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Central a/c installers in Waldorf

Perry's Air Conditioning and Heating Service
8619 Kittama Dr
5.00(
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Perry's Air Conditioning and Heating Service
8619 Kittama Dr
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
28 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We at Perry's Air Conditioning and Heating Service focus on quality not quantity. We use our 30 years of experience to install your HVAC needs with perfection. We will not leave until the job is complete. We believe customer service is number one, and promise to satisfy your needs as our first priority.

"Thrilled to share that our new HVAC system is fully installed and operating flawlessly. The installation was seamless, and the performance has exceeded expectations—improved efficiency, consistent climate control, and a noticeable boost in overall comfort. Many thanks to the team at John C Perry dba Perry's Air Conditioning & Heating Service for their professionalism and expertise throughout the process. If you're considering an upgrade, I highly recommend working with experienced professionals who can deliver both quality and peace of mind."

Hezekiah F on April 2025

We at Perry's Air Conditioning and Heating Service focus on quality not quantity. We use our 30 years of experience to install your HVAC needs with perfection. We will not leave until the job is complete. We believe customer service is number one, and promise to satisfy your needs as our first priority.

"Thrilled to share that our new HVAC system is fully installed and operating flawlessly. The installation was seamless, and the performance has exceeded expectations—improved efficiency, consistent climate control, and a noticeable boost in overall comfort. Many thanks to the team at John C Perry dba Perry's Air Conditioning & Heating Service for their professionalism and expertise throughout the process. If you're considering an upgrade, I highly recommend working with experienced professionals who can deliver both quality and peace of mind."

Hezekiah F on April 2025


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Air Source
2611 Arthur Ave
5.00(
1
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Air Source
2611 Arthur Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
23 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"They did a wonderful job. They explained everything beforehand, answered all of my questions, and they were considerate of my home. The work was done in a timely manner, and it was completed right the first time!"

K F on April 2025

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"They did a wonderful job. They explained everything beforehand, answered all of my questions, and they were considerate of my home. The work was done in a timely manner, and it was completed right the first time!"

K F on April 2025


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JW Home Improvement
849 Quince Orchard Blvd
4.39(
5,499
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Approved Pro
JW Home Improvement
849 Quince Orchard Blvd
4.39(
5,499
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
6429 local quotes requested
24 years of experience

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Fine it was fine"

Jonathan S on April 2025

JWHI provides world-class customer service with consistent and superior workmanship. We strive to be the trusted market leader in the home improvement industry. Proudly, we are Super Service Award Winner for over a decade, and we plan to keep that streak going! Contact us today to discuss your next handyman or remodeling project. Our mission is to provide you with a happy home improvement experience!

"Fine it was fine"

Jonathan S on April 2025


Oliver Home Services
123 Main St.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Oliver Home Services
123 Main St.
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
1 years of experience

We specialize in Handyman Services: TV installation Curtain Rod Hanging Picture Hanging Emergency Roof Tarping Roof Inspections Storm Restoration Roofing We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call - or - Click to schedule an appointment today!

"John did an excellent job of documenting storm damages to my roof and making the argument for a full roof replacement with insurance. He was professional, on-time, and very knowledgeable."

Madhu R on June 2024

We specialize in Handyman Services: TV installation Curtain Rod Hanging Picture Hanging Emergency Roof Tarping Roof Inspections Storm Restoration Roofing We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service. Call - or - Click to schedule an appointment today!

"John did an excellent job of documenting storm damages to my roof and making the argument for a full roof replacement with insurance. He was professional, on-time, and very knowledgeable."

Madhu R on June 2024


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The Doctor House, LLC
9290 Towerside Dr
4.56(
126
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Approved Pro
The Doctor House, LLC
9290 Towerside Dr
4.56(
126
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
809 local quotes requested
19 years of experience

The Doctor House, Handyman, we can do almost everything, using good materials, no job is to small if we can't do we have a business partners and we can help you with your Home Improvement or your HONEY DO LIST, also we am do interior and exterior painting, drywall repair and hanging, finishing, roof repair, light electric, and light pluming, deck repair, kitchen, basements, laundry rooms, and much more.

"Carlos was very friendly and knowledgeable. I will use him for a future project."

Liam T on April 2025

The Doctor House, Handyman, we can do almost everything, using good materials, no job is to small if we can't do we have a business partners and we can help you with your Home Improvement or your HONEY DO LIST, also we am do interior and exterior painting, drywall repair and hanging, finishing, roof repair, light electric, and light pluming, deck repair, kitchen, basements, laundry rooms, and much more.

"Carlos was very friendly and knowledgeable. I will use him for a future project."

Liam T on April 2025


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Fry Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
327 L St NE
4.67(
317
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Approved Pro
Fry Plumbing Heating & Air Conditioning
327 L St NE
4.67(
317
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
3259 local quotes requested
77 years of experience

For over 69 years, Fry Plumbing, Heating & AC has been based in and served the Greater Washington, DC area with a commitment to service and value. We appreciate your interest and look forward to earning your business. Preferred dealer of TRANE, Ruud, and Carrier HVAC; AO Smith and State Water Heaters; Weil McLein and Burnham Boilers. LICENSE #S: 14696-01 (MARYLAND), 216 (WWSC), 2701024849A (NORTHERN VIRGINIA), 603 (WASHINGTON DC).

"When my air conditioner stopped blowing cold air and I couldn't reach my normal A/C repairman, I called Fry based on good reviews on Angi. It was a Monday in August and I expected to be added to a long wait list. But after giving all of my information to the office manager, she told me that someone would be at my house in 30 minutes. Two technicians arrived on time, thoroughly inspected the condenser, diagnosed the problem, discussed options with me, and quickly returned the unit to full operation. They even cleaned the condenser coils to ensure a more productive heat exchange. I'll use Fry for all of my heating, a/c, and plumbing issues in the future."

Richard S on August 2021

For over 69 years, Fry Plumbing, Heating & AC has been based in and served the Greater Washington, DC area with a commitment to service and value. We appreciate your interest and look forward to earning your business. Preferred dealer of TRANE, Ruud, and Carrier HVAC; AO Smith and State Water Heaters; Weil McLein and Burnham Boilers. LICENSE #S: 14696-01 (MARYLAND), 216 (WWSC), 2701024849A (NORTHERN VIRGINIA), 603 (WASHINGTON DC).

"When my air conditioner stopped blowing cold air and I couldn't reach my normal A/C repairman, I called Fry based on good reviews on Angi. It was a Monday in August and I expected to be added to a long wait list. But after giving all of my information to the office manager, she told me that someone would be at my house in 30 minutes. Two technicians arrived on time, thoroughly inspected the condenser, diagnosed the problem, discussed options with me, and quickly returned the unit to full operation. They even cleaned the condenser coils to ensure a more productive heat exchange. I'll use Fry for all of my heating, a/c, and plumbing issues in the future."

Richard S on August 2021


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Aire Serv of Prince Georges County
9701 Apollo Ave
4.36(
11
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Approved Pro
Aire Serv of Prince Georges County
9701 Apollo Ave
4.36(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
637 local quotes requested

Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning can provide many services to keep you and your family comfortable. A few of the products and services we can provide for your heating, cooling and indoor air quality needs are Service and Repair, System Maintenance, Advantage Member Plans, Replacement & Installation, Guarantees, Air Cleaning and Purification, Duct Sealing, Indoor Air Quality, Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Products, and Commercial Services for your business. Our Exclusive Written Guarantees Are Designed to Protect You and Your Home Request a free home estimate, Design your own heating and cooling system, Shop for filters or accessories online, Request an In-Home Aire Quality Survey.

"Furnace wasn’t working"

Deborah H on November 2024

Aire Serv Heating & Air Conditioning can provide many services to keep you and your family comfortable. A few of the products and services we can provide for your heating, cooling and indoor air quality needs are Service and Repair, System Maintenance, Advantage Member Plans, Replacement & Installation, Guarantees, Air Cleaning and Purification, Duct Sealing, Indoor Air Quality, Heating, Air Conditioning and Indoor Air Quality Products, and Commercial Services for your business. Our Exclusive Written Guarantees Are Designed to Protect You and Your Home Request a free home estimate, Design your own heating and cooling system, Shop for filters or accessories online, Request an In-Home Aire Quality Survey.

"Furnace wasn’t working"

Deborah H on November 2024


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Perdue Heating & Air LLC
Member
4.92(
65
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Approved Pro
Perdue Heating & Air LLC
Member
4.92(
65
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers
217 local quotes requested

Discover the undisputed leader in heating and cooling systems for residential and commercial buildings—Perdue Heating & Air, LLC In business for 40 years, we specialize in high efficiency heating and cooling systems, and we work with all makes and models of heating and air-conditioning units. Expert Services at Affordable Prices Whether you need a heat pump installation or tune-up for your air-conditioning unit, we provide a variety of expert services at prices that are very competitive for the industry in our area. Contact our heating and air-conditioning company in Laplata, Maryland, for complete HVAC services, including heat pump installations. We provide air conditioning and heating service and replacement of equipment. We offer service contracts and we are a veteran owned company with over 55 years of experience.

"They did quality work They are on time Very professional"

Lori S on September 2021

Discover the undisputed leader in heating and cooling systems for residential and commercial buildings—Perdue Heating & Air, LLC In business for 40 years, we specialize in high efficiency heating and cooling systems, and we work with all makes and models of heating and air-conditioning units. Expert Services at Affordable Prices Whether you need a heat pump installation or tune-up for your air-conditioning unit, we provide a variety of expert services at prices that are very competitive for the industry in our area. Contact our heating and air-conditioning company in Laplata, Maryland, for complete HVAC services, including heat pump installations. We provide air conditioning and heating service and replacement of equipment. We offer service contracts and we are a veteran owned company with over 55 years of experience.

"They did quality work They are on time Very professional"

Lori S on September 2021


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GROVE & SON plumbing heating & a/c
27010 Mechanicsville Rd
4.60(
20
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Approved Pro
GROVE & SON plumbing heating & a/c
27010 Mechanicsville Rd
4.60(
20
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
307 local quotes requested

Thank you for considering Grove and Son! We are a family owned full- service HVAC and Plumbing business and have been serving the community for years. To ensure excellent results, our technicians are equipped with the tools and products to perform inspections and repairs on the spot. Providing great service with reliability is our passion and pride. We would love to have the opportunity to assist you with you next project. Give us a call today for all of your Heating, Cooling and Plumbing needs!

"I have used Grove for many years, and even had them replace on of my failing units. Within the past 18 months, our secondary unit started having problems and Grove came out multiple times to service the unit, explaining that it was losing refrigerant and needed to be replaced. They were always very quick to provide an estimate to replace the unit after charging it. Before replacing the unit we had a different vendor come to give a second opinion, to ensure we were informed and I am so happy that we did. We found that the unit wasn’t only running out of refrigerant, but that it was massively overcharged and that the overpressure safeties had been defeated. I’m not sure if Grove was simply negligent or if they were trying to trick us into paying for a replacement, but I can say that I won’t be using them again. The unit they replaced for us is already dead, and they are quoting us an additional $2k to repair it, putting the total cost for the unit at nearly $10k. All said I have probably paid Grove thousands of dollars and it’s impossible to tell what of that was legitimate and what of it was them running up the bill. I can tell you that at one point they made an emergency visit late at night, spent 15 minutes looking at, and cleaning my compressors, charged me $1000, and then proceeded to text me pictures of them on vacation, presumably enjoying spending the money I had paid them. While I really like Grove, I would suggest you get a second opinion regarding whatever they tell you and that you check your bill very thoroughly."

Michael G on November 2023

Thank you for considering Grove and Son! We are a family owned full- service HVAC and Plumbing business and have been serving the community for years. To ensure excellent results, our technicians are equipped with the tools and products to perform inspections and repairs on the spot. Providing great service with reliability is our passion and pride. We would love to have the opportunity to assist you with you next project. Give us a call today for all of your Heating, Cooling and Plumbing needs!

"I have used Grove for many years, and even had them replace on of my failing units. Within the past 18 months, our secondary unit started having problems and Grove came out multiple times to service the unit, explaining that it was losing refrigerant and needed to be replaced. They were always very quick to provide an estimate to replace the unit after charging it. Before replacing the unit we had a different vendor come to give a second opinion, to ensure we were informed and I am so happy that we did. We found that the unit wasn’t only running out of refrigerant, but that it was massively overcharged and that the overpressure safeties had been defeated. I’m not sure if Grove was simply negligent or if they were trying to trick us into paying for a replacement, but I can say that I won’t be using them again. The unit they replaced for us is already dead, and they are quoting us an additional $2k to repair it, putting the total cost for the unit at nearly $10k. All said I have probably paid Grove thousands of dollars and it’s impossible to tell what of that was legitimate and what of it was them running up the bill. I can tell you that at one point they made an emergency visit late at night, spent 15 minutes looking at, and cleaning my compressors, charged me $1000, and then proceeded to text me pictures of them on vacation, presumably enjoying spending the money I had paid them. While I really like Grove, I would suggest you get a second opinion regarding whatever they tell you and that you check your bill very thoroughly."

Michael G on November 2023


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HPC Services
14 Iron Gate Drive
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
HPC Services
14 Iron Gate Drive
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3284 local quotes requested

15% Military and Veterans discount! $50 Water Heater Tune Up! $50 AC Tune Up! HPC Services is a proud Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business brining a fresh take on HVAC and plumbing to Maryland. Our technicians are trained to service, repair, and maintain your systems. HPC Services offers HVAC servicing and repair, HVAC replacement, new HVAC installations, ductwork, duct and vent cleaning, plumbing services and pipe repairs, main drain line snaking, line snaking, drain cleaning, clog removal and more! Financing available!

"Brandon identified and isolated the water leak immediately. His expertise and speed were unmatched."

Ashley S on February 2025

15% Military and Veterans discount! $50 Water Heater Tune Up! $50 AC Tune Up! HPC Services is a proud Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business brining a fresh take on HVAC and plumbing to Maryland. Our technicians are trained to service, repair, and maintain your systems. HPC Services offers HVAC servicing and repair, HVAC replacement, new HVAC installations, ductwork, duct and vent cleaning, plumbing services and pipe repairs, main drain line snaking, line snaking, drain cleaning, clog removal and more! Financing available!

"Brandon identified and isolated the water leak immediately. His expertise and speed were unmatched."

Ashley S on February 2025

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Central a/c installations FAQs

If you’re replacing an old AC system with a new unit, you can usually clean and repair the old ductwork without having to conduct a full replacement. Cleaning HVAC ducts typically costs around $400, while repairs range from $200 to $1,000. In contrast, installing new ductwork can range from $1,000 to $5,000, making it far more costly than cleaning or fixing existing ducts. HVAC installation costs an average of $7,000 to replace a full system, so staying on top of maintenance and repairs is important.

AC cost efficiency depends on the size of your space and your long-term plans for your home. If you only need to cool a small area, a portable AC unit has a low upfront cost. Heat pumps are typically the most cost-effective option if you want to cool an entire home or improve the resale value. They provide strong cooling while being energy-efficient, which saves you money on your utility bills compared to most other AC types.

Installing a central AC unit typically takes four to eight hours if your home already has ductwork in place. However, if new ductwork needs to be installed, this can add another one to two days of labor to your project.

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