If you’re comparing HVAC companies, you’re doing the right thing. Here’s what the public records show — so you can make the best decision for your home.
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| Metric | The Cooling Company | Rakeman Plumbing & Air |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Family-Owned (Santana Family) | Family-Owned |
| Years in Business | 15 years (est. 2011) | 69 years (est. 1957) |
| NSCB License Type? | C-21 (Full Mechanical) | C-1 (Plumbing) |
| NSCB Bid Limit? | $700,000 | $500,000 |
| License Status | Active | Active |
| Dual HVAC + Plumbing License? | Yes (C-21 + C-1D) | No |
| Google Rating | 4.8 stars (787+ reviews) | 3.9 stars (82+ reviews) |
| BBB Rating | A+ (Accredited) | A+ (Accredited) |
| 24/7 Emergency Service | Yes | Yes |
| Service Categories | 17 (HVAC + Plumbing) | 5 (HVAC + Plumbing) |
| Service Area Coverage | 14 communities | 3 communities |
As a dual-licensed contractor (C-21 HVAC + C-1D Plumbing), The Cooling Company handles both your heating/cooling and plumbing needs under one roof. Here are some of our most popular services:
For information about Rakeman Plumbing & Air’s specific service offerings, please contact them directly. We only publish data we can verify from public records.
“I’m Frank Camble, General Manager at The Cooling Company. I’ve put my personal cell number on this page because I believe you should be able to talk directly to the people behind any company you trust with your home. If you’re comparing us with Rakeman Plumbing & Air — you should be comparing. Call or text me directly at (702) 747-4469. I’ll answer any question you have. No sales pitch. Just a straight conversation about what’s best for your home.”
— Frank Camble, General Manager
Yes, Rakeman Plumbing & Air holds NSCB License #0021952A (C-1) with a status of "active" and a bid limit of $500,000. Data verified from Nevada State Contractors Board public records.
Rakeman Plumbing & Air has a A+ BBB rating and is BBB accredited.
Rakeman Plumbing & Air has approximately 82 Google reviews with a 3.9-star rating as of our last verification.
Rakeman Plumbing & Air is Family-owned since 1957 by the Rakeman family. Current owner: Aaron L. Hawley. Possibly the oldest plumbing/HVAC company in Las Vegas — 69 years in business. North Las Vegas location.. The Cooling Company is family-owned by the Santana family and has served Las Vegas since 2011.
We encourage you to independently verify all information. Here are the public record sources we use: