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 64 customer reviews shown here average 5.0 out of 5.
The most recent job was on October 17, 2026.
Hydes Air Conditioning has completed 8,295 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
Had a short in my HVAC system affecting my thermostat. Technician Jonathan was able to find the short very quickly. He fixed the issue safely, quickly, and my unit is up and running beautifully! Thank you so much!
Low voltage short in control wireing. Diagnosed and repaired electrical short. Tested operation and verified equipment is working properly.
Upon arrival, indoor unit was operational. Found outdoor unit was non-operational with further investigation found a failed condenser fan motor informed client will need to replace. client agreed after replacing condenser fan motor tested out unit at this time. System is cooling down the house properly compressor amps are within range coming out at 58° from supply vent.
Great service
Indoor unit safety inspection and maintenance. Equipment executed the sequence of operation in heating with no carbon monoxide detected in the home. Check static pressure, blower motor amp draw and temperature heat rise. Replaced filters and cleared condensate. System is functioning according to manufacture specifications. Starbucks.
Verified equipment is working properly according to manufacturer specifications. Wireless Tstat down button sticking and difficult to adjust temperature. Recommend replacing wireless thermostat. Renewed maintenance plan
Very quick service. Kind of expensive for one part and 90 minutes including drive time.
Stopped by home owners home to advise on options. Will schedule to install new equipment Monday or Tuesday. Collected deposit
Diagnostic on 2015 American standard equipment. Loss of power to equipment, low voltage short blown fuse. Located and repaired electrical short. Tested operation and verified equipment is operational at this time. Contacted home owner and advised low voltage control wireing on roof is sun rotted and has exposed wires\. Recommend installing new low voltage control circuit on roof in emt to prevent continuous electrical shorts. Attached estimate below for new control circuit (see photos)
Excellent Service
Upon arrival unit with model number 180BNA036-A outdoor unit was not operational. Only indoor unit was operational upon checking out outer unit found a swollen run capacitor in forum. Client will need to replace client agreed after replacing system started up and started to cool down the house properly compressor amps and fan motor amps are within range. Client will be calling us shortly to schedule a maintenance.
Called number they wanted me to use as primary ending 2168. Part was located and shipping from Culver City, so should have it at our warehouse Friday 10/16 and he said latest Monday (10/19) barring any weird issue but looking like Friday. Will call again to Rey and speak directly with homeowner. Will have office hold spot.
Found 2022 condenser almost flat. Found leak where painted compressor body meets suction line. Not repairable. Homeowners have JB Hassle-Free warranty so compressor and refrigerant charge is covered. Called Howard Distribution and eta doe compressor us
Performed indoor unit and heating maintenance on Creiwe 80% gas furnace in master closet attic. Venstar thermostat working properly, cycled heating from thermostat. Replaced 20x30 ceiling filter. Cleaned out burner compartment. Cleared condensation drains. Checked all heating, safety, and electrical components; all working properly and safely. Gave Starbucks gift card.
Indoor unit safety inspection and maintenance. Equipment executed the sequence of operation in heating with no carbon monoxide detected in the home. Checked inducer motor, blower motor and temperature heat rise. Replaced filters. System is functioning according to manufacture specifications – Starbucks.
The technician was truly professional
Call phone number and knocked on the door. No show. Need to reschedule.
Indoor unit safety inspection and maintenance. Cleared condensate and replaced filter. Checked refrigerant circuit diagnostics, blower motor amp draw and static pressure. Thermostat: good. System is functioning according to manufacture specifications. Starbucks.
It is great to see the same service person, he is a very diligent, friendly guy.
Barry and his associates are knowledgeable and efficient in their approach to installing a new heat pump system in my home.
Great service
Upon arrival, Client stated that living room unit is non-operational blowing in hot air only. Upon checking out package unit on rooftop found that R 22 system compressor is not running properly checked refrigeration levels and checked run Capacitor system has refrigerant and run Capacitor is rated for 80. I am getting 80 at this time condenser fan motor and blower motor are running properly compressor not turning on compressor is only pulling 8 amps when it should be closer to 20 amps indicating a bad compressor. Informed Client that based on the age and condition of unit only option will be to replace unit unit is 23 years old due to the time of service and day of service will need to contact, management team, two send a proper estimate and as well as a ETA on when we can replace package unit.
Upon arrival, Client stated that master bedroom unit is not cooling at all at this time. Unit serial number is W1E4745540. upon checking out system found compressor turning on, but not condenser found motor checked run capacitor run capacitor was within range inform Client that condenser fan motor has seized up and would recommend replacing Client agreed. After replacing condenser fan motor unit started to cool down master bedroom correctly reaching temperatures of 77° compressor amps and fan motor amps are within range at this time.
Today’s safety maintenance consisted of one unit I first begin with ensuring that the filter has been replaced for proper airflow and I cleaned all of the mini split filters. The American Standard thermostat is properly calling for cooling and heating at this time of service. The blower amps on the American standard upflow unit checked out in the correct range. Following with the amps of the system checking out in the correct range. I clear the condensation line via Jones thoroughly to ensure that it is properly draining at this time of service. Overall, the system is heating and cooling at this time of today Client also received their October gift card
Comfort heater service on 2016 American standard split system. Fau located inside closet. Replaced filter and flushed condensate line. Checked all heater and safety components. Adjusted date and time on focus 8000 thermostat. Checked temperature split in heating and cooling. Gave Starbucks card. Surge protection is working.
Arrived at customer’s home to diagnose sprinkler timer still malfunctioning. Found that gfci outlet for sprinkler timer tripped during rains last weekend. Found that cover for outlet that sprinkler timer was plugged into was not an in use weatherproof cover. Replaced cover to ensure water does not get into outlet in the future. Customer informed me that the original sprinkler timer was plugged into that outlet. As this wasn’t an issue before, there was no way for us to know this was an issue. Informed customer that there would just be a charge to replace cover, but they stated they didn’t think they had to pay anything.
Performed indoor safety check in heat annual maintenance on a American standard platinum location inside closet followed Sequence of operation rinsed out filter checked amps on blower motor voltage limit switches safety switches working at range cleared burners cycled burners cleared condensation line unit is working to manufacture specification in heat left Starbucks card behind
Sent customer an estimate for putting new labels on main breaker panel we did a tune up on 4 years ago.
Performed indoor safety check annual maintenance in heat, on a ac pro heat pump, followed Sequence of operation Changed filter checked amps on compressor and condenser fan motor capacitor temperature split working at range cleared condensation line unit is working to manufacture specification in heat also left Starbucks card behind
Well done.
Installed 5 Ton American Standard Platinum 18 POV horizontal Split Heat
They were able install heat pump and restore air conditioning in one day. They worked to accomplish this and installed new water heater.
The following work was performed as part of the recent service appointment: A technician installed two American Standard Platinum 18 POV horizontal split heat pumps, rated for 3 and 4 tons, respectively. Additionally, a new supply vent was expertly installed in the office area to enhance airflow and overall system efficiency. Further details about the job or working procedures are not available at this time.
Today’s safety preventative maintenance consisted of three units and one mini split. I first began with ensuring that the client has had his filters replaced. He still waiting for the order of his filters to arrive and will replace them at that time because these are the 16 x 25 x 5 filters. I cleared all three condensation lines via Jones valve to ensure that they are properly draining and documented the exit point. All three thermostats are properly calling for cooling and heating at this time with no alerts occurring. The amps on all three blower motors, checked out in the correct range. Following with the amperage on the unit also testing out safely. I washed out the mini split filters. All three systems are heating efficiently to the desired temperature and I thoroughly washed down all the units as well to remove all debris from the coils. Overall, the systems are operating to the manufactured specs at this time of today’s service and clients also received their October gift card.
Arrived for a complimentary electrical safety inspection. During inspection of the exterior outlets I discovered three outlets that needed bubble covers. 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. When inspecting the interior outlets I discovered that they were not up to code and backstabbed. 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 pressure is applied to both sides simultaneously (as with a standard two- or three-pronged plug), preventing children from getting shocked by poking items like paperclips or keys into the wall. Having backstabbed outlets is dangerous because the internal spring clips can lose tension over time, leading to loose wires, arcing, overheating, and potential electric
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.
Alex was professional and knowledgable
Excellent
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.
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!
Excellent
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.
see above.
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.
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.