We are owner operated. We take pride in our quality craftsmanship. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients, and honesty is what we deliver to our clients along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to working with you!
"I have kept calling trying to make sure that can fix the fence but always had the same answer" he is not available" or "I can schedule the appointment in two or three months". and did not provide any type of resolution. If you had a business you had to take care of your customer"
Rocco S on September 2022
We are owner operated. We take pride in our quality craftsmanship. We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients, and honesty is what we deliver to our clients along with exceptional work. We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular project. We look forward to working with you!
"I have kept calling trying to make sure that can fix the fence but always had the same answer" he is not available" or "I can schedule the appointment in two or three months". and did not provide any type of resolution. If you had a business you had to take care of your customer"
Rocco S on September 2022
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 services from installing residential and mobile home, gas, oil, electric furnaces, Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps, Water Heaters, Indoor Air Quality and Light Plumbing. We make any ductwork on site or back at our shop so that it is customized for your needs. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every job that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction
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 services from installing residential and mobile home, gas, oil, electric furnaces, Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps, Water Heaters, Indoor Air Quality and Light Plumbing. We make any ductwork on site or back at our shop so that it is customized for your needs. You will find us to be competitively priced, paying close attention to the details of each and every job that we are involved with. We look forward to building lasting relationships, and guarantee your satisfaction
Kohl Heating Services specializes in the installation and service of gas, electric and oil furnaces, central air conditioning, ductless systems, air cleaners, humidifiers and tankless and conventional hot water heaters. Family owned and operated, we have been offering top quality installations and service for over 43 years and have the experience and the expertise to ensure your project is complete in a timely and efficient manner. We provide free estimates on the installation of new HVAC systems and hot water tanks and reasonable service and repair rates. 24 Hour Service Available!
"Very professional"
Linda S on September 2024
Kohl Heating Services specializes in the installation and service of gas, electric and oil furnaces, central air conditioning, ductless systems, air cleaners, humidifiers and tankless and conventional hot water heaters. Family owned and operated, we have been offering top quality installations and service for over 43 years and have the experience and the expertise to ensure your project is complete in a timely and efficient manner. We provide free estimates on the installation of new HVAC systems and hot water tanks and reasonable service and repair rates. 24 Hour Service Available!
"Very professional"
Linda S on September 2024
Here at Jacob Heating and Cooling, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Repairs done"
Harry M on November 2024
Here at Jacob Heating and Cooling, we pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We strongly believe in giving our absolute best in all of our projects no matter how big or small. We are experts in our trade and will always keep you educated on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!
"Repairs done"
Harry M on November 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They are great to work with. Honest and reliable. I would hire them again."
Debbie S on December 2024
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction, from the start to the completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"They are great to work with. Honest and reliable. I would hire them again."
Debbie S on December 2024
With 29 years of experience in residential home building and remodeling, we now specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Joseph was so nice and kind….also did fantastic work. Will hire again."
Karen S on May 2025
With 29 years of experience in residential home building and remodeling, we now specialize in handyman services, home repairs, and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"Joseph was so nice and kind….also did fantastic work. Will hire again."
Karen S on May 2025
For over 10 years, Jacob Heating & Cooling has been providing Pittsburgh homeowners with the best in HVAC installation, service, and repair. As a family-owned business, our values are rooted in treating your home like our own, providing professional service that is held to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. When you work with Jacob Heating & Cooling, you are treated like family and can rest assured that your HVAC needs are in good hands.
"Great, very professional. Recommended."
Marion C on April 2025
For over 10 years, Jacob Heating & Cooling has been providing Pittsburgh homeowners with the best in HVAC installation, service, and repair. As a family-owned business, our values are rooted in treating your home like our own, providing professional service that is held to the highest standards of quality and efficiency. When you work with Jacob Heating & Cooling, you are treated like family and can rest assured that your HVAC needs are in good hands.
"Great, very professional. Recommended."
Marion C on April 2025
Innovative Heating and Cooling company that offers services in all aspects of HVAC. We service existing equipment, install new equipment like boilers, furnaces, air conditioners, mini split systems, duct work, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, and air handlers. We are an owner-operated business.
"Woke up to a cold house. Innovative was great. Responded and arrived quickly. Promptly diagnosed the problem and was able to fix it in no time."
Karl V on December 2024
Innovative Heating and Cooling company that offers services in all aspects of HVAC. We service existing equipment, install new equipment like boilers, furnaces, air conditioners, mini split systems, duct work, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, and air handlers. We are an owner-operated business.
"Woke up to a cold house. Innovative was great. Responded and arrived quickly. Promptly diagnosed the problem and was able to fix it in no time."
Karl V on December 2024
My name is Kaitlynne Hilderbrand, owner of Handy By Design. I am here to offer great attention to detail and patience, to help your projects and repairs around the house go smooth. Anything from drywall, paint, flooring, trim, fixtures, kitchen/bath, mounting TVs, hanging decorations or shelving and much more! Outside projects included too such as, mailbox, lighting, front door appearance, keyless entry… etc. With 10+ years in the construction industry and great knowledge from many mentors, your experience with Handy By Design will be nothing short of professional.
"Job done well."
Andrew K on March 2025
My name is Kaitlynne Hilderbrand, owner of Handy By Design. I am here to offer great attention to detail and patience, to help your projects and repairs around the house go smooth. Anything from drywall, paint, flooring, trim, fixtures, kitchen/bath, mounting TVs, hanging decorations or shelving and much more! Outside projects included too such as, mailbox, lighting, front door appearance, keyless entry… etc. With 10+ years in the construction industry and great knowledge from many mentors, your experience with Handy By Design will be nothing short of professional.
"Job done well."
Andrew K on March 2025
Looking for a top-notch handyman in Pittsburgh? Look no further than Chris Jackson's Contracting. As an owner-operated business, we take pride in delivering exceptional results. Our award-winning team is ready to tackle any job, and we offer flexible scheduling options. Contact us today for all your handyman needs!
"The deck, chandelier, handrail, and UV projects were done in October. The windows required a special order and were installed on two consecutive days in December. Mr. Jackson and his employees did an excellent job. They are efficient and courteous, and left the work areas very clean. Chris is knowledgeable and has a good sense of humor. It is difficult to make a definitive price comparison, as we did not get estimates from other contractors, but we trust Chris—I had hired him for work on a previous house—and feel that his prices were very fair and reasonable. Casement windows are expensive and we expected that; the new ones are excellent. While here to do the windows the guys also moved a heavy chest from the garage up to our second floor, a task we could not have done ourselves. We can highly recommend Chris Jackson’s Contracting. This review should have been posted long ago, but better late than never."
Chuck H on February 2025
Looking for a top-notch handyman in Pittsburgh? Look no further than Chris Jackson's Contracting. As an owner-operated business, we take pride in delivering exceptional results. Our award-winning team is ready to tackle any job, and we offer flexible scheduling options. Contact us today for all your handyman needs!
"The deck, chandelier, handrail, and UV projects were done in October. The windows required a special order and were installed on two consecutive days in December. Mr. Jackson and his employees did an excellent job. They are efficient and courteous, and left the work areas very clean. Chris is knowledgeable and has a good sense of humor. It is difficult to make a definitive price comparison, as we did not get estimates from other contractors, but we trust Chris—I had hired him for work on a previous house—and feel that his prices were very fair and reasonable. Casement windows are expensive and we expected that; the new ones are excellent. While here to do the windows the guys also moved a heavy chest from the garage up to our second floor, a task we could not have done ourselves. We can highly recommend Chris Jackson’s Contracting. This review should have been posted long ago, but better late than never."
Chuck H on February 2025
Quality crawl space ductwork lasts between 15 and 20 years, though this varies based on environmental conditions and maintenance practices. Metal ducting offers greater longevity than flexible options, particularly in moisture-prone areas.
Regular professional inspections can identify minor issues before they escalate to major problems. When your system reaches the 15 to 20-year mark, having a professional evaluation can help determine whether repair or replacement represents the more economical long-term solution.
Standard homeowners' insurance policies often exclude coverage for ductwork replacement due to age-related deterioration or normal wear. However, if your ductwork sustains damage from covered perils such as fire or certain water events, your policy might provide compensation. Review your specific policy language or consult with your insurance representative to understand your coverage limitations. Some insurers offer supplemental coverage options for home systems that might provide additional protection for your HVAC components.
Watch for multiple disconnected sections, widespread corrosion, collapsed ducts, or extensive mold contamination. Other indicators include dramatically increased energy bills, rooms that never reach comfortable temperatures, or persistent musty odors throughout your home. Systems approaching 20 years of service that require frequent repairs often make better candidates for replacement than continued maintenance.
A professional inspection with specialized equipment can definitively assess your ductwork's condition.
Selective reuse of existing ductwork components depends entirely on their condition and compatibility with your new system. Sections without damage, corrosion, or contamination might remain serviceable when properly cleaned and sealed. However, mixing old and new components can sometimes create efficiency issues or accelerate the deterioration of the entire system.
Consult with your HVAC professional for an objective assessment of which components, if any, remain suitable for continued use.
While not mandatory for every situation, crawl space encapsulation provides significant protection for your new ductwork investment in moisture-prone environments. This process, costing between $5,000 and $15,000, creates a moisture barrier that helps protect both your ductwork and your home's structural elements.
The decision depends largely on your specific crawl space conditions and local climate factors. A professional evaluation can determine whether encapsulation would provide meaningful benefits for your particular circumstances.