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Maximum Mechanical HVAC Services, LLC
5037 Grand Beech Court
4.66(
23
)
Approved Pro
Maximum Mechanical HVAC Services, LLC
5037 Grand Beech Court
4.66(
23
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
16 years of experience

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"This company was the only one who responded, arrived and fixed our best pump. We had others that called back and made arrangements to come with a no show. Excellent service! Thank you!"

James G on August 2024

We’re a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity and treats your home as if it were our own. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We pride ourselves on the quality of our work as well as our commitment to outstanding results. We look forward to building lasting relationships and guaranteeing your satisfaction!

"This company was the only one who responded, arrived and fixed our best pump. We had others that called back and made arrangements to come with a no show. Excellent service! Thank you!"

James G on August 2024


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Pro Sky Services, Inc.
25236 Curiosity Sq
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Pro Sky Services, Inc.
25236 Curiosity Sq
5.00(
1
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Pro Sky Services, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"2/3/2021 - Glad to have found Pro Sky Wow, what a great experience I just had with Pro Sky! Our heat pump went out during an impending snowstorm. Two companies on Thumbtack were quick to respond. Pro Sky got the nod because they could dispatch a technician immediately. It mattered when our house was getting so cold so fast. It also helped that Frank explained clearly his companyâ s approach in his initial response. As soon as I confirmed the appointment with Frank, I received a text giving an ETA for technician William to come by. Oh, another thing I like about Pro Sky is they use the Housecall Pro platform to send me appointment info, estimates, and receipts. All were super clear, and the platform was so convenient. Back to William, he arrived promptly wearing a mask and minding his distance. He listened patiently to the long history of issues weâ ve had with our Carrier Infinity thermostat before setting out to run the diagnostic tests on our heat pump. The tests confirmed the system was in good shape, the problem was with the thermostat. William took the time to explain our options for a thermostat replacement and addressed all of our questions and concerns without trying to sell us any particular product (or service for that matter). That is how you earn trust and respect from your potential (and repeated) customers. We would like to rewire our full system to use a third-party thermostat, and we will request William for the job. Thanks Pro Sky! 8/18/2021 - A happy customer is a repeat customer Last week was my fourth service call to Pro Sky: (1) system rewired & thermostat replacement, (2) water heater replacement, (3) HVAC Spring services, and (4) A/C start capacitor replacement. Our A/C stopped blowing cold air on a near-100-degree day last week. Who you gonna call? Of course, I called Pro Sky. Frank reassured me he would always have availability for a loyal customer. A different technician this time, the process was the same. I received a text with a link to Housecallproâ s job description, arrival window, and estimate ($45 for a diagnosis visit). Santo arrived on time, made a quick diagnose (bad capacitor), provided a reasonable price quote for a replacement which we agreed to. He replaced the dual capacitor, did a health check of our A/C system and was done in about 30 minutes. Super efficient! The service fee was waived in our final bill. Our A/C has been running fine ever since. Thanks again, Pro Sky!"

Tammy D on February 2022

Pro Sky Services, Inc. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"2/3/2021 - Glad to have found Pro Sky Wow, what a great experience I just had with Pro Sky! Our heat pump went out during an impending snowstorm. Two companies on Thumbtack were quick to respond. Pro Sky got the nod because they could dispatch a technician immediately. It mattered when our house was getting so cold so fast. It also helped that Frank explained clearly his companyâ s approach in his initial response. As soon as I confirmed the appointment with Frank, I received a text giving an ETA for technician William to come by. Oh, another thing I like about Pro Sky is they use the Housecall Pro platform to send me appointment info, estimates, and receipts. All were super clear, and the platform was so convenient. Back to William, he arrived promptly wearing a mask and minding his distance. He listened patiently to the long history of issues weâ ve had with our Carrier Infinity thermostat before setting out to run the diagnostic tests on our heat pump. The tests confirmed the system was in good shape, the problem was with the thermostat. William took the time to explain our options for a thermostat replacement and addressed all of our questions and concerns without trying to sell us any particular product (or service for that matter). That is how you earn trust and respect from your potential (and repeated) customers. We would like to rewire our full system to use a third-party thermostat, and we will request William for the job. Thanks Pro Sky! 8/18/2021 - A happy customer is a repeat customer Last week was my fourth service call to Pro Sky: (1) system rewired & thermostat replacement, (2) water heater replacement, (3) HVAC Spring services, and (4) A/C start capacitor replacement. Our A/C stopped blowing cold air on a near-100-degree day last week. Who you gonna call? Of course, I called Pro Sky. Frank reassured me he would always have availability for a loyal customer. A different technician this time, the process was the same. I received a text with a link to Housecallproâ s job description, arrival window, and estimate ($45 for a diagnosis visit). Santo arrived on time, made a quick diagnose (bad capacitor), provided a reasonable price quote for a replacement which we agreed to. He replaced the dual capacitor, did a health check of our A/C system and was done in about 30 minutes. Super efficient! The service fee was waived in our final bill. Our A/C has been running fine ever since. Thanks again, Pro Sky!"

Tammy D on February 2022


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Brooks Heating & Air, LLC
9007 Center Street
4.65(
129
)
Approved Pro
Brooks Heating & Air, LLC
9007 Center Street
4.65(
129
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
13 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Brooks Heating & Air is dedicated to providing the best cooling, heating and air solutions for your home or business. If you need air conditioning or heating services from a well-established HVAC company in Northern VA, call Brooks Heating & Air for reliable heating and cooling services.

"satisfied"

Subbarao K on February 2023

Brooks Heating & Air is dedicated to providing the best cooling, heating and air solutions for your home or business. If you need air conditioning or heating services from a well-established HVAC company in Northern VA, call Brooks Heating & Air for reliable heating and cooling services.

"satisfied"

Subbarao K on February 2023


Mayday HVAC, LLC
6503 TOWER DR APT 103
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Mayday HVAC, LLC
6503 TOWER DR APT 103
5.00(
3
)
Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
6 years of experience

Mayday HVAC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Provided great service when it was an emergency at my mothers house and got here AC back up and running right away and was also able to service my unit same day. He showed me exactly what was wrong and was very honest and fair with the pricing and repairs. Saved my mother a lot of money!!! He definitely has a customer for life with me. His knowledge and professionalism is excellent!!!! I would recommend him to anyone!"

Mesay B on March 2024

Mayday HVAC is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

"Provided great service when it was an emergency at my mothers house and got here AC back up and running right away and was also able to service my unit same day. He showed me exactly what was wrong and was very honest and fair with the pricing and repairs. Saved my mother a lot of money!!! He definitely has a customer for life with me. His knowledge and professionalism is excellent!!!! I would recommend him to anyone!"

Mesay B on March 2024


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Ava Air Heating and Cooling, LLC
6920 Braddock Road Suite B 615
4.97(
31
)
Approved Pro
Ava Air Heating and Cooling, LLC
6920 Braddock Road Suite B 615
4.97(
31
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Ava Air Heating and Cooling, LLC, is the premiere HVAC repair service in the Springfield area, and has been servicing residents since 2002. Owner and operator, Paul Melendrez, takes great pride in his professionalism and customer satisfaction. With many years of experience, we know what it takes to get the job done right the first time. For fast, reliable and efficient service, give us a call today. You will not be disappointed.

"Showed up promptly, knowledgeable about HVAC systems, very skilled at troubleshooting, reasonable rate, and courteous."

Thiti T on May 2022

Ava Air Heating and Cooling, LLC, is the premiere HVAC repair service in the Springfield area, and has been servicing residents since 2002. Owner and operator, Paul Melendrez, takes great pride in his professionalism and customer satisfaction. With many years of experience, we know what it takes to get the job done right the first time. For fast, reliable and efficient service, give us a call today. You will not be disappointed.

"Showed up promptly, knowledgeable about HVAC systems, very skilled at troubleshooting, reasonable rate, and courteous."

Thiti T on May 2022


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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
6850 Elm St Suite 200D
4.62(
822
)
Approved Pro
JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
6850 Elm St Suite 200D
4.62(
822
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
65 local quotes requested

When it comes to great service, customers know they can count on JDL HVAC Services, for all of their home comfort needs. We don't guess and send quotes before the time of service. We quote all repairs or estimate for system replacement, after the system has been evaluated accurately by one of 5 Star Technician. That way we are able to give you a accurate and competitive quote or estimate, with no surprises. We are transparent with our customers, letting them know the best option for there comfort needs. Discover why more and more new customers choose JDL HVAC Services every year. You can be sure of quality heating and cooling solutions from repairs, too new system installations, that will take care of all your HVAC needs. We are fully licensed and insured, so you can rest assured that you are getting the best of the best working in your home.

"Amber was very accommodating regarding scheduling work around my available time. Ire was very professional and knowledgeable. He explained each step of the repair in a way I could understand and recommended future HVAC services to maintain the system."

Kim F on December 2023

When it comes to great service, customers know they can count on JDL HVAC Services, for all of their home comfort needs. We don't guess and send quotes before the time of service. We quote all repairs or estimate for system replacement, after the system has been evaluated accurately by one of 5 Star Technician. That way we are able to give you a accurate and competitive quote or estimate, with no surprises. We are transparent with our customers, letting them know the best option for there comfort needs. Discover why more and more new customers choose JDL HVAC Services every year. You can be sure of quality heating and cooling solutions from repairs, too new system installations, that will take care of all your HVAC needs. We are fully licensed and insured, so you can rest assured that you are getting the best of the best working in your home.

"Amber was very accommodating regarding scheduling work around my available time. Ire was very professional and knowledgeable. He explained each step of the repair in a way I could understand and recommended future HVAC services to maintain the system."

Kim F on December 2023


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Premium Home Services, LLC
5 Broadview Avenue
4.65(
138
)
Approved Pro
Premium Home Services, LLC
5 Broadview Avenue
4.65(
138
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

If you are looking for a personalized service experience, than we are the company for you. We provide a personable, professional, warm & easy approach to all my clients while in their home. We provide a complete evaluation of the entire situation, then communicate with you a full range of options and solutions based on you and your families particular needs and wants. Please see our reviews! We are a FULL SERVICE heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical company. We are also a Virginia Class A Licensed Residential and commercial builder. Late night no hassle emergency Service available! Call us at (540) 929-1940. www.premiumacservice.com

"Premium Home services is a scam..their customer sevice does not do anything about refunding back expensive, terrible and unfinished work. They hang up on you and give you the run around to speak with a so called manager. They send a so called professional to do the work, ask for a ridiculous amount of service call out fee and don't finish the job. The tech was unorganized and shows up hours late. Don't recommend the company."

Sonny S on June 2024

If you are looking for a personalized service experience, than we are the company for you. We provide a personable, professional, warm & easy approach to all my clients while in their home. We provide a complete evaluation of the entire situation, then communicate with you a full range of options and solutions based on you and your families particular needs and wants. Please see our reviews! We are a FULL SERVICE heating, cooling, plumbing and electrical company. We are also a Virginia Class A Licensed Residential and commercial builder. Late night no hassle emergency Service available! Call us at (540) 929-1940. www.premiumacservice.com

"Premium Home services is a scam..their customer sevice does not do anything about refunding back expensive, terrible and unfinished work. They hang up on you and give you the run around to speak with a so called manager. They send a so called professional to do the work, ask for a ridiculous amount of service call out fee and don't finish the job. The tech was unorganized and shows up hours late. Don't recommend the company."

Sonny S on June 2024


Avatar for Home Remedies Handyman Services LLC
Home Remedies Handyman Services LLC
4501 Glendale Road
4.95(
37
)
Approved Pro
Home Remedies Handyman Services LLC
4501 Glendale Road
4.95(
37
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 97% of Angi customers
Recommended by 97% of HomeAdvisor customers
835 local quotes requested

We preform all types of home, office and commercial repairs including preventative maintenance and emergency services. All types of new plumbing installs as well as repairs. Find and repair water leaks, electrical work, drywall and painting. Handyman services and total bathroom / kitchen remodels. Master carpentry, window / door installation and repairs. We are a company that takes pride in our projects and quality is a must no matter what type of service has been requested!

"Outstanding work yet again. We had our bathroom lighting replaced and Mike performed another great job. Came out to meet with us, went over the details of the job and knocked it out in the right time at the right price and as always the work was fantastic."

Malcolm M on September 2024

We preform all types of home, office and commercial repairs including preventative maintenance and emergency services. All types of new plumbing installs as well as repairs. Find and repair water leaks, electrical work, drywall and painting. Handyman services and total bathroom / kitchen remodels. Master carpentry, window / door installation and repairs. We are a company that takes pride in our projects and quality is a must no matter what type of service has been requested!

"Outstanding work yet again. We had our bathroom lighting replaced and Mike performed another great job. Came out to meet with us, went over the details of the job and knocked it out in the right time at the right price and as always the work was fantastic."

Malcolm M on September 2024


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J&M Mheet Metal inc
New on HomeAdvisorNew on Angi
Approved Pro
J&M Mheet Metal inc
New on AngiNew on HomeAdvisor
Approved Pro
838 local quotes requested
20 years of experience

In need for a local handy man to fix your home problems? Or maybe you're looking for someone to do your interior/ exterior work in your home? We are here to help! Our purpose for this company is to ensure high quality, trustworthy, and professional work. Tambien se tabla Español!!!

In need for a local handy man to fix your home problems? Or maybe you're looking for someone to do your interior/ exterior work in your home? We are here to help! Our purpose for this company is to ensure high quality, trustworthy, and professional work. Tambien se tabla Español!!!


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CIC
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
CIC
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
941 local quotes requested

Our mission is to be a handyman that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Christian was prompt, communicative, and did great work for us at a fair price that matched his quote. I would hire CIC again for sure."

Tim S on April 2025

Our mission is to be a handyman that brings back the personal touch with our customers. We will build a relationship that will last a lifetime after you see our quality work. As a locally owned and operated business we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. We won't leave until the job is done right! Call or click to schedule an estimate today!

"Christian was prompt, communicative, and did great work for us at a fair price that matched his quote. I would hire CIC again for sure."

Tim S on April 2025

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Central a/c service or repairs FAQs

In most cases, you’ll never need a recharge unless the system develops a leak. If that happens, expect to top it off every two to three years—or sooner—until the leak is repaired. Keeping refrigerant at the right level lets your AC run efficiently and prevents extra wear on the compressor.

Plan on about 5 to 10 minutes per pound of refrigerant. Since each ton of cooling needs 2 to 4 pounds, a typical three-ton unit requires 6 to 12 pounds and roughly 30 minutes to 2 hours of work. Your tech will confirm the exact time once they know the size of your system and the amount of Freon it lost.

Skip the DIY. The EPA limits refrigerant sales and handling to certified technicians, and violators can face fines of up to $10,000. A licensed pro has the tools to find leaks, make repairs, and recharge the system safely. Hiring one keeps you on the right side of the law and protects your AC from costly mistakes.

Watch for ice on the evaporator coil, water pooling around the unit, frequent hissing, higher power bills, longer cooling cycles, or warm air from the vents. Spotting these red flags early lets you call a pro before efficiency drops and repair costs climb.

Coolant can escape when components crack or corrode, connectors loosen, factory defects slip through, or installation work leaves joints vulnerable. Years of vibration and wear also take a toll on seals and copper tubing. Because each cause calls for a different fix, let a licensed HVAC pro pin down the source and handle the repair.

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