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Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning

Appliance (Major Electric Appliance) - Install or Replace, Fridge, Freezer or Ice Maker Repair or Service, Electrical for Home Addition or Remodel - Install,

About us

Automatic Climate has serviced Richmond, Virginia and the surrounding areas since 1983. Honesty, integrity, pride in workmanship and customer satisfaction are the hallmark principles that drive our company. Alan Purser, Sr. is a classic American success story. He started with a dream, a strong work ethic and a pickup truck. Coupled with a comprehensive skill set, he has grown his company into one of Richmond's finest full service heating and air conditioning businesses. Alan's wife Olive manages the office and son Alan Jr., heads the Sales Department. As a family owned corporation, there is more than just the company reputation involved in every transaction. All NATE certified service personnel are continually trained to keep current in new products and changing technologies. Automatic Climate is also an independent YORK dealer. As with all service companies, "word of mouth" advertising is the mainstay of our growth and keeps us rooted in the community. Together with our customers, we have created a unique team. We would be proud to have you join us. Additional email - service@automaticclimate.com.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
43 years of experience

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
4.8786 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
90%
4
6%
3
3%
2
1%
1
1%
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Sam T.
Dec 2020
2.0
$14,000
Replaced heating and cooling system

Martha Y.
Sep 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
this company has never disappointed me and the technician who comes to service and check out my heat and air conditioning is always on point. Always A+++++.

David H.
Jul 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They are excellent and are very professional. I would highly recommend them.

Anne F.
Jun 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$99
The tech showed up on time, went right to work, answered my questions while he was servicing my unit. He was on time, very polite and friendly.

Charlie P.
May 2020
1.0
$5,000
Automatic Climate replaced the HVAC system in my home. I have a twin heat pump system. One system leaks, it needs to be refilled with refrigerant twice a year. Automatic climate tried to repair the system once then refused to attempt a second time because "we didn't make anything on that job to begin with". I drafted a suit and they showed up. I spoke with Alan Purser and agreed to drop the suit if they fixed the system. They came out and ran a new high side line down the side of my home attempting to secure it with metal clips which would have left rust stains a few years down the road. Fortunately I caught them and sent one of their crew to Home Depot for plastic clips. This spring I managed to get hold of some R-410-A so I decided to just charge the system myself rather than fight with Alan about it. When I went to refill the system I discovered his folks had put locks on the system. I called and asked to have them removed and was told they'd send someone out. It didn't happen. I called back and was told the dispatcher forgot to send someone, but someone would be out today. Hours later I was told Alan the owner had cancelled the appointment. Needless to say this guy is a nightmare.

Janis T.
Apr 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,700
Technician came out a few days before the job to assess what was needed. Two days later two technicians came and removed the old system and installed in the new one. Job took about 7 hours. They were neat, efficient and very professional. We have had out annual maintenance agreement with them for the last 5 years. I would definitely recommend them!

Janice K.
Feb 2020
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
They arrived on time, and completed the replacement in an efficient and professional manner.

Vivian J.
Dec 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Wonderful, great pricing, quick response

Frances B.
Sep 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Excellent! Job was completed on time and in a timely manner and the details of the job were explained with detail and I was totally satisfied.

Janice K.
Aug 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Michael and Chris did a comprehensive inspection and estimate. It was complicated because they had to increase the airflow and they had to figure out a way to add supply vent. The possible solutions were thoroughly explained beforehand. It took longer than they expected for the install because they tried to minimize the aesthetic impact when installing a new vent. They also had to find a way to get the inside unit into the crawlspace without digging up the well wall. They did a great job and did not charge more than the contract estimate even though it took more time, manpower and equipment than the calculated for the estimate. The crew members were all courteous, knowledgeable and efficient - exceedingly professional. They cleaned up completely when they were done including removal of the old system. Would definitely use Automatic Climate again.

David E.
Jul 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Comprehensive inspection and estimate before work; all thoroughly explained beforehand. Crew of 6 all exceedingly courteous, professional, knowledgeable and efficient. Very neat, complete clean-up including removal of old systems. Works like a charm; vast improvement over old systems. Would definitely use again.

Robert W.
Jul 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
A.C showed up on time and did the work as promised. It's not a lot ot comment on when the expectations are met. A.C did great job and this was a check up on the my home A/C unit, which I do yearly.

David E.
Jun 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$900
Zach did excellent job checking, maintaining, diagnosing, repairing 3 HVAC systems. Very thorough, as well as knowledgeable, courteous, professional, courteous, neat (always wore shoe covers in house). Charged refrigerant, replaced capacitor.

Robert W.
Feb 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,500
The sales associate was on time, install techs were on time and everything went great. I would highly recommend this company to anyone. I have no experience with their service dept since nothing has gone wrong in the last 4 months. The did say I would not save money since my previous heat pump had a higher SEER rating than what I purchased but here they were wrong, I am saving money since the system works so well and it's quiet which my neighbor appreciates. They explained everything and did file manufacturers paper work. My best experience ever with a HVAC company

John D.
Feb 2019
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Alan Jr at Automatic Climate was very easy to work with and provided a fair price for a new system install at our house. The installation crew were friendly, hard working and kept the workspace clean and neat. But the best part was the follow up after to ensure the system was operating at peak performance! Great job guys!

Kyle R.
Jan 2019
3.0
$759
The guy was very professional but the price was outrageous. I had to pay because I didn’t have any heat and I feel the capitalize on that fact. I would never use them again
Response from Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning
"Automatic Climate is a company of integrity and does not raise prices due to seasons or temperatures. To the contrary we give discounts if our work load is low; to the point of being unprofitable, in an effort to keep the employees working."

Christian B.
Dec 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$55
I did some self repairs to a sink and toilet and manged to have a leak in both so I called automatic to inspect both. By the time the service arrived, both issues seemed to have resolved themselves. The technician still took the time to review both areas, ensure everything was functioning properly, tighten up a few items and double check there were no other issues. In the end he felt it was fair to only charge the assessment fee since there really was no work to be performed. That type of honesty is why I have used automatic repeatedly and will continue to use them in the future. Definitely recommend.

Francis T.
Nov 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$110
Technician was scheduled next morning to arrive (would have been same day but I wasn’t available). They showed up promptly and were very professional. They answered all of my questions which I had a lot and got the heat back up and running quickly. Blown fuse and wires needed adjusting. Plus he helped with checking out the system closely. Was really great and will definitely call them first for maintenance and future repair.

Michael W.
Oct 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Upon experiencing deficiencies in the cooling of my home over the summer, I had my heat pump inspected by a local HVAC service. They were contracted through my home warranty plan and I do not recall the company name. I was told that the system had just become "too old" and was not repairable. I began the process of soliciting quotes for replacement. I called a local "big" company who I won't name, but is well known through their TV advertising and locally flavored name. They sent out a representative who briefly opened the door to my crawlspace, then viewed and photographed my air handler without stepping inside. From this I received a quote for a brand new heat pump system. Two days later I called Automatic Climate Control to ask for a quote for comparison. Michael Snipes came out the next day, opened the door to the crawlspace and immediately saw a section of ductwork collapsed on the ground and broken open. He then entered the crawlspace and spent about 20-30 minutes evaluating the situation. He provided me with quotes to replace the system, but not before explaining to me that much of my cooling problems were due to the collapsed and open duct work. Inside that ductwork was considerable mold and other biohazards, which he had photographed and showed me. He suggested to me that I open a service request to have the system looked at again, even if I chose to have another company do this, before I decide to replace it. I did make a call for service that afternoon, and I requested Automatic Climate Control through my home warranty contract. Their technician came out the next day, found the duct work broken in three places and losing 80% of the conditioned air into the crawlspace. He also found that the blower motor was faulty and needed replacement. I had Automatic Climate Control replace the blower motor which was covered under warranty. I also had them replace the main trunk of duct work which had collapsed and was biologically contaminated, and clean my remaining duct work. This was all done promptly in a single day. I am happy to say that my home is cooler and cleaner smelling than it has been in years, thanks to Michael and ACC. They chose to do right by me and not just offer to replace a system at considerable cost, which I didn't need. I will look to them for all of my service needs in the future, and when it comes time to actually replace my aging heat pump, Automatic Climate Control will be doing the installation. They saved this customer thousands of dollars instead of selfishly lining their own pockets. Thank you so much!

Wayne C.
Oct 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Great service.

BARBARA G.
Oct 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$39
Joe ( Automatic Climate Systems) provided excellent service on my heating/cooling system. He was very thorough and offered suggestions without pressuring to buy. The cost was more than reasonable and my appointment was scheduled promptly. Very satisfied with this experience.

Mary K.
Oct 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$175
The technician called because he was running early which was perfect for my situation. He was professional, neat, and efficient.

SHAKISHA S.
Sep 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
My A/C stop working, and Automatic Climate came out and diagnosed the problem and gave a quote on a couple of options I can choose from, and what payment options they have. The tech was very knowledgeable and professional.

Leslie M.
Sep 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$100
They are wonderful polite professional...I give them A+ Never had better service he took time to make sure my system was serviced!

George M.
Aug 2018
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Most thorough tech I have ever had
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FAQ

Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning is currently rated 4.8 overall out of 5.

Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard

No, Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning does not offer free project estimates.

No, Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.

Yes, Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning offers emergency services.

No, Automatic Climate Heating & Air Conditioning does not offer warranties.