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Avatar for McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of VA
McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of VA
4.6(
373
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They delivered what they promised! Mark Walker, sale manager for The Home Depot and McCrea, worked very hard to get our 2 new Carrier units, even though equipment in short supply. The McCrea installation team got our new units up and running beautifully. We are grateful to the dedication, and hard working of every body involved to get the job done right."
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Dominion Service Heat and Air
4.1(
183
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had been told by a repairman from a company I had a service contract with that my furnace badly needed a cleaning and was quoted a price of $600 for the job as well as an additional $400 to remove a nonworking humidifier. These quotes seemed exorbitant and so I got some estimates, all much lower, and chose Dominion on the basis of reviews. Terrone said my furnace did not need a cleaning, passing up an opportunity to charge me for something I thought I needed, and repaired my humidifier for less than the cost the other company had quoted for merely removing it. He showed me what he was doing, explained how my heating system worked, and charged me a fair price for the job. I would certainly call Dominion again for any HVAC needs."
Homeowner
new hvac install
A/c unit
furnace
heat pumps

+7

Response time3 hrs
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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ARS of Virginia
4.4(
272
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Although they provide a time frame for service, frequently they are late or have to re-schedule. When ARS installed my furnace, they provided a humidifier as well. However, the humidifier is not included in the maintenance contract, and any work or filter change on the humidifier is extra. The cost is almost as much as the maintenance contract. They used to answer the phone asking how they could provide exceptional service. No longer do they ask that. Makes sense, because they do not provide exceptional service. Also, the technician seems to want to convince you to buy additional equipment, which may or may not be needed."
Install of a new A/C system.
278 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.2(
370
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"This company was prompt, gave us a reasonable price, and the system is working very well. We give them an excellent rating for their service, and would recommend them to anyone who needs HVAC repair or replacement."
Installing a new A/C system.
640 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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AMJ Air
5.0(
17
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"AJM Air is an exceptional, highly professional company. The tech who came to assess our HAVC problem was prompt and extremely knowledgeable. I am extremely confident that we will be quite pleased with the installation of our new central AC."
water heater
Spotsylvania Zone Control
Spotsylvania Zone Control
Spotsylvania Zone Control
Spotsylvania Zone Control

+2

20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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SwiftPro Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.8(
71
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Initially I was skeptical not knowing what to expect from SwiftPro because I had never used them before. They sure did surprise me with their professionalism and expertise in installing a new TRANE HVAC system in my home. Not only was the work excellent, but it was also done in a timely manner and to my full satisfaction. As an extra bonus, the new filtering system they put in actually helped in reducing my pollen allergies noticeably. Thank you Tyler, Moises, and Oscar for doing a top-notch job. If I ever need HVAC service again, i know who to call!!"
Business HVAC
HVAC Replacement
HVAC Replacement
Customer's equipment
Look at details

+11

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
158 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kingdom Air, LLC
4.7(
98
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"New to VA- but they have earned our business exclusively! Prompt service & pricing so much more affordable than other companies even NOT using AHS home warranty!"
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Premium Home Services, LLC
4.3(
167
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The Premium Home Services technician was professional, knowledgeable and meticulous. The annual service was very in-depth inside and out; including waxing our outside condensers. Highly recommend Premium Home Services for HVAC repairs and annual servicing."
old furnace
removal of old furnace
old ac
gas line installation
gas piping manifold

+11

Response time1 hour
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Stafford, VA

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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