I recently had a Mitsubishi heat pump system installed along with full air duct replacement by Element Home Solutions, and I couldn't be happier with the entire experience. From the very beginning, the estimate process was smooth, clear, and professional. They took the time to explain my options and helped me choose the right Mitsubishi system for my home without any pressure. The installation itself was efficient and well-organized. The crew showed up on time, kept everything clean, and completed both the heat pump install and duct replacement with great attention to detail. You can tell they really know what they're doing. What really stood out was how seamless the whole process was--from the initial estimate all the way through permits and final inspection. Everything was handled properly, and I didn't have to stress about any part of it. Overall, a very professional and reliable team. I highly recommend Element Home Solutions if you're considering a heat pump or ductwork upgrade. read more

This spring, our other furnace was shut off by PG&E for leaking carbon monoxide. I contacted Element to replace this and initially did not intend to get any other quotes. Ernest came and was again very thorough, but we did not use Element again due to: 1. Inflexibility about using our existing floor air intake. This is a large 3-ft opening in our living room floor, but Ernest wanted to make another large opening on the other side of the living room. Aesthetically this is terrible in a historic home and I pointed out that this would lower the value of my property. We had in-depth discussions about dimensions of ducts, locations of vents, etc., but ultimately Ernest was not able to commit to an alternative plan and I was not willing to sign a contract without knowing what the end result would be. 2. Pricing increased a lot for a similar job only about a year apart. Due to Issue 1, I sought out 2 additional quotes, which were about $10K less than Element ($32K). Both installers did not have any issues with keeping the air intake where it was. Had Element been only $5K higher than competitors and kept my air intake location, I would have gladly gone with them again, but 50% more is a big price difference. read more

The first HVAC company we had over to get a quote to replace our system was the one Costco works with. They tries selling us a ridiculously expensive duel fuel system and a bunch of other extras we didn't need. Cesar came over from Element and was the first and only of the 5 or so companies I had give a bid that was honest and directed me towards a all electric heat pump system. After doing a lot of research we came to the decision to go with Element. They replaced our whole system, new ducting, zoned the system, and removed the old insulation in the attic, sealed everything, and installed new insulation with our new HVAC System. I was very please with the professionalism, communication, and overall work performance of Element and the crew. Cesar was at the project the whole time which I very much appreciated. He isn't just the person who puts together bids, he was up in the attic helping the crew complete the job. That was a nice surprise and much appreciated. I would definitely recommend them and will most likely used them in the future to insulate our crawlspace. read more

About three years ago Element Home Solutions removed by gas furnace that had aged out with a Mitsubishi heat pump, a partial duct replacement, and a whole house filter. It was the last device in my house that used gas, and now I am running an all electric home. The installation was great and I have been pleased with the result. They have come recently to help me with the controls configuration and confirmed everything is still in great working order. I highly recommend Element to another homeowner. While heat pumps aren't inexpensive, I think I got a great value out of the work they did. read more

Tl;dr if you're in Alameda reach out to Atlas Many moons ago, specifically in the Jerry Stiller "why can't I get comfortable" era, I worked with Mitsubishi Electric on several marketing campaigns. I visited their Suwannee, GA HQ multiple times, got the pitch on what differentiated Mitsubishi compared to other HVAC brands. Years later, I was finally ready to install a system at my house. I was excited to see that Element was a well reviewed, platinum contractor. I reached out and was ghosted after the onsite meeting. The number shared with me onsite sounded pretty reasonable and a few options were explained. This was around June 13, 2025. Nearly a year later, I have yet to hear back. I never received a written estimate despite a few follow-ups. Furthermore, they were unfamiliar with local Alameda code inspection enforcement specifically regarding the placement of the outdoor unit. Overall we had a solid experience with Atlas Heating. They installed a fully permitted Bryant system and I was pleased with the outcome. read more

Element Home Solutions - Heating & Air Conditioning/HVAC Near Me - Oakland, California

Long overdue review from the vapor barrier shield job Element performed in mid May 2024 for my home. The crawl space was a total and complete disaster zone. Moldy water, nails, and trash. Jorge was an excellent supervisor and the owner Mac was very hands on in setting up the appointment as well. They removed all the trash which filed an entire van, cleaned up all the moldy water and laid down the 20 mm vapor barrier shield which is the thickest option they offer. The team worked pretty expeditiously and the communication was good. I was worried about possible mold due to the water that was there and the company was good about working with me to ensure we didn't have any issues before the vapor barrier shield was laid down. I think the value of the work is also good. I noticed a small corner is missing some tape and called today to speak to the owner Mac who is sending a worker to the house on Monday to tape it up. It's hard to see every nook and cranny of the crawl space so I really appreciate the excellent customer service, especially since their warranty is 10 days after the service. I really like that the owner stands by his service and is willing to send someone to finish anything that was missing. Thank you Jorge and Mac. Recommend this company as a honest one to deal with for vapor barrier shield needs. They did a great job cleaning out and laying down the shield for my crawl space - see pics! read more

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Lowest bid (by $2,400 dollars). Came out within 48 hours. Installed the unit within 30 hours. Went the extra mile. Polite, easy going, knowledgeable and so very very kind snd competent. THE BEST. Better than my wildest dreams. read more

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They are one of my favorite contractors in my entire major home remodel. I had a very complex head and AC installed. Very old house, very complex. My electrician messed up (did not get electrical done in time - NOT Elements fault) and over a holiday the guys stayed hours later than planned. Missed holiday events to make sure my kids had heat. Yes, they are super smart and thoughtful. Yes, if things go really really poorly (not anything they did) they will go the extra mile for you. This is just not something you want the cheapest contractor because if something goes wrong, it can go really wrong. I can't suggest them enough. read more

When I decided to install a heat pump, I got quotes from several outfits, including Element. It was down to the wire between them and another HVAC provider. In the end, I chose the other provider because their quote was quite a bit lower; they also offered interest-free financing, and had mostly positive reviews here on Yelp. But it was close! I really liked Jorge, the project manager who evaluated my situation and provided a quote. He had a quiet professionalism about him, and his analysis of my needs was very thorough. He inspired total confidence, and I have no doubt I would have been pleased with his company's products and service. If their numbers had been close to those of their competitor's, I probably would have gone with them. I hope I don't end up regretting not doing so! read more

So we had a power outage on Dec 25th and I thought everything came back online that night but woke up to find our HVAC system was not. I googled and found some troubleshooting ideas, but didn't work, I then contacted Caesar and he was so NICE to help and over FaceTime help me troubleshoot the issue, unfortunately it still didn't work, he then came over 30 mins later on his day off one day after Christmas and we were able to get the unit back online (looks like it was a loose wire connection that he discovered, he reconnected and inspected all the wires and fuses again). Great guy and great service from this company during and after installation, I can't thank them enough and I can't recall the last time I had such amazing service. Thank you again Caesar and Mac! read more

Great service from start to finish. Very thorough initial estimate with explanations of existing set up and several options for how to fix or improve. Quick and clean installation with a friendly crew. Assisted with rebates and setting up inspections. Would definitely recommend. read more

Element and the owner, Yariv, were absolutely phenomenal! From the start, Yariv and his team carefully assessed our equipment, made the right recommendations, and ensured our home stayed perfectly cool during the hot Northern California summer. They even made sure our upstairs was thoroughly cooled on those really intense days, which has made such a difference. The whole team was timely, efficient, and very communicative throughout the process. I truly appreciated how professional and caring they were from beginning to end. I highly recommend Yariv and his staff at Element for any and all of your HVAC needs--you'll be in great hands! read more

My tenants called to say that the heater conked out. I called Cesar after hours because I was anxious to get the furnace checked out as it was very cold in the mornings. I had previously been speaking with Cesar on getting HVAC work done on my own home. Cesar came out the next day and replaced a blown fuse and basically saved the day! My tenants were very happy too. Leslie read more

We did some extensive work on our furnace/AC and changed from 1x gas system to 2x heat pump systems. Element was the only one who gave us this option (even our ChatGPT research didn't recommend this) and so far after a few weeks of using in the hot summer it our inside feels great. Even without the AC on, the insulation work they did alone maintains our house temperature quite well. Very happy with Element's recommendation here and their work from start to end. Cesar from Element provided lots of details in the initial quote, and his crew worked tirelessly to complete the project ahead of time too. read more

Element Home Solutions did an amazing job with our Mitsubishi duct-based heat pump install. A notable part of our experience is due to Ernest and his openness to address all our questions being first time homeowners dealing with an old HVAC system. We first contacted them back in 2022 but could not come to a decision due to other upgrade needs. Finally, two years later in 2024, we contacted Ernest again to revisit the quote and it felt like picking up exactly from our last conversation. His site visits were fantastic and thorough. He physically went into our attic space, taking measurement as needed, and really spent the time with me to fully understand the differences between a mini-split solution and a ducted-heat pump solution and what are our CFM requirements. The proposals were nuanced and detailed and really provided all the options for us to consider and evaluate. We decided to go with the Mitsubishi heat pump solution which also allowed us to remove our old gas-based furnace and old outdoor AC unit. The air handler (PVA-A42AA7) was installed horizontally in our attic space; the outdoor unit (PUZ-A42NKA7) was installed outside our back wall. We also added the IQAir PerfectPro X purification to our system, as well as asking if they can install a QuietCool Whole House fan that we had purchased. Our install date got moved up which worked out well as there was a forecast of extreme heat in the following weeks. Overall, the bulk of the installation happened in two days. The team installed the massive duct work and opened new holes in our rooms for the best duct placement. All old duct was removed, and the holes were sealed from above. All work in the area was cleaned up nicely. The house fan and air handler install really had to be careful on placement due to the placement of the air intake in the hallway, but the team was able to make it work and it looked great. There was a need for follow up visits as we noticed a noise in the duct (it was a rouge piece of paper), a persistent electrical issue that surfaced in the install, and some exterior areas that needed to repatch, but the team responded very quickly. For inspection, we did fail our first one due to a power cut off requirements in the air handler from this particular San Jose inspector, but the team once more responded quickly, got the patch in place, and the follow up inspection scheduled quickly. For rebate, they also handled the TECH Rebate process, and we received that check in the following weeks via mail. Overall, we highly recommend Ernest and the Element Home Solutions. We evaluated three other HVAC companies and the thoroughness of Ernest's proposal and expertise he showed in navigating all our questions really put them at the top of our list. We are super happy with the install. read more

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Great company to work with! i had a really good experience with Element upgrade my HVAC and attic insulation. very competitive price and great communication during and before the installation! definitely recommended to anyone that looking for hvac or insulation job. read more

I had reached out to a few companies when our home air conditioning system failed and needed to be replaced. Received quotes from 2 other companies before I was recommended to reach out to Element Home Solutions, I must say I have zero regrets contacting them. I have probably received the best service, product recommendations. I cannot thank them enough for their honesty. Thanks again. read more

I had an excellent experience working with Element Home Solutions from the first call. They helped me through the rebate application process, came with 24 hrs to look at the site and give me a bid for installing a Mitsubishi mini split heating system. They were prompt, professional and thorough on installation day. They left no trace behind when they finished and made sure I knew how to operate the system. Unfortunately I am still waiting to see if the rebate will be honored because of the abrupt freeze on Federal spending. Mac and Ernest made sure that I understood the situation and checked my status specifically with the HEEHRA group before I made the decision to proceed. I hope recent events will work in my favor. I will update when I find out if the rebate offer is honored. read more

Although I didn't select them to do the work, I was impressed that they came out and identified the challenges with my project and told me solutions consistent with what I understood (didn't try to oversell me). There were about 15% higher in price but I have no doubt they do quality work. I was referred by a colleague who was very satisfied with their work. I plan to keep them in mind for my next project. read more

10minute response time and 100% response?? Nope. We reached out a while ago, no response. Reached out this week again, no response. We're looking for a reliable vendor to establish a long-term relationship but unfortunately, these guys aren't it. read more

Heroic! I don't usually write reviews, but my experience deserves one. I upgraded my old furnace to a new variable speed central heat pump. Cesar handled the offer, negotiation and installation. Here's why my experience was great: 1) At the time of the quote, they were the only provider of a product that met the requirements for tax deduction. Others claimed they were, but the product they quoted didn't really qualify. Accounting for the deduction their quote offered a better product at a lower cost than any of the other 4 companies I got quotes from. 2) During contract finalization, they proposed reducing the equipment size from 3 tons to 2.5 tons, which would save you money but also decrease their profit margin. This is to avoid having an oversized system. 3) During installation, the team discovered asbestos, which required removal. After removal, they then spent 6 hours replacing an outdated wooden box/vent with a modern one. Overall highly recommended. Professional, committed and trustworthy read more

We worked with Element Home Solutions for a full HVAC replacement to include new ducts. From the beginning their employees were on it. They suggested appropriate remedies for some issues we were experiencing and came up with a competitive bid. The process was quick and installation was smooth. I would confidently recommend Element Home Solutions. read more

This company provides top-notch service in cleaning and sealing our attic and installing new insulation. Marcelo and his crew did an amazing job! They were incredibly professional, efficient, and truly cared about doing great work and providing excellent service. I will recommend your company to as many people as I can. Thank you so much. read more

Had a great experience with Element! customer service was professional and responsive. they came in on time, quickly replaced my old heat pump. the work was done efficiently and everything clearly. price was good, no surprise charges. Will definitely use again! read more

Excellent experience overall from initial consultation to installation. I appreciated the professionalism of the team and how easy it was to work with everyone I encountered from the company. We initially just wanted to add AC to our bottom floor, and during the initial consult Ernest brought up a heat pump option to replace our furnace and add cooling. I appreciated how willing he was to go into detail about what its impact would be, how it compares to traditional AC/furnace, and how & where it would be installed. He was also willing to answer questions I had about our current system so that I could better understand how I might be able to go about a planned upcoming kitchen renovation. Compared to the 3 other companies I chatted with, Ernest & Element HVAC were the most personable and professional. He brought up various options, including replacing and adding to our current system like-for-like so that we could make an informed decision looking to future house updates and budget. That said, the other consultations I had weren't as detailed (lots of looking at stuff and then sending the proposals later, however not taking into account building codes and permits) and didn't bring up viable alternatives beyond what we asked for. We've had our heat pump for a few months now and it's been great. Much quicker and responsive than our previous system, and the added cooling is much appreciated. Element HVAC was not the cheapest option, but we thought the price was reasonable, especially for the experience of working with the team. read more

I called Element for an estimate to install insulation in the attic of my house. Their estimate was initially in line with others I'd gotten, until I was told I should spend an additional $450 to vacuum out the attic. The issue: sawdust left when electricians had drilled holes in the joists to run new conduit to replace old knob and tube wiring I'd just had removed. I asked it this was a safety issue and was told "yes." I was surprised; I'd worked with an electrical contractor I knew well and didn't think they'd leave anything behind that was hazardous, so I called them and asked if it was. They said flatly it was not a hazard and that I was simply being "up-sold." Neither of the two other companies that estimated the job suggested there was any such problem, which confirmed to me that Element was trying to sell me something I didn't need. read more

Professional and competent diagnosing and resolution of the HVAC system which was shutting down frequently, I have used there services twice in past 3 years. read more

Had a great experience with Element for my HVAC replacement. The technician was on time, explained everything clearly, and didn't pressure me. Installation was fast, clean, and professional. My new system runs quietly and efficiently--I've already noticed lower energy bills. Highly recommend them for honest, quality work. read more

Element Home Solutions recently installed a heating and AC system in our home. We were so impressed with their communication, efficiency and professionalism. Their costs were competitive and they did the job in 1 day vs the 5 days quoted by other companies. This made everything so much easier for us. They delivered 100% on everything they promised. Would definitely recommend them for your heating/AC needs. read more

Dang. I was sipping coffee with my lady this morning following the install of our badass HVAC system (heat pump, air controller, IQ air purifier, UV sanitizer) in our badass home and I said, "dang, I have never met a service-based organization where there is so much love, professionalism, kindness, and dedication to a craft." Ernest, Marvin, Mac, and the 10 others involved in our project were incredible humans. Ernest was the man who came out and shared at least an hour, educating me on our options, the pricing, and any potential curveballs. On the day of our install, Ernest was also here sweating alongside his crew, laughing, and helping out. As a family who deeply values diversity, communication and community, this meant the world to us. This crew made such an impression with my wife, Vera (our puppy) and I that we are already having them come back to remove and replace our OLD (1950s) insulation next week. And yep, you best believe this experience left us so satisfied I had to take a couple selfies... Thank you all! read more

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We just had our attic insulation replaced due to a rodent problem. Element was super professional and responsive from giving us an estimate (Jorge) to the actual installation. Jorge gave me a quote, but we forgot to ask him about the advertised discount on the Home Concepts magazine before he left our home. We emailed him later and he promptly applied the discount on our estimate and resend us the lower quote. On the day of the removal and installation of insulation, the team arrived punctually. The team members first put on shoe cover to see what and where the attic is, then they covered their trail between the front door, stairs, bedroom all with plastic. Upon request, they also put plastics all around our belongings in the walk-in closet (where the attic opening is) as well as our bed to keep them dust free. They worked swiftly, and the team invited us to take a look at the attic when it was all cleaned out, and after the insulation was reinstalled. We were very happy that they let us see their progress. Afterwards, they threw away all the trash, and vacuumed our bedroom and their trail on their way out. Bravo on their thoroughness and professionalism. I would recommend anyone to use this company for attic insulation installation. read more

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We installed a heat pump HVAC with all new ductwork. Ernest was fantastic to work with and guided us throughout the process. We got our ancient heater hauled away and a new one installed in the attic. They helped us with all our bayren and energy rebates too. You know how professional a company is at looking at how they leave the job site everyday and their response time post installation. Element delivered on both fronts. Left the home in impeccable condition and responds to all the minor fixes we needed post installation. Highly recommend!! read more

We contacted Element Home Solutions on the recommendation of friends who used them to replace their old HVAc system. Glad we did. Element just finished installing a new heat pump HVAC system, including replacement of the old ductwork. Eduardo was clear in explaining what we would be getting, how installation would proceed, and how to operate the system once it was installed. He assured us that the entire project would be completed in one day, and he and his crew delivered. We're sitting here in air conditioned comfort, and want to recommend Element when you're looking for HVAC repair or installation. read more

This is one of the best home improvement companies I have ever worked with !!!!! Our first contact was Eduardo , he was an excellent representative of this amazing company he was Very knowledgeable answered all our questions better than 3 other companies over the years . He was Professional , outstanding communication , he gave an accurate quote on the first visit! And more cost effective than All! He represented the attributes of the entire company! They were on time and kept in touch every step of the way! We were extremely impressed from day one by their efficiency . The whole process took only 9 days! Mac kept up in the loop every step of the way from the permit process through installation and home inspection . Showed up for all parts of the journey! They checked every 5 star box. Thank you for the great experience ! I hope to Find a handy man and landscaper with all the same qualities ! read more

From the first communication with Ernest, to the professional installation and electrical work, to the final permitting process, Element didn't miss a best. Very professional and straightforward. Very efficient installation and all employees we interacted with were very courteous and respectful. Our experience with this company was exceptionally great! I highly recommend. read more

If you are reading this, you are probably looking for some HVAC work to be done? Look no further! Don't bother getting other quotes Element Home Solutions is the real deal, they are licensed and insured and do quality work. We recently moved to a home in Castro Valley, I am not sure how the previous owner lived in this oven of a house! It's not even summer and it's hot. I am not sure if you ever tried to get a toddler to sleep when it's 85 degrees in his room with fans on full blast......it's not fun. The house had a furnace installed mid 90s, so I knew going in I would need a new furnace installed as well. Before I chose Element home Solutions my wife and I received multiple quotes, some were more, some were less. Ceaser from Element was the only one who actually crawled up in to the attic and looked around....Seriously had 5 other company just stick their head up, yep needs to be gutted. Ceaser must of spent 30-40 minutes going through everything, where others where in and out in 10 minutes. Ceaser was the only one who measure the return vents and ducts and did actually calculations of what size furnace / AC needed to be installed. He also told us our return air ducts were undersized. And showed us damaged vents (previous rat issue) which also needed to be replaced. We were so impressed from their work, we had them come back a few days later to replace our attic insulation from the previous rat issue. TLDR:Theses guys are the real deal! Hands down the best contractors I have worked with in the Bay Area. Any issue where resolved Immediately and Professionally. The quality of their work exceeded expectations. read more

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Ernest was efficient, competent, and very easy to work with. This is my second time working with Element; had them install my HVAC in 2021 and now they just cleaned out my attic and put in new insulation. Mac responded quickly to get my house scheduled, and Marvin and team came on-time, were respectful of property, and got the job done in the hours they outlined. read more

Element was the low bidder on our job of replacing attic insulation and did everything we asked of them. Our job was in two stages, but due to outside considerations we had to postpone stage two. When we were finally ready to proceed, Element was able reschedule immediately and finished the job on time. Definitely 5 stars. read more

Element Home Solutions came through again! My AC unit stopped blowing cold air. The fan was rotating but only room temperature air was coming through the vents. They were able to come the same day! Eduardo was amazing. He diagnosed the problem, replaced the capacitor, tested the AC unit and was done in about 30 mins. And most of that time was waiting to let the AC run to make sure it was functioning properly and cooling the house. I also want to give praise to Jerry (owner) who answered my call after hours yesterday and promised to have someone call me first thing in the morning. Jerry and his crew give top notch service. You can't go wrong calling them for your HVAC needs. I referred them to my neighbor across the street and they hired Element to install a new AC unit and they've been happy since. read more

I wanted to post about some work that Element did for us in Jan 2022. We had a crew come and replace the insulation in our home. What a difference! Our home needed an upgrade and we quoted with at least 5 companies. We went with Element b/c of other Yelp reviews and b/c we had the best feeling after meeting with them. They explained all our "options" but did not push us to do anything that we didn't want to do. They hit all key areas of value for me: - they were upfront and we felt the most honest of everyone we quoted with. - they were the right price when we compared with others - they didn't push us to do the work "right away." Other companies came out and offered a discount if we committed on the spot. I get it, they come out and quote, they want the work. We weren't ready so it was really hard to say yes to anyone that used this tactic. - when the crew came out, they taped up the house and were careful bringing out the old insulation. Once it was vacuumed and cleaned, they let me go up and look at their work (they also took photos) before they brought in the new insulation. Two months have passed. We feel the difference and the house is much more enjoyable when it is hot or cold outside. New insulation made a huge difference and we highly recommend you go with Element Solutions. read more