Updating after I revised my profile to indicate I actually live here, not SF. Outstanding. Our heat pump has been iffy since we moved in three years ago. It finally turned into an iceberg in mid-November during the cold snap (reversing valve sensor inop). It took a couple visits to diagnose, acquire parts, and fix all the issues, and Doug's team kept us updated on progress throughout. However, the best part was when James asked if the unit was still under warranty. We checked and it was, with only two weeks remaining on the covered period! So all the parts were covered and the work was completed before the deadline. Considering how much time they spent I was very pleased with the final bill. And their mindset to ask about our warranty just shows they're doing their best to save their customers money. Highly recommended! Thank you, Doug and Team! read more

Had them come out to check out my unit as my AC wasn't working. Charged me literally hundreds of dollars ($960) not included their "diagnostic quote". Didn't end up working. Had another company come out- $250 and working. Avoid, avoid, avoid read more

Our A/C stopped cooling. We called one place to address the issue, but after 10 minutes, the guy told us he fixed it and left. It didn't work. So we called another place with good ratings, Mills River Mechanical. They sent out 2 great guys, Eric & Elijah. They inspected both inside and out, then began working on the issue. Within the hour, they found the problem, replaced the broken cylinder and BOOM! We had A/C! They were efficient, but they were also very professional and kind! We would recommend Mills River Mechanical to ANYone in our area (We live in Hendo). ~Janey Ryan read more

new dual fuel system installedoct 2025. great attention to detail. did everythin that was in the quote. answered all the questions. i would recommend them. read more

Our AC went out on Saturday, June 22, during some of the hottest days we have had this summer. I emailed Mills River Mechanical on Monday, June 24. Doug called within the hour and said he would be out between 3-5 on Tuesday. He was there, just like he said he would be. Doug replaced the capacitor and had the air back running within the hour. This is our second time using Mills River Mechanical and both have been excellent experiences. Doug and his team are very friendly and knowledgeable. His prices are fair and service is extraordinary. read more

Our heat went out on Sunday in the recent cold spell, and we called Mills River Mechanical for help. We got an immediate response, and they came out the very next day and did the repair. Their responsiveness was awesome, and the mechanic who came out, James, was very thorough and professional. Our heat is back on, the system is running well, and we couldn't be happier! We are a very satisfied new customer. read more

Prompt, courteous and they go the extra mile! This is a small business (with the care and attention often characteristic of such). My AC wasn't working and unfortunately they weren't able to schedule me out for a week, but the kind lady who set up my appointment assured me they would squeeze me in if anything opened up. I got a call back within 2 days from Doug to fit us in that afternoon. Our tech, who was kind, courteous and thorough, came out and spent a lot of time trying to determine how he could revive our old AC unit. He spent time with the owner (Doug) over the phone as together they tried problem solving exploring different options. Unfortunately, the repairs to this old system are such that it makes more sense to invest in replacing it all together. I will be using this company for the replacement because I trust their word, integrity, and their service. Highly recommend! read more

When we had a carbon monoxide alarm in our house Doug Peery with Mills River Mechanical spent multiple hours trying to find the leak. Once it was determined we needed two new systems Doug did the installation. He arrived on time, was extremely pleasant to work with, and very trustworthy. There were a lot of complications with our installation and Doug kept at it. He worked consistently until the furnaces were installed correctly and running smoothly. He even worked through a weekend to get it done and kept us informed as to the work and problems. I highly recommend Doug and will definitely be calling him again if we need any other work. read more

Had an emergency situation on a Saturday. The lady that answered the phone was very polite and helpful and Doug fit me in his busy schedule. He arrived when he said he would, kept in communication and best of all, he fixed the problem. Doug is clearly committed to his profession and I would highly recommend read more

Wow. Doug Peery is a rare gem in the world of mechanical contractors. He is thoughtful and thorough in assessing the problem with your system and will work diligently to get you up and running. I can't recommend him enough and you can't find a better HVAC guy. Truly, a man of integrity. read more

Doug Peery of Mills River Mechanical was everything you could want when you hire a professional contractor to work on your house. When Doug came to my house to assess the situation, I immediately liked him; he was easy to relate to and on first the first meeting seemed trustworthy. Prior to Doug coming to my home, I had another "highly recommended" HVAC "professional" come to my house. He charged me $600 for putting Freon into the unit without checking for the leak. A big No/NO when it comes to repairing the unit as I found out when the unit stopped working after 5 hours later. When I spoke with the man, he was extremally defensive and wanted to sell me a unit he pulled out of a house that he installed a new unit in, for $1000.00 Again no guarantee. Would not stand behind the service he was charging me for. Not only was I upset about the money I lost but even worse, I was put into a bad position with the friend that recommended him so highly. The first repairman was lazy and greedy. Trying to make a fast buck without putting the work in. Doug Peery was everything this guy was not. He has integrity. He is dependable. He is honest. He worked on my unit, looking for the leak for over two hours. At one point he was baffled and almost gave up. But he was determined to find it. He went back to the unit and an hour later came to me with a big smile on his face. Success! He finally found that little son of a gun leak. He repaired it, filled the unit with Freon and charged me a reasonable fee. But one of the best things that Doug Peery did was that he wrote on the receipt, "Ninety-day guarantee on all work performed" WOW!. Doug is a rare breed of professional these days. A man with integrity not willing to sell his soul for a few extra "Benjamins." From now on he is my GO-TO guy for anything to do with heating and air. Thanks, Doug! You have renewed my faith in Asheville contractors. read more

Doug got my AC going just in time for a heat wave. Showed up when he said he would and completed the repair on schedule. He didn't try to talk me into replacing my entire system even tho it's pretty old. It still runs hot and cold, just needed a new blower motor which he ordered and installed. Fair price for both the motor and labor. Also gave me some maintenance tips to improve efficiency. Hopefully I can squeeze a few more years out of the system. read more

My AC stopped working and Doug to the rescue! He is personable, knowledgeable and makes sure your system is back to normal and running smoothly. He is honest and works with you to keep your system running. I would highly recommend him and will never go to anyone else with my business. read more

I've had the same AC unit for about 10 years and for the last two years I've been told I need a new one. Last week my unit wouldn't cool below 75 degrees and we have an infant who was unable to nap. I called Doug at Mills River Mechanical, he was awesome to work with. He is extremely helpful and explains each step in the process and didn't push a new unit. Thank you for the quick help and awesome work. If I have any needs I'll make sure and call you again. read more

During the hottest week of the year, our 16-year-old unit decides not to show up to work. I went on Yelp and Reddit asking locals for recommendations, and saw that Doug had 5 stars. We decided to call him on a Friday afternoon and Doug was able to come out the next day. He was flexible, knowledgeable and kind. Most importantly, he didn't try to sell us on anything that we didn't need. Doug explained what the issue was and our AC has been working like brand new ever since. If anything should happen again or if we need either unit replaced, Doug will be our go-to guy. Thank you again Doug for your patience with us and for being such a big help!! read more

This was a refreshing experience! Doug earned 5-stars in all of the important areas. He responded quickly and then communicated well throughout. He showed up. On time. With his decades of experience, Doug was generous with information so I could make educated decisions. He did not upsell me - if anything, he helped me stretch my dollars. His fees are reasonable. Doug explained the situation and different scenarios. It was 90+ degrees out and I had no A/C. When he left, my home was comfortable. Lastly, he's just a nice guy who is pleasant to talk to and share a laugh. read more