Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2024
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"David was extremely thorough, knowledgeable, quick and efficient in installing central air in my home. He was very helpful in explaining the process than the unit information. I will only work with him on all my future needs!"
+8
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1945
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Correctly diagnosed and fixed a problem that other HVAC comps you couldn’t find."
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1903
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"The cost was part of a contract. The first time they gave me a window and the window went by that."
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2018
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Went very well, considering I needed my furnance fixed on a Sunday. I was able to call up at 7am and the tech was out to my house later that morning. Juan did a great job, fixed the problem and explained to me what he did. I would hire this company and ask for Juan if you have any HVAC needs."
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"David from Cool Heat Mechanical was very professional. He explained what type of furnace would be recommended and allow us to make our decision. He guided us through the process and when the workers showed up they were professional, show up untime and leave the location clean . My furnace is looking amazing.Thank you 🙏🏾 Highly recommended."
+3
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1989
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Job had to be postponed twice due to constrains in the company. Once the job got done, things seem to be ok,"
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Hang 7 or 8 items on the walls"
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2008
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"It got done, unfortunately required a full system replacement."
+22
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1989
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We had a split air conditioning system installed. Everyone was very professional and they were very careful to clean up everything. We will definitely call them again to replace a 40 year old boiler."
+29
Serving West Suffield, CT and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Prompt response, appointment and service! Showed up on time and was polite and professional. Quality work and cleaned up the work area after the repair! A++"
+232
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