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Avatar for Sync Mechanical, Inc.
Sync Mechanical, Inc.
5.0(
20
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hands down recommend Sync Mechanical! They were able to repair my central air unit when 3 other companies told me the only option was to replace the entire system. They showed up time and were affordable. Saved me at least $3,000 by repairing the unit. I will definitely use them for all my heating and cooling needs. Thank you guys so much!"
Heating and air conditioning equipment replacement
Heating and air conditioning equipment replacement
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+5

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Hudson Valley HVAC
4.7(
66
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I wish all businesses were as personable and professional as Hudson Valley HVAC. They have come through for me every time we have ever needed service in our heating or plumbing system. I highly recommend them to anyone who ever needs Air Conditioning, Heating, Plumbing or Water Systems services."
Delarm Install
Ceiling register
Condensing unit
Condensing boiler installation
Condensing boiler installation

+5

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was a superb experience. From the visit by Bruce the sales representative to the installation day to the follow-up from Petro, every single person we interacted with was helpful and professional. When Bruce arrived to do the assessment, we spent time going over the heating needs in the house. After a thorough inspection and measurement of the house, we sat down. He showed me a few options, all of which were going to provide good service. I ordered a unit at the end of that meeting. The installation day was just terrific- the entire work crew that showed up were everything I would hope to find: Upbeat, informative, hard-working, focused. The job was finished before end of day as promised. The heater room is now immaculate, with new piping and a new heater. It was like watching a pit crew at a NASCAR race. Everyone had their tasks, they moved carefully but quickly. The materials were all laid out in order, etc. Just a totally professional approach to their work. The crew boss answered any questions I had. The follow-up for a normal inspection of the furnace chimney was scheduled the day after the installation. I’ve gotten calls to insure we are satisfied with the work. Satisfied barely covers it- I am pleased to write this kind of review. Without hesitation I will recommend Petro to friends and family throughout the Philly area. Peter A. Elkins Park"
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Response time6 days
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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D Rohde Home Services
4.6(
470
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Dan and his team from D Rohde are great. Easy to deal with and they know their stuff. Prices are fair. Emergency service available. Repair team can fix any problem and are always professional."
Mitsubishi Hyper heat (Low Temp) Multi Head Heat Pump
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Mitsubishi Mini Split
Mitsubishi Mini Split
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+22

Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Parker Plumbing & Electric
4.9(
38
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Responded almost immediately and came over less than 2 hours after getting back to me. Diagnosed the issues very quickly and made repairs. Scheduled another project for next week. Reasonably priced. Very professional and personable."
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Bases Covered Mechanical
4.6(
37
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"The service person helped me communicate with the vendor and got me a discount on a new appliance, even after he recommended not fixing the old one."
Response time6 hrs
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Polar Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning
Polar Plumbing, Heating, & Air Conditioning
4.7(
129
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I received service in January 2021 for a problem I was having with my hot water heating system. Problems were solved after replacing some components and I was not happy with the overall outcome of the way the repairs went. I paid for the service and everything was working but I felt like I had been given a wrong diagnosis based on details I will not get into. As a result, I gave an unfavorable rating grade. Recently I was contacted by one of the owners to discuss my experience. Ray and I had a long conversation and came to a reconsideration of the bill I paid. Ray has always been extremely pleasant to converse with and at the conclusion offered to refund the complete charges for the services in question. I never felt like I was taken advantage of, but was not comfortable with the process of the diagnosis and the resulting charges. I was left wondering whether other options, or tests should have been considered but I did not want to seem like I was questioning the technician opinions or skills. I new his skills were on an expert level but that does not necessarily mean that an error could not occur. At any rate I am going to try to remove my original rating and wholeheartedly give 5 stars across the board for Polar heating and plumbing. The fact that I was contacted to discuss my concerns and given a refund when I was not even anticipating this is a testament in itself that they are truly concerned with their customers opinions and ultimately the outcome and status of their work. I will continue to consider them with any needs I have in the future and am removing my earlier rating for them. Businesses that go to this level of customer care are, in my opinion, few and far between. Thanks Ray and all your staff for making me feel much better about the experience I had. I look forward to working with you in the future and I will highly recommend your business to anyone I can."
Jared and Our New Polar Partner
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BEFORE - Leaking Under the Sink
AFTER - Fixed by your Polar Professionals
Indoor Face Unit 2

+8

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
301 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Gold Medal Service, LLC (NY)
3.7(
417
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Serving Chester, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My central air quit during a nasty heat wave and they responded quicklyâ within a few hours a technician arrived that evening, followed shortly by the salesman when I decided to replace instead of repair. The job was scheduled for the very next morning! The installers were on time, friendly and cleaned up the areas. Everyone I dealt with was knowledgeable and professional. Interest-free financing was a huge selling point. Very good experience!."
HVAC Tech with Furnace
Outdoor HVAC system
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126 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Chester, NY

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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