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Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
134
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I originally reviewed Dawson Mechanical Contracting two years ago when this furnace was originally converted to gas. (Superbly.) I called them again this morning because the overflow tank was leaking water--today is a Saturday after a snowstorm--and Dave and his crew came out a few hours later and repaired the entire thing. (A serious and complicated job.) I'm grateful for the speed and professionalism Dawson Mechanical Contracting showed. My heat is working again, and the price was fair. I recommend these guys without reservation. Two thumbs up."
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+20

Response time5 hrs
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ray's HVAC
4.7(
252
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I spoke to Ray the owner on the phone and he was friendly, professional, and patient. He got a man out to service our central AC very quickly. The service technician Andrew was also helpful and friendly. The diagnosed the problem, gave me the price, and then fixed it. They were both very helpful and I highly recommend them."
New heating system with steam humidifier
Expert equipment rigging
Packaged Trane high efficiency equipment
Emergency replacements
Piping

+1

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
133 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AC & Heat by Kyle
4.9(
114
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Kyle to service my central air conditioner. What a find!!!! I will absolutely hire him again. He is bright, personable and explains every step of his process. You can tell he is passionate about HVAC, and enjoys his work. He was able to quickly evaluate my system and get it back up and running. My system is old and really needs to be replace but Kyle was able to keep in running for another year... Highly recommend this company"
Canister
Steam Humidifier
Maintenance FOR ALL!!!
Maintenance FOR ALL!!!
Maintenance FOR ALL!!!

+22

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Advanced Professional Management, LLC
4.2(
937
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Excellent service - arrived on time and completed within estimate. Joey was my technician he could not be any more professional or efficient. Valentina handled my emergency call early on a Sunday morning and by the early afternoon I had everything back to normal. Couldn’t be more pleased with the services performed, or the professionals involved. No need to look any further, this is the place to call."
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+33

Response time12 hrs
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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V.I.P. HVAC
4.7(
91
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hector did an excellent job servicing my oil furnace, he explained everything he was doing. I will definitely use V.I.P. HVAC again."
Old furnace and evaporator coil
TIGHT SPACE
Connecting the furnace & return duct together.
Finished job. Furnace & Coil
Furnace and Coil

+107

Response time4 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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AAA HVAC, LLC
4.7(
189
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Pro: Arrived on day of service request to assess problem. Arrived on first available day after need part came in. Cons: Heater pilot light was turned off during repair and not restarted. I noted and fixed that a few days later."
New installation of mini split units
Rooftop unit
Jay our Technician
Raheem Condensing units
Our trucks at the job site

+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Valairco
4.7(
224
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1968

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work went well. It was something that was easily fixable, but I was charged a substantial amount for what turned out to be a simple problem. I knew it was going to cost, because they were upfront with the price estimate. Still, it seemed like a high price. This was a repair that I could have done if I had the patience and time to do it myself. I paid the 'lazy tax' to have someone else do it. I'm more mad at myself there. I do not fault the work and the speed of the repair. The work was done quickly and cleanly. The technician was very professional, and if I had a bigger job for them to do, I wouldn't hesitate to use them again. I'm sure I'd be 100% satisfied"
24 Hour Service
Trained Technicians
Quality Products
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+44

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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North East Home Services
4.2(
87
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"air Management stuck with me on a very complicated AC problem. They appeared responsive and kept at it until their determined that there was a pinhole leak in the copper piping inside the wall. I especially want to commend the efforts of Gary and Kurt who treated my home in a respectful manner, keeping it clean and working in a professional manner. They both deserve raises"
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Response time1 day
Response rate89%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Challenger Heating & Air Condition Corporation
4.8(
454
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Serving Scotch Plains, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt response and excellent service in an emergency. Could not have been easier or better an experience. Great consultation discussion also for future improvements down the line as well. They know their stuff. They listen. They solved what we needed today. Efficient and friendly And expert service all around."
Furnace & water tank
Furnace & water tank
Coil Replacement
Coil Replacement
Boiler replacements

+11

Response time3 hrs
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Scotch Plains, NJ

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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