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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 - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We called Grove Heating and Cooling and appointment was able to be scheduled for an estimate within a few days. Mr. Kelly came to provide estimate and give recommendations for lower level heating/cooling. Estimate was reasonable. The job was scheduled within one week. Workers arrived on time, were considerate of the newly installed carpet by wearing shoe covers. Worked diligently and completed the job ahead of the estimated time (6 hours instead of 8 hours). Cleaned the work area. Foreman for the job explained what had been done, showed me the completed work. Very professional. Would definitely recommend."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
16 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 have had a service contract with McCrea Heating and Cooling since I purchased my condo unit new 7 1/2 years ago which included 2 maintenance visits a year. My current contract expired yesterday so I called to renew my service contract and upgrade from "Bronze" to "Silver." The representative took my charge card information over the phone. I asked if the contract was in effect as of today. They said "yes." Then I tried to schedule a service call (my unit was serviced a little over a month ago and now the condo wasn't cooling.) I was told then that the Silver Contract would NOT be in effect after all. The difference in price between Bronze and Silver is the cost of a diagnostic visit so they were getting the money one way or another. My long time history with the company did not persuade them to honor the contract I had just paid for. They wanted to charge me $98 to have my problem diagnosed under the Bronze contract that I pointed out was already expired. I was told the representative "misspoke" and should have told me they would have to send out someone to determine whether the furnace they have been maintaining for the past 7 years (with the most recent service call just a month ago) would "qualify" for the Silver plan. So, I cancelled the order for the Silver Plan. I called another company who came out for $30 and determined the problem was a clogged condensation drain. This drain was supposed to have been "blown out" when the regular maintenance was done by McCrea just a month ago, but obviously was not. The water was backed up in the drain pipe and filled the pan under the furnace/AC unit which turned off the AC. Now that everything is working again, I am seeking a different maintenance service plan provider. McCrea has competitive service contract prices, but if they have no customer loyalty, and the maintenance work is not done properly, maybe it's a question of "you get what you pay for.""
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Recommended by87%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 Shady Side, MD 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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+50

Response time10 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Blue Dot
4.1(
354
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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
493 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by69%of homeowners
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3MMECHANICAL
4.9(
34
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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
Avatar for JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
120
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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace

Serving Shady Side, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went good. The mechanic Armando was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions to my satisfaction and was very patient with me. His assistant was also very good and worked behind Armando and kept things clean. Also both Amber and Rianna were very helpful and timely in getting answers for me. When I called JDL they called right back with an answer. The ac system is working good and is a big improvement over my old system."
Navien Tankless 2023
Navien Tankless 2023
Navien Tankless 2023
Navien Tankless 2023
18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

+73

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Hydro Clean
4.6(
566
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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
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
Avatar for Fair Duct Cleaning, LLC
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 FAQs, answered by experts

Yes, ventless portable air conditioners exist, and not all standard portable air conditioners must be vented through a window.

Ventless portable units, often called evaporative coolers, do not have exhaust hoses. They use a water reservoir and a cooling pad to add moisture to the air, making it feel cooler. These units work best in dry climates because humid areas cannot absorb much additional moisture.

For standard portable air conditioners that do require venting, a window is not the only option; they can also be vented through a door, wall, or ceiling. However, it is essential to vent these units properly. Running a standard portable AC without venting it is counterproductive because it needs to expel heat to cool the room. Failing to do so will only increase the room's temperature.

Yes, through thorough cleaning and inspection, optimizing functionality, and reducing energy use.

If there’s a freon leak in your home’s AC unit, it will cause the system to work overtime to cool the house. That issue will result in higher energy bills and it will take much longer for cool air to disperse throughout the home. If your system has a freon leak during the summer, it can make hot days miserable. That’s why it’s important to hire an HVAC professional to resolve a freon leak as quickly as possible.

When faced with HVAC issues, it's best to begin by ensuring the thermostat settings are correct for either heating or cooling. If the system isn't responding, check the thermostat for proper function and power supply. It's also important to examine air filters, as clogged ones can decrease performance. Confirm the power supply to the system by checking the circuit breakers and fuses. If these basic steps fail to resolve the issue, contact an HVAC professional for a more detailed diagnosis and repair.

There are plenty of different not-so-great sounds to hear from your air conditioning unit, like squealing, grinding, water running, excessive gurgling, banging, and clanking. Each of these sounds can indicate a different malfunction with your unit, so it’s important to have a professional assess the problem before it gets worse.

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