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Russell's American Mechanical
4.7(
1,070
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The appointment today was to perform a generator repair. American Mechanical was able to fit us in while on the premises to perform the annual maintenance so we did not have to schedule a separate follow-up time. Repair technical was courteous and efficient. Great service."
90 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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M&J Services
4.8(
76
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called them to replace my HVAC system a couple of years ago. They were great & price was reasonable. They have been servicing it Spring & Fall since & are always professional & reliable. I highly recommend this co."
Response time2 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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RS Andrews of Tidewater
4.2(
208
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Technician & Comfort Advisor were both very professional and courteous... Initial Technician (Nathan Reedy) was very knowledgeable in diagnosing the problem... And then suggested system replacement due to cost of repair, age of system, & availability of future parts... Opted for system replacement, over repair... Comfort Advisor (Joseph Kansco) was also knowledgeable, as well... And guided us through the process of selecting a quality/best value system that best fit our needs... While, at a week in, I am well satisfied w/ the product & the quality of work, I did not provide a "5-Star" rating because, both the pricing of the repair & the pricing of the system replacement seem a bit high... Even w/ discounts applied, replacement cost was still on the "high-end"..."
New System Installation
927 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Russell's & American Mechanical
4.3(
160
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

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They installed my air conditioning/furnace. For some reason, one year and one month after they installed it, I had parts going bad in it. It is a major brand, a Carrier unit, so I don't know why I would have had parts fail in such a short period of time. I had no heat during the snowstorm. It may have just been a fluke. 

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Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Mike's Painting & Pressure Washing
4.7(
28
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Mike and Crystal were very professional from the first phone contact through the completion of the work. They showed up on time, their work was neat and they worked very efficiently. My windows were in pretty bad shape. They really took their time and prepped them very well which showed in the finished product. When asked to redo or touch up anything it was done without question. In the end we received a very good paint job on a timely basis and at a competitive price. I have already recommended Mike's Painting to others in my neighborhood and would use him again for future painting needs.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Choice Home Warranty
4.0(
5,676
)

Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"CHW was very responsive to our urgent need! We filed a claim the evening prior when we notices our A/C was blowing warm air into the rooms. Then by 8AM the next day, we had a call from the service technician saying he was on his way to address the issue! CHW worked with the technician to find out the compressor was the culprit and approved it's repair! Great customer service for a family in need during the hot south central Texas summer!"
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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J & N Heating and Cooling LLP
5.0(
4
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2023

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

We are licensed and insured in the state of North Carolina for residential and light commercial HVAC. We are available for maintenance, repair, new construction & replacement needs. \n\nWe pride our company on reliability, great communication,\nintegrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

Response time1 day
Recommended by75%of homeowners
Harco Air, LLC
4.9(
7
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Serving Elizabeth City, NC and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We are dedicated to providing our clients with the very best in service, installation, and repair for your heating and cooling needs. We are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity. We specialize in central A/C and cooling systems as well as heating and furnace systems. We take pride in the quality of our work and our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction.

Response time7 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Elizabeth City, 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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