Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Installed range hood vent on roof. Total time was less than two hours and they cleaned up in kitchen where they went through ceiling. Very personable, professional, and efficient. Will definitely keep them in mind in the future. Very pleased!!"
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Pulled up carpet in a bedroom & cleaned all the mess!! Carried a loveseat to the basement & recliner to the garage!! Great job!! We are pleased & will have him back for more work!!"
+4
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"He has completed a number of jobs at my home. Gutter cleaning was just one of them. He has worked on my awning and secured places where there was open access to birds. Inside he has repaired doors, lighting fixture and the bath tub. Upon completion pictures are shared of work without easy access. I have been pleased with all the improvements. He is professional, knowledgable, prompt and courteous. Will not hesitate to use his services again."
+1
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
Small jobs welcome
We have 20 plus years in the HVAC/R field. I have serviced all brands of furnaces and cooling units. Commercial and Residential. Veteran and family owned.
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
Approved
At NxtDoor Heating & Cooling, we’re your local go-to for fast and dependable HVAC service. Whether it’s fixing a unit, routine maintenance, or a full install
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2001
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
"Abbott heating and cooling was awesome. Did a great job recommending a new furnace to match the output of the old one. He was also quite a bit cheaper than the other quotes I received. I would definitely recommend them to anyone."
+12
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2019
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Ok. I was told two guys were coming. Only one came. He told me he had never installed a Wyze thermostat before. I was A bit concerned. He ended up figuring it out. Nice guy. Would have preferred to have someone who had done this before, especially if they were the only one coming. It worked out ok."
+14
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2001
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"She was excellent, efficient, friendly and well mannered. Excellent worker. We would highly recommend the company and her."
+7
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"Mr. Ferrell worked with my husband over the phone to fix the problem. It was surprisingly fast and stress-free. To have the work done remotely in less than an hour was wonderful."
Serving Hermitage, PA and surrounding areas
In business since 2012
Emergency services offered
Credit card accepted
"It was excellent. They've got excellent service. They were very professional. They answered all of the questions we had."
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