compressors are pulling over their max rates start amps, thus overtime can wear down the motors, they take more energy and electricity to startup as they age. Recommended adding hard start kits to each system to assist compressors for smoother startups, prolonging their lives and reducing stress on the “hearts “ of the air conditioner
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Barry H.
Barry H. Checked in
Quote on Mitsubishi
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent Service
Edward - Palm Desert, CA 92211
Daniel H.
Daniel H. Checked in
Comfort ac service on 2017 American standard split system. Fau located outside closet. Replaced filter, flushed lines and washed coils. Checked all ac components and charge. Found dual run capacitor dead on herm side, system has hard start kit. Replaced under parts and labor warranty.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Brandon O.
Brandon O. Checked in
Maintenance for cooling on an American standard platinum series heat pump. 20 x 25 filter located at FAU. FAU attic axis located above washer and dryer in a closet by the kitchen. Condensation line cleared filter changed. Checked system sequence of operation. Check compressor amps, check fan motor amps, checked Freon and pressure, checked fuses, system has surge protector. Client wanted to be well informed on how to properly operate thermostat. Showed client how to operate the thermostat. Thermostat working properly and showing no active alerts. System is working per manufacture specs. Home is cooling properly.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Thor did a great job.
Ken - Palm Desert, CA 92211
Frank V.
Frank V. Checked in
Check cooling and electrical components everything is working in cooling
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Maurice B.
Maurice B. Checked in
Cooling service on 2019 American Standard rooftop package unit 2021 American standard rooftop package heat pump unit changed out standard lake filters, cleared all electrical components of dust and debris, verified proper sequence of operation, found starting amps for both systems exceeding specifications, as well as biological growth on both of blower wheel and housing recommended installed and tested compressor saver kits to prevent any further damage to compressors and assist compressors at startup and prolonged life of compressors, had a member sign agreement for pool/clean blower wheel and housing to remove biological growth scheduled appointment for next Friday for cleaning member prepaid. Verified refrigerant levels and took temperature splits and cycled equipment. Washed condensing coils and cleared condensation lines. With recommended repairs systems are now within manufacturers, specifications, and cooling and operating properly at this time of service.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Daniel H.
Daniel H. Checked in
Comfort ac service on new American standard platinum split system. Fau located outside closet. Replaced filter, flushed lines and washed coils. Checked all ac components and temperature split. System is properly running. Surge protections working.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Jonathan C.
Jonathan C. Checked in
Replaced batteries for remote. Equipment is working properly
Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Always consistent and excellent service
Arlene - Palm Desert, CA 92260
Thor J.
Thor J. Checked in
Performed AC maintenance on American standard platinum split system and cleaned and checked ductless units. Replaced 20x30 ceiling filter. Checked 1050 thermostat for history, alerts, and reminders. Thermostat checked out good. Cleaned our drive compartment. Rinsed down the condenser coils. Checked all electrical and refrigerant components and readings. All systems are cooling properly. Since homeowner had a Platinum system with inverter technology as well as 3 mini splits that use inverter tech which just means lots of tech, computers, sensors etc that are susceptible to electrical spikes and surges. His service panel is full. And no room to rearrange. Informed homeowner about whole home surge protection as best option but after getting with electrical department, his panel won’t support it. So I let him know I’ll send quotes for individual surge protectors. Ductless/ mini splits only need one surge protector per system. Main home 5-ton platinum would need 2, one for indoor attic Fau
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Brandon O.
Brandon O. Checked in
Maintenance for cooling on a 2006 R 22American standard upflow split system. Nest thermostat working properly. Washable filter located at furnace. Condensation line cleared filter washed. Check system sequence of operation. Check compressor amps, checked fan motor, checked capacitor and hard start kit, checked Freon and pressure. Washed outdoor unit down. System is working per manufacture specs. Customer acknowledge system is 20 years old. Home is cooling properly.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Daniel H.
Daniel H. Checked in
One time tune up on 2004 casita heat pumps. Comfort ac service on 2025 American standard for bedroom system. Fau located inside hallway attic. Main house has two systems but only serviced bedroom system. Checked all ac components and refrigerant levels. Blew out electrical compartments. Flushed condensate lines and washed coils. Systems properly running.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Jonathan C.
Jonathan C. Checked in
Misunderstanding unit making noise is not unit that serves home. Sighned up on maintenance plan and advised to call and schedule maintenance for equipment. Unit has not been serviced in two years.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Frank V.
Frank V. Checked in
Wash condenser check cooling and electrical components everything is working in cooling
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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DANNY IS THE BEST....REPRESENTS HYDES VERY WELL
Rod - Palm Desert, CA 92211
Brandon O.
Brandon O. Checked in
Maintenance for cooling on an American standard gold series 5 ton heat pump. Honeywell thermostat working properly. Condensation line cleared filters changed. 24 x 24 filter located at FAU. Pulled out two 24 x 24 filters at FAU, the filters were very dirty which caused airflow restriction. Notified customer that putting in two filters in the FAU can cause air restriction, which can eventually stress or damage the system. Check system sequence of operation. Check compressor amps, check fan motor amps, check capacitor, checked Freon and pressure. Customer wanted me to acknowledge that when the system turns on it makes very loud noise. Upon maintenance, the equipment startup was very loud. Recommended customer put in hard start kit for a smoother and reduce some noise when start up. Notified customer the benefits of having a hard start kit. Customer agreed and signed estimate. Installed Hardstart kit and checked in rush. System is working per manufacture specs. Home is cooling properly. A
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Daniel G.
Daniel G. Checked in
Perform a cooling maintenance on two split system unit. Check sequence of operations by checking out all electrical and refrigeration levels at this time. Both systems are cooling down the house properly reaching temperatures of 73° on each thermostat, clean down conversation lines and finish maintenance by washing down both condenser units. No one home at a time of maintenance. Make sure to lock everything up the way Client wanted.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Daniel H.
Daniel H. Checked in
One time tune up on original 1986 packaged unit. Replaced 20x30 in return grille, old filter hadn’t been changed for a year. Checked all ac components and temperature split. Blew out very dusty electrical compartment. Flushed condensate line and washed coils. Put thermostat back to 73 and locked front door. System is well past life expectancy. System is 40 years old with life expectancy of 10-15 years. System is showing signs of age with components all rusted out. Highly recommend free replacement estimate for major break down during hot weather leaving client without air.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Daniel H.
Daniel H. Checked in
Comfort ac service on two 2021 American standard heat pumps. Air handlers located inside powder room attic. Replaced filters throughout the house. Flushed condensate lines and washed condenser coils. Checked all ac components and charge. Washed mini split filters. Advised client mini split noise is coming from blower motor. Advised mini split is 13 years old so replacement of motor not recommended. Renewed on yearly agreement.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Very effective and efficient service. Was on time and professionall
Joan - Palm Desert, CA 92211
Thor J.
Thor J. Checked in
Performed AC Cooling maintenance on 2021 American Standard split system. Replaced 20x30 ceiling filter. Honeywell 8000 first gen thermostat working properly. Cleared condensation drain. Cleaned condenser coil, cleaned our condenser electrical compartment. Checked capacitors, amps, volts, refrigerant charge/temperature split (22°). System is cooling properly at time of service, collected renewal for silver maintenance plan. ($179).
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Jonathan C.
Jonathan C. Checked in
Bedroom equipment Goodman 2006 model electric high voltage box caught fire and melted circuit. Equipment for home is in very poor condition well past life expectancy. Replaced disconnect box and was able to get unit to run. Highly recommend replacement of equipment to avoid multiple potential problems. Equipment uses r22 refrigerant which is no longer manufactured. Attached estimate below for replacement of two systems for living room and bedrooms.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Maurice B.
Maurice B. Checked in
Cooling service on 2021 American Standard package heat pump system. Changed out 24 x 36 filter located in upper wall, cleared all electrical components of dust and debris, to verified proper sequence of operation, found starting gaps, exceeding specifications, recommended/install installed/tested compressor saver kit to prevent any further damage to compressor and to assist compressor at startup and prolong life of compressor. Verified refrigerator levels and took temperature splits and cycled equipment. Cleared condensation lines in wash condensing coils. Thermostat checked out OK. With recommend recommended repair repairs system is now within manufacturers, specifications, and cooling and operating properly at this time of service.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Christopher J.
Christopher J. Checked in
Performed a cooling maintenance on a casita heat pump and main house platinum. Washed air filters, cleared condensate drain line and washed outdoor units. No error codes or notifications on CDA. Checked refrigerant circuit diagnostic, capacitors and electric motors. Both systems are cooling the home at the time of maintenance.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Thor J.
Thor J. Checked in
Performed AC Cooling maintenance on 2013 American Standard split system. Replaced. 20x30 ceiling filter. Honeywell 6000 thermostat working properly. Cleared condensation drain from attic. Drains into entryway sink. Cleaned out condenser electrical compartment and thoroughly rinsed condenser coil. Checked start and run capacitors, amps, volts, refrigerant charge/temp split. (24.7°). System is cooling properly at time of service. Collected renewal for maintenance plan.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
Brandon O.
Brandon O. Checked in
Maintenance for cooling on an American standard package unit. Honeywell thermostat checks out ok. Condensation line cleared filters changed filter. Check system sequence of operation. Check compressor amps, check Freon and temperature split. System is working per manufacture specs. Home is cooling properly.
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Frank V.
Frank V. Checked in
wash both condenser check cooling and electrical components everything is working properly in cooling
Palm Desert, CA 92260
Thor J.
Thor J. Checked in
Replaced OEM ECM condenser fan motor for 2014 Trane split system. Confirmed exact specs match. Cycled system in cooling after. Checked amps, volts, charge/temp split (23°). System and fan motor are working to manufacture specifications and cooling properlt. 2- year warranty on motor with Hyde’s as maintenance member.
Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent service! Brayan was very professional and answered all my questions patiently!
Karin - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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We needed help right away. We were installing a new oven and the installer had electrical questions that were very important. I called Hydes and Frederick got right back to us and cleared everything up. Much Appreciated!!
Ron - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Jonathon was terrific ….. great asset to Hyde’s.
Pattie - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent service
Archie - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Good job, well done.
Lee - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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James was great! Helpful informative and very pleasant.
Fran - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Brandon is knowledgeable and professional !
Bill - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Very knowledgeable and friendly
John - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Very professional & informatative
Eileen - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Fred was excellent.
Veronica - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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All technicians are knowledgeable and positive.
Michael - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent Service!
Julie - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Great service and technical explanation
Randy - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Miguel was great. Polite, explained what he was doing, you could tell he’s an all-around nice guy. Hydes came through - as always. We love Hydes! The best!!
Stephanie - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent service
Mary - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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A true professional, Armador lives up to the Hyde’s standard!
John - Palm Desert, CA 92211
Response from Hydes Air Conditioning:

Wonderful thank you!

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Efficient, quick service. We felt secure with his work. We appreciated Hyde’s ability to access the needed part and 10 year warranty.
Jim - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent
Alan - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Friendly, on time, and efficient!
Jessica - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Alex performed a service call to our parents in Palm Desert and determined the 25+yr system needed replacement. Alex did a professional job explaining the options to us remotely, as did Michael on a follow-up call, leading to us scheduling a new (replacement) install.
Jim - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Efficient, clearly knowledgeable tech. Great customer service personality.
Anthony - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Remotely, we coordinated a new (replacement) system with Hydes AC for our parents in Palm Desert. Got great feedback from our parents on the work of Luis & Adrian.
Jim - Palm Desert, CA 92211
Response from Hydes Air Conditioning:

THANK YOU! We appreciate the great review and of course your business Jim.

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Quick service
Steven - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Called me after service and gave me a summary of what he found
Mark - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Servicev
Joseph - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Jonathan was thorough, professional and very courteous. A pleasure to work with.
Susan Tourtelot - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Taylor is phenomenal
Tory - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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Call Hyde ask for Frank
Chuck - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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He could not have e more accommodating. He was excellent.
Steve - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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She did a great job and answered all my questions
Barbara - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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It was easy to schedule an appointment and Hyde’s maintained good communication. Fernanda was very professional and informative.
LA - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent service!
Martha - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Craig Cron was excellent: timely arrival and service, polite, cordial, and friendly service. Happy and satisfied; highly recommended.
Kim - Palm Desert, CA 92260
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The installation went smoothly, they were efficient & very neat.
Jill - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Excellent service by Amador! He was professional and explained everything in detail. I would highly recommend Hyde for any air-conditioning issues. They responded promptly and was able to get our problem solved.
Danette - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Rep was competent, professional, pleasant, courteous and well trained. She explained what she was doing, answered questions and was neat...all good
Jane - Palm Desert, CA 92211
Response from Hydes Air Conditioning:

Thank you for the super review of Fernanda!

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Arrived on time, knew his stuff.
Jimmy - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Good Service
Ron - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Wonderful company
Donn - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Good job
Donald - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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We have had Taylor handle our HVAC for years. Taylor does a great job and is a very personable person that we enjoy having as our HVAC rep. Taylor does a great job with our system and is very helpful in explaining any questions we have. We will continue to use Hyde’s and look forward to working with Taylor in the future. Hyde’s and Taylor get a 10 from us. Ron and Peggy Key
Ron - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Great service!
James - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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my tenant was very happy with the service 😆
Betty - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Maurice was great
Glen - Palm Desert, CA 92211
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Great service
Bill - Palm Desert, CA 92211