Academy Heating & Air Conditioning
Rockville, MD 20852 301-770-3100
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- 141 ratings
- 85% gave a "superior" overall rating
- - Prices 10% higher than average
- Compare 190 nearby air-conditioning & heating contractors
- "A pleasure to work with, timely -- saved us during August heat spell -- and below other estimates."
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Equipment company services/installs:
- Humidifiers
- Air ducts (sheet metal work)
- Central air conditioners
- Electric furnaces
- Gas furnaces
- Hot water heating systems
- Hot water systems pipes & radiators
- Electronic air cleaners
- Heat pumps
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