Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1975
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"When was all said and done, it looked like they had never been there, except for the new heat pump and air handler."
+15
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1996
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Showed up, tested, diagnosed, filled the system with coolant, pointed out general maintenance issues that had not been addressed like dirty/clogged filters etc. Took credit card for payment. Excellent service! Even managed to send the tech out the day after we reached out to them."
+6
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2022
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The contractors from freedom heating and Air were very fast and efficient with their work. They came in and took a look at what needed to be done. Took about 5 to 10 minutes to go get the equipment they needed and in less than a hour they were done. My wife and I are very pleased with the choice of hiring them to fix a leaky pipe that was leading to our gas furnace and the price for doing the job was well in our budget."
+4
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1975
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They came out in a snow storm earlier to install our generator they didn't want us to be without"
+3
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2025
Small jobs welcome
Credit card accepted
"Excellent customer service and communication."
+4
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1983
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
At Bohannon Electrical, Heating & Air Condition Services, Inc., we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all the work we perform. We are experts and will always keep you educated about the work process. We look forward to earning your business.
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
Approved
Certified hvac technician who is fast and reliable.
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2006
Emergency services offered
"Very thorough. Very professional. Very pleasant. Noticeable difference in air conditioner."
+2
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2025
Free estimates
Credit card accepted
"I had a great experience with Vortex Air. They came to my home and professionally installed a Bosch unit. The entire process was smooth, timely, and handled with a high level of professionalism. They showed up on time, completed the work efficiently, and were very cost-effective compared to other options I looked into. I highly recommend Vortex Air for anyone looking for reliable and professional HVAC services."
Serving Lynchburg, VA and surrounding areas
In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They provided prompt service twice for two apparently unrelated air conditioning problems in a week."
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Because many AC issues present similar symptoms, professional diagnosis is recommended. Problems like inadequate cooling, inconsistent temperatures, or strange noises could indicate expansion valve issues, but might also stem from refrigerant leaks, electrical problems, or airflow restrictions. A qualified HVAC technician has the tools and expertise to accurately identify the root cause and recommend appropriate repairs.
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