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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 - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Install - For Business+3 more

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Polar Bear offered a competitive quote, and what seemed a good solution for a somewhat tricky roof install for our AC. Problem is that we asked for a higher ton unit, fearing their initial recommendation would not be strong enough, but they did not follow through on that and installed a smaller unit. Lo and behold the AC does not work sufficiently for our home. They say it is because of poor duct work in our older home. That may be part of it, but the system cools worse than our old one did, before it conked out. After spending $10k on this system just a couple years ago, we just spent ANOTHER 10k for installation of supplemental AC systems (by another company) so our house can actually make it through the DC summer. Now our main floor cools great, but the upstairs, which relies on the AC system that Polar Bear installed, still struggles. I've had Polar Bear come out multiple times to see there is anything they could do to make the AC work better, and other than top up coolant, they haven't offered solutions. I'd not use them again, had more positive experience with another company that I just also reviewed here."
Response time1 day
20 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

"They did a great job, it is part of a warranty that I have with them. When this condo, they were the HVAC that put the air conditioning, ducts and all of that in this building, they were the ones. They have this wide window where you have got to stay in your place from 8 to 12 or 12 to 5. They did a nice job."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Cyprus Air Heating, Cooling and Fireplaces
Cyprus Air Heating, Cooling and Fireplaces
4.0(
525
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We got a new unit from them, the system is really good but the office is bad. It is when you call them for the check up, it is a pain to make an appointment. They call and cancel and I have already taken the day off, or they just don't call or show up. They finally come out but that was after I called twice and talked to the office manager and them trying to cancel again. Even though I had a credit on my account I had to pay. Initially it was suppose to be preventative maintenance, but he refused to do both heating and AC and only did once, so another guy came out and did the other."
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+13

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for C&C Home Services, LLC
C&C Home Services, LLC
4.5(
410
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Very personable team. Really good company they cleaned the air vents along with the dryer. It appeared to me that neither had been cleaned before in the 9 year old house. I saw a lot of dust around the return vents and the dryer hose was disconnected with the lint spilling out on the floor. So I pulled C&C Home Services from HomeAdvisor to do the job. They did an excellent job!"
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+17

Response time20 mins
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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

"I purchased the Angie's List deal for having our whole house air ducts cleaned and sanitized for $199. Our vents were very dirty having undergone two major house renovations. Because of how our vents are set up, our technician Val told us that they would be very hard to clean (we living in a 1959 rambler) and we might require multiple cleanings. As they were working, the weren't aware of the amount of dust that was being scattered throughout the house, again, due to the setup of our venting system. After he left, I needed to go throughout the house and clean the thing layer of dust that had settled on all surfaces. Val felt awful and apologized multiple times and you could tell that he was being sincere. He did recommend that we use an anti-bacteria and fumigation treatment because of mold he found in the vents (which he showed us pictures of) and had recommended purchasing a UV lamp to stop the growth of mold in the future. We opted to forgo the UV lamp, but purchase the additional cleaning options, which should have cost $275. It was clear that Val felt bad about the dust in the house because after we agreed to the additional cleaning, he dropped the price to $175 and also cleaned our dryer vent for free."
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+50

Response time10 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Haygood Mechanical, LLC
4.4(
146
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Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Service or Repair - For Business

Serving Washington, DC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Mr. Haygood came out promptly on a weekend. He identified the problem immediately and had my AC up and running in no time. His advise and suggestions were spot-on. I will definitely use Mr. Haygood for my future A/C needs!!"
Response time4 hrs
Response rate100%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

Yes, mini-split or ductless AC systems add value to a home and do not devalue it. They are an attractive feature for potential buyers, especially in older homes without existing ductwork, as they provide a practical air conditioning solution without the significant expense and hassle of installing traditional ducts. Ductless systems also eliminate issues associated with conventional ductwork, such as noise and the potential for pests. Furthermore, homeowners value energy-efficient solutions, and mini-splits offer high efficiency for both heating and cooling, plus zoned temperature control. This leads to lower energy consumption and reduced electric bills, which is a major selling point.

Both evaporator coils and condenser coils are recyclable and contain valuable, sellable metals such as copper and aluminum. Not only is it more earth-friendly to take them to a local metal recycling facility, but you can also trade them in for cash. Also, once the coils are removed from the system, they won’t have any traces of refrigerant, so you won’t have to arrange for recycling Freon or R-410A unless you’re disposing of the entire AC system.

No, it's not advisable to only replace the outside AC unit connected to your system. AC units are designed to work as a cohesive system, and older units work differently than newer units. Therefore, replacing only one component can lead to incompatibilities that affect the system’s performance. Replacing one component can void your warranty, costing you money for repairs.

On average, an AC unit lasts between 10 and 20 years. However, the specific lifespan depends on the type of unit, how often it's used, the local climate, and the quality of maintenance. Central AC units typically last 12 to 17 years, while window units have a shorter lifespan of 8 to 10 years. Portable AC units last about 5 to 10 years, and ductless mini-split systems can last up to 20 years. To extend the life of your AC unit, it's important to perform regular maintenance, such as replacing filters, cleaning coils, and scheduling annual professional tune-ups.

Signs of a damaged evaporator coil include warm air from vents, frequent starts and stops without proper cooling, failure to turn on, refrigerant leaks, and unusual noises. If you suspect issues with your AC system or its components, it’s best to call an AC repair technician for proper diagnosis and repairs.

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