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Avatar for JOYCE COOLING & HEATING INC
JOYCE COOLING & HEATING INC
4.8(
206
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I own an older cape that was built in 1959. My wife and I have been living with window air conditioners for the past 13 years, as the our house has no ductwork to accommodate conventional central air conditioning. We did some research on high velocity, micro-duct A/C systems as an alternative to conventional central air systems. We heard about Joyce Cooling & Heating from our next door neighbor, whose father had used them several years ago and we decided to give them a call. The salesman, Abe, came out the next day to determine project scope and provide a quote (scope can be quite complicated depending on layout of house). Abe went a step further and brought the owner, Tony, out to the house a few days later and together they explained the project in detail and provided us with ideas/options on how to configure the system. The project began on June 13 and was completed on June 16. The installation team (mechanic - Bob and apprentice - Mitch) was polite, courteous and most efficient. The amount of work that they accomplished in 3 days far exceeded my expectations. They left my house immaculate at the end of each workday. High velocity A/C systems are not cheap, however, my wife and I could not be happier with our investment in this quality product. The entire Joyce team is clearly focused on customer satisfaction and they made this an enjoyable experience for us. I would definitely recommend Joyce Cooling & Heating to others."
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Air Conditioners

+4

Response time1 day
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for Druziako HVAC Inc
Druziako HVAC Inc
4.7(
157
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I got central air installed in my 100+ year old house that I was convinced could never actually have central air. Despite the weird shape of the house and not a lot of extra space to work with, Druziako figured out a way to get it installed. They was fantastic from the initial estimate appointment through finishing installation. Everyone is extremely friendly and you can tell it is a family owned business. The price was extremely reasonable and everything got done quickly. It took a couple of extra days beyond the original plan but that was only to make sure it all got done correctly and to figure out how to work out a few problems (again with the old house). Great communication including after the fact to help us get rebates and warranties set up. 100% recommend."
Aprilaire Dehumidifier
Attic Air Handler
Duct Cleaning before and After
Attic Ductwork
Aprilaire Humidifier

+3

Response time11 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,403
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terrific experience. Scheduling was easy. My technician, Guy, gave me a call ahead of time, hit the time he said he'd be here and was courteous and efficient. I ran a large mechanical contracting business for years so understand this business. Guy ran through his checks on what is a fairly complex home system. He pointed out problems that were minor, major, or had the potential to be major. We discussed options and timing. Since our system is old, it will be difficult to repair some of the parts and pieces while others would be fairly standard. We may want to look at a new system this summer to avoid a major problem during a future heating season. I will definitely be talking to Sila."
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Airco Home Comfort Services LLC
4.7(
33
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Joe explained various options (models, efficiency rating, attic vs. cellar installation, etc.) thoroughly, promptly followed through on my follow-up questions, and prepared a detailed & accurate quote. He measured the size of the house and cold-air returns to ensure the system was sized properly. He is a patient guy & very pleasant to work with. Scheduling the installation was painless, the installers (Steve and his assistant Derek) started on time, and worked diligently & efficiently.
Everyone is very experienced and knowledgeable, and all clearly take pride in their work. They kept in excellent communication with me throughout the installation. They were respectful of my home, my concerns, my pets, etc.
They stand by what they sell, too. This winter, about 18 months after it was installed, my tankless hot water heater had a factory defect that caused it to shut off. Steve came the day I reported the problem, was on the phone with the manufacturer for hours to diagnose the issue, and came back twice more to finish the repair (3 visits might sound absurd, but it wasn't Airco's problem, it was the manufacturer's, as they were misdiagnosing the issue). The unit is now working perfectly thanks to Steve's persistence. A bonus: Airco charged me for only a small portion of Steve's time from his initial visit. They ate the cost of his additional visits! These guys are golden.
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+4

Response time2 days
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical
Milltown Plumbing, Heating, AC, Drain Cleaning & Electrical
4.4(
200
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Super punctual

"Overall, I was pleased about working with Milltown. There was a slight communication issue, but I understand that can happen from time to time. The technician who performed the service was extremely nice and knowledgable."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Precision Plumbing & HVAC, LLC
Precision Plumbing & HVAC, LLC
5.0(
23
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Marcin was very professional and attentive. He was great at communicating and was very quick to respond. They removed an old hot water tank and installed the new tankless system. I would highly recommend his services. Looking forward to working with them again in the future!"
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Emerald HVAC LLC
Emerald HVAC LLC
5.0(
15
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My central AC unit has been broken for several years. intermittently working during hot summers. I've had several HVAC companies come to diagnose and all of them told me different things: replace the whole system, new lines, etc. potentially costing tens of thousands of dollars. So I decided to troubleshoot by myself and pinpointed the issue: the filter dryer needed to be replaced. No company wanted to do this small job. I called Emerald HVAC and told them about my issue, they sent in José, who diagnosed the issue to be what I said. He replaced the filter dryer and the AC unit works perfectly now after several years! In short, Emerald HVAC will be my first choice for any HVAC work in the future. They are honest, professional, and reasonably priced. I recommend them without reservation!"
Response time1 day
Response rate93%
34 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Ace Hardware Home Services
Ace Hardware Home Services
4.5(
53
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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Lowell, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've used this company for a few years, beginning with an issue I had where I needed some emergency assistance with an a/c system leaking water into the house. They fixed the issue and it cost far less than I thought it would. I've also used them for a couple heating repairs, annual furnace cleaning and a/c maintenance. I am about to hire them again since the a/c system is dying and it will need replacement since it's more than 20 years old. I would highly recommend Unique Indoor Comfort to anyone in need of a good HVAC/Heating company."
Heat Pump
Mitsubishi Hyper Heat
Multiple Ductless Heat Pump Installation
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+6

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Lowell, MA

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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