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Avatar for Grove Heating and Cooling Inc
Grove Heating and Cooling Inc
4.7(
153
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+1 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a new customer, I was surprised and pleased that the service could be performed on the same day I made the request. Mike was very thorough and professional, and provided a clear explanation of our system and new wi-fi thermostats. Everything was done efficiently - I am looking forward to having Grove maintain our system on our annual maintenance plan."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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 Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't be happier with the service I received from McCrea Heating and Air Conditioning Services of Maryland. Upon returning from vacation on a 100 degree July day, I found my old HVAC system basically dead (90 degrees in my kitchen!) ... Shane immediately came out to provide an estimate, we signed a contract on the spot, and he kindly provided some freon to hold me over until the new system could be installed. Brian and Nick showed up exactly on time to install the unit, used drop cloths to protect my flooring, and were exceedingly polite and professional throughout. I'd highly recommend this organization."
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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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The Best Air Quality and Restoration
4.8(
236
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

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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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+50

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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ARS of Maryland
4.1(
179
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Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Install

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The sales rep was very attentive when coming over and designing a solution to our heat and air needs. We were able to get a large team of workers here and knocked out an entire house install in one day. Some trash and miscellaneous items were left in our yard. When we needed additional items from the sales rep he will respond back saying he will take care of it but still has not. I have brought this up to him over 4 times and I still get nothing. The price seemed pretty high, and we had to shop the price around some but the company came with good financing options and some guarantees that others could not. The mini-split units work great."
New System Installation
307 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Hydro Clean
4.6(
565
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The 2 techs first showed up after my dryer had died and cleaned the vents (inside - out and also from outside-in) as much as they could but said they needed me to have an operating dryer so that they could make sure everything was pushed out the side vent and airflow was good. They were very knowledgeable and honest which I appreciate when hiring any company without a first hand recommendation from my own friends/relatives first. They rescheduled a follow up appointment after my new dryer was delivered and were here the same morning and finished the cleaning and confirmed that everything was cleaned and working as it should now. I'll definitely hire them again next year and try to keep up an annual cleaning so it doesn't get so clogged next time. Highly recommended."
"We are very pleased with the job Dave did for us today. He was prompt and very courteous and did a professional job cleaning our carpets. Thank you for keeping the planned schedule as promised. We will recommend your company to our family and friends.

Stan"
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+18

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Blue Dot
4.1(
352
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Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Install

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I just had my semi-annual maintenance of my heating/AC system and dehumidifier done by DwIght. He did an excellent job and answered all my questions. The system is one year old and everything works well. The Blue Dot installers did a fine job last year."
System Installation
544 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by70%of homeowners
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3MMECHANICAL
4.9(
32
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Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Service or Repair - For Business

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I have two mini split systems in my house and one is completely nonfunctional the other was partially functional. Michael was prompt and had both problems diagnosed in minutes. The main system he fixed in a matter of minutes the second smaller system was actually a manufacturer defect that he found thank goodness. We are just waiting for a new part order to complete the job I am 100% satisfied with his work so far. Will update on completion but the interaction was professional and I already plan to use him on my next project."
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+8

Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Fair Duct Cleaning, LLC
4.0(
84
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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"These guys were fantastic! Rony and Luz were a great team and were very thorough in cleaning my ducts. They showed me before and after pictures of my ducts and wow what a difference! They were able to walk me through the whole process and show me exactly what they were doing, and answered any questions I had. I can tell that there is better air quality in my house and the air is blowing stronger out of the vents. I have already recommended Fair Duct and the Rony/ Luz team to friends and family."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

No, it isn’t necessarily bad to turn your AC on and off frequently—contrary to popular belief. Even if you stop and start your AC throughout the day, it won’t use as much energy as it would if you ran it nonstop. 

If you’re concerned about your power consumption and energy costs, there are a few simple ways to use your AC more efficiently. Regularly cleaning the filters, scheduling routine maintenance, and using a programmable thermostat are all great choices.

Most HVAC companies recommend against setting your AC below 70 as it could freeze up the system and cause more problems. Regardless of how hot it is outside, there is generally a 20 degree difference between the outside and inside temperatures, so even if it’s 100 degrees outside, your AC will likely not be able to cool your home to 70 degrees.

You should use a breathable, weather-resistant cover with ventilation. It can be a top cover or a full cover that has mesh to allow airflow. A full, non-breathable cover can cause moisture to build up, leading to rust, frozen parts, and corrosion. A full cover also attracts unwanted critters, such as mice, that can damage the wiring and your unit. If you need to protect your AC unit from falling icicles, choose a sturdy top cover or piece of wood that prevents icicles from damaging your unit.

Yes. It's not just AC filters that get dirty. Ducts can accumulate dust and dirt quickly. Insects and animals can also get into duct systems, creating many problems. Dirt build-up and unwanted guests can constrict the airflow and cause rooms not to cool evenly. You might also see higher energy bills because they're not working as efficiently.

A dirty air conditioning coil can cause your unit to work overtime, leading to reduced efficiency, higher energy use, more wear and tear, and possible ice buildup. If the coils corrode, refrigerant can leak, causing damage, possible mold growth, and an expensive repair bill. By cleaning your AC coils once a year, you’ll have a more efficient unit that’s likely to last longer.

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