One of our 20-year old furnaces was identified as defective and was locked out by the technician on December 26th. It was necessary to replace it before truly cold winter weather returned. Due to the age of the equipment, we decided to replace the two furnaces, one air conditioning unit, and a hot-water heater. I contacted and received quotes for the work from four heating and air conditioning contractors. One of these was Mike's Heating and Cooling which I contacted based on excellent reviews of their previous work. Mike, the owner, came by the next day and prepared an estimate on the spot. I was impressed by his knowledge of local codes and the fact that he checked small details and noticed some potential problems. He suggested Bryant heating and air conditioning equipment sized to match the existing equipment based on a balance of their reliability and cost considerations. He indicated he could complete the work within a few days of a decision even though it was the week between Christmas and the New Year. Three of the quotes I received were relatively close together, but careful reading of the proposals showed that Mike had specified superior models in several cases. Based on pricing, reputation, experience, and my own impressions I decided to go with Mike's company on January 2 (a Thursday). It turned out to be a great choice. Mike and his coworkers delivered the necessary equipment the following day, and five workers arrived on Monday to perform the work. They completed this extensive job in a single day. Just in the nick of time, there was a cold snap the next day, followed by snow. The work was performed in an efficient and neat manner. Care was taken to meet all code requirements since we arranged to have the work inspected by the county. A couple of days later Mike returned to make sure everything was operating correctly and to change a filter on a humidifier and deal with some rust he had noticed on the return duct in the basement. Further investigation showed that the rust was due to a significant leak from a drain immediately above the duct. Without Mike's careful attention to detail this potentially serious problem might not have been identified. It is never a good thing to have to replace such expensive systems in a home and the whole experience is very stressful. I feel lucky to have identified Mike as the contractor for this work. His pricing, professionalism, and responsiveness did much to make an unpleasant situation more tolerable. I recommend Mike's Heating and Cooling for this type of job without any reservations. read more

When things break, I usually follow a set procedure of 1) trying to figure out if I can fix it myself and 2) See if someone in my family (some of whom are skilled technicians) can fix it. Its cheaper but takes a few extra days. Well, when my heat went out back in February (which was really cold), I knew I could not take my usual long approach to try to save some money and needed a skilled technician right away. I called Mike after reading the Yelp reviews and am pleased to say I know have my "AC guy". Mike was able to squeeze me into his schedule right away. I had no part broken, but the fix was nonetheless semi-tricky. The code apparently was showing I had a clog somewhere in my gas furnace inhibiting fresh air intake necessary for proper combustion. I hadn't touched the furnace in years and Mike found that I had vines growing on the exhaust valve. He removed them and vacuumed out air intake valve on the heater. The charge was entirely reasonable. This seemed to alleviate the problem as the furnace began operating and the house promptly warmed up. But it proved temporary. A couple days later the heat went out again. I called Mike and he came out the next day. He discovered a separate clog (I believe it was in the condensation discharge line--it was inside the house whereas the prior clog was outside) and was able to fix the problem for good. Mike carefully explained it was a separate problem and charged a separate fee, but I felt the fee was entirely reasonable and worth it. In fact, across the two separate visits, I believe I paid less than some other companies would have charged for a single visit. And for those who believe I may be being naive, I also had Mike perform a separate job for me of installing a new thermostat. In the process, the AC wiring must have somehow got disconnected, as my AC did not turn on when I tested it out a couple weekends ago. But I only discovered this a full 2 months after Mike performed the work. I called Mike this past week and he promptly fixed it for free as part of his general warranty. Mike also suggested a few maintenance items I could do myself. Overall I am very satisfied. read more

Mike came out to my townhouse to inspect a heat pump that wouldn't allow the outdoor unit to turn on, or would shut it off after about 30 seconds -- typical symptom of a low refrigerant level. Mike came out the next day and offered comprehensive service to find and repair the leak, and included various price estimates (depending on where the actual leak would be found). He also gave estimated prices for replacing the system. I opted for the repair and he came back with a partner 3 days later to perform a leak search. After 3 hours of isolating the different parts of the system and testing each one (first the lines, then the indoor unit, then the outdoor unit), it became apparent that the indoor coil had a pinhole leak somewhere. He left his gauges on the pressurized indoor unit for 2 days and sure enough -- steady consistent drop in pressure each time I checked (every few hours or so). The following week he came back with a new coil and spent another 6 hours or so making the repair, vacuuming the lines, reconstructing the condensate line, adding lost refrigerant, and checking all the connections. Sadly, I barely needed heat after the repair, as the weather finally decided it was time for spring! But I have since needed the A/C a few times and it is quite cold - spits out of the vents at about 52 - 53*F once it gets going. After a few weeks the was a problem with water leaking around the unit. I called Mike on a Sunday and he came out that evening and found the condensate line was clogged, which he proceeded to replace without any additional cost. All around I've been very happy with the service. Mike is very professional and straightforward, sticks to his reasonable prices, and takes the time to do the job right. There might be cheaper HVAC techs out there, but I'm not going to find out. I'll stick with Mike. read more

I give the highest recommendation to this HVAC Company. Mike and his team did an excellent job. Very late on a Wednesday afternoon, my A/C unit for the main floor stopped working. I called my regular HVAC company with whom I had 2 HVAC maintenance agreements (costing close to $800 annually) and was told that a technician could not come until the following week. I was having house guests and a family party that weekend and needed a working A/C unit. I called Mike's at around 5 pm, and he personally answered the phone. Mike sent a technician to my house that evening. I knew that I needed a new unit because we had been having problems before. Mike came to the house first thing on Thursday morning to provide an estimate. Mike than got on the phone with several Carrier distribution locations to locate a new unit and drove to Baltimore that afternoon to pick up the unit. He arrived with his team on Friday to install the new unit. They were so professional and extremely efficient and my new unit was up and working by noon. Their clean up and removal of the old unit was spotless. In the end, a new unit was installed in less than 36 hours -- how's that for service! The installation of the new unit with labor costs was $2500 less than what my former HVAC company had quoted to me. Needless to say, I cancelled my existing maintenance agreements and will be now be a loyal customer for Mike's Heating & Cooling. Charlotte S. read more

Mike has been an incredible find. I first used him on a hot day when my central AC went out. He showed up as promised a few hours later and was able to diagnose and fix the problem on the spot. Made for a much nicer hot summer night. We also discussed the age and condition of my system - it was getting on its last legs, but I wasn't quite ready to invest in a new furnace & AC. Mike didn't push but was very honest explaining all the options and costs. Fast forward a year or so and inevitably the furnace went out. My first call was to Mike, who came over that afternoon even though he was busy. We spent a lot of time going over the options & I decided it was time to invest in a new system rather than replacing another expensive part. Once we agreed to what I considered a very fair price for the amount of work he and his crew needed to do, Mike took it all from there. That included providing a much more efficient system & correcting a poorly installed exhaust. He got the equipment the next morning & started the installation that afternoon. He even fixed issues he found along the way without asking for more money. We were back up and running in no time. Mike is one of those guys you want to only tell your good friends about, but he really deserves for everyone to know what a great job he does. read more

This past week we tried turning on our a/c and were disappointed to find that the air was not cold. We called several companies and Mike's was the only one that was able to make a house visit the same day. Upon his arrival, he inspected our compressor and a/c unit and explained that our unit was two decades old and that it would be expensive to diagnose and repair such an old unit. Considering the age of the unit, his recommendation was to replace the unit entirely. While it was rather upsetting to get this sort of news, Mike delivered the news very professionally and it never felt like he was being pushy. After discussing his recommendation me and my wife both agreed that it was the better long-term solution despite the higher immediate cost. In the same visit, Mike drafted a contract that we all signed and I submitted a deposit for the work to get done. Mike replaced the unit 3 days later with his team and they were FAST. They arrived at my home by 8:30AM and out by 2:30PM. The team was very professional and mindful about cleaning up after themselves. Overall, my experience with Mike and his team was supreme and I look forward to many years of doing business with him in the future. If you're in the market for a new HVAC technician, look no further, Mike is the man! read more

Yesterday was the lead-up to forecasted days of bitter cold weather, so naturally, that is the day the heater decides to take a break. Our regular HVAC person was unavailable, so we went to Yelp looking for a Five-Star solution. We connected with Mike, the owner of Mike's Heating and Cooling Inc. He told us he was sending out one of his really good technicians, Ray, the same day to address our problem. He arrived right on time and within 20 minutes, knew exactly what was causing the problem and knew just what it would take to fix it. While Ray extracted the bad part from our furnace, Mike (the owner) drove from his office to the distributor to pick-up the new part and deliver it to my home so the new part could be installed immediately (just as snow started top fall). Wow! Taking about outstanding customer service, that is just what we received. Mike and Ray quickly responded to our call for assistance, arrived at the promised time, diagnosed the problem, fixed the furnace and left everything just as it was when he arrived. Thanks Mike and Ray and I am giving serious consideration to the service contract to avoid future winter-time surprises. Clarence S. read more

We are very pleased to have discovered Mike's Heating and Cooling of Silver Spring. We had a mysterious breakdown of our high end HVAC hybrid system. The first couple of contractors contacted seemed less than interested in explaining anything about the system, only in getting a commitment to fix it for a specific minimum price. In contrast, Mike Z. of Mike's Heating & Cooling Inc of Silver Spring took the time to explain the likely problem, options to fix the problem, and proposals to take advantage of the remaining time of the system's warranty. Because of the outside low temperatures, it was not possible to completely diagnose, fix, and verify the fix immediately (this is a real issue with heat pumps in the winter). Fortunately we have natural gas backup. Mike promised to return on the first warm set of days and that he did without prompting, just in time for air conditioning weather. My feeling is that Mike has excellent HVAC skills and matches that with integrity and commitment to take care of his customers. Repeating what another reviewer said, Mike is very friendly, down to earth and easy to work with. Reasonable prices as well! read more

Mike Zamani's service was exceptional. We met a week ago to see whether he could replace the commercial heat pump in our condo. The units installed when the building was new were no longer available. A large contractor told us we couldn't put in a heat pump, and had to switch to expensive all-electric heating. Mike visited dealers and found the closest available size heat pump (4 inches taller), and had a duct expert visit the condo to ensure the new unit could be fitted into the existing sleeve and closet. Both returned today with the additional personnel needed to complete the job. The removal of the old unit was a thriller of tiny tolerances: removal of breaker boxes and doors to complete. Installing the new model meant redesigning and creating the ducts, rerouting the airflow, and changing the breaker boxes. Within 6-1/2 hours, the removal, the redesign, the creation of the new ducts and airflows, and the testing of the heating and cooling was finished. The thorough cleanup made the place look like nothing had happened. Super service, and Mike's price was better than the large contractor's for a more expensive form of heat. read more

The first time I called Mike, I was desperate. It was an extremely hot day at the beginning of the summer season and the AC wasn't working. I called several places, all had over a wait of over a week. I called Mike and he was able to squeeze me in the very next morning. He fixed the AC and it has been working beautifully ever since. The second time I called for a different issue. I needed to have the damper in one of the units fixed/repaired. It had been broken for several months and ARS -who installed the AC in my brand new house- would charge me over $2,000.00 to have the damper and board replaced (which is why I was waiting to have it fixed). I called Mike and he sent Ray, who was extremely professional and knowledgeable. He came to my house to see what the problem was, ordered the part and came back a few days later to install it. He worked diligently until he fixed everything; it turns out the board was not broken and didn't need replacement. The whole thing cost a fraction of what ARS wanted to charge and unlike them, Ray actually knew what the problem was and how to fix it. Thank you, Ray! read more

I'm very glad I found Mike and his group of skilled workers. He was quick to respond on a very cold day this winter to assess the problem with my elderly mother-in-law's furnace, which had gone out. After an initial quick fix didn't hold for long, he advised replacing the very old unit. He gave an honest assessment and I never felt pressured to replace. When we decided to replace (old water heater too), the crew was very fast and efficient which was a godsend for my mother-in-law. The price was very reasonable and the new Bryant furnace and AO Scott water heater are great. A WSSC inspection was included and I delayed for a few months to have them come out to inspect. The inspector wouldn't pass the job because he couldn't see a UL listed number on the vent sleeve that goes to the chimney. I called Mike, and even though months had passed, he brought his chimney specialist back over right away and he re-installed the sleeve for no charge. It's nice to know I can call on Mike in the future. His company is honest, reasonably priced, fast, friendly and very respectful of homeowner's situations. read more

I cannot say enough how glad I am that I found MIke's on Yelp when I needed a heating repair during the cold snap in 2018. Since then, Mike has been my go-to for all of my HVAC needs. Mike is the most knowledgeable, honest and trustworthy tradesman I have ever met. He takes the time to explain what the issue is, even if it means he talks himself out of a job. But whatever you do, hire Mike's for all of your HVAC needs. If you are lucky, you'll also get to work with Ray, one of Mike's service techs. Together they have been to my old 1946 brick colonial at least a dozen times over the past year because I was trying to salvage old equipment. However, because of their dedication, I didn't pay until the job was diagnosed and completed and the price was far better than any of the competition. I just had Mike out to install a new AC condenser and he sent his best. Ray and Carlos. I am super pleased with Mike and I've recommended him to family, friends, neighbors and our neighborhood resource group. Use Mike's Heating and Cooling for All of your HVAC Needs! read more

As part time landlord having a trusted vendor to address my HVAC issues for my properties is critical. I have been using Mike's Heating and Cooling for numbers of years now after having a terrible experience with some of the bigger companies. Mike is a master craftsmen when it comes to HVAC systems and has a wealth of knowledge. He takes his time to troubleshoot the issue and explain what the problems are with different options. He has replaced HVAC motors, water heaters, heating boilers, installed new AC units and many more HVAC related issues for me and every time I have been happy with service and pricing is fair. Recently one of my HVAC units in PG County was broken and my tenant called complaining, I called Mike the same day and he sent his technician Ray the next day to fix the issue. All of my tenants have never complained about his services and I have referred him to other friends and family. Mike is a life saver and I couldn't say anything negative about his business or character. read more

I called Mike's Heating and Cooling out of desperation. Our property manager loves to collect our rent money to give to the landlord, but as soon as it's time to actually manage the property, he's off to Panera Bread or McDonald's to hobnob with his wealthy MAGAfriends. I spoke with Alex who was extremely professiona. he said that it looked like the unit needed cleanin. Alex got right to work and within an hour the problem was solved. As it turns out the unit on the back of the house had accumulated a significant amount of dirt and grime that was blocking air flow. Alex kept me informed of what he was doing and why through the entire process. At the end he explained the property manager's assistants in their Native Spanish what he had done. Within a day the system caught up from being cleaned and the unit functioned like it was brand new. I can't thank Alex enough for his assistance. He made my day! read more

Mike and his crew are amazing, and we are so grateful to have found him! When our A/C unit stopped working on a Friday afternoon, he was the only business we contacted who came out that day, and in less than 30 minutes! Mike and his guys gave us a fair price and exceptional service. First time we met him, he gave us a card and told us anytime, call him and he'll take care of us. While many may say this- Mike means it. A genuinely good guy, him his whole crew are skilled, professional and nice folks. While there are a lot of HVAC companies, none make you feel like you are their only customer. Mike's the only guy I call to keep my family comfortable and cool in the hot DC climate. Cannot say enough for how great Mike's service was - if you need someone to take care of your HVAC, call Mike- you will not be disappointed. read more

Wow! Very impressed. Prompt, courteous, trustworthy, reasonably priced! It's the Friday before New Year's Eve. I am out of town dealing with a water damage emergency at my Dad's house in Massachusetts and desperately in need of someone to troubleshoot a problem in my home in Silver Spring involving a thermostat that wasn't communicating with the boiler. The weather had dropped below 20 degrees for several days since I left town and my pipes were at risk of freezing. I called Mike based on his excellent reviews and reached him directly. He was on the problem in a short amount of time, retrieved the key from my neighbor, diagnosed the problem with the thermostat, and had one of his technicians rewire it pronto. Major crisis averted! Thanks, Mike. You're my new heating/cooling contractor! read more

Mike installed an HVAC unit in our single family home in 2010 and has been maintaining since then. He had been referred by a colleague that was very pleased about Mike's work. The original installation and the operation of our A/C and Furnace was and, has been flawless. Mike even updated some piping from the original installation of the home so that the new unit would operate at maximum efficiency. There was one time that a small adjustment was needed and Mike took care of it the same day. I have also found that Mikes' pricing is fair and more than competitive. Most importantly, Mike is responsive and a gentleman. He is great to deal with, gets back to us very quickly, arrives early and treats our home as if it were his own. I highly recommend Mike's Heating and Cooling. read more