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HVAC Services in Altoona, IA

Your Altoona home depends on reliable heating and cooling, especially during Iowa's temperature extremes. Obsidian Heating and Cooling brings 15 years of HVAC experience and veteran-owned accountability to every job. We're based in Des Moines, just minutes away, and serve Altoona homeowners with fast emergency repair, professional installation, and preventive maintenance that prevents costly breakdowns. Whether you need furnace repair on a freezing night or AC service during a hot summer, we respond quickly with expertise.

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15+ Years of Experience
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Why Choose Obsidian
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Why Altoona Homeowners Rely on Obsidian

We're located minutes away in Des Moines. When your furnace stops working or your AC fails, we dispatch a technician the same day whenever possible. We stock emergency tools and common parts so most repairs are completed without a return visit.

Our veteran-owned team has served Altoona families and businesses for 15 years. We arrive on time, complete work properly, and stand behind our service. You get honest diagnostics, transparent pricing, and no pressure to replace equipment unnecessarily.

Altoona experiences hot summers and very cold winters — both challenge heating and cooling systems. We understand how to install and maintain equipment for these extremes. We've serviced homes of all ages and know the HVAC issues common to each generation of construction.

We're an authorized dealer for Tempstar and LG systems, and we service equipment from all major manufacturers — Carrier, Trane, Lennox, York, Rheem, and others. Authorized dealer status means factory-trained technicians, genuine parts, and full warranty support.

Regular furnace and AC maintenance keeps your systems running efficiently and prevents unexpected breakdowns during peak heating and cooling season. Our maintenance plans include filter changes, performance testing, component inspection, and early problem detection.
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Complete HVAC Services for Altoona Homes

We provide all heating and cooling services for Altoona homeowners:

AC Repair & Service

Air conditioning not cooling? We diagnose and repair the problem. We service all brands and complete most repairs the same day.

AC Repair Services

AC Installation

If your AC is aged or beyond repair, we install a new high-efficiency unit with professional ductwork and sealed connections.

AC Installation Services

Heat Pump Installation

Heat pumps heat in winter and cool in summer — ideal for Altoona's climate. They reduce heating and cooling costs significantly.

Heat Pump Installation

Heat Pump Repair

If your heat pump isn't heating or cooling properly, we diagnose and repair both cycles.

Heat Pump Repair

Furnace Repair & Service

Furnace problems in winter can't wait. We respond quickly, diagnose accurately, and repair efficiently. We also perform safety inspections.

Furnace Repair Services

Furnace Installation

For dependable winter heating, we install high-efficiency furnaces with proper venting, gas connections, and electrical service.

Furnace Installation

Mini-Split Systems

Ductless mini-splits work great for additions or areas where traditional ducts don't fit. We install and maintain these efficient systems.

Mini-Split Installation

Boiler Service

For hydronic heating homes, we install and service boilers with proper safety controls and efficient operation.

Boiler Services

Indoor Air Quality

Improve your home's air with whole-home filters, air cleaners, UV lights, and humidifiers.

Air Quality Solutions
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Our team will evaluate your system, explain your options, and provide a transparent quote with no pressure. Ready to move forward?

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Service Areas Near Altoona

We serve Altoona and surrounding central Iowa communities:

Serving Our Neighbors in & Around:

Altoona, IA
Des Moines, IA
Ankeny, IA
Urbandale, IA
Grimes, IA
Clive, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Johnston, IA
Waukee, IA

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We're dedicated to serving Greater Des Moines and our surrounding communities. Give us a call if you're not sure if we come to you—chances are we do.

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Answering Your Questions

Common Questions About Altoona HVAC Service

Common causes include a tripped breaker, thermostat malfunction, bad igniter, clogged filter, or gas valve issue. Check your breaker and filter first. If those aren't the problem, call us. We diagnose quickly and repair efficiently — often the same day.

A properly sized system, regular maintenance, and air sealing reduce energy costs significantly. Upgrading to a newer, more efficient unit (furnace, heat pump, or AC) also cuts bills. A programmable or smart thermostat saves money through scheduling and setback features.

If your furnace is over 15 years old and needs frequent repairs, replacement often makes sense economically. New furnaces are 15–25% more efficient and more reliable. We provide honest advice: if repair is affordable and your system is younger, we fix it.

Possible causes: low refrigerant, dirty condenser, thermostat issue, or clogged filter. Check your filter and outdoor unit for debris. If that doesn't solve it, call us. We pressure-test, check charge, and identify the exact problem.

Heat pumps provide both heating and cooling in one system, reducing energy use and providing year-round comfort. Furnaces only heat. If you currently use separate furnace and AC units, a heat pump combines them into one efficient system. We can discuss which option works best for your home.

We recommend spring AC tune-up and fall furnace tune-up. Seasonal maintenance prevents breakdowns, keeps systems efficient, and extends equipment life by years. Clean filters, inspected burners, and checked refrigerant charge are part of every tune-up.

We're a Tempstar Elite Dealer and install Tempstar and LG systems. We also service equipment from Carrier, Trane, Lennox, York, Rheem, and other major manufacturers. We recommend brands based on reliability, efficiency, and warranty support.

Yes. We've installed modern systems in homes of all ages. Older homes sometimes need ductwork repair or new electrical service for modern equipment, but we handle that as part of the installation. We work with you to find the best solution for your home's layout.
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Choose Obsidian for Reliable HVAC Service in Altoona

When your heating or cooling system fails, you need a company that responds fast and fixes problems right. Obsidian Heating and Cooling has served Altoona families for 15 years with professional service, honest recommendations, and reliable repairs. Our veteran-owned team is ready to help with emergency repair, maintenance, or new system installation.

We respond to urgent calls the same day when possible and can often complete repairs without a second visit. Ask about our maintenance plans to prevent emergencies and keep your systems running efficiently. We offer financing for new equipment purchases.

Altoona is a growing city in Polk County, located just east of Des Moines. Learn more about Altoona, IA on Wikipedia.

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