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Avatar for Scotti Mechanical Services
Scotti Mechanical Services
4.7(
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Scott was wonderful to work with. He first tried to give me a self fix over the phone to same me a maintenance call. This did not work so I called Scott back to schedule an appointment. Scott came out the following morning and identified the issue was more complex after his own inspection. He fixed the issue and gave me some tips on self maintenance for my Heat Pump heating and cooling unit. I would highly recommend Scotti Mechanical Service and will definitely using Scott for future routine maintenance and/or other issues with my heating and cooling system."
Response time5 hrs
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Cawiamca Heating, Cooling, and Electrical
5.0(
93
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Cawiamca team was very quick to respond when my furnace went out before a storm and was able to provide a replacement furnace and completed the installation within 24hours. Great team and great service, and I will be reaching out to them with any other heating services that I need."
Variable Refrigerant Flow Cold Weather Heat Pump in East Lyme
VRF Cold Weather Heat Pump in Groton
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Response time8 hrs
53 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Parker Mechanical Heating and Cooling
4.7(
15
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent response time to no heat on an extremely cold day. Eventually replaced boiler & heating system; knowledge and craftsmanship best I've hired. Great value for the work and level of service provided. Highly recommend this company."
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+30

Response time3 days
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by71%of homeowners
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HARP Home Services, LLC
3.6(
102
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quick response. Repair done same day of request. Repairman very courteous and efficient and good at explaining all terms and repairs etc."
Multiple Solutions For Your Home
Available When You Need Us
Cleaner Than We Found It
Only The Best Technicians
Professional Maintenance

+29

Response time4 hrs
119 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Cariati Mechanical, LLC
5.0(
6
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did an exceptional job installing the heat pump and I've been more than satisfied with the service. They are friendly, professional and efficient. I'd recommend them to anyone."
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+60

Response time3 days
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Precise HVAC Home Services
4.3(
3
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My AC was not working Precise came out and fixed the problem . I was very pleased with the service and professionalism. I will be using for all my maintenance and repair needs."
New boiler trims needed
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Very dirty oil boiler
Neglected gas furnace
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+22

Response time7 hrs
Response rate98%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Computer did the "gotta send info to Microsoft" but when tried to reboot it ran through automatic repair without success. I did all the alternative without any success. He came and picked up the hard drive on Tuesday and returned it on Saturday. Fortunately he was able to "restore" without any data loss. Very happy with outcome."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Griswold Plumbing Services, LLC
4.6(
132
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Serving Essex, CT and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"When I called a very professional receptionist listened to the issues and told me that Tim would contact me shortly.  Within ten minutes Tim called me.  We discussed the issues and possible causes.  I asked if he could talk to my landlord to discuss the work needed and get answers to questions that I was unable  to answer.  Within another ten minutes an action plan was determined and he was at the home within 45 minutes.  VERY courteous, prompt and got the problems fixed.  I could not have asked or wished for a better plumbing company.  My experience using other plumbing companies in CT (prior to joining this list) was typically frustrating and disappointing.  Thank you Tim. You are now on my Go-To list for anything plumbing-related.
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+9

Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Essex, CT

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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