Expert Heating, Cooling & Plumbing Services in Ames, IA

The perks of membership in our Total Service Program make home comfort easy!

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We install, maintain, service, and repair a wide variety of residential HVAC equipment and related components. We have access to all major heating and cooling brands so we can recommend the best fit for your home.

Enjoy a breath of fresh air every time you walk into your home. Our certified team of indoor air quality (IAQ) experts can recommend the right products and services for your budget and needs. Most of us spend the majority of our time indoors—let’s enjoy the freshest air possible!

Our professional plumbing staff can tackle all of your home plumbing appliances and fixtures. Whether you are looking for a new water heater or need our help with a leaky faucet, our knowledgeable technicians are here to provide you with peace of mind and quality service.

We have experienced on-staff fabricators and installers that can custom craft metal to fit any of your home or business needs. Our team also has a history of working with architects, builders, and facilities maintenance staff to design building additions and improve upon existing metal work.

Serving Homes Since 1968

Originally formed by the husband and wife duo of Corwin and Kay Stephan, C and K remains family owned today. We still strive to uphold the values that Corwin and Kay instilled in the company all those years ago. From time to time they like to stop in to check on us. It's a new era, but our foundation will always be those same ideals.

Read What Our Customers Have to Say

“After using C&K for several years with no issues, our last big purchase was SO disappointing! We purchased a new furnace/AC and gas water heater. All three installed same day. But, the water heater was not installed correctly, and this would have been discovered had they done a pressure test OR a gas sniffer. There was a gas leak, and we did not realize it. It was hot, so windows closed with AC on. Slow leak, so we became “nose blind” to the smell. A guest noticed it as soon as they walked in…. Called our gas company and they came immediately and found two leaks and turned our gas off. I contacted C&K the next day, which unfortunately was a holiday… a service guy did come out but couldn’t fix it – said he’d order the part on Monday. SO, we went 4 days with no gas (we have gas stove, gas water heater). Service guys did come out on Monday and corrected the issue. But no apology, no follow up phone call. And this leak caused physical illness in myself (resulting in dr visit), and a vet visit for our puppy. They honestly didn’t seem to care. After the fact, I’ve heard from many in the Ames area that this is an ongoing issue. I would not recommend them. Very disappointed.”
- Susan A.

“We had CandK out twice within 2 weeks to repair a leaking shower and to repair our tankless water heater. Both times they were on time, professional and knowledgeable. They explained exactly what was wrong and repairs needed, then quickly made repairs. We highly recommend them!!”

- Pat B.
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Your Local Trusted Partner for Home Comfort & Plumbing

When it comes to your home, you deserve more than a quick fix—you deserve service with heart. At C&K, we blend expert craftsmanship with authentic care to deliver HVAC and plumbing solutions built to last. Whether it's a late-night emergency or a comfort upgrade, our team is fully equipped, highly trained, and ready to serve.

  • Superior customer care
  • Best-in-class trained technicians
  • 24/7, same-day emergency service
  • Quality parts and trusted brands

Turn to the Experts

From maintaining a consistent temperature, to helping keep your utility bills cheap, to cleaning and humidifying (or dehumidifying!) your air, Carrier products provide the means to fully manage your home’s heating and cooling quality, all while keeping you and your family comfortable.

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Turn to the Experts

From maintaining a consistent temperature, to helping keep your utility bills cheap, to cleaning and humidifying (or dehumidifying!) your air, Carrier products provide the means to fully manage your home’s heating and cooling quality, all while keeping you and your family comfortable.

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News and Information

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