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Avatar for Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
454
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Serving Takoma Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I like the tracking and instant messaging of the technician. It made it easy to determine his arrival. Troubleshooting took less than 5 minutes. I had a broken capacitor. I received an Angie's list discount. Total repair was $344.91. I don't know how much a capacitor normally costs as I don't know the exact version I received. I also was in a hurry since it was a hot day and I was going on vacation soon. He also suggested I clean the vents, which I did after he left."
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+6

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Simply Home Service, LLC
5.0(
30
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Serving Takoma Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean was very prompt in responding to me request for service and did his absolute best to accommodate my schedule at my convenience. He was very flexible overall and helped get my AC repair ASAP after it was broken. This was especially helpful since it was getting warm outside! He was on time for all of our appointments and communicated what needed to be done/fixed clearly, so I wasn’t left with a huge bill that I wasn’t expecting. Expectations are very important and he seems to understand. I would highly recommend Sean and/or his team for any issues you might have for a cost effective and friendly solution. Thank you so much for your help Sean!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Bamford Plumbing and Heating Inc
4.8(
65
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Serving Takoma Park, 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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+2

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
292
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Serving Takoma Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’m back again to write another stellar review for GAC. Last year they replaced our HVAC system; this year we circled back and had them install a home generator. This was a long and drawn out process due to the various approvals needed from Montgomery County as well as coordination with Washington Gas (which ended up not just being a simple sign off but necessitating an additional, expensive upgrade to the gas line from the street to our home). Nevertheless, GAC did a fantastic job shepherding this process over the 6+ months of waiting on stakeholders, and they were also maximally accommodating to our family’s significant constraints on time and availability (due to health concerns related to a medically fragile family member). A special kudos to Sandy M, GAC’s master electrician, who took it on personally to ensure we were taken care of all throughout this process, going above and beyond with phone calls, text messages, personal visits, etc. on behalf of my family, I want to thank GAC and am giving top marks across the board for this effort which was complex , lengthy, and ultimately successful."
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61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Hecomo
5.0(
11
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Serving Takoma Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"From not having a water supply for my whole home bypass humidifier, to having a repaired, new water supply line and instant winter comfort. All in less than two hours. Thanks Edmond and team for getting me taken care of right after I arrived home from work. Wealth of knowledge, too, about HVACs warranties, and other good general advice for first-time homeowners like myself! Glad to have signed-up tonight as a member - eligible for discounts tonight and future maintenance services. Highly recommend!"
Heating & A/C Project
Heating & A/C Project
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+8

Response time7 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Takoma Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very well. Technician, John, was patient and thorough as he cleaned and took readings of the systems. He took the time to walk me through the maintenance and care that I need to take care of the Heating and water heater systems of my newly acquired condo in Fairfax County Virginia."
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+13

Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Edwin's Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
4.9(
28
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Serving Takoma Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin was FANTASTIC!!! I found him on the HomeAdvisor app after my home warranty company failed to respond to my work order for a broken A/C unit after 3 days. I called him and he was able to provide a same-day appointment within a few hours! When he arrived, he was very knowledgeable, professional, punctual, efficient, and came prepared with all the right tools. I was very impressed with his service and look forward to him servicing my HVAC unit in a few weeks for general maintenance/preventative service. It has been so hot lately that we needed urgent service and Edwin saved the day! I would highly recommend him to others. Thanks so much again, Edwin!!!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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McCarthy Services
4.2(
370
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Serving Takoma Park, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"By far the most professional and customer friendly company I found after an exhaustive search to replace a single zone high wall ductless system. They responded without delay and were able to perform the work the next day. The Service representative who did the survey for a quote (Nick) was very knowledgeable, understood what I was looking for and provided a quote accordingly. I felt he was looking after my best interests instead of selling me something I did not need or want. The installation team (Dara and Charlie) were on time, customer friendly and did excellent work. I am now a big fan of this company due to their excellent customer interaction and quality work. Job well done."
Installing a new A/C system.
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Takoma Park, 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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