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Avatar for Polar Bear Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
Polar Bear Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
4.4(
237
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+3 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Alex checked my filter, which was clean, and my refridgerant, which did not need more substance. He advised that because my AC unit was from 1997, I should look into purchasing a new AC unit within the next year because the refridgerant would be discontinued as of December 31, 2019. Alex was helpful and competent about my AC unit. Thank you."
Response time1 day
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of MD
McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of MD
4.5(
318
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+2 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had them Replaced furnace and air conditioning unit. It was installed about a year ago but they came out for a regular service about a month ago. the service was free, part of the contract. I have no complaints, it was all good. They were responsive. they were punctual. I have no problems, it was a good deal when I bought it, it's a good deal now. I don't have any issues with how the service went. i bought it through them and I have no regrets and everything was the same as I felt when I bought it. It was a good deal, I made the right choice. Anytime you buy a major system and it doesn't go right you have a problem. I'm a happy camper.1 worker took less than an hour to complete."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Regal Duct Cleaning
Regal Duct Cleaning
4.9(
70
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Julius did an excellent job with the air duct &dryer vent cleaning. He explained the process & gave tips on how maintain the best air quality for my home. Easy to schedule the appointment. Highly recommend & will use them again!"
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+12

Response time8 hrs
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Avatar for Petro Home Services
Petro Home Services
4.4(
1,786
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+3 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

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we had a leak problem and the tech came and looked over our equipment, fixed the problem and left. It cost us nothing and we have had their home heating service contracts for over 20 years.  They have NEVER ONCE not shown up or not helped and in the two furnace emergencies we had--they were here with in 1hr. 

We are very happy.


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Response time6 days
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for The Best Air Quality and Restoration
The Best Air Quality and Restoration
4.8(
236
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best Air Quality and Restoration did a spectacular job! I can't say enough about the employees. They did an outstanding job! They were punctual,polite and followed social distancing protocols.They assessed the home and cleaned the air ducts quickly and efficiently. I am very pleased with their service and highly recommended this company. I purchased a new home and had them come clean the ducts to improve the homes environment. They showed me before and after pictures and I noticed a difference right away"
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Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Air Conditioning FAQs, answered by experts

The cost to install a ductless mini-split AC system ranges from $2,000 to $14,000, depending on the type of unit, the number of zones or rooms, and the complexity of the installation. On the low end, a system for one or two zones in a single room costs around $2,000. Covering two zones for more rooms can cost between $6,000 and $8,000. For a larger multi-zone system to cover an entire home, costs can be $14,000. If you don’t already have an AC system in place, you may need to add the cost of permits, an electrician, and a concrete pad.

No, it's not safe to keep using your unit when it's frozen. Not only can running a frozen unit lead to damage, but it can also potentially overheat, making it a fire hazard. Therefore, it's always best to turn off the AC unit as soon as you notice any ice.

An undersized whole-house generator has the potential to overheat and shut down when you try to run a central AC system. This scenario can not only damage the whole-house generator, but can also trip your home’s breakers or cause electrical damage. To avoid this situation, hire a local generator installer to correctly size your whole-house generator.

HVAC companies may charge an hourly rate or a flat fee. Hourly rates typically range from $100 to $250 per hour, with an average around $175. Some contractors charge a flat fee for specific services, such as an inspection, which can cost between $150 and $500. The total cost of an HVAC service is influenced by several factors, including: the urgency of the service (emergency repairs after hours or on holidays cost more), the time of year, the type, size, and brand of your HVAC system, the specific repair needed, and whether you have a service contract.

Air conditioners can stop working in the middle of the night for many reasons. Your local power grid might shut down late at night. Power surges can also trip your breakers if too much power is being used in the area at the time. If your AC is connected to a digital thermostat, it gets naturally cooler at night, so the outdoor temperature might dip below the automated setting to turn the cooling system off.

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