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Top-Rated Central a/c installers in Chevy Chase - Updated Nov 2026

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GAC Services
4.7(
295
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’m back again to write another stellar review for GAC. Last year they replaced our HVAC system; this year we circled back and had them install a home generator. This was a long and drawn out process due to the various approvals needed from Montgomery County as well as coordination with Washington Gas (which ended up not just being a simple sign off but necessitating an additional, expensive upgrade to the gas line from the street to our home). Nevertheless, GAC did a fantastic job shepherding this process over the 6+ months of waiting on stakeholders, and they were also maximally accommodating to our family’s significant constraints on time and availability (due to health concerns related to a medically fragile family member). A special kudos to Sandy M, GAC’s master electrician, who took it on personally to ensure we were taken care of all throughout this process, going above and beyond with phone calls, text messages, personal visits, etc. on behalf of my family, I want to thank GAC and am giving top marks across the board for this effort which was complex , lengthy, and ultimately successful."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
32
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny treated me like an old friend with helpful and timely service. It was refreshing. He inspected the unit, found a failed capacitor caused by an add-on Michael and Sons installed last inspection. Danny replaced the failed part, removed the add-on, and I was back in business in less than 30 minutes. I have a new HVAC provider!"
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+13

Response time3 hrs
Response rate100%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCarthy Services
4.2(
370
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Everything went well with McCarthy Services. Everyone was pleasant to work with. There was one glitch with the installation that wasn?t noticed righr away, but the installer returned promptly and solved the problem."
Installing a new A/C system.
67 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Heil Plumbing & Hvac
4.9(
252
)
Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our office needed a replacement water heater installed. Heil was very responsive to my multiple emails and calls. We did have to pay an additional fee of $250 to expedite the replacement due to the water heater not being currently available in their personal inventory. So far, we are pleased with the replacement. The price paid was almost a third of what other companies estimated."
Response time9 hrs
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.4(
1,786
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD 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
Response rate100%
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Buric Heating and Air Conditioning
4.7(
20
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Buric (on advice of friend/neighbor) when A/C wasn't working and I asked what to expect in their charges. The guy on the phone told me they charge a flat $95 (or $99?) for driving out here. So I asked if they charge by the hour or half hour. No, he said, by the job. He couldn't give me an estimate because he didn't know what was wrong. So, a technician came out and diagnosed my unit (which blew air but didn't get cold) as old & dead and needing replacement. So, in my mind, there was really there was no job outside of replacement. In their mind, they did a job by taking 10 minutes to look at the unit and tell me there was nothing to be done for it. So, instead of charging me $99 for coming out, they charged me $230 for coming out AND telling me the unit couldn't be fixed. That irritated me. Then I asked for a bid for new system. The guy went out and talked on the phone to his boss and come back with a written bid. I later compared it with my second bid from another co. Buric's bid was higher than the company I selected, but not enough to sway me if I had liked their way of doing business. However, the previous (over)charge, which was not explained by the guy I spoke to when I first called, left such a bad taste in my mouth I couldn't go with them. So that extra $130 they made cost them around $5000. I hope it was worth it to them. BTW, if I had gone with them, they would have subtracted the $230 from the bid, but I just couldn't get past it. So, I am not saying anything about the quality of their work--it may be just fine, but I don't like the way they did business."
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+7

Response time8 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of MD
4.5(
318
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We had them Replaced furnace and air conditioning unit. It was installed about a year ago but they came out for a regular service about a month ago. the service was free, part of the contract. I have no complaints, it was all good. They were responsive. they were punctual. I have no problems, it was a good deal when I bought it, it's a good deal now. I don't have any issues with how the service went. i bought it through them and I have no regrets and everything was the same as I felt when I bought it. It was a good deal, I made the right choice. Anytime you buy a major system and it doesn't go right you have a problem. I'm a happy camper.1 worker took less than an hour to complete."
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6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Pipeworks Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.8(
622
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I hired "PipeWorks" to install a water heater . Their price was reasonable, their response was quick, they worked with my schedule! The installation was completed timely, efficiently , and expert professionalism I would highly recommend them to anyone with confidence."
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+66

Response time2 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Beacon Home Services, Inc.
4.6(
2,061
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are really impressed with Beacon’s overall delivery of services. Quick response, timely and helpful customer service, good professionalism from the technicians. You know exactly what you’re going to get - skilled craftsmen who are on time, articulate the job well and get the work done correctly. While the service is a bit pricy and I would really like to see estimates presented with a by line item breakdown in the estimate, I understand those concerns are mitigated by the quality of craftsmanship and the excellent warranty period on installation/labor. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with our electricians and plumber when we had the dubious honor of needing an electrical panel and water heater replaced over the course of a weekend. Beacon is awesome. 12/10 recommend."
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Carroll Mechanical, Inc.
4.7(
25
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Central A/C - Install

Serving Chevy Chase, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I got quotes from a few different contractors. Carroll Mechanical’s was very competitive. It was the best value so I decided to go with them. The installers were prompt and did a fantastic job. The new system works great and they walked me through everything before they left. I have an ongoing maintenance so I know they will continue taking care of the new unit and making sure it works well. Overall, very happy with my choice."
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Response time10 hrs
271 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by14%of homeowners
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