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Avatar for Grove Heating and Cooling Inc
Grove Heating and Cooling Inc
4.7(
153
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Glenn Dale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"As a new customer, I was surprised and pleased that the service could be performed on the same day I made the request. Mike was very thorough and professional, and provided a clear explanation of our system and new wi-fi thermostats. Everything was done efficiently - I am looking forward to having Grove maintain our system on our annual maintenance plan."
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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GAC Services
4.8(
293
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Glenn Dale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GAC has always done a good job maintaining my system. When it was time to get a new system, I was given four options by Eric, ranked standard to best. After each option was explained, I decided to go with the better option. The team of Matt, David and Sam arrived on time and did a fantastic job with the installation. When the job was completed, they cleaned up, explained the new system and answered all my question. I highly recommend GAC."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical MD
4.2(
134
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Glenn Dale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I decided to cancel the repair because of cost. They made a repair that will last for a year or two and I will pay the price when this unit dies. A repair was $1,200 and a replacement was $4,300. Just too much."
Routine Maintenance
Maintenance
Mitsubish Ductless System
Outside Mitsubishi Unit
Carrier

+3

41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Edwin's Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
4.9(
28
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Glenn Dale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I found Edwin on HomeAvisor/Angie's List. We were having some heat issues and wanted to have some basic maintenance. Edwin 'had extensive knowledge about each of our systems, and was able to troubleshoot and provide us with various courses of action. The attic heat pump was replaced and he was very fair with his prices. They did an excellent job, and sympathizes with his customers. He replaced the system on a Saturday."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.5(
950
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Glenn Dale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We received speedy and exceptional service. Service person Leron was professional, honest and knowledgeable. He was able to diagnose and repair the problem. Thank you! We highly recommend this company."
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Response time5 hrs
178 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Glenn Dale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Great company! They've been super responsive when we've had questions or concerns, and deliveries are frequent enough that we never have to worry about running out of heating oil."
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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 Glenn Dale, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I have had a service contract with McCrea Heating and Cooling since I purchased my condo unit new 7 1/2 years ago which included 2 maintenance visits a year. My current contract expired yesterday so I called to renew my service contract and upgrade from "Bronze" to "Silver." The representative took my charge card information over the phone. I asked if the contract was in effect as of today. They said "yes." Then I tried to schedule a service call (my unit was serviced a little over a month ago and now the condo wasn't cooling.) I was told then that the Silver Contract would NOT be in effect after all. The difference in price between Bronze and Silver is the cost of a diagnostic visit so they were getting the money one way or another. My long time history with the company did not persuade them to honor the contract I had just paid for. They wanted to charge me $98 to have my problem diagnosed under the Bronze contract that I pointed out was already expired. I was told the representative "misspoke" and should have told me they would have to send out someone to determine whether the furnace they have been maintaining for the past 7 years (with the most recent service call just a month ago) would "qualify" for the Silver plan. So, I cancelled the order for the Silver Plan. I called another company who came out for $30 and determined the problem was a clogged condensation drain. This drain was supposed to have been "blown out" when the regular maintenance was done by McCrea just a month ago, but obviously was not. The water was backed up in the drain pipe and filled the pan under the furnace/AC unit which turned off the AC. Now that everything is working again, I am seeking a different maintenance service plan provider. McCrea has competitive service contract prices, but if they have no customer loyalty, and the maintenance work is not done properly, maybe it's a question of "you get what you pay for.""
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Glenn Dale, 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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