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Duggins Heating And Cooling
4.7(
23
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company is fantastic. I have used them for the past 7 years since relocating to North Carolina and they have always completed the work in a timely, cost effective manner. We have had the privilege of working with the same Service Tech. (David) that entire time. In my experience as a homeowner (35+ years) that is unheard of. David is on time for appointments (or calls is running late or early), quickly responds to emergency heating/cooling situations, and looks for repair solutions that will take care of the issue for the least possible cost. It is reassuring to "know" your tech. and have a good feeling about the job he is doing. We also have an annual service agreement with Duggins. We have two furnaces (one electric and one gas) and two a/c systems. Their annual service fee, in my opinion, is very reasonable. He spends whatever time necessary to do the job right. Our home was new construction and in the first couple of years we had a major repair to the system. Duggins did not do the original install but reached out to the manufacturer to make sure that the warranty work was covered. This may not seem like a big deal, but I was not aware the unit was still under warranty, and would have paid for everything - I do not believe all companies would even check about the warranty. I have no reservations recommending Duggins based on 7+ years personal experience with them!"
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Boyd's Heating And Cooling LLC
4.9(
16
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Carl was responsive, friendly, knowledgeable, and honest! I was able to get a same-day AC repair, and he provided 3 options and explained each of them thoroughly. He was truthful and not willing to quickly offer the most expensive repair, which my family appreciates given we have been serviced by several other companies in the past. I am pleased with the service and highly recommend Boyd's!"
Ac Maintenance
Response time3 hrs
Response rate92%
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Shamrock Heating and Air
4.1(
239
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was blown away by my experience with Shamrock. 2 other companies told me I needed a new unit and that my 6 yr old unit was basically junk. Shamrock found the small hole instantly ( others did not even check for it), showed me exactly what was wrong and what would fix it, came the following morning and repaired my unit for a fraction of what it would've cost me anywhere else. My AC has been running perfectly ever since. Will and Bobby were nothing short of professional, caring and efficient. I highly recommend their services and can't thank them enough for their honesty and expertise!"
Repair
Response time4 hrs
158 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Call Dad, LLC
3.9(
32
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Serving Burlington, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician was thorough and completed the repair in a timely manner. The entire process from start to finish was addressed professionally."
AC Unit
Air Handler/Furnace
Response time3 hrs
263 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by27%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Burlington, NC

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.

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