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Your Trusted HVAC Partner in Ames, IA
Ames Heating & Cooling has been a trusted provider of heating, cooling, and geothermal solutions in Ames and surrounding areas for over six decades. As a family-run business, we prioritize quality craftsmanship, prompt service, and personalized customer care. Our team specializes in installations, repairs, and maintenance for residential and commercial HVAC systems, including mini-split and geothermal technologies. With a focus on energy efficiency and customer satisfaction, we offer free price quotes, planned service agreements, and 24/7 emergency support. Our expertise in full metal fabrication, including copper stock, ensures tailored solutions for unique system requirements.Backed by partnerships with leading brands like Lennox and ClimateMaster, we deliver reliable comfort systems designed to meet individual needs. Our commitment to community values and technical excellence has solidified our reputation as a local industry leader. Through generations, we've maintained a dedication to transparency, fair pricing, and guaranteed workmanship. Whether addressing immediate emergencies or planning long-term system upgrades, our certified professionals provide honest assessments and durable solutions. This enduring approach has made us the preferred choice for HVAC services in Story County and beyond.
Services
Heating
Cooling
Geothermal
Mini-Split
Emergency Services
Highlights and features
- 60+ years serving Ames with expert HVAC solutions
- 24/7 emergency service available year-round
- Certified technicians for all major HVAC brands
- Free price quotes on new system installations
- Energy-efficient geothermal and mini-split expertise
What people say
Prompt emergency response
Energy-efficient solutions
Certified technicians
Competitive pricing
Reliable maintenance
Services
Heating
Our heating services include installation, maintenance, and repair of furnaces, boilers, and heat pumps. We offer energy-efficient solutions with up to 98.7% AFUE efficiency, including variable-speed systems for consistent temperatures. Our technicians handle all brands and provide emergency service for winter breakdowns.
Cooling
We provide cooling system installations, repairs, and maintenance with units up to 26 SEER efficiency. Our services cover central AC, ductless systems, and commercial cooling solutions. Emergency service ensures rapid response during summer heatwaves, with energy-saving recommendations available.
Geothermal
Geothermal system installations and maintenance reduce energy costs by up to 70%. We offer ClimateMaster systems with 400-600% efficiency, qualifying for federal tax credits. Our experts handle ground-source heat pumps for both new construction and retrofit projects in residential and commercial settings.
Mini-Split
Mini-split installation and service for spaces without ductwork. We offer multi-zone systems with up to 24.5 SEER efficiency, featuring wireless controls and cold-weather operation down to -22F. Ideal for room additions, garages, and temperature-controlled storage areas.
Emergency Services
24/7 emergency HVAC service for critical system failures. Our certified technicians respond promptly to heating emergencies in winter and cooling crises during summer. Service includes diagnostics, temporary solutions, and permanent repairs with guaranteed workmanship.
People
Brett Linder
President
Brett Linder leads as President, continuing the family tradition of excellence in HVAC service. With decades of industry experience, he oversees operations and strategic growth while maintaining commitment to customer satisfaction.
Brian Linder
Vice President
Brian Linder serves as Vice President, managing day-to-day operations and technical teams. His hands-on approach ensures service quality standards align with the company's 60-year reputation for HVAC expertise.
Lee Cowden
Service
Lee Cowden leads the service department with 20+ years of HVAC experience. Specializing in complex system diagnostics, he ensures emergency and scheduled maintenance teams deliver reliable, code-compliant solutions.
Patti McCoy
Office Manager
Patti McCoy manages administrative operations, coordinating customer service and scheduling. Her organizational expertise ensures smooth project execution and timely communication for residential and commercial clients.
Questions
What HVAC services do you offer in Ames?
We provide complete heating, cooling, geothermal, and mini-split system installations, repairs, and maintenance. Emergency services are available 24/7, with planned service agreements for preventive care.
Do you offer emergency HVAC service?
Yes, our 24/7 emergency service responds to critical heating and cooling failures. Call (515) 203-6714 for immediate assistance with system breakdowns.
What areas do you service?
We primarily serve Ames and Story County, including surrounding communities in central Iowa. Our service area extends to residential and commercial properties within a 30-mile radius.
Which HVAC brands do you work with?
We install and service major brands including Lennox, Goodman, Daikin, Fujitsu, Mitsubishi, and ClimateMaster. Our technicians are certified for all major manufacturer warranties.
Do you provide free HVAC estimates?
Yes, we offer free price quotes for new system installations and replacement projects. Our specialists assess your needs to recommend cost-effective, energy-efficient solutions.
How can I schedule HVAC maintenance?
Call (515) 292-3322 during business hours or request service online. Our office staff schedules maintenance appointments Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM.
Reviews (4)
Lydia Dostal
May 15, 2021
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I understand if you work long days and can't get out to fix something when it's late at night, but it doesn't make sense to advertise that it's a 24/7 service if the phone isn't even able to be answered until the 6th or 7th phone call only to hear that whoever was going to come fix it had fallen asleep immediately after being requested to come fix our air conditioning. It isn't exceptionally hot so I wasn't even frustrated until both my apartment complex and this company let me think for two hours that I needed to stay awake so that I could let this guy into our apartment to fix our air conditioning
Marla Young
Feb 11, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Responsiveness
Great service and very nice people
Service:Heating maintenance
Great service and very nice people
Service:Heating maintenance
Nancy Franz
Nov 05, 2020
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We have enjoyed service from Ames Heating and Cooling for over ten years. They have been quick to respond to our needs especially recently when we lost AC on the hottest day of the year. In less than 24 hours we had a heroic attempt by the tech to fix the system, bids for new ones, and a contract signed to install a new system. The installation went flawlessly and we are navigating a hot Iowa summer very well with our new AC. The new system cost less than we expected and the Ames Heating and Cooling staff made applying for rebates very easy. Thanks to all of them!
Jerry Alexander
Aug 28, 2020
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We have been customers of Ames Heating and Cooling for twenty-eight years. When we bought our house, the furnace was not in good shape. We bought a new Lenox furnace from Ames Heating and Cooling. A few years later we added an air conditioner from them also. During all that time we had them due fall and spring checks to keep everything in perfect shape. The service people were always polite and kept us informed on everything. This winter we started to have problems with the furnace. It finally gave out after twenty-eight years. We decided to replace the whole system with a new Lenox one, air conditioner
