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Avatar for Magna Tech Temp Air, LLC
Magna Tech Temp Air, LLC
4.8(
166
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quickly diagnosed the central air conditioning system, and gave an estimate on the cost of recharging the refrigerant in the compressor. The system is a 14 year old Carrier unit. Albert also included some sealant that may plug up the slow leak of refrigerant that occurs every 2 years or so. Albert also, showed me how to adjust the damper to control the flow of air to the second and third floors of the house. The other company that arrived wanted to charge me $5,000 to repair the system or close to $7,000 to replace the AC system with new. I intend to call upon Magna Tech Temp Air, Inc when I'm ready to purchase a new HVAC system. Thanks again for taking the time to listen to my concerns. Well done!!!"
New !6 Seer 3 Ton Air condition
B-Vent
New 80% Gas Furnace Instal
Ashburn Upgrade
Ashburn upgrade

+4

Response time3 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
454
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Air Conditioner service man who is Walter Gil gave excellent service for the Air Condition, He had great rapport with the customer and answer all the questions that I asked. I rated him five stars for his services."
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+6

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of VA
4.6(
373
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"McCrea has been servicing my home unit for 9 years and every service appointment has been timely and informative. Scott has been the technician on-site for this period of time and he is outstanding; knowledgeable, personable, interactive and thorough with his inspections."
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for Dominion Service Heat and Air
Dominion Service Heat and Air
4.1(
183
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Terrone responded immediately to our request for service on Saturday. He came to service our air-conditioner which was working minimally. He did fix it and it gave us relief from the heat. However, we knew that our heat pump/air conditioner was in need of replacement. Terrone talked to us about options, gave us some time to do research on the best choice for our home and came back to do the installation. His pricing was reasonable. He and Caleb worked to removed the old system, install the new system, install our new Smart Thermostat ( I-Comfort) and come back to check on the system and us that everything was working correctly. What makes our experience with Mr. Terrone Street so satisfying, both from a professional standpoint of excellent service but also and equally important from a personal standpoint, is that Mr. Street is is a man of integrity, character and dedication. He is honest and attentive, working always to do his very best for his customer as he would want for himself or his family member. He will do his best for you too, with commitment, capability, positivity and honesty."
Homeowner
new hvac install
A/c unit
furnace
heat pumps

+7

Response time3 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Polar Bear Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
4.4(
237
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Going to take two visits, but that is because they wanted to see if when the unit thawed the fan was still working and save me over $1000. Turns out the fan is shot. So, calling them back, but I know they will be able to fix it. They have done work for me on this unit before. They cannot service all units, as I have a business and they weren't able to fix that one. But, they said that when they got there and looked at it before they spent a lot of time or money on parts, so at least they are honest."
Response time1 day
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Bluestar Air Mechanical for a second opinion after an appointment with Air One. I have a Carrier HVAC system, and the Air One technician recommended a complete system replacement, claiming the blower was bad, the furnace control board needed replacing, and that there were other issues. Since replacing the HVAC is a big investment, I wanted to get a second opinion. It was only after comparing the service from Bluestar that I realized Air One may have been pushing for a new system sale or lacked the expertise to properly diagnose and repair the actual problems. Isaac, the technician from Bluestar, spent about an hour thoroughly diagnosing and fixing the issues. He found burnt wiring in the furnace and discovered that the wrong capacitor had been incorrectly installed in the AC. Isaac replaced the burnt wiring in the furnace and the capacitor in the AC. After these repairs, my Carrier system was back up and running—without the need for a costly replacement. Bluestar, and Isaac in particular, demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and honesty. They focused on resolving the actual issues instead of pushing for an unnecessary system replacement. I highly recommend Bluestar for their reliable service and Isaac’s thorough and knowledgeable work."
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+13

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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ARS of Virginia
4.4(
272
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a good job and eventually found a loose wire that fixed everything... But if the original prices quoted had been paid out I would have been pretty sad with their pricing. However, I only had to to pay out the agreed upon service fee and the well trained technician did an excellent job! The only reason this is not five stars is because they're quoted prices for refrigerant and other possible repairs were very high."
Install of a new A/C system.
278 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.2(
370
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Serving Arlington, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company was prompt, gave us a reasonable price, and the system is working very well. We give them an excellent rating for their service, and would recommend them to anyone who needs HVAC repair or replacement."
Installing a new A/C system.
640 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Arlington, VA

Coils work to absorb heat into the refrigerant that flows through them, moving heat from one location to another. For air conditioning, the evaporator coil inside the air handler in your home absorbs heat. It then transfers the heat outside to the condenser coil, where it releases it. The opposite process happens for heat pumps. When the coils get dusty and dirty, it reduces how well these components work.

Skip regular cleanings, and dirt, debris, and mineral deposits will blanket your evaporator and condenser coils. When that happens, the coils can’t shed heat efficiently, so the system works harder and your energy bill climbs. Over time, overheating strains the compressor and can trigger a full breakdown—an avoidable repair that often costs far more than a simple annual cleaning.

AC coil cleaning is an investment that pays for itself in the benefits it provides. Dust‑caked coils force your AC to run longer, so you spend more on electricity and rack up extra wear. A quick professional cleaning restores efficiency, trims monthly bills, and eases strain on expensive parts. Over the long haul, that small yearly fee delays pricy repairs and stretches the unit’s lifespan, making coil cleaning one of the smartest HVAC tune‑ups you can schedule.

Watch for higher electric bills, rooms that stay warm no matter how low you set the thermostat, or an AC system that runs nonstop. Extra humidity and frost on the coils are also red flags. Catching these clues early lets you schedule a quick cleaning before the system overworks itself and triggers an expensive breakdown.

Your AC cleaning technician starts by shutting off the power to the unit and removing the faceplate. Compressed air and a vacuum hose blast away loose debris, followed by a coil-safe, no-rinse cleaner that dissolves stubborn grime. After the solution has soaked in, the professional wipes the fins, reassembles the housing, and restores power, leaving the system ready to cool at peak efficiency.

The Arlington, VA homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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