I could not be more happier than Curtis fixed our AC outdoor unit when Escondido is over 100 degree. He is truly professional. And great prices.
Curtis just came and see, then told me what is wrong. No charge for the trip, fixed is right away. Do not sell any extra things. Just done in 20 - 30 minutes. I will call him again whenever I have problem with the HVAC.
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5.0 from 40 Google reviews · Sep 30
Air Benders HVAC, LLC
Air Benders HVAC - San Diego is a close knit family owned company, with over 10 years of HVAC experience and 20 Years of being a construction professional.
Happy to serve all of San Diego County.
Uplifting the future of our community through the trade of HVAC.
Built on Craftsmanship. Powered by Integrity.Serving homeowners, property managers, and business owners across Escondido, San Marcos, Carlsbad, and the greater San Diego area. We specialize in A/C installation, heating repair, HVAC maintenance, duct replacement, and thermostat replacement. From system tune-ups to complete installations, Air Benders delivers quality, reliability, and honest service every time.
License covers C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning.
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40 reviews on Google
Google · Sep 30, 2026
Newest review Oct 9, 2026 · 10 or more reviews in the last 3 months (as of Oct 10, 2026)
Newest reviews on GoogleWord for word · read Oct 10, 2026
I found Curtis via the Nextdoor forum. My HVAC system is 40+ years old, still function but not efficiently. The heat wave is coming this weekend, called the company but found out they are booked out through October!? However, minutes later, they called back and said Curtis can squeeze me in the next day after his job that was close by. Long story short, he came on time and spent almost 2 hours! Diagnosed the system, all the specs came out green (good) and DID NOT try to sell me on a new system! He cleaned out the system, gave me new air filters and answered all my questions, which were a lot! It was refreshing to deal with a business that was not upselling or overcharged. The cost was $50! I think he lost money just on gas from driving over?! Bottom line, word of mouth is the best advertisement and I'm glad to had found the Nextdoor post! For sure I will use Air Bender if and when my system needs changing out. Of course, I will get multiple quotes, but I don't think I will find a better "human interaction" or service!
From my first contact with their office till Curtis arrived I am totally impressed with how honest and efficient they are. Curtis found the issue with our a/c not starting quickly and checked out the entire system. We have an older Lennox and it is running perfectly now. Fair rates and no up selling. Definitely call them for your HVAC repairs.
Reply from the business · Oct 3, 2026
During the 100F weather one of my air conditioners went out...the bedroom!! Heard about quality service from Air Benders. Called and Curtis came out to take a look at my systems. He was very professional. Diagnosed my problem in minutes and fixed it!!
The other unit, that i thought worked ok.. was checked as well. Though it cooled...it never really cooled well. It was low on coolant. Curtis never said that you need to get it done. He allowed me the opportunity to call the shots.
The service and attention to detail was great. He checked all my vents and found one in the kitchen was not opened!!! DAA.
I highly recommend Air Benders HVAC,
Reply from the business · Oct 3, 2026
Hi Air Benders,
Can’t thank you enough for coming out and doing a thorough job troubleshooting my wall furnace today.
I had another big name company out before you & it was a completely different experience.
At the end of the day a little piece of metal tape was causing the issue and you helped me figure it out & fix the situation with some ingenuity & integrity. Saved me a ton of money but don’t worry you earned my business, a ton of good karma, and I’ll be sure to send the neighbors your way when they ask. I’ll be calling you for my AC unit soon.
Hope someone comes across my review and gives you a well deserved shot at the business!
Reply from the business · Sep 26, 2026
My A/C failed as the result of improper installation by the contractor who renovated this home prior to my purchasing it a year ago. Curtis / Air Benders HVAC discovered the issue, & then explained it to me clearly in a way that I could understand. He was able to repair it right away, & at a very reasonable price! In addition, Ashley at the office, was very helpful, answering my non-technical questions, & keeping me up to date on when to expect Curtis to arrive. Together they made my situation less stressful!
Reply from the business · Sep 26, 2026
The quality of work and knowledge is outstanding. It’s been s long time since I’ve seen a guy who wants to do the work without trying to brake the bank.very friendly and explains the scope of the work. As long as they are in business , they will be the only one who will get the call. Curtis is the man. Thank you for a job well done….
Reply from the business · Sep 10, 2026
We had Curtis Blas of Air Benders do a complete HVAC installation, with a modern heat pump replacing a 35 year old gas furnace and A/C. Also had him remove and replace the 58 year old duct work. A big complicated job, especially considering that the old unit was incorrectly installed and had leaked condensate for years, causing some wood rot issues below. Curtis methodically worked his way through all of this, framing in a new stand and intake plenum and some custom ductwork. It took awhile to work through all the unpleasant surprises, but in the end we got a permitted system built to code and that passed inspection with flying colors. Our new system is much quieter and cools the house down nicely. Very satisfied with the installation, and highly recommend Air Benders to anyone.
Reply from the business · Sep 10, 2026
These guys came to the rescue today. I had a last minute HVAC emergency and they came and took care of the problem. Quick and easy texting communication. Showed up on time. Diagnosed and fixed the problem during the service call. Thank you so much. And an extremely reasonable price.
Reply from the business · Aug 10, 2026
Nowadays, it’s hard to come across service-based companies that operate with integrity, and I'm so glad I found this company. Curtis was amazing. He was kind honest and reliable. I would highly recommend this company to anyone.
Reply from the business · Aug 10, 2026
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CSLB #1139434. C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating and Air-Conditioning: furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioning, ducts, vents and thermostats. Licensed since Jun 25, 2025: 1 year. Expires Jun 30, 2027. The class should match your job.
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