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.
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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
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Recent Jobs and Reviews in Palm Desert, CA
Customers say: The overall sentiment across these reviews is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting high levels of customer satisfaction and appreciation for the service provided. Customers consistently express gratitude and praise for the professionalism, knowledge, and courtesy demonstrated by the technicians. Recurring themes include exceptional customer service, with technicians being described as friendly, respectful, polite, and professional throughout their interactions. Technical expertise is another dominant positive trend, as customers frequently commend the thorough diagnostics, efficient problem-solving, and clear explanations provided during service calls. Many reviewers highlight the promptness and reliability of the service, noting quick response times, punctuality, and efficient completion of work. The dedication to resolving complex or frustrating situations is particularly appreciated, with several customers expressing relief and happiness at having their HVAC and electrical issues successfully addressed. There is also notable appreciation for the transparency and honesty in service delivery, with customers valuing straightforward communication without unnecessary upselling. Long-term customer loyalty emerges as a theme, with multiple reviewers mentioning years of positive experiences and enthusiastic recommendations to neighbors and friends. The overall tone is one of trust, satisfaction, and genuine appreciation for quality workmanship and customer-focused service.
Palm Desert, CA at a glance
Hydes Air Conditioning has completed 25 jobs in Palm Desert, CA in October 2026.
The 63 customer reviews shown here average 5.0 out of 5.
The most recent job was on October 16, 2026.
Hydes Air Conditioning has completed 8,285 jobs in Palm Desert, CA in the last 12 months. The first job there was in March 2014.
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Job Locations and Reviews
Unit. #302F , thermostat by garage door/kitchen. Same 4 flashes for suction temp sensor, traced entire wiring and found it partly damaged where it fits through electrical panel to true suction area of condenser. Fixed with fresh stripped cuts and gray wire nuts. Could not find any issue with reversing valve , appears that the outdoor eev may have gotten stuck, performed the open and close test on eev board pins, could feel it fully open and close and numbers were good, no temp difference issues across true suction through reversing valve so doesn’t appear to have any internal leaking or stuck. Now getting 120° supply temp, other bedroom unit was off and got house up to 85° on both thermostats indoor temp. Recommended to pick her temp and just leave it, she prefers 78° in heating as she prefers it warm and always had it like that. No flashes on red led anymore. No short cycling or temperature issues.
Maintenance is necessary to keep good year around a/c and heating. I have no-brainer maintenance with Hyde's which I am grateful for and great tech's. Love Hyde's.
Indoor unit safety inspection and maintenance. Replace filters. Equipment executed the sequence of operation in heating with no carbon monoxide detected in the home. Inducer/blower motor amp draw. Checked blower capacitor. Checked temperature heat rise. Pre-booked summer maintenance – Starbucks.
Called client to advise on 20x25x5 carbon clean merv 16 filter on amazon for two pack $80
Alex was professional and knowledgable
Excellent
1050 thermostat by kitchen wasn’t online or connected to app, rebooted and network was 2 yellow bars but on other 1050 by master bedroom was fulll green bars and showed connected to smart home. She also stated temperatures for master bedroom and bathroom felt off. I changed and added 1050 thermostats to room sensors and have them values at 50% with room sensors, temperature on display matches Temperature in room better now . Was able to have both thermostats on app and connected to network , may be a router issue or 2.4hz 5hz cause one has yellow network signal the other all green. May either be a router issue, or what router hz is and may need tech support to see if they are able to see what network hz it is and if needed to change, if all else then may start by replacing the room sensors, and very last the kitchen area 1050, but it is all working exactly as it should when finished it’s disfnostic.
Performed indoor safety check monthly maintenance in heat on a American standard location garage up flow, followed Sequence of operation rinsed out filter checked amps on blower motor capacitor voltage limit switches safety switches working at range cleared burners cycled burners cleared condensation line unit is working to manufacture specification in heat also left Starbucks card behind
Performed annual maintenance on a 2012 Lennox gas furnace and a 2024 American Standard partial installation. Replaced the 20x30 air filter. Followed the sequence of operations and inspected the gas valve, blower motor, capacitor, and flame sensor. Checked blower motor amperage and verified proper Reme LED indicator operation. Checked the T6 thermostat to ensure it was calling for both heating and cooling. Cycled the system in cooling mode and checked compressor amperage, fan motor amperage, and capacitor operation. Cleared the condensate drain line to ensure proper drainage. Both systems are operating properly in their respective modes at the completion of service.
After opening multiple switches and outlets I traced the tripping circuit with a toner. I was getting tone in multiple locations but none seemed to be the cause of the issue. I started toning outside and found an outlet with a pvc conduit going into the ground. After separating the circuits I was able to restore power to the home. The customer declined resolving the issue with the circuit in the conduit but did want to continue using the exterior outlet. I capped both the neutral and hot wires going into the conduit and connected the working circuit to a new gfci. Returned all devices back to how they were.
Help Client understand how to switch her thermostat from heat to cool mode. Wrote down written instructions on how to switch back-and-forth between the two modes.
Daniel is very thorough in his diagnosis and completion of the job. I really appreciate that he tried everything he could possibly think of before suggesting a replacement and he gave me good options for the replacement.
Arrived at customer’s home to give a price for running a new dedicated circuit for a stovetop that customer is purchasing, and for an ev charger circuit with a diagnostic for a fan in one of the bedrooms. Will use spare conduit into the attic and run romex from there through the attic and down the wall to stove location. On a separate trip we will set an outlet off the back of the main breaker panel and perform a diagnostic on a fan in the bedroom. 1 electrician 1 helper 1 day for stovetop. 1 electrician 3 hrs for the outlet and diagnostic
Installed Reme halo and tested for east side of home.
Performed a first time maintenance on two split system units. Check main unit in both heating and cooling from all electrical components and refrigeration levels within range. Also checked out Casita unit and cool mode and found that thermostat wires from outdoor unit need to be repaired Client agreed after fixing low voltage wires for Casita unit system started up and started to cool down the Casita properly at this time. Both systems are working within specifications finish maintenance by cleaning out, condensation line and changing out filter.
Performed indoor safety check annual maintenance in heat on a American standard platinum followed Sequence of operation Changed filters checked amps on blower motor limit switches safety switches working at range cleared burners cycled burners cleared condensation line unit is working to manufacture specification in heat also left Starbucks card behind
Performed annual maintenance on two ultra Low nox furnaces American Standard split systems, model year 2020. Replaced air filters in the following sizes: 14× 24, 14 × 14, and 20 × 30. * Checked Honeywell 8000 thermostats and verified heating and cooling temperature settings. * Inspected system operation and checked electrical components and connections. * Checked gas pressure and inspected furnace operation. * Checked for unusual noises during operation. * Inspected both furnace locations: one in the hallway attic and the other in the garage . System Status: Both systems were operating properly at the time of service. Heating and cooling operation were checked, and no unusual noises were noted. No operational issues were observed during the maintenance visit.
I have been a customer with Hydes for several years. This is the first time I have utilized their electrical services. Eli did a great job. He resolved my electrical problem in a very short period of time. In addition to being efficient he is very customer focused and goes out of his way to provide great service!
Arrived to troubleshoot two ceiling fans that would not turn off with remotes. After troubleshooting ceiling fan I looked in the battery compartment of the remotes and switched the dip settings to both of them. After switching them around a bit I found the correct setting for both remotes. Both fans are now operating correctly.
Performed annual maintenance in heat on 2 Lennox splits located master bedroom attic, followed Sequence of operation Changed customer supplied filters checked amps on blower motors limit switches safety switches working at range checked blower motor capacitor unit that serves living area out of range reading 7.11 out of range is 7.125 recommend replacing cleared burners cycled burners cleared condensation lines units are working to manufacture specification in heat
Arrived at customer’s home to run two new thermostat wires for each platinum unit that is being installed today and tomorrow. Piped up exterior wall and penetrated into garage with customer’s approval. From inside the garage we piped up into the attic and ran wires to each indoor unit through the attic. Sealed all penetrations and confirmed with installers that thermostat wires we where they needed them to complete scope of work for today.
Maintenance on an American standard platinum series 4 ton upflow heat pump. FAU located in a closet by parking space 20 x 25 filter located at FAU. Condensation line cleared filter changed. 1050 thermostat working properly and showing no active alerts. Verified all electrical and safety. Checked system sequence of operation. Checked FAU amps, checked electrical and relay panel, checked compressor amps, checked fan motor amps, checked fuses and disconnect box, checked inrush, checked Freon and pressure. Outdoor unit monitor shows no active alerts. System is working per manufacture spec. Client renewed bi-annual maintenance via check.
Performed a heating maintenance on a gas furnace located in garage. Check sequence of operations by checking out all electrical and temperature rise. At this time system is heating up the house properly cleaned out condensation line washed out washable filter and finish maintenance by making sure your system switched back into cool mode properly.
Performed annual maintenance on 2019 American Standard Heat Pump split system Replaced the 20 × 30 and 10 × 10 air filters. * Checked system operation and verified heating and cooling functions. * Inspected electrical operating amperage. * Checked low-voltage electrical connections and system feedback. * Inspected ductwork for deterioration or visible damage. * Cycled the system to verify proper operation. * Checked compressor amperage, capacitor condition, and fan motor amperage. * Cleared debris and obstructions from the outdoor unit and surrounding terminal area. System Operation The heat pump was tested in both heating and cooling modes. At the time of service, the system was operating properly. Final Status: Annual maintenance completed. Heating and cooling operation verified at the time of service.
Maintenance on two TRANE horizontal split systems. Two attic access one in master bedroom closet, and one in hallway. Three 20 x 20 filters one in master bedroom two in the hallway. Condensation lines cleared filters changed. Two Honeywell thermostats working properly. Verified all electrical and safety. Checked both system sequence of operation. Checked inducer motor amps, checked pressure switch, checked igniter, checked flame sensor, checked capacitors, verify 24 V on gas valve, checked blower motor, checked furnace amps. Both systems are working at time of maintenance.
Excellent
All loads were running , indoor blower motor, compressor motor and condenser fan motor. Filter is clean and new. Nothing blocking airflow in blower panel like insulation. Getting good velocity at registers and proper 22° split. System refrigerant is charged properly, no signs of loss/leak or restriction. Numbers don’t show any airflow issue. Fan speeds are correct. Blower amps are good. ECM blower motor. Informed homeowner to keep it til it reaches 78° so blower motor can cycle off them can lower more if needed. Older rust stains on blower housing, were there before too so maybe ECM blower motor may have intermittent issue. Will get cost of replacement and follow up with homeowner.
Performed a heating maintenance on two gas furnace. Check sequence of operations by checking out both electrical and temperature rise for both units one unit located in garage the other located in attic, cleaned out, condensation lines and change out filters. At this time, both systems are heating up the house properly informed Client about the great benefits of a water safety switch for unit in garage. Client agreed to have water safety switch installed after installing tested out component finish maintenance by making sure both system switched back into cool mode properly.
Arrived for a complimentary electrical safety inspection. During inspection of bonding system I could not find the bonding to the water lines. You must bond metal water lines to prevent electrical shock and safely clear fault currents if the pipes become accidentally energized. During inspection of the exterior outlets I discovered one out in the back porch that did not have a bubble cover. Bubble covers (also called "in-use" covers) protect exterior outlets by creating a deep, weatherproof dome that keeps rain, snow, and debris out of the receptacle even when an electrical cord is actively plugged in. I advised customer to have a smoke detector that has signs of discoloration to be replaced as it is most likely past its life expectancy. When inspecting the interior outlets I found that they were not up to code. Tamper-resistant receptacles feature internal spring-loaded shutters that block foreign objects from being inserted into only one slot. The shutters only open when equal press
Performed indoor unit and heating maintenance on 2024 American Standard split system heat pump. Replaced 20x30 and (2) 14x14 ceiling filters. Honeywell 8000 thermostat working properly, cycled system in heat from thermostat. System is heating properly, 30° heat rise. Checked blower motor amps, voltages, ducting. Cleared condensation drain from jones valve. Cleared off attic platform.
I Performed Maintenance on the Heating System. Also checked Aprilaire filter and filter will need to be changed by spring. The system is a 2019 model located in the garage. I also flushed the condensation drain. The system checked out operational. Scheduled next maintenance visit online and gave client Starbucks Card.
Always a pleasure seeing Alex ! Of course I get excellent service from Hydes but Alex is professional , competent and a joy to spend time with.
Jonathan was very friendly and accommodating.
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Always glad our technician is Chris! We have excellent service and how knowledgeable he is on any problems we have Shows us the videos of products that would fix it ie Purifier Product and estimate The new thermostat he installed a yr ago has saved us money on electric bill especially the AC
excellent
came in as express helper d was very courteous
Fernanda was a very hard worker with great knowledge and kind for my needs
Fernanda was great. Answered all my questions.
Always pleased with Hyde’s work and service, clean, neat and on time, options for work to be done ~~~
Miguel was on time and went the extra mile to custom fabricate the required filter (which was a non-standard size)
Great service.
Very polite
very good service and Brandon was veery personable
Fernanda was so good answering my many questions and giving me advice on how to take care of my A/C. I had no idea I needed to put in a new filter in between visits.
Excellent service
Replaces filter-checks thermostat temperature, adjust temperature if needed and checks AC HEATING UNIT.
Very helpful
Great service
Alex was professional & efficient.
Very prompt and professional!
Alex was great!
Alex was very pleasant to talk with and went about his check up on my heating system with expert knowledge.
Technican Brandon Osuna arrived on-time. Identified self, asked if there were any questions or problems before begining A/C & Split Sys Winter Service. Performed service & answered questions. Everything OK & ready to go for Winter! Thanks for giving me peace of mind that all units will perform as expected.
We called a little before 8am today and an automated customer service answered the call. First, this was the best we've ever experienced...prompted correctly and was able to confirm an appointment with the next 2 hours. Alex showed up and fixed our problem and was extremely polite and answered our questions. Great experience AGAIN and AGAIN!
Sister said no problem. Quick and efficient.
Arrived early, rebooted system and left, problem resolved
She did a great job
Excellent service
On time, fast and knowledgeable!
She was very thorough and very kind.
*****
We experienced Alex our technician from Hydes today to be very pleasant, knowledgable courteous he came in and serviced our furnace for winter with no complications. We really appreciate good service and a pleasant knowledgable technician thank you Alex & Hydes.
Excellent and timely service
Taylor was fantastic! He not only tuned up our heat pump for winter, but he adjusted the heat on our water heater, which we also bought from Hyde last December.
Jonathon spent a great deal of time looking at our equipment and giving us alternatives ti go forward.
Great Service. Great man
Second or third time big Mo (Maurice Burrell) came by to service unit and as usual he was awesome. Very professional in his work and took his time to explain job completed. Thank you!
Very professional and always explains the service he does.
Excellent Service!
Professional!
Chris showed up timely. He is courteous, polite, and efficient. Who could ask for anything more? An outstanding representative of Hyde’s. This Hyde’s service is more than worth it. 👍
Christopher was outstanding. Did a great job, kept me informed the whole time and was an absolute pleasure to work with. Highly recommend the Hyde team.
No communication unless I asked them something. Just felt like they wanted to get in and out asap. I realize it was hot and no fun but he gave me nothing to let me feel like he was 100%. I also realize not everyone can have the skills of James. Hopefully his ability as an installer outweighs his poor communication skills. Jessie (inside checking flow) was great and personable. Honestly doesn’t take much but I had zero confidence in him and was keeping my fingers crossed that he was doing the job well.
Danny's prompt arrival and quick fix of the problem was outstanding. As always, Danny was perfect
The immediate response to my needs was something I experienced on the phone contact and that was a ++++ Then what sold me on this company, even before the the inspection and quote for the work to be done, was the face to face contact upon meeting their representative who came to my home. The Greetings with a smile and the No push - No rush conversation was a +++++++++ I did not get service that day but placed order for repair and equipment purchase and got all scheduled the same day.+++++
Jonathan was very punctual and kept me informed about when he would arrive and what he would be doing. He took the time to explain how to get the best efficiency out of the mini split system. I found Jonathan's demeanor and professionalism to be very refreshing in this industry. He is a valuable asset to your company. The last two questions are non-applicable because this was warranty work.