James A Wheat & Sons

Name: James A Wheat & Sons
Address: 7834 Beechcraft Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, 20879, US
Telephone: 301-670-1944
Rating: 2.5

7834 Beechcraft Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20879 301-670-1944

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Areas Served by James A Wheat & Sons:

DC–NE
DC–NW
Montgomery Co.
Prince George's Co.

Equipment company services/installs:

Air duct cleaning
Humidifiers
Ductless mini-split systems
Air ducts (sheet metal work)
Oil furnaces

Central air conditioners
Electric furnaces
Gas furnaces
Hot water heating systems
Hot water systems pipes & radiators

Electronic air cleaners
Heat pumps
Attic fans

Consumer Comments for James A Wheat & Sons

Consumer from WASHINGTON, DC
Oct 24, 2026

They were able to come out the next day to pick up where another company had left off (first co didn't follow up) and right before another heat wave. Conducted full maintenance check, which showed a 12-year-old rooftop AC unit was low on refrigerant. Required 3 lbs, plus dye to track any leak. Cost $1,400 seemed extraordinarily high, but had no choice; fortunately it lasted all summer; uncertain whether it will last longer, but at least extended period before needing to replace the whole unit.

Consumer from WASHINGTON, DC
Jul 10, 2026

Needed the capacitor replaced on our AC - excellent communication and friendly, professional, efficient service.

Consumer from Germantown, MD
Jul 21, 2025

Best HVAC contractor that I have ever worked with. Honest and professional.

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