Chill Zone HVAC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Chill zone came to install 2 mini splits. They did a fantastic job and left the place clean when they installed it. Our place has been running great ever since!"
Sam R on August 2023
Chill Zone HVAC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.
"Chill zone came to install 2 mini splits. They did a fantastic job and left the place clean when they installed it. Our place has been running great ever since!"
Sam R on August 2023
At Pisano�s Odd Jobs and Appliances, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality building, installation, repair and handyman services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project. We look forward to building long lasting relationships servicing your needs with guaranteed satisfaction.
"He can fix many things"
Carol b on April 2023
At Pisano�s Odd Jobs and Appliances, we are a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. We offer a variety of quality building, installation, repair and handyman services. You will find us to be competitively priced with close attention to the details of each and every project. We look forward to building long lasting relationships servicing your needs with guaranteed satisfaction.
"He can fix many things"
Carol b on April 2023
When it comes to great service for your home or business, it doesn't get better than the professionalism and dedication of Rodenhiser. It's an unsurpassed level of service built on a promise that ensures you get the very best - when you call Rodenhiser your satisfaction is guaranteed. With 90+ years of delighted residential and commercial clients, you can be sure that it's a promise that Rodenhiser delivers on every day.
"The work was done correctly and promptly, but quite expensive. On the plus side, he presented all the options and didn't really try to upsell. Just the facts."
stephen m on August 2024
When it comes to great service for your home or business, it doesn't get better than the professionalism and dedication of Rodenhiser. It's an unsurpassed level of service built on a promise that ensures you get the very best - when you call Rodenhiser your satisfaction is guaranteed. With 90+ years of delighted residential and commercial clients, you can be sure that it's a promise that Rodenhiser delivers on every day.
"The work was done correctly and promptly, but quite expensive. On the plus side, he presented all the options and didn't really try to upsell. Just the facts."
stephen m on August 2024
Merrimack Valley Plumbing, LLC is a locally-owned and operated company committed to providing fast, affordable, and high-quality Plumbing. We offer HVAC repair, installation, and replacement services. We specialize in heating controls and simplifying complicated plumbing and HVAC systems to make them user-friendly. We strive to find solutions that fit everyone’s comfort needs, from construction projects to air conditioner replacement.
"I hired Merrimack Valley Plumbing to install a boiler in my home, and my experience was overwhelmingly disappointing. While the boiler functions, the installation process and quality of work raised numerous red flags. I want to share my experience to help others make an informed decision when considering this company. Installation Issues Code Violations: The exhaust is less than 3 feet from the gas meter, and the holes drilled in the joists for intake and exhaust are less than 2 inches from the bottom, both of which do not meet code requirements. Improper Venting: Both the exhaust and intake vents are installed too close to the ground (not meeting the 12-inch clearance required for expected snowfall) and are too close to each other (less than the 12-inch separation required). Unsealed Penetration: The hole drilled in the siding was left unsealed, creating a potential entry point for rodents. Condensate Drain Issues: The installed condensate pump is leaking and wasn’t tested. Additionally, rather than a permanent drain installation, they daisy-chained it into a pump for a portable air conditioner. Wiring Errors: The zones for the primary bedroom and second floor were wired backward, causing overheating in both areas. Missing Outdoor Sensor: The outdoor temperature sensor, critical for proper operation, was not installed. No CO Alarm: A carbon monoxide alarm was not installed, which is essential for safety. Unprofessional Workmanship: Trash, including a metal duct pipe, was left in the crawl space near live electrical wires. Process Concerns Permit Delays: The company failed to file permits before starting work. I only discovered this after contacting the town permitting office myself. Mismanagement and Delays: The project stretched far beyond the promised timeline, with repeated excuses about missing parts and limited crew availability, despite prior assurances that the job would be completed in two days. Broken Promises: They claimed a project manager would take measurements in advance to ensure a smooth installation, but no one came. Additionally, they rescheduled initially, promising a larger crew, only to send a single plumber on the first day. Misinformation and Deception Throughout the project, I encountered multiple instances where Merrimack Valley Plumbing provided misleading or false information: - They lied about the dates permits were filed. - They claimed delivery issues caused delays, though they should have anticipated these based on the advance photos provided. - They repeatedly shifted blame rather than taking accountability for the delays and issues. Overall Experience While the boiler itself works, the installation was riddled with code violations, safety oversights, and poor workmanship. Additionally, the company’s lack of transparency and repeated dishonesty made an already frustrating situation worse. I would not recommend Merrimack Valley Plumbing to others. Their lack of professionalism, disregard for safety codes, and failure to take responsibility for their mistakes created an unnecessarily stressful and costly experience."
Paul S on March 2025
Merrimack Valley Plumbing, LLC is a locally-owned and operated company committed to providing fast, affordable, and high-quality Plumbing. We offer HVAC repair, installation, and replacement services. We specialize in heating controls and simplifying complicated plumbing and HVAC systems to make them user-friendly. We strive to find solutions that fit everyone’s comfort needs, from construction projects to air conditioner replacement.
"I hired Merrimack Valley Plumbing to install a boiler in my home, and my experience was overwhelmingly disappointing. While the boiler functions, the installation process and quality of work raised numerous red flags. I want to share my experience to help others make an informed decision when considering this company. Installation Issues Code Violations: The exhaust is less than 3 feet from the gas meter, and the holes drilled in the joists for intake and exhaust are less than 2 inches from the bottom, both of which do not meet code requirements. Improper Venting: Both the exhaust and intake vents are installed too close to the ground (not meeting the 12-inch clearance required for expected snowfall) and are too close to each other (less than the 12-inch separation required). Unsealed Penetration: The hole drilled in the siding was left unsealed, creating a potential entry point for rodents. Condensate Drain Issues: The installed condensate pump is leaking and wasn’t tested. Additionally, rather than a permanent drain installation, they daisy-chained it into a pump for a portable air conditioner. Wiring Errors: The zones for the primary bedroom and second floor were wired backward, causing overheating in both areas. Missing Outdoor Sensor: The outdoor temperature sensor, critical for proper operation, was not installed. No CO Alarm: A carbon monoxide alarm was not installed, which is essential for safety. Unprofessional Workmanship: Trash, including a metal duct pipe, was left in the crawl space near live electrical wires. Process Concerns Permit Delays: The company failed to file permits before starting work. I only discovered this after contacting the town permitting office myself. Mismanagement and Delays: The project stretched far beyond the promised timeline, with repeated excuses about missing parts and limited crew availability, despite prior assurances that the job would be completed in two days. Broken Promises: They claimed a project manager would take measurements in advance to ensure a smooth installation, but no one came. Additionally, they rescheduled initially, promising a larger crew, only to send a single plumber on the first day. Misinformation and Deception Throughout the project, I encountered multiple instances where Merrimack Valley Plumbing provided misleading or false information: - They lied about the dates permits were filed. - They claimed delivery issues caused delays, though they should have anticipated these based on the advance photos provided. - They repeatedly shifted blame rather than taking accountability for the delays and issues. Overall Experience While the boiler itself works, the installation was riddled with code violations, safety oversights, and poor workmanship. Additionally, the company’s lack of transparency and repeated dishonesty made an already frustrating situation worse. I would not recommend Merrimack Valley Plumbing to others. Their lack of professionalism, disregard for safety codes, and failure to take responsibility for their mistakes created an unnecessarily stressful and costly experience."
Paul S on March 2025
At MillTown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical, we know the value of prompt, professional and reliable services and look forward to serving your needs in the Merrimack Valley. We're a same day/next day service company offering quality work and unbeatable service.
"I used to like them. Use them for my big install of backup basement sump pump. This time, I was out of the country, my rental property in MA needs a toilet fix. It was a standard water tank leak and we need to replace the inside mechanism. Milltown came and said 'rebulid the toilet', my wife authorize them to do it as I was not reachable at the time their plumber was at the rental property. They were in and out according to my tenant for at most 45 min, rebuilding two toilet tank and fixed the leak. The bill came to be 1200, $600 a toilet. One line item on the receipt is $470 for the kit they use to replace the plastic mechanism inside the water tank. I casually google the kit, I can get a universal sup kit for the toilet to replace that for $20. I called them, manager came on gave me that talk - we did hundreds of toilet leak and we average all of them to come up with the cost for that line item, which includes (a) parts (b) labor (c) our service guarantee for a prompt and reliable service Say they charge $200 /hr labor, 1 hr for two toilet is $100 labor for 1 toilet (remember, the plumber was there like 30-45 min rebuilding the two toilet). Say total parts are $100 (with markup), we are talking about $200 for fixing the leak of 1 toilet. They charged almost $600 for one toilet. You can do that math. I expect some up charge, but I am not paying $300 just for getting prompt reliable service. I turned around and asked for a few reliable plumber quote from Thumbstack with great reviews, most can do the job for $200 labor and I can get them the universal kit they will be able to come on the same day. So maybe if you want Milltown to do bigger job, that is ok. For smaller job, it does not worth it. Replacing the toilet flush mechanism is really not rocket science in plumbing. If I am not thousands of miles away, I would have done it myself after watching some Youtube video. I am willing to pay up charge for the service, but this is really above and beyond the normal up charge range, $1200 for a 30 min job replacing the toilet flushing mechanism in the water tank!!"
STEVE L on October 2024
At MillTown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical, we know the value of prompt, professional and reliable services and look forward to serving your needs in the Merrimack Valley. We're a same day/next day service company offering quality work and unbeatable service.
"I used to like them. Use them for my big install of backup basement sump pump. This time, I was out of the country, my rental property in MA needs a toilet fix. It was a standard water tank leak and we need to replace the inside mechanism. Milltown came and said 'rebulid the toilet', my wife authorize them to do it as I was not reachable at the time their plumber was at the rental property. They were in and out according to my tenant for at most 45 min, rebuilding two toilet tank and fixed the leak. The bill came to be 1200, $600 a toilet. One line item on the receipt is $470 for the kit they use to replace the plastic mechanism inside the water tank. I casually google the kit, I can get a universal sup kit for the toilet to replace that for $20. I called them, manager came on gave me that talk - we did hundreds of toilet leak and we average all of them to come up with the cost for that line item, which includes (a) parts (b) labor (c) our service guarantee for a prompt and reliable service Say they charge $200 /hr labor, 1 hr for two toilet is $100 labor for 1 toilet (remember, the plumber was there like 30-45 min rebuilding the two toilet). Say total parts are $100 (with markup), we are talking about $200 for fixing the leak of 1 toilet. They charged almost $600 for one toilet. You can do that math. I expect some up charge, but I am not paying $300 just for getting prompt reliable service. I turned around and asked for a few reliable plumber quote from Thumbstack with great reviews, most can do the job for $200 labor and I can get them the universal kit they will be able to come on the same day. So maybe if you want Milltown to do bigger job, that is ok. For smaller job, it does not worth it. Replacing the toilet flush mechanism is really not rocket science in plumbing. If I am not thousands of miles away, I would have done it myself after watching some Youtube video. I am willing to pay up charge for the service, but this is really above and beyond the normal up charge range, $1200 for a 30 min job replacing the toilet flushing mechanism in the water tank!!"
STEVE L on October 2024
Our customers are our number one priority and for this reason, we use only the best quality equipment, such as Carrier, Rheem and Concord, plus we offer extended warranties for these various systems. We pledge to see that every customer is fully-satisfied and cared for, that is why we offer 24-hour service during the winter for heating systems. We are a Mass save participant and offer financing and rebate support. *Now offering 1 year of free maintenance with any furnace or air conditioner installation /or/ free air duct cleaning with installation of a furnace*
"Timely and very fair price"
Ken F on September 2024
Our customers are our number one priority and for this reason, we use only the best quality equipment, such as Carrier, Rheem and Concord, plus we offer extended warranties for these various systems. We pledge to see that every customer is fully-satisfied and cared for, that is why we offer 24-hour service during the winter for heating systems. We are a Mass save participant and offer financing and rebate support. *Now offering 1 year of free maintenance with any furnace or air conditioner installation /or/ free air duct cleaning with installation of a furnace*
"Timely and very fair price"
Ken F on September 2024
Family owned and operated. B & G Air Conditioning & Heating has been serving commercial and residential customers throughout the Watertown, Massachusetts, area since 1961 with superior products and professional, ethical service. Call today and schedule a free estimate to install new and replacement forced hot air heating and air conditioning systems.
"Starting the project this week but I wanted to cancel the job so the other five know."
Russell B on November 2024
Family owned and operated. B & G Air Conditioning & Heating has been serving commercial and residential customers throughout the Watertown, Massachusetts, area since 1961 with superior products and professional, ethical service. Call today and schedule a free estimate to install new and replacement forced hot air heating and air conditioning systems.
"Starting the project this week but I wanted to cancel the job so the other five know."
Russell B on November 2024
Heritage Home Service is proud to serve residents from Northeast Massachusetts. We are the area’s premier home services provider and for 35+ years, we’ve brought the Heritage touch to homes throughout the state.
"Highly recommend! Josh came gave us an estimate for our hot water tank replacement with financings and everything went through and the next day Sal came out, great worker knowledgeable explained everything step by step. Friendly and a dog lover! Just great work and respectful good hard workers!"
Darline F on May 2024
Heritage Home Service is proud to serve residents from Northeast Massachusetts. We are the area’s premier home services provider and for 35+ years, we’ve brought the Heritage touch to homes throughout the state.
"Highly recommend! Josh came gave us an estimate for our hot water tank replacement with financings and everything went through and the next day Sal came out, great worker knowledgeable explained everything step by step. Friendly and a dog lover! Just great work and respectful good hard workers!"
Darline F on May 2024
Prestige heating and cooling is a family owned business with over 30 years experience. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for you! Primarily serving the northeast of Massachusetts to satisfy all of your heating and air-conditioning needs. If water or air goes through it, call Prestige. 978-600-8764
"From start to finish they were very professional and knowledgeable about what we needed. Once we decided to go with them they arrived on the date set up and finished before the estimated time frame. The crew was phenomenal and before they left they made sure everything was working properly and showed us what we needed to know about the system. When they left everything was all cleaned up. We would highly recommend to anyone that needs their services."
Michael B on January 2024
Prestige heating and cooling is a family owned business with over 30 years experience. We are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for you! Primarily serving the northeast of Massachusetts to satisfy all of your heating and air-conditioning needs. If water or air goes through it, call Prestige. 978-600-8764
"From start to finish they were very professional and knowledgeable about what we needed. Once we decided to go with them they arrived on the date set up and finished before the estimated time frame. The crew was phenomenal and before they left they made sure everything was working properly and showed us what we needed to know about the system. When they left everything was all cleaned up. We would highly recommend to anyone that needs their services."
Michael B on January 2024
ThermOil, Inc. offers an extensive range of Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing services to clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts, and has earned a reputation for professional, highly–trained staff; quality products, and constant dedication to our founding principle: Do It Well – Do It Once. We are committed to bringing our clients exceptional, cost–effective solutions that both reduce start–up costs and trim expenses over the life of our products. And we’re proud to have a long history with industry leaders in the heating, cooling and plumbing field: manufacturers who share our focus on providing the latest, most effective technology to our clients. Through these trusted vendors, we provide quality products that will serve our customers for years to come — we guarantee it. Angelo Pistoftzian, Owner and President, established ThermOil in 1983 to meet a rapidly growing need for a reliable provider of heating oil and boiler services in Watertown and the surrounding area. With Bachelors and Masters degrees in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University, and years of practical experience, Angelo combines an in–depth understanding of fundamental principles with a hands-on approach to daily operations. Angelo oversees every project from start to finish, and makes personal visits to work sites a priority. Over the last 40 years, ThermOil has expanded from a local heating oil business into a regional incorporation offering Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing services to clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Our motto is also our business model, and underscores our promise to provide Total Customer Satisfaction.
"We have used Thermoil services many times, including plumbing work, water heater installation and ductless cooling and heating for our first home. When we moved to iur new home, they delivered oil on a schedule based on our consumption. And recently, Thermoil installed heat pump for our second floor and ductless heating/cooling for our first floor. They are fair, punctual and professional. We recommended them to friends and family and will absolutely use their services. They pickup the phone when we need them the most and take care of our family like their own."
Fred T on March 2023
ThermOil, Inc. offers an extensive range of Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing services to clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts, and has earned a reputation for professional, highly–trained staff; quality products, and constant dedication to our founding principle: Do It Well – Do It Once. We are committed to bringing our clients exceptional, cost–effective solutions that both reduce start–up costs and trim expenses over the life of our products. And we’re proud to have a long history with industry leaders in the heating, cooling and plumbing field: manufacturers who share our focus on providing the latest, most effective technology to our clients. Through these trusted vendors, we provide quality products that will serve our customers for years to come — we guarantee it. Angelo Pistoftzian, Owner and President, established ThermOil in 1983 to meet a rapidly growing need for a reliable provider of heating oil and boiler services in Watertown and the surrounding area. With Bachelors and Masters degrees in Chemical Engineering from Northeastern University, and years of practical experience, Angelo combines an in–depth understanding of fundamental principles with a hands-on approach to daily operations. Angelo oversees every project from start to finish, and makes personal visits to work sites a priority. Over the last 40 years, ThermOil has expanded from a local heating oil business into a regional incorporation offering Heating, Cooling, and Plumbing services to clients throughout Eastern Massachusetts. Our motto is also our business model, and underscores our promise to provide Total Customer Satisfaction.
"We have used Thermoil services many times, including plumbing work, water heater installation and ductless cooling and heating for our first home. When we moved to iur new home, they delivered oil on a schedule based on our consumption. And recently, Thermoil installed heat pump for our second floor and ductless heating/cooling for our first floor. They are fair, punctual and professional. We recommended them to friends and family and will absolutely use their services. They pickup the phone when we need them the most and take care of our family like their own."
Fred T on March 2023
If your window air conditioner is relatively new or of high quality, repairing it can restore optimal performance and protect your investment. However, for older units or those with ongoing issues, it might be more cost-effective to replace the unit to ensure long-term efficiency and reliability. Consider the unit's age, the severity of the problem, repair costs versus replacement, and energy efficiency ratings when making your decision. If repairs cost more than half the price of a new unit, replacement is typically the better option.
Window air conditioners last eight to ten years on average. After this time, you may notice decreased efficiency and component wear. Replacing an older unit can improve energy savings and provide updated features like remote controls and better overall performance. With proper maintenance including regular filter cleaning, coil checks, and professional servicing, you can maximize your unit's lifespan.
If your portable AC isn't cooling, it might have a refrigerant leak or a circuit malfunction that's preventing it from working properly. It's best to contact a local air conditioner contractor to inspect and repair the unit. If your AC is older and repairs don't fix the issue, replacing it might be the most effective solution.
Removing a wall-mounted AC costs $55 to $75. Completing the removal yourself at the end of each summer season, being sure to do so according to proper guidelines, keeps you within this cost range. Should you require professional assistance for removal and disposal, if you can't move the unit yourself, expect an added fee of $25 to $50 to the overall cost.