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McCarthy Services
4.2(
370
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired them to diagnose water heater issues. The first tech sent missed an electrical issue and I ended up replacing the heater. The cost to do that on a weekend as an emergency service was not bad. When the replaced water heater still had issues, they dispatched another tech at no additional charge, found the root of the problem, and I was able to get that repaired. I called their office with concerns about the necessity of replacing the heater and they actively worked to address the issue to my satisfaction. I have engaged them for maintenance services for the next two years. I would recommend them, and suggest that you review what was done during any diagnostic service to see if you agree it makes sense before proceeding."
Installing a new A/C system.
463 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Blue Dot
4.1(
347
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SALES MEN TOTALLY AND COMPLETLY EXPLAINED EVERYTHNG & ANSWERED ALL QUESTONS. ALL WERE ON TIME ALL 10 DAYS, VERY POLITE. SUPERVISOR KEPT ME INFORMED EVERY STEP OF THE WAY. VERY MUCH APPREICATED. CLEANED UP AFTER EVERYDAY,. EXCELLENT WOULD GIVE THEM 10 STARS IF I COULD. GREAT COMPANY. THEY ALWAYS CHECKED TO BE SURE SUBCONTRACTORS WORK WAS SUPERIOR & DONE CORRECT. THANK YOU TO ALL WHO WORKED ON MY LARGE PROJECT. MRS. L INSUTALED TWO CENTRAL AC/HEAT SYSTEMS. AND ALL THE DUCK WORK."
System Installation
374 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It went very well. They did a good job. The cost was over $400. I don't know whether or not that's too high or not. I seldom have plumbers in so I can't say the cost was high, although I was surprised it was $400, but that could be the going rate. He seemed very agreeable and very happy. I needed something and he was happy to get it. He was very knowledgeable and helpful in that regard. As for the quality of their service, so far so good. Everything went okay. It stopped leaking."
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Response time6 days
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of MD
4.5(
318
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found this firm on AL and based on the ratings, I hired them to do an annual service check-up on my heat pump. The technician arrived promptly on the date and time we set up. He was thorough, knowledgeable, friendly and professional. I asked him to clean a dusty wall grate and he did it without complaint or additional charge. And $69.95 is more than reasonable for this work. I will definitely use McCrea to service my heat pump from now on."
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12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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ARS of Maryland
4.1(
176
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1945

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brandon Brock arrived at my home this evening. He is very relatable with a keen sense of professionalism for the services he provide. I now understand how to properly clean my air filter and operate my nest thermostat. I still operate sort of old school but he encouraged me to utilized the nest app to help manage the temperature of my home. Most people use jargons, or acronym when explaining techniques, but Brandon was very patient with me and did not mind explaining anything more than once. It was a pleasure to meet him and started my weekend off in a good way."
New System Installation
1102 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning Inc
4.0(
21
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Whether you need a repair, preventive maintenance, or replacement, we are your plumbing, heating, and air conditioning service provider in the northern Virginia and surrounding areas. We invite you to give us a call!

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by63%of homeowners
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ABS Unlimited Auto Repair
4.8(
77
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They're actually quite good. They're not the cheapest. It's a family-owned business and I believe it was the daughter who assisted me on that evening and while my car was being worked on, she actually drove me to the mall so that my daughter and I could shop while my car was being repaired and that's why I say the service is excellent. This was my first experience with them."
Owner with Daughter
The Team
Tim and Betsy Briggs
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+5

Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Valpo Services
4.7(
23
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"as convenient for me.  I have a maintenance contract with Valpo and the service was free, as part of the contract.  Also part of the contract is a discount on other  services, like when my heat went out last winter.  They came on short notice and fixed my heat when it was really cold outside.  The receptionist is very organized.  She was the one who called me to remind me that my service was due and then she scheduled it at my convenience.
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Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Lisa's Elite Sedans LLC
4.9(
172
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Chesapeake Beach, MD and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"The driver arrived in a large SUV (though we had discussed a sedan) because he thought we would be more comfortable in a larger car.  He was polite and professional and helpful.  The ride was nice and quick - and we arrived at Dulles without any problems.
I will definitely use the service again and would recommend to others.
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+2

Recommended by97%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Chesapeake Beach, MD

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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