My central AC stopped blowing air so I reached out to a handful of companies…read more Alex got back to me quickly and worked with my busy schedule to agree on a day. I have a very old AC unit that's in the attic and I wasn't very optimistic but after about an hour of working on it Alex got it working again by replacing a fan and installing a new thermostat that was compatible with new part. He has to work hard as it was warm that day and probably 90 degrees on the attic . Alex was very professional and personable. Price was incredibly fair . I would recommend and I will use Alex and his company again.

Alex and his team did a wonderful job replacing our two gas funaces that were probable 70 years old…read moreat this point, no exaggeration. They were responsive, straight to the point with their estimates, knowledgeable, and very helpful with any questions we had. Very good experience front to back.

Extremely happy with the services provided by James. He installed a 6 unit/2 compressor heat pump…read moresystem in our 150+ year old house in about two days, demonstrating superior knowledge of the system and suggesting actually aesthetically pleasing choices for ducting etc. that many other contractors ignored. Price was reasonable for the scope and system specs, and James was extremely responsive and patient throughout the whole process. We also really appreciate James's help coordinating with MassSave (including some truly terrible inspections), ultimately enabling us to claim our full rebate. I'd highly recommend working with James, and we will continue to reach out to him for all our HVAC needs!

After a 3-yr search and MANY bids for a new HVAC, we settled on James Wu, who installed our system…read morelast month and proved the research paid off. Below are things I wanted to know before choosing a contractor; maybe it will be helpful for you. Our situation: 100+ yr old home with current boiler in basement. We recently insulated our walk-up attic - that would both freeze and melt items stored there - with closed-cell spray foam (more research there), added drywall and will use it for storage. This is where the air handler and ERV (for ventilation) went. Our upstairs is now ducted, with one vent running through a closet on the 2nd floor to 1st floor. We also added a Mitsibishi floor mount unit and a ceiling cassette on 1st floor. So, we had a VARIETY of equipment installed, requiring a contractor experienced in not only ducting, but mini-split installs with both a ceiling cassette and floor mount unit. We did not want the large wall mount mini split units. Our walls/ceilings are PLASTER, (metal wire mesh and cement-based): cutting them is a JOB. And, we wanted the floor mount unit RECESSED. COST - James was in-line with our other bids, which came in between 27k and 39k, largely depending on equipment recommended, with ceiling cassettes costing more. Many contractors simply would not install them, and wanted to run ducts in the corners of all upstairs rooms to first floor, which to us was a last resort. COMMUNICATION - James is very responsive to texts, emails, and even more importantly, he is a fantastic communicator. He is very calm, not pushy, explains things in an easy-to-understand way that clearly shows he knows his business. I actually told my husband after he left for the first time, "I think we may have found our guy" just based on his personality and knowledge. He's likeable, which isn't a requirement, but definitely helps. EXPERTISE - This is what truly sets James apart. Our needs were fairly complex, requiring interior ducting, 2 outside units with exterior line sets, and recessed ceiling units, but also RECESSING the inside floor unit into an interior wall. We've overseen several renovation projects recently and could tell these guys knew what they were doing. Also, they were perfectionists, and paid attention to details you don't often find with contractors. DEPENDABILITY - Not a single missed appt. Showed up on time with clear communication. The job took a week. He also helped with Masssave paperwork. They cleaned up after themselves each day, which we appreciated. KNOWLEDGE - Extremely versed in Mitsibishi equipment. He's a Diamond Contractor, which extends our warranty, but we'd have chosen him regardless. Every question I had about these units (cassette and floor unit operation, air handler, ERV, outdoor units, thermostats...) he knew the answer to. When I researched anything specific online, from multiple and trusted sources, I found the info he'd given me to be correct. I trust his knowledge and I don't automatically do that. One example: our ceiling cassette has an internal thermostat and it's off by several degrees regularly. I researched it and found we likely need an external thermostat separate from the unit to measure the room's temp. I texted James a photo showing the inaccurate reading and his immediate reply, "you need an external thermostat. I'll install one." That's what I'm talking about. INTEGRITY - Example: After the permit inspector left, James explained his philosophy on inspections. Each city apparently has different requirements. He learned several years ago how strict one particular city was, requiring a blower test to determine air tightness and the passing score was 4% or less. He got 4.1% and city wouldn't pass it. This required a lot more time/energy to go through everything and another test and more $$. So, now James says to his guys, "We install to the strictest inspection every time, regardless of the specific city's requirements, so we don't ever have to redo anything." In our case, the city didn't need a blower test but if they did, I feel confident we would have passed! I don't often take time to write reviews, esp this lengthly, but I felt it was warranted here. Finding an HVAC contractor is HARD; it's time-consuming and complicated. And a lot of money. Three years of research finally led us to James and now, looking back, it was worth the wait and headaches in research. I would highly recommend anyone in the market for a new HVAC, especially if it involves Mitsibishi and especially ESPECIALLY if it involves recessing any equipment like ceiling cassettes or wall units, to consider James Wu. He and his team are uniquely skilled in their work.

Great service and great work. He listened to all my concernsand questions. The price was great.read more

Duct Man did a great job. They assessed the problem and found the correct solution very…read moreefficiently, and this was a problem we'd had for 20 years! We're extremely happy with their work, we will use them again, and we give them a strong recommendation.

Quality of service was superb! The heat dropped to 45 with temp outside at 6 degrees on a windy…read moreSaturday. My plumber was helpful in shutting down the water and then recommended this company to replace the igniter on out Lennox gas boiler. The response from the service tech, Noah was quick, informative and professional. Amazing that it was back up and running in no time and at a very reasonable cost.

$600 for 30 mins of work, and a $15 part…read more Service is fast and friendly. I love they way they respond and follow-up, but you certainly pay for it. No rush fees or weekend charges, just a simple fix. I sent pictures ahead of time. The guy was in and out in a half hour. I asked about the huge charge and someone called back promptly. He was very friendly but made it clear... that's our price. I live around the corner and I always like to work with my neighbors. I guess everyone isn't so neighborly.

I just want to commend Mark from Zeolla Plumbing for his beyond exceptional service today. He went…read moreabove and beyond to find the source of a mystery leak and repaired it quickly. I only wish every contractor that came to my house was as professional, courteous and thorough as Mark! Kudos to Zeolla plumbing for providing your customers with service like this! I would not use any other plumber!

Dishonest and high pressure sales tactics. I have a 3 fam that I rent out. One of my tenants…read morecomplained about not having heat. I made an appointment with Zoella for the next day. Upon arrival the tech called me and said my systems were so old they would not touch them. They said two were not working (which was a lie) and that I should replace all 3. They made a point to stress safety as their top concern and also said I would never be able to find parts. They quickly gave me a proposal and stressed that they needed to know right away to make it happen for the following week. All this despite having never even looked at my systems to see if they could figure out what was wrong. I was able to get another licensed heating company out the same day. The other company's tech confirmed that two of my systems were operating exactly as they should which was confirmed by my tenants. The unit that I called about needed a new transformer and it fired right up without issue and the tech confirmed all 3 units were operating safely. Zeolla operates akin to a dishonest mechanic or a surgeon doing unnecessary surgery, and these guys should be investigated. The worst part is that they were willing to let my tenant go without heat for an extended period of time in order to con me.

Bob knows his stuff!!! ; stays with it until it is properly repaired. What more can I sayread more

Bob's installation of our Ecobee Smart Thermostats was stellar! Due to the home's age, the job…read morepresented interesting challenges along the way, but with his technical expertise, he was able to overcome the issues in short order. We were also very pleased with his communication, knowledge, professionalism and workmanship. Couldn't recommend him enough!

Finding a trustworthy and skilled appliance repair person is like trying to find an honest car…read moremechanic: brutal. But somehow I was lucky enough to find this place. I called them when my Bosch dishwasher gave the dreaded E15 error code. They gave me an appointment surprisingly fast, and the technician Ernie arrived exactly when he told me he would. He explained everything to me and showed me what was going on, and the cost of the repair was very reasonable. Ernie actually had to order a part and return a second time to install it, and I can't say enough great things about how professional he was. He called me the day before to confirm the appointment time. He showed up on-time. He was efficient. And he had a very easygoing demeanor. My dishwasher is working great now, and I'll be calling this place from now on for all my appliance repair needs.

My dishwasher bit the dust after 30 years. It was inevitable and it was a slow death. We hung on as…read morelong as we could through leaks and crap still stuck on plates.. ENOUGH I said and we went out and pulled the trigger on a brand new Samsung. Nothing dramatic here just a short story of making a few calls and having 1 prompt call back. Roy came today and professionally told me what was involved, not the easiest install he said but he got right to it. We chit chatted a bit he knew my cousins from Randolph bla bla. Installed in no time. We turned it on and it ran like the 600 dollar top it is. He also looked at the double oven which is also hiccupping and said he'd check for available parts. I asked him to dispose the old unit and he said yes it is a small fee for the time. No problem I said. Well worth it. Nice guy, professional service and professional results. Recommended.

If you're looking for an honest, efficient and cost effective business please consider Castillo. I…read morewas impressed by the level of communication, follow-up and pricing. John communicated the entire way on availability, acceptable forms of payment and explanation on the issue/solution for solving it. Sidenote: I had originally sent out a mass yelp service request for quotes and many companies didn't have availability. John had actually took initiative to follow up if my issue was already resolved (which it was not) and came out within a few hours same day to service my home. I feel relieved to have found a hvac company I can trust for maintenance and repairs. John also told me if the heat gives me the same issue he will come out for free for follow up. Please support this business based off integrity, honesty and affordability in this economy.

Castillo & Daughters Affordable Heating and Cooling Repairs did an amazing job servicing my A/C…read more From start to finish, they were professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to making sure everything met my expectations. You can tell right away that this is a company that takes pride in their work and treats customers with honesty and respect. The service was thorough, the communication was clear, and the pricing was more than fair -- especially for the quality of work they deliver. It's rare to find a company that's both skilled and personable, but they truly are. My A/C is running perfectly now, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. Highly recommend Castillo & Daughters to anyone looking for reliable, affordable, and trustworthy HVAC service.

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Got fed up with 2 leaking water spickets outside. I called 3 local plumbers near me. Only Macdonald…read morecalled back. In fact they came over late same day and gave me a price to fix it now. I agreed and the technician got the job done in short order and I am happy. The price was a bit higher than I thought it would be but I get it small job, service call, parts, he gets paid, company makes a little. It's all good. Hey I got it done immediately and was watering my plants immediately after he left so it's all good. Nice guy too. I would definitely call them again for any other issues around the house.