At Tim Kyle Electric, Heating & Cooling, we believe that honesty, respect, and integrity are important. That’s why we have up-front pricing. You approve the price before we start your job. We also respect your home. All of our employees have to pass drug tests and background checks before they begin employment with us. All of our electricians are professionally trained and uniformed service technicians.
"Everything was great. Thank you!"
Valerie D on December 2025
At Tim Kyle Electric, Heating & Cooling, we believe that honesty, respect, and integrity are important. That’s why we have up-front pricing. You approve the price before we start your job. We also respect your home. All of our employees have to pass drug tests and background checks before they begin employment with us. All of our electricians are professionally trained and uniformed service technicians.
Welcome to Maryland Heating & Cooling, a family-owned & operated business located in Ellicott City, MD. With over 25 years in business, we are very proud to be recognized as one of the top-rated HVAC professionals in Howard County and surrounding areas. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, our team of skilled licensed technicians are dedicated in providing you with reliable heating and cooling solutions. We specialize in system replacement, repairs, maintenance and indoor air quality products. Along with our service, you can always count on Maryland Heating & Cooling to provide you with quick service, fair pricing and an honest evaluation of your HVAC system. We look forward to helping you with your HVAC needs.
"Couldn't be more pleased. Quick to respond, great communication and super friendly and professional service. Highly recommend"
Edward C on August 2025
Welcome to Maryland Heating & Cooling, a family-owned & operated business located in Ellicott City, MD. With over 25 years in business, we are very proud to be recognized as one of the top-rated HVAC professionals in Howard County and surrounding areas. With a commitment to customer satisfaction, our team of skilled licensed technicians are dedicated in providing you with reliable heating and cooling solutions. We specialize in system replacement, repairs, maintenance and indoor air quality products. Along with our service, you can always count on Maryland Heating & Cooling to provide you with quick service, fair pricing and an honest evaluation of your HVAC system. We look forward to helping you with your HVAC needs.
"Couldn't be more pleased. Quick to respond, great communication and super friendly and professional service. Highly recommend"
Pipeworks Plumbing and Services, is a rapidly growing and local Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing company with a focus on residential and light commercial needs. In fact, we are more than just an HVAC company - "we are in the people business servicing Heating and Air Conditioning needs". We work hard to build trust and maintain an exceptional experience for our customers building life-long relationships one day, one customer at a time.
"Chase did a great job repairing a failed pipe that splashed water into our home. He carefully examined every aspect of the problem, determined what needed to be done, fixed the problem and tested the pipes to make sure everything worked -- and all of this at a very reasonable price. We've been using PipeWorks for several years to deal with plumbing issues and they've provided great service at reasonable rates. We'll continue to contact them when we have a plumbing problem."
Bill W on May 2025
Pipeworks Plumbing and Services, is a rapidly growing and local Heating, Air Conditioning, and Plumbing company with a focus on residential and light commercial needs. In fact, we are more than just an HVAC company - "we are in the people business servicing Heating and Air Conditioning needs". We work hard to build trust and maintain an exceptional experience for our customers building life-long relationships one day, one customer at a time.
"Chase did a great job repairing a failed pipe that splashed water into our home. He carefully examined every aspect of the problem, determined what needed to be done, fixed the problem and tested the pipes to make sure everything worked -- and all of this at a very reasonable price. We've been using PipeWorks for several years to deal with plumbing issues and they've provided great service at reasonable rates. We'll continue to contact them when we have a plumbing problem."
GAC Services is a residential cooling, heating, and electrical contractor setting new standards in the Maryland HVAC and electric market. Since 1970, we’ve developed a strong reputation for providing the Montgomery County and Frederick County areas with reliable cooling and heating services. In 2014, we expanded our service offerings to include electrical services—allowing us to offer our customers the same great service in a new area of business. Additional DBA: Gaithersburg Heating & Cooling
"Highly professional, knowledgeable and well behaved technician. Prices offered were good too. I definitely recommend the company."
Deepak U on February 2025
GAC Services is a residential cooling, heating, and electrical contractor setting new standards in the Maryland HVAC and electric market. Since 1970, we’ve developed a strong reputation for providing the Montgomery County and Frederick County areas with reliable cooling and heating services. In 2014, we expanded our service offerings to include electrical services—allowing us to offer our customers the same great service in a new area of business. Additional DBA: Gaithersburg Heating & Cooling
"Highly professional, knowledgeable and well behaved technician. Prices offered were good too. I definitely recommend the company."
Family owned & operated. Additional contact name - Eileen Bangs - Award winning. Additional Licensing Information: MD Master Gas Fitter 6631. Baltimore County License: JG9033. Howard County License: G-9018. Carroll County License: P00068G. Electrical Licensing - Howard County License: 390, Baltimore County License: 547. MHIC12699.
"My system was working fine before the technician arrived. Afterwards my system failed. I contacted this company based upon Angis List recommendations. The technician talked me out of the services I requested and left me with an non working system."
Adi G on August 2023
Family owned & operated. Additional contact name - Eileen Bangs - Award winning. Additional Licensing Information: MD Master Gas Fitter 6631. Baltimore County License: JG9033. Howard County License: G-9018. Carroll County License: P00068G. Electrical Licensing - Howard County License: 390, Baltimore County License: 547. MHIC12699.
"My system was working fine before the technician arrived. Afterwards my system failed. I contacted this company based upon Angis List recommendations. The technician talked me out of the services I requested and left me with an non working system."
Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. We offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! Sila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it’s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe — season after season. We guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 “A” ratings on Angie’s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!
"They charged $98 to come give me an estimate for swapping our a shower valve cartridge, which was fine, but the pricing they provided was completely unreasonable, $1,000. They were unwilling to provide any detail for the price. I ended up buy the part myself for $30 and replaced it in 30 minutes."
Tom A on October 2024
Live Your Most Comfortable Life with a Company You Trust. We offer Same Day Service and Next Day Installation! Sila has been the center of delighting homeowners since 1989, with our team of engineers, certified technicians, and system designers that are proud to deliver the highest level of expertise in the HVAC industry. Whether it’s a repair, replacement, installation, or service, we have an unwavering commitment to keeping you and your family comfortable and safe — season after season. We guarantee satisfaction and are proud to have earned over 7,000 “A” ratings on Angie’s List and its prestigious Super Service Award!
"They charged $98 to come give me an estimate for swapping our a shower valve cartridge, which was fine, but the pricing they provided was completely unreasonable, $1,000. They were unwilling to provide any detail for the price. I ended up buy the part myself for $30 and replaced it in 30 minutes."
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Licensed & Bonded Maryland Home Improvement #141947 Maryland Master Electrician #14130 Virginia Master Electrician #2710073038
"Three Brothers is the best. We have hired Saul and team for several electrical projects both big and small over the past few years. They have never disappointed. Highly recommend for any electrical needs."
David G on July 2023
We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We have many years of experience to give you confidence that we are your number one choice for your next home project. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guarantee your satisfaction! Licensed & Bonded Maryland Home Improvement #141947 Maryland Master Electrician #14130 Virginia Master Electrician #2710073038
"Three Brothers is the best. We have hired Saul and team for several electrical projects both big and small over the past few years. They have never disappointed. Highly recommend for any electrical needs."
We are performing work as normal so feel free to reach out about your project or repair! During these times are following safe practices for both your family and our workers. We specialize in home repairs and projects, providing you solutions from basic to long-lasting so that we can ensure that we not only fit the budget but provide safety and comfort for your family. Haas & Sons is a small, family-operated business based out of Pasadena Maryland, serving Anne Arundel, Howard, and surrounding counties. Our certified Electricians go through constant training to be able to provide you with quality work, great warranties, and amazing service. What to expect with Haas & Sons- A company you can trust, Marked Vehicles, Uniformed and trained Techs, Constant communication, Upfront pricing, all with a friendly smile.
"Very good job."
Fred D on May 2024
We are performing work as normal so feel free to reach out about your project or repair! During these times are following safe practices for both your family and our workers. We specialize in home repairs and projects, providing you solutions from basic to long-lasting so that we can ensure that we not only fit the budget but provide safety and comfort for your family. Haas & Sons is a small, family-operated business based out of Pasadena Maryland, serving Anne Arundel, Howard, and surrounding counties. Our certified Electricians go through constant training to be able to provide you with quality work, great warranties, and amazing service. What to expect with Haas & Sons- A company you can trust, Marked Vehicles, Uniformed and trained Techs, Constant communication, Upfront pricing, all with a friendly smile.
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in handyman services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I have hired this company for a number of things, including doors, floors, backsplash, etc. he is very fair with his prices and very good with his work. I would hire him again if I need anything done, and I totally approve of everything he has done for me and encourage others to hire him."
Bernie M on August 2025
We have the experience and dedication to get the job done right! Specializing in handyman services; We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won't leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Call or click for your FREE estimate today!
"I have hired this company for a number of things, including doors, floors, backsplash, etc. he is very fair with his prices and very good with his work. I would hire him again if I need anything done, and I totally approve of everything he has done for me and encourage others to hire him."
I have been serving the Maryland, D.C. and Virginia area for over 20 years with my experience. My company is young, but my skills are old. Simply Home Service LLC is licensed and insured. We're dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. Call us now at 301-518-9977 or visit our website at www.simplyhomeservices.com
"I appreciate the experience, expertise, knowledge and integrity of this business. The home I live in is very old and I am a renter with very little knowledge of HVAC services. Sean, the serviceman, explained clearly what the issue was with the furnace and even provided advice regarding CO detectors, that I should have more than one. I am very grateful for the service he provided and I definitely recommend his company."
Tracy S on January 2024
I have been serving the Maryland, D.C. and Virginia area for over 20 years with my experience. My company is young, but my skills are old. Simply Home Service LLC is licensed and insured. We're dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality and craftsmanship. We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. Call us now at 301-518-9977 or visit our website at www.simplyhomeservices.com
"I appreciate the experience, expertise, knowledge and integrity of this business. The home I live in is very old and I am a renter with very little knowledge of HVAC services. Sean, the serviceman, explained clearly what the issue was with the furnace and even provided advice regarding CO detectors, that I should have more than one. I am very grateful for the service he provided and I definitely recommend his company."
Tracy S on January 2024
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Heating and Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts
Good news: Your AC system doesn’t need Freon (a popular refrigerant) added regularly, if ever. Freon only needs to be added when there’s a refrigerant leak; however, it’s not uncommon for a gradual leak to occur every 5 to 15 years. Signs of a refrigerant leak include higher utility bills, increased humidity in the house, weakened AC performance, and a hissing sound from the system.
It’s normal to hear a low humming sound as air moves through your vents. Most of the time, you probably won’t even notice it. However, if that sound becomes disruptive or if you hear more concerning noises (such as rattling, clicking, banging, hissing, or grinding), there might be a problem with your HVAC system.
For the most part, you should leave your AC fan in “auto” mode so that it only runs during a heating or cooling cycle. Keeping it in this position uses less energy, which equals lower utility bills. However, there are some situations where it’s better to leave your AC fan on, including if you have allergies or there are lots of people in your home.
A new HVAC unit typically adds about $2,500 to $3,000 to the value of your home or about 5% to 7% of your home’s value. Since a new unit can cost up to or more than $10,000 to install, it’s up to you to decide if the upfront cost is worth the added value. Consult a local AC installer to determine next steps.
There are many recognizable symptoms of AC compressor failure. They include loud banging noises, hot air being continually circulated in your home despite running the AC at full blast, uneven airflow and cooling, and electrical issues like constant surges due to the compressor working overtime. While some of these symptoms, like uneven cooling, can have other root causes, they are common indicators of compressor problems.
The Fulton, MD homeowners’ guide to heating and air conditioning services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
What you’ll pay for furnace repairs depends on many factors, including what parts are malfunctioning, where you live, and even the time of day. Here’s a breakdown of what can go wrong with your furnace and the cost to fix those issues.
If you’re having problems with your air conditioner’s condenser, it may be time for an upgrade. Learn about the cost to replace an AC condenser in this guide.
Exposed ductwork can be a smart choice even beyond aesthetics. Fortunately, exposed ductwork costs are relatively low, and easy access keeps repair costs to a minimum.