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Avatar for Bamford Plumbing and Heating Inc
Bamford Plumbing and Heating Inc
4.8(
65
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Perfect! Doug is an expert Plumber that knows private water system. He removed the old equipment and installed the new. Everything is still working great. The work was done almost 13 years ago. We used all Top of the line Gould Equipment. I probably should call Doug to replace it again because breakdowns with the water system can leave you stranded."
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Tankless
Power Vent
Gas and Electric
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+2

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Tim Kyle Electric Heating & Cooling
4.9(
369
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We use Tim Kyle for all of our electrical needs and Zack and David have been coming for several years for inspections and our repairs. They just completed a replacement of our 50 year old electrical service. Took two days but they did an excellent job for what I think is a reasonable cost. highly recommend them as really smart people and very easy to work with. Everyone we have dealt with t the company are pleasant and helpful. Use them!"
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Blue Dot
4.1(
345
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The repairman was professional, courteous, efficient, and friendly. We called for emergency help as the heater failed to come on, on a cold Sunday. He arrived within an hour. He quickly identified and repaired the issue. I recommend their service to all."
System Installation
539 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
Avatar for Holtzople Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
Holtzople Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
4.9(
209
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Corey serviced our HVAC system. He checked for leaks and recharged our system. It is working much better now. The service was efficient and he explained our options clearly."
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+47

Response time12 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for No-Frost Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
No-Frost Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
4.7(
411
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1971

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"One of my AC compressors was not starting correctly every time. If it did start, it would run fine, but on hot days, when it would cycle frequently, (i.e. cool to target temp, stop, temp would heat up, thermostat would send signal to restart, and eventually the compressor would not restart). I don't remember the exact explanation, but I think there's a small fan linked to the capacitor. The fan provides some cooling to the capacitor which is stressed at startup time. Eventually the capacitor burned out because it wasn't getting its appropriate fan/cooling. First, this is a pretty specific problem. I'm fairly technical myself, and my father can fix anything. We had isolated the issue to the capacitor, but could figure out why it had failed. This is a large home and the large capacitor, so it really was a job for a professional -- capacitors offer plenty of opportunities to electrocute yourself pretty severely if your a "do-it-yourselfer." The No-Frost tech diagnosed the problem within a few minutes and explained it in detail. I called my old man to see what he thought, and confirmed that would definitely explain the problem. Second, the appropriate replacement part was an all-in-one capacitor/fan combo part specifically made by the vendor. Because my unit was a larger-than-typical unit AND these guys rushed out pretty much same day (or next morning -- I think it was a Friday going into a 95 degree weekend). The tech didn't have that exact part on his truck. He gave me two options, he had the same size capacitor and fan unit separately, so he could merge those together and get the unit functioning right then and there, or he could order the part and come back some time the following week -- he called the warehouse and they didn't have it in stock (my compressor is large and 10-years old). Given the weather, and everything else, I had him build the setup I needed, took him about 20 minutes to link the fan and capacitor together and the AC unit was humming along again shortly thereafter. I loved that he took the time to explain the problem in detail. He could tell i was "tinkerer," yet he was very politely patient with my ignorance (I had no idea the capacitor required its own cooling). I loved that he gave me the choice on waiting for the vendor's "officially sanctioned" part or just getting the unit working, and that he took the time to explain why this wasn't a risky workaround. I gave him a nice tip and emailed my neighborhood HOA email group the contact details as a reliable, trustworthy and well-priced service provider who will always go the extra mile for the customer. These guys fixed my furnace a year earlier when I nearly burned my house down by not paying attention to my intake... Would and have definitely recommend these folks for any HVAC needs."
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Response time9 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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VICTORY HVAC LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"I recently had a new HVAC system installed, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the initial consultation to the final installation, the team was professional, knowledgeable, and efficient. They took the time to explain all my options, helped me choose the right system for my home, and answered every question clearly. The installation was completed on schedule, and the crew kept everything clean and organized throughout the process. The system runs quietly and has already made a huge difference in comfort and energy efficiency. I highly recommend this company to anyone looking to install or replace their HVAC system. Excellent service, fair pricing, and top-quality workmanship!"
Setting air handler
duct work
Return air box
Supply ductwork
air handler set up

+23

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Strive Heating & Cooling, LLC
Strive Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.9(
26
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Serving Manchester, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service! We needed a new system desperately, and since Strive provides financing, it made our choice that much easier. Everyone was very polite, friendly, professional and helpful. They got us on the schedule quickly, during what was becoming a hectic period for them, and got the install done promptly and professionally. We highly recommend Strive for your heating and cooling needs, and we look forward to working with them in the future!"
Trane high efficiency Tam9 air handler
Trane Xr14 heat pump
Trane Xr14
Goodman furnace and air conditioning replacement
Goodman furnace and air conditioning replacement

+15

Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Manchester, 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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