For fast and exceptional service for all of your heating, cooling or plumbing needs, call us now: 508-313-2669 DBAs - ARS of Boston, Heating & Air Conditioning Services. If you are looking for a company that can perform air conditioning or heating service, look no further. At ARS of Boston, our technicians are trained in all forms of service, installation, and design. We always have the same primary goal when we perform a service: customer satisfaction. We want you to be impressed by our work and pleased with the results. With so many awards and accolades and a Better Business Bureau accreditation, it is easy to see that others recognize the ARS of Boston difference. We're listed as a Premier Lennox Dealer and are a 9-time recipient of the Lennox Circle of Excellence Award. Additional phones: Brockton, Easton, & Bridgewater - (508)588-9025, Centerville & Cape - (508)539-8887, Dedham, Westwood, Norwood, & Canton - (781)575-6776, Foxboro, Norfolk, & Milford - (508)543-6612, Plymouth, Marshfield, & Kingston - (781) 582-1186, Quincy, Braintree, & Hingham - (781) 356-0909, Rockland & Hanover - (781)982-9940, Taunton - (508)880-7721, Wellesley - (781)263-0020. Additional email - [email protected]. License # RC 013652, 171, 3782-M, 3759
Business highlights
41 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Heating & Air Conditioning Design, Installation & Repair, Boiler & Furnace Replacement, Central Cooling System, Indoor Air Quality, & Air Filtration.
Marc E. was very professional. I would hire him again.
Description of Work: Startup of AC and replacement of defective part
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$160
Guy S.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The Best techie I have seen , Prompt, courteous, did a great job inspecting, cleaning and testing my A/C. Gave me great info on what to do as my system is 17 yrs. old. Good job!!!!!
Description of Work: A/C Service
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$79
Ashley W.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The appointment went great. The provider was professional. He took his time and was very thorough. He also took the time to explain the scope of the work and why additional services were needed.
Description of Work: Inspect and tune up A/C. Added additional refrigerant. Figured out problem with the thermostat. Replaced A/C filter.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$210
KATHLEEN O.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Excellent! Dave spent a great deal of time working on my a/c unit and took time to explain everything to me. It was a great experience. I plan to use this company again for my plumbing and heating needs. Thanks Dave!!
Description of Work: A/C tune-up
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$79
Dorothy P.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
I was pleased with the service. My only issue is that he left mybasemen screen door wide open and if I hadn't noticed it, it was possible that my two indoor cats may have escaped and/or we could have received some unwelcome visitors in the night.
Description of Work: Performed a tuneup for my central airconditioner.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$69
ROBERT P.
05/2013
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They didn't do anything at all. They stated that we were short of freon and still didn't do anything. A tune up to me is to add freon to an air conditioner. My invoice shows they did no work other than a bill for $333 to continue with any work. $123 to add freon which is insane! Why list tune up if nothing was done? To me it seems like they came here to evaluate the situation and that is it. On the invoice it stated that just to come out and diagnose the problem was $130 without being an Angies List member. There is nothing wrong with my A/C I just wanted it tuned up like stated on the big deal. The service provider who came out to do the service called the owner and said this is supposed to be a tune up and I wanted freon because it was low. The owner stated it was not apart of it and it would be $123.
Description of Work: $79 for Complete A/C Tune-up and Inspection
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0
$79
Bruce F.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
ARS was very responsive, rescheduling when we needed to with no problem. The technician, Chris T., was prompt, informative and courteous. He examined all the components of our A/C, changed some filters that needed to be changed, and put the system through it's paces to make sure everything was working properly
Description of Work: spring A/C tuneup and system check
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$150
Robin A.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Overall the service was excellent! I was given a 2 hour time frame when the technician would arrive. I received a second call narrowing the time within a half hour. The person arrived at the time indicated. He performed all of his work efficiently. He answered questions when asked providing details as requested. Overall a wonderful job!!
Description of Work: The service personnel cleaned the air conditioning unit. He ensured it was running appropriately by assessing its overall function through numerical assessments. He indicated what needs to but replaced, but did not pressure me to replace it...which was something I could not afford to do at this time.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$79
audrey K.
05/2013
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
the company was prompt with providing and an appointment and arrived on time. he was professional providing a detailed list and estimate. he was friendly and patient with all my questions.
Description of Work: the service person came promptly and did a thorough assessment of my AC.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$90
Tracey J.
05/2013
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Did not use this company due to price and unreliability.
Description of Work: Made appointments which they did not show up to then finally came to give an estimate which was twice as much as 2 other estimates. They were also going to use a smaller condensing unit. Did not have them do the work because of the ridiculous price.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
3.0
David W.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They showed up when they said they would He managed to clean some areas that I have no idea how he got to. It was so impressive how he was able to get those areas clean. The system is running much better. There was a place where the vent goes through the insulation that wasn’t well sealed and he sealed it as well. This work was not a part of the Big Deal, but he did it at no additional charge. They did a good job.
Description of Work: I purchased a Big Deal for an AC cleaning and inspection.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$79
Carole A.
04/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
 + 0 more
Great. We have Chris coming back again to take care of issues that we inherited when we bought the home.
Description of Work: Checked out air conditioners. Came back to take a look at plumbing needs. Was able to solve problems that two other plumbing companies were unable to do.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$79
Amy S.
04/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Marc was courteous and professional. He came in the middle of the appointment time window. He explained any issues and addressed them while he was here.
Description of Work: Tune up for my A/C system and some minor repairs to outdoor unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$447
Nancy S.
04/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Service Representative Marc E. came out to do the annual maintenance of our AC system. He called 1/2 hr ahead of his arrival and got here well within the window reserved. He was very forthcoming with information about our system and made suggestions that would help us optimize its use. He recommended we have a float valve installed and we were happy to have it done. When I asked about additional filters for the system he gave us the phone number of a filter company and the size of the filter we need to buy.. This is the first time we've done business with ARS and Marc and his company get an A in my book!
Description of Work: Service Representative Marc E. came out to do the annual maintenance of our AC system. He recommended we have a float valve installed and we were happy to have it done.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Alan G.
04/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, water heater repair
 + 0 more
On a 1-10 rating scale, 10 being best, I would give this service call, technician (Nick G) and company a score of 25! I am often disappointed in work performed for me in my home (non-Angie's list companies recommended by others). As a relatively new member, this is the first time I have used an Angie's List recommended company and what a pleasure it was! Our home is just under 3 years old but I read that the A/C and water heater should be maintained regularly. I essentially knew this but never really wanted to have it done because I did not want the hassles that I often encouter from service companies. So, I delayed. I received an Angie's List coupon in my email and thought I would give ARS Boston a call. My service was performed about 5 days later which was just fine. Not an emergency. The technician, Nick G, was excellent. He was punctual, friendly, informative (I like to know what's being done and particular findings), spotlessly clean in his work and very pleasant and knowlegable. Recommendations were made but it was explained that they were not essential at this time. I will definitely keep them in mind for when the budget will allow their completion. In short, I could not be more please with today's service call from ARS Heating and Air Conditioning Service (ARS Boston). I am now thinking that my hunt for an excellent, honest and reliable company for appliance maintanance and repair may be over!!! That's a great feeling. One less worry... Oh, one more thing...I was told that Angie's List members receive discounts from the regular service prices so be sure to tell the scheduler when you call that you are a member of Angie's List.
Description of Work: ARS Heating and Air Conditioning Services performed an A/C tuneup and water heater flush.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$123
Paul S.
04/2013
5.0
electrician, heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + 0 more
The repairman, Eric, was very friendly, knowledgeable and professional. He even put on shoe covers so as to not soil my carpet and hardwood floors. I stood looking over his shoulder as he worked and he explained to me each action as he worked. He went into such detail that maybe I could do it myself next time, but I don't think that I would try it. I felt confident that Eric did an excellent and professional job. ARS will be my a/c people from now on.
Description of Work: The following services were performed on my central air conditioner: Filter changed Checked all connections Blew out lines and tested pump Checked all amps and voltage Checked a/ c coils Blew out condenser coils Re charged the a/c
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$222
Andrew H.
04/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, water heater repair
 + 0 more
They were not the cheapest estimate and they recommended the most high-end equipment. I would have to say that ARS was probably the best contractor I have ever worked with. They were very responsive, sent a competent team and took care of all the inspection and rebate paperwork. The owner of the company even came out and did an inspection of the work. Months later they proactively followed up to test my air conditioning. Also replace a faulty thermostat within three hours of my calling them.
Description of Work: Recently converted from Oil to gas. ARS performed the installation of a new gas furnace, instant water heater and central air conditioning.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$14,000
John C.
01/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
All workers were very professional.Very satisfied with work done. Because it was installed in the cold weather I was told I would need to have them check the charge before the warm weather started. I did'nt even need to call them, they called me to set an appointment to check the system before the weather got hot. Great service!
Description of Work: ARS installed a central air unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$3,950
Richard D.
11/2012
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
The furnace was leaking from the pressure relief valve. I was told that the leaking was the result of a blockage. The entire furnace would have to be completely disassembles and cleaned. It would be expensive and being that the furnace was twenty five years old, it would not be worth fixing. He wanted $6100.00 to do the job. I decided to get another bid. He charged me $130.00 for the service call. Another contractor told me that all it needed was an expansion tank which cost about 80.00. ARS LIED TO ME.
Description of Work: none
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$130
Response from ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston
We were called to the home for a water leak. We noticed and also was told that the pressure relief valve was already replaced by some one else. We also noticed that no water was leaking from the pressure relief outlet. There was no water in the bucket under the pressure relief outlet pipe. We inspected the boiler it self and saw signs of water leaking internally through the seams where the block sections meet. We had taken pictures to document our findings. This could be caused by a bad expansion tank but once the block is leaking on a 25 year old boiler the recommondation is always to replace the boiler. The replacement block for a 25 year old boiler would not have been available. The efficiency of the current boiler was approximately 60% and did not meet current energy code standards. The boiler we quoted was 20% more efficent which would have resulted in a 20% reduction in heating costs. Our price for a new boiler at $6,100 included a new expansion tank ,back flow preventer and automatic water feeder. It included the repacement of all external boiler trim and controls. It also included a two year labor and parts warranty with a 20 year warranty on the new boiler block. Lastly it included all town permits and town inspection. If given a chance to review our boiler quote with all that it included this would have been apparent. We at ARS pride ourselves on exceptional service and customer satisfaction. No lies were told to the homeowner, as simply replacing the expansion tank would not have solved this customers problem.
Forrest F.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Work was professional, on time and within budget.
Description of Work: Oil to natural gas conversion. Run gas line.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
James S.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They did a fabulous job. They did it all in a day. I was very pleased with them.
Description of Work: They put in a boiler and an air conditioner.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Brigita B.
05/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
I've never had a problem with them. They're always here when they're supposed to be. The quality of work was excellent. They were responsive.
Description of Work: They installed our central air and water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
Martha I.
03/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
I have used this company for many years and would not hesitate to highly recommend them. My experience has been excellent. They are extremely professional.
Description of Work: The technician arrived on time and was outfitted with protective booties. He was friendly and went right to work. He did a tuneup and changed the filters and repaired cracks in the chimney. He was polite and efficient. I was pleased with the service.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Martha I.
03/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
Friendly young man arrived on time. Put on protective booties. Checked everything out, changed oil filter cemented crack in chimney. Have used this company before. Find them dependable. Would call them again.
Description of Work: Burner tuneup.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$400
Melissa B.
03/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
 + -1 more
They were very courteous, prompt and professional. They explained how it had to be up to code, and told us about the labor costs. They did in one day as promised, there were no snags it went very smoothly. We will use them again in the future if necessary.
Description of Work: They replaced our heating and cooling system.
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Service Categories
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FAQ
ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston is currently rated 4.6 overall out of 5.
Sunday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Monday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston offers free project estimates.
Yes, ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston offers emergency services.
Yes, ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston offers warranties.
ARS / Rescue Rooter Boston offers the following services: Heating & Air Conditioning Design, Installation & Repair, Boiler & Furnace Replacement, Central Cooling System, Indoor Air Quality, & Air Filtration.