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Avatar for Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
455
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I like the tracking and instant messaging of the technician. It made it easy to determine his arrival. Troubleshooting took less than 5 minutes. I had a broken capacitor. I received an Angie's list discount. Total repair was $344.91. I don't know how much a capacitor normally costs as I don't know the exact version I received. I also was in a hurry since it was a hot day and I was going on vacation soon. He also suggested I clean the vents, which I did after he left."
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+6

25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
292
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"GAC services was able to come out for a same day trouble shooting appointment. Jim S arrived on time and was very courteous and professional. He was able to quickly identify the problem with the registers and dampers and able to get warm air flowing to the otherwise very cold areas of the house. In addition, Jim was able to recommend some additional services that would help me achieve the desired evenness of temperature such as an additional return and humidifier for the home. Great experienced master certified technician!"
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27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hecomo
5.0(
11
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"From not having a water supply for my whole home bypass humidifier, to having a repaired, new water supply line and instant winter comfort. All in less than two hours. Thanks Edmond and team for getting me taken care of right after I arrived home from work. Wealth of knowledge, too, about HVACs warranties, and other good general advice for first-time homeowners like myself! Glad to have signed-up tonight as a member - eligible for discounts tonight and future maintenance services. Highly recommend!"
Heating & A/C Project
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+8

10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Bluestar Air Mechanical for a second opinion after an appointment with Air One. I have a Carrier HVAC system, and the Air One technician recommended a complete system replacement, claiming the blower was bad, the furnace control board needed replacing, and that there were other issues. Since replacing the HVAC is a big investment, I wanted to get a second opinion. It was only after comparing the service from Bluestar that I realized Air One may have been pushing for a new system sale or lacked the expertise to properly diagnose and repair the actual problems. Isaac, the technician from Bluestar, spent about an hour thoroughly diagnosing and fixing the issues. He found burnt wiring in the furnace and discovered that the wrong capacitor had been incorrectly installed in the AC. Isaac replaced the burnt wiring in the furnace and the capacitor in the AC. After these repairs, my Carrier system was back up and running—without the need for a costly replacement. Bluestar, and Isaac in particular, demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and honesty. They focused on resolving the actual issues instead of pushing for an unnecessary system replacement. I highly recommend Bluestar for their reliable service and Isaac’s thorough and knowledgeable work."
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+13

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical MD
4.2(
134
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Service Technician was very professional and explained things. I signed a service agreement with the company for our two-zone system. So far so good. Our furnaces were serviced."
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+3

41 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.2(
370
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service from the first phone call, to expert recommendation, to sales negations to installation. I was very impressed with McCarthy Services and would highly recommend them."
Installing a new A/C system.
528 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Edwin's Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
4.9(
28
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Serving Kensington, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I neede same day service and they were able to assist. The technician was very knowledgeable and professional. The job was done quickly and efficiently and the results were evident right away. Very appreciative of their work and would gladly recommend their services to others."
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Kensington, 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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