Our real estate agent recommended Jeff as the heating/AC contractor to complete an inspection of our system prior to our purchase. He was very thorough in his review, and noted a number of problem issues with our system. Six months later I contacted him to complete the work, and we scheduled it for this week. His workers were great, and respectful of our house. I found Controlled Elements to have had great communication throughout this process, provided good service for the value, honored an estimate that was over 6 months old, and we are very pleased with the overall experience! read more

We would like to thank you and your team for excellent work in completing the installation of all A/C units. Your crew demonstrated professionalism, punctuality, and great attention to detail throughout the entire process. We truly appreciate the quality of you workmanship and the care that was taken in ensuring everything was completed properly. We wish you and Controlled Elements continue success in all your future projects. Sincerely, Emma Reyes Randy Silva Luz Gerena read more

Jeff and his team are the best in the HVAC business! I met Jeff when my landlord called him to repair my wall furnace. He's been the only one out of multiple repairmen to fix it. They were communicative, clean and professional. I then asked him to quote me on a new build project. He gave me multiple options and helped me stay within budget. He really cares about the quality and service he offers. I wish more contractors were like Jeff and his team. read more

Jeff and crew did an outstanding job installing central AC in our home. Couldn't be happier!

Best in the business! Fair pricing, very thorough and talented, friendly and careful team, clean, organized, thoughtful - I couldn't be happier with the job they did. Would recommend them to my friends and family any day. Thank you all! read more

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Last year, Jeff installed a new furnace in our home (see my previous review below). Now that we were ready to install AC, we called Jeff again. Just as before, the entire team at Controlled Elements delivered a beautiful installation, at a fair price, and in a quick time frame. The attention to detail and the care that was taken throughout the entire process was amazing. From laying down drop clothes leading from the front door to the attic, to using a magic eraser to clean any fingerprints left around the attic access door afterwards, this team doesn't miss anything. On top of that, Jeff is an extremely knowledgeable person and he takes the time to answer any and all questions you might have before, during, or after the installation process. Next time you need anything HVAC related, do yourself a favor and call Jeff at Controlled Elements. You won't be disappointed. read more

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Jeff and his crew are phenomenal. Jeff came over to check out my house and ask what I was looking for without making me feel pressured at all. He made sure to explain his suggestions and why he was making them in an easy to understand way. I knew even before getting his dollar estimate that I was going to go with him. His crew came in on a Tuesday and were done by early afternoon Friday, amazingly quick for a from scratch installation of central heat and air! My house was cleaner at the end of the day than when they started. The whole crew took care and precision in my home and were such a pleasure to work with. These guys are the consummate professionals. 10/10 I couldn't recommend them enough. read more

Do NOT pass this up. Spoke to the owner Jeff D. He is the nicest human ever. His quote was great and he delivered as promised in quote. The CE team was fantastic especially Johnny. Customer service was exceptional. Jeff is a local in Ventura and gives that type of service. Jeff personally checked everything before signed off. Don't go anywhere else. read more

If you are tired of being hot and sweating through the summer like I was and looking to make your home a cool oasis call Jeff Donaldson of Controlled Elements. He promptly made us an appointment for which he was right on time for a free estimate to have our heater which was over 20+ years old replaced with an energy efficient heating unit and an air conditioner. He explained everything to us in a way we could fully understand and answered all our questions. He gave us an estimate that was more than fair and less than most. He made us feel comfortable in choosing them as our contractor. He also included the pain of getting a permit included in his bid which was great considering most of the other contractors did not do that and told us we would be responsible for that part which we had no idea how to even go about doing that. That to me is great customer service! He made us an appointment which might take some time because of the heat wave and everyone wants air conditioning all at the same time so please be patient but he and his crew are well worth the wait. He showed up at right at the scheduled appointment with his crew Andy and Ryan. What a bunch of great guys. So respectable of our home. The explained everything they were doing and got right to work. They cleaned up after themselves and left out Home cleaner than when they started. Meticulous workmanship! Jeff quoted he was gonna be done in two days and his crew even stayed late to make sure the work was done well and one time. Look no further I highly recommend Jeff and his crew for all your heating and air conditioning needs. read more

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Controlled Elements will be our AC and furnace vendor from now on! We had a bad experience with another vendor (from a Call Center) who supposedly serviced our zip code. But they sent a poor guy from about 100 miles away. Jeff at Controlled Elements got back to me so promptly and came out the next morning! We really appreciated their professionalism and repair of our AC in such a short time and at a fair price! Thank you Jeff and Controlled Elements! read more

I was extremely impressed with Controlled Elements. Jeff leads a great team and runs model company. Every step of the way was smooth. Where to start? The were on time, they were informative, they work hard, the left the site cleaner than it was before. They truly go the extra mile for customer and aim to please. I would hire them again in a heart beat. read more

These folks do great work and they stand by it! They installed a new heat pump for our home and came back twice to make sure everything was working properly, with no charge. Communication was great, every employee we encountered was excellent. Highly recommend. read more

Top notch! Great team of people, owner makes sure everything is done with no corner cutting. Straight forward and explained everything. No surprises on new system install. Very happy! read more

Our furnace was not working properly with our Nest thermostat and we tried 3 different HVAC heating and air companies before we were recommended to try Controlled Elements. Each of those different HVAC companies had no idea how to get our furnace to work properly with our thermostat and even made things worse. Jeff the owner came out personally to our house and fixed all of the issues at a very fair price. He was friendly and very informative in telling us what the issues were and how he was fixing them. I will only use this company for heating and air from now on and happily recommend Jeff and his team to anybody who needs air and heating services. read more

Great job. Completed the next day for the quoted price. I had a hard time finding anyone willing to do the small job I needed to have done. They were very timely and professional. read more

Thank you Controlled Elements! Jeff and his team went above and beyond, and we are so happy with the work that they did. We will definitely be recommending Controlled Elements to our friends and family! read more

I couldn't be happier with these guys. Jeff and his crew met and exceeded every expectation we had. They stayed on the job past 9:30 pm the first night making sure our walk-in cooler was set up properly and they were back first thing the next morning to install our HVAC system. They are very meticulous about their work. Every detail was accounted, which I highly appreciate. They stayed on budget. They showed up when they said they would. They left the job site clean. They answered every question I had. It was refreshing to work with Jeff and I will be recommending him to everyone I can. read more

The best. Concise. On time. Clear honest diagnosis. Carried common parts. Repaired on the service call. My furnace debacle went from a 6K quote with a large firm, to a 118 dollar repair in just 30 minutes. read more

Just got new ductwork, a new furnace (relocated to the attic), and A/C installed by Jeff and his team. Not only was his bid the most cost-effective, I was most impressed with his overall knowledge and quality of work. The install itself was very professional and most noteworthy his team was very friendly and respectful. read more

Over several decades we have used a few different air-conditioning and heating companies to either install or repair our system. Jeff Donaldson and his crew of outstanding people replaced our entire system in one day. And they did so with extreme efficiency cleanliness and professionalism. I realize there are many air conditioning and heating companies out there, but Controlled Elements is one of the best I have ever dealt with in my lifetime. Jeff is straightforward, honest, fair and if there are any questions, he explains things clearly so that you completely understand every aspect of a/c and heating system. I cannot say enough about this company and I highly recommend them to anyone wanting to either replace an old rundown air conditioning and heating system or install a brand new one. From here on, Jeff Donaldson and his company, controlled elements, are my go to company for all my heating and cooling needs for our home. read more

Jeff Donaldson is once again my hero! Yesterday we were suffering triple digit temps in Ojai, and in late afternoon the AC that he installed stopped working. I called him and, though he was out of town, he took the time to ask me the right questions, diagnose the problem from afar, and guide me through what to do (involving giving the fan time to rest). As it happens, shortly after the call all the power went out in my neighborhood - giving everything "a rest" for a few hours except for my nerves. Once power was restored, I followed his instructions and all was once again well! I wish every company I deal with were as kind, responsive, clear and helpful as Controlled Elements. read more

Our heater went out- right in the middle of winter! I called Jeff and he answered right away, walked me through some trouble shooting ideas and diagnosed the problem right away. He then came out and did the repair. Fair prices, reliable and quick & friendly service. We will only be using Jeff from here on out. Thank you!! read more

Jeff is a true professional. He and the crew arrived on time, wearing masks. The job was done in a timely manner as promised. All work areas cleaned before leaving and he explained everything about the AC. Jeff said he was available should I have additional questions or complications later. I would happily recommend Jeff with the confidence that you will be satisfied with his work. read more

We recently moved into a home that Jeff and his crew installed the heating unit a few years ago. We were impressed how well it worked so decided to go with Controlled Elements to install the air conditioning unit. Jeff clearly explained what needed to be done and what options we had. His pricing and the service we received were excellent! The crew arrived on time and finished the work on time. They were all friendly, courteous, knowledgeable and neat! Andy told us that they get the job right on the first time. We really like the slim line ICP air conditioning unit with a sound jacket. They replaced new adjustable registers that can direct the air flow to a precise location. We highly recommend Controlled Elements. Jeff and his crew stand behind their work. Now we are ready for the summer! read more

Jeff Donaldson is the best HVAC contractor I have ever dealt with. He doggedly pursued an issue with our HVAC system and absolutely would not quit until it was fixed. He is an a expert technician. He is a science based guy who should be teaching this trade at the college level. His prices are fair his service excellent and he is a real gentleman. Call me for any reference on his business. Ed Diaz read more

I am so Pleased with Controlled Elements, Excellent Company , awesome staff. They went above and beyond... I really appreciate their outstanding work. I highly recommend this company. Scott, Andy, Eddy, Bobby and Red. They are all awesome. Great work ethic , very clean. And friendly... they are the best. Sincerely Debra Wieneke read more

So, recently our furnace went on and, immediately, my wife jumped up and said that there was a burnt smell coming from the heater vents. We turned it off and tried to figure who to call to solve the problem. A large, well known, well advertised HVAC contractor was initially contacted. After two technicians visited, their recommendation was to replace the furnace for $8K to $9k. Quite the sales process. On the recommendation of my neighbor, I contacted Jeff at Controlled Elements thinking that, at least, I could get a better quote. Jeff showed up, went up his ladder and returned 10 minutes later with the schematic design paper that was glued to the inside door that had gotten loose and sucked into the heat exchanger causing the burnt smell. That was it! Lots of money saved. I don't think Jeff ever came in with the idea to sell us a furnace. He seemed too excited to have solved the problem. If you don't need a new furnace, he will let you know! Of course, we can recommend Controlled Elements and we will use them again when necessary. read more

We just had our HVAC installed by this excellent company. We had the heater replaced in the attic and air conditioning installed for the first time. Jeff was very clear in explaining the process to us, telling us what to expect, giving us background on different condensers and teaching us how to use the thermostat correctly. There was no mere "this is what we do and this is our price" presentation that we received from the other two companies we looked at. We made the right choice! read more

Jeff and his guys were amazing. The new unit is working great and keeping our house cool. They were fast at installing and cleaned up like they had never even been there. I only wish other companies had such good work ethic. read more

I recently moved into a fixer upper and a friend recommended Jeff from Controlled Elements. I had some heating issues with a furnace due to condensation coming back into the furnace Jeff recognized the problem and showed me some before and after photos of other clients he had work with the same problems. He gave me an estimate and of course i got two others. What i trusted most with Controlled Elements compared to the other companies that gave me estimates, is that Jeff took the time to sit down with me and explain what the problem was, and exactly how he was going to take care of the problem. Not only is Controlled Elements affordable, his work is perfection. I really appreciate a company that treated my home like their own and gave me top notch service. read more

Controlled Elements - before and after, Left side shows poor workmanship, right side show the correct way from Controlled Elements! - Heating & Air Conditioning/HVAC Near Me

Extremely professional, knowledgeable, and ethical. The contractor came to our rescue during their busiest time and worked late to make sure our project was finished within 2 days. The employees were all very hard working and helpful. As a professional working in the construction industry, I am very happy to recommend this company. 10/10. read more

Excellent service and technical knowledge! I would recommend Controlled Elements to anyone needing HVAC services. Jeff and his crew were very professional and went above and beyond to get the AC back up and running! read more

This Heating / Air Company is the best. Honest, professional, top quality work. Jeff and his entire crew are personable and top notch. They have replaced 2 entire heating/ac systems for us and done flawless work. Honest and straightforward every step of the way! Deserve extra stars for sure! read more

Jeff Donaldson is an extremely knowledgeable and experienced technician. I doubt there's much he doesn't know about heating and air conditioning equipment. He is also very honest and respectful of his customers' homes. Jeff installed a new heating and air conditioning system in my 1957 ranch home. The original system (with asbestos) was still in place. He designed a new system, found us a great asbestos removal contractor, recommended a fantastic drywall contractor to patch up the holes from the old asbestos-ridden vents, and then went to work installing a state-of-the-art HVAC system. With the precision of a surgeon, he cut holes in the ceiling for the new premium ducts. He put tarps down everywhere he and his crew were working. There wasn't a speck of dust left in my home at the end of each day, and his crew worked for 5 days in my home. We are extremely satisfied with our new system and the work performed installing it. Definitely worth the money. Controlled Elements is the BEST company for installing a new heating and air conditioning system. read more

Jeff and his crew were a pleasure to work with. Jeff was very professional and explained the different options in a detailed but not overwhelming manner. His rates are reasonable too which is a huge plus! A competitor's quote was ridiculous and made me feel like they were trying to take advantage of a single mother homeowner. I'm so glad that I went with Controlled Elements. My job was completed on time and his crew left my garage cleaner than they found it. I highly recommend Controlled Elements for your A/C needs. Andrea R. read more

Jeff is one of the most meticulous and thorough professionals we've had the pleasure of working with. Just as importantly, his crew is amazing and is a reflection of the kind of company this is. We had a rather difficult job installing a package unit on an older house with virtually no really good option. Controlled Elements went the extra mile time and again to make sure the project was a success. Pre-project planning? Jeff was over at the house 3 times to review possibilities and emailed back and forth numerous times. During the project, everybody worked incredibly hard and yet made the effort appear easy. They were clean, respectful, polite...just the kind of folks you'd welcome in your home. They stayed late to maintain schedule and kept us informed on every aspect of the work and what to expect next. If you're searching for anything HVAC...look no further. read more

This company and team IS as good as it gets!!! Jeff and his foremen Andy and Eddie and their crew runs like a well oiled machine! Everyone knows what needs to be done and does it. Jeff is meticulous and detail oriented - he explains every step of the process, is available to answer questions, and reviews every inch of an install before it gets his approval. This team now feels like old friends even though they only took 3 days to install a beautiful, efficient furnace and coil in our attic and a quiet condenser at the back of our house. You would have a difficult time finding more skilled, friendly professionals. Their work and prices are top notch! read more

Everything you want in a contractor ! Quality, service and fair pricing. We interviewed 4 contractors before choosing Jeff he spent the time to explain the process of removing the old heater and replacing it and adding air conditioning. He and his crew were polite and respectful to our home they went above and beyond to get the job done. Thanks Jeff and crew we would highly recommend you ! read more

Very honest and knows his job. He is the working owner. He even came to our rescue on a Sunday! We highly recommend his integrity! We believe you will be satisfied also. We like to work with local people. David G. read more

Jeff solved a serious problem with our furnace that had stumped other tecnicians. He is extremely knowledgeable and professionable. He brought heat back into our home and we are grateful. read more