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Preferred Air At Preferred Air, our highly trained staff install, repair and maintain residential and commercial heating and cooling systems including furnaces, boilers, ductless mini-splits, heat pumps and central air conditioners. We offer custom ductwork and indoor air quality solutions such as air purification systems, whole-house humidifiers and dehumidifiers. Preferred Air has been proudly serving Boston’s North Shore for over 33 years. The safety and health of your families and employees are our top priorities. We offer top energy-efficient options from Carrier, Mitsubishi and Bosch and assist our customers with rebates and incentives to continue our commitment to create a better environment for tomorrow while taking care of our clients today.
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Preferred Air Inc. has been servicing homes on Boston's North Shore and surrounding areas since 1991. Through years of diligent effort and a focus on customer service, we have earned a community-wide reputation for honesty and professionalism. Our company prides itself on using the latest in heating, cooling and comfort technology.
Heating and air conditioning is vital for everyday living, within your home and business. Having an efficient, working HVAC system at all times is essential. Preferred Air's carefully selected team of highly skilled professionals is here to provide you with quality HVAC system installations, repairs, and maintenance.
Our "Preferred Membership" maintenance contracts are designed to provide homeowners with the peace of mind that their equipment is well cared for - and that their maintenance costs will be predictable for the year. Preferred Membership contract customers receive priority service over non-service contract customers.
At Preferred Air, we know how important regular maintenance is to your home's heating and cooling systems. Regular maintenance ensures that your systems are cleaned and inspected regularly to maximize their lifespan. Without regular maintenance, your home's systems break down more often, require more repairs and cost you more on your monthly energy bill.
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Laura C.
Jan 30, 2024
My gas bill skyrocketed the past three months not sure what the issue could be so I hired Preferred Air to conduct maintenance on my heating system. I had gotten an estimate from another company that was over $1200. A neighbor recommended Preferred Air The technicians were on time, professional and responsive. They even wore plastic booties over their shoes, I was charged $460 for maintenance on my heating system and tankless water heater. If you're looking for an another company, I would highly recommend Preferred Air !
Lisa Linehan
Jan 20, 2024
We could not be happier with Preferred Air. Every facet of our full heat replacement from oil to a new heat pump and new A/C went flawlessly. Brian our lead was professional and prompt with a fair quote. The installation team led by Sal and Brendan were on time and always left the job clean. Chris in the office was friendly responsive and on point. A+ I would highly recommend!
Patty Gillette
Jun 15, 2022
Just had Peter do an annual maintenance on my system. He tested and thoroughly cleaned all indoor units - removing and cleaning the filters and the internal system components including the blower wheel. I highly recommend this company for maintenance of Mitsubishi Electric ductless systems!
Eric Valarezo
Jun 02, 2022
Buyer beware! Currently obtaining bids for replacing central ac units for my 3200sq ft home. This company refused to provide a quote solely because I mentioned I've previously obtained bids. They literally said they are "competitive but not with other bids "
Steve
Mar 10, 2022
Preferred Air was one of three contractors that I requested a quote to install a ductless split type AC/Heat Pump system in my house. Right from the start of requesting the quote and the subsequent visit to my house to do a walk through, to installation every person I dealt with was professional, courteous and knowledgeable. Betty Jo Tremblay handled the quoting process and walk through and was very responsive in getting me the original quote and a requote when we decided on a change.

The two men that did the installation (sorry forgot their names) were professional, polite, knew what they were doing, cleaned up and we're here everyday on time. They installed all the wall units in the house and cleaned up after the work was done. Once the system was installed Patrick Packard came by to charge the system, get it up and running and go over the operation of the unit with us. He was very patient and did a great job showing us how to operate the wall units and remotes correctly. I would highly recommend Preferred Air.
Christopher Love
Feb 05, 2022
The house that we purchased has split units for heating and cooling with electric baseboard that we use as a backup. While a split unit system is easy to use and extremely efficient, this particular system has been plagued with leaks. We contacted Preferred air to identify the problem and address it. The first service call did not address the problem and two days later the system was blowing cold air (instead of warm).

I contacted the company. They went above and beyond to send out a second crew and address the issue. I'd like to think that I was reasonable with them, and Preferred Air was incredibly responsive. Their techs are knowledgable, diligent, and patient in explaining the work they they have performed. They earned a five star review by going the extra mile. Highly recommended.
Joshua Jarvis
Aug 26, 2021
I hired Preferred Air to do a complete furnace and A/C replacement for my home, and I couldn't be more pleased. The business folks were knowledgeable and helpful. The install team was clean, efficient, and conscientious, and issues that arose during the process were communicated clearly. My questions and concerns were addressed promptly. Shout out to Wayne, Rob, Luis, and the others who helped make this process as painless as possible.
Ildi Tary
Aug 18, 2021
Called Preferred Air in the midst of one of our heat waves and despite the fact I was a new customer, they came the next day! Great service, reasonably priced, very professional. Highly recommend! Service: HVAC repair
Matt Ellis
Jun 17, 2021
We purchased two mini-split AC units Preferred Air and we love them. The company is great to work with. Someone always answers the phone, they are friendly and honest. The on-site crews were efficient, polite and tidy. They left no mess behind in our home. Preferred Air even submits your warranty info and emails you the info for your files. I can't recommend them enough.
Jean Roberts
Mar 11, 2021
I have been a customer for years with Preferred Air and hold them in the highest regard. The air in our home has been getting better and better over the years with all the upgrades we've done. I recommend them highly! They are pros with both heat and a/c. Very reliable, friendly and knowledgeable as well.
Kathleen Lecolst
Jan 04, 2021
I have been using Preferred Air for many years. These men are extremely knowledgeable, very professional and polite, and very respectful. They are always punctual, hard working and honest. The folks in the office are great as well, always pleasant and willing to help. I highly recommend this company.they get the job done.and get it done right!
Steve Odian
Jan 01, 2021
We just had our second Split Duct system installed by Preferred Air. They do wonderful work. Both installations look great and work fantastic. All the people we dealt with were very professional. As a result of our experience with them my folks, my daughter and four different friends also had systems installed bu Preferred Air. They are all very happy. Steve
Doug Story
Nov 22, 2020
Preferred Air just installed AC at my house over the last two days. Shaun, Tyler and Boris did a fantastic job. Very professional and courteous. They kept the job site clean and neat both days. The system they installed looks great and works perfect. The best thing is that it runs whisper quiet. I would highly recommend them if you are looking for a new AC system.
Patricia Mullen
Sep 17, 2020
The team at Preferred Air are fantastic! Clean, courteous and respectful. Drew always responds in a timely manner to get you on the schedule ASAP. Thank you so much to Louis, Ryan, Doug and Dennis for all of your great work! Working on repair and install in 120 degree heat in the attic is not an easy job! Thank you all again! Services: Ductless heating and AC services, AC maintenance, HVAC repair, HVAC maintenance, AC installation
Chris O.
Jul 17, 2020
Very professional team (except their subcontractor electrician) They came did a fantastic job on our boiler system replacement.
Jesse M.
Jul 06, 2020
I can't say enough good things about preferred air. We have used them twice for our AC. Both times they were able to come out same day and they were able to fix the issues in a single visit. I will continue to use them and keep recommending them to friends.
Kara A.
Jul 01, 2020
I cannot say enough good things about the team at Preferred Air. When I realized that my new condo required a complete re-build of the central air system, they went above and beyond by providing valuable advice on how to design the system to accommodate the challenge of a big open space with 20' ceilings. Additionally, they identified and fixed air flow problems resulting from a poorly designed installation.

The team handled the very complicated job with utmost professionalism, courtesy and importantly, expertise. It was a pleasure working with them and I am thrilled with my new (working!) system Preferred Air simply rocks.
Betsy B.
Mar 18, 2019
Preferred Air has twice done excellent jobs diagnosing and replacing or repairing one of our condo unit's finicky HVAC systems. We've been treated with utmost courtesy by Leo who had to deal with our scheduled 2 month trip out of state. He never seemed to lose patience with our questions and requested work date changes. Quite remarkable and very much appreciated. Matt Evans is a super tech who replaced the evaporator coil on one unit on site. It's never worked as well. He patiently answered all our questions as well as doing a great job for us.
Betsy D.
Dec 04, 2018
So thankful for our Two new heating systems. Our 30 yr old Heat Pump systems needed to be replaced. We got 4 quotes ranging from $18 to $29k. Preferred Air best price, service, professional, clean job, and great efficient systems. And they are still available for service and warranty!
Maeghan Gerloff
Jun 16, 2018
I called this afternoon explaining our issue with our AC. wasn't blowing full force and would not get below 83 in the house. Fernando came out and looked at it. Noticed the freeon was low, quick fix. Thanks so much!
Kelly Morse
Mar 27, 2018
I called this morning because our furnace pilot wasn't lighting. I called several other companies prior and finally got through right away to Preferred Air at 10:50am. Within an hour they were at our house. Shaun who was our technician didn't have the part but went straight to the warehouse and it was fixed by 2pm. We have never had to call for our furnace in the 9years being at our house and we will absolutely call again whenever there is a need. Thank you for giving us heat again in our house especially when we have a child.
S. B.
Sep 15, 2017
Luis was awesome! From the moment he entered the house, he was extremely professional and it was obvious from the outset that he knew exactly what he was talking about. I learned a lot about my system that I didn't know and he checked everything thoroughly and advised me on the things that he could fix and the things that I could do on my own to fix some of the other issues.

My drain line was far too long (this was done by the original installer of the system which shall remain nameless!) and he showed me how I could shorten it and make it more efficient - he didn't try to sell me any expensive services, simply showed me how I could fix it. This was my first time with this company and I was very very impressed. I will definitely be using Preferred Air again the next time I need any HVAC repairs. Highly recommend! A++++++++
Ronald C.
Jul 01, 2017
This is a great company that installed a new system in our home. They did a great job and I highly recommend them to anyone who needs a replacement system. They were quick, friendly and professional. The cost was reasonable and we were very happy with the end result.
Danielli T.
Nov 17, 2016
I found a puddle of water around my HVAC last night and was very worried. I called them at 7 am hoping to only leave a voice message. Loui answered the phone and He was professional, and compassionate, listening to my tale of woe. He explained to me what I could do to fix, that he believed to be a simple thing and would not be fair to me to have him over. I appreciate his help this morning. And Preferred Air will be my go company for any future issues.
Sadie S.
Sep 19, 2016
A/C broke down, during heat wave. They came on a Monday and fixed it in a jiffy. Thanks. Price seemed reasonable, about $90 to come out and look and $200 for the part.
Scott T.
Apr 09, 2016
In the past 6 months I hired Preferred Air for two separate jobs. The first one was replacing a heating system in my mom's Townhouse in Salisbury, MA. They did a great job of installing an 80% system in tight quarters and my Mom was really happy with the process especially since they cleaned up everything which included an old outside pump that was an eyesore.

Then a few months ago during a real bad cold snap I had an issue with my heating system at my house in Stoneham so I didn't hesitant to call them. As it turns out their Tech fixed the initial issue but a secondary one developed a few months later so I contacted them to report the problem which I stated wasn't an emergency. I received a phone call from Tom within a few hours and then we set up an appointment the next day.

He showed up with one of his top Tech's and within a few hours the issue was resolved and the best part was not only did they fix the issue but they educated me on my system. I inherited this system when I bought the place so I never invested much time in understanding it so I learned more in a few hours about maintaining it from Tom and Rob than any manual or online tutorial which is what really impressed me. Preferred Air also demonstrated that they stand behind their work which is what a home owner really wants when they make that final decision on hiring a contractor.
Nancy H.
Dec 09, 2015
What a disappointment with Preferred Air after not having heat for a week a technician came out after my husband called and charged $150 for less than a 1/2 hour to diagnose that our new heating system on a house we just closed on would best require a whole new unit! Technician basically said it would cost more to replace heat exchanger then to attempt to fix we were told that someone would call with a quote for repairs vs replacement of new system.

Never heard back. After a long cold weekend with no heat my husband called back Preferred Air again and was told someone would call us back with quotes. Still waiting 1 month later no call back. It seems that when we questioned why the unit could not be cleaned and parts replaced that both the technician and company want the solution that best benefits them and that is replacing and putting a whole new system.
Grace T.
Aug 20, 2015
These guys were awesome! I had Rob who came out for my yearly maintenance on my furnace before the cold weather sets in. He was professional and explained things well. He was on time too! They were about $100 less the other people I got quotes from and it included a new filter! So pleased.
Peter Souza
Dec 14, 2014
Preferred Air of Topsfield MA just recently finished the install of our new two stage gas furnace with a high efficiency filter system. Our old system was a 100k btu system almost 35 years old and was decaying rapidly and new one installed in our Gloucester condo. It is a 60k btu system that is 97% efficient. Already had a quote due to issues 3. weeks prior to the failure of our old one and emailed an approval to install to PA on a Sunday evening. Received phone call on morning.concluded contract and new furnace was installed complete on a Thursday in early December.

Four techs showed and just worked their magic in a very neat and professional manner. Impressed and very satisfied with all levels of the entire process from price, quality, service and capability. I would highly recommend this team of folks from Preferred Air for any services required of an HVAC company.from the owner to the phone contact to the installers and techs.all activities were just great. We now have a cleaner, safer and more efficient heating system thanks to Preferred Air.
Norris B.
Jun 13, 2014
I recently had a failure of my central air conditioner. I called Preferred Air because my previous vendor was no more. I explained that for me, A/C in a serious health issue. They responded quickly and attempted a fix of the system which failed. the then gave me a set of options for replacing the defective part, the defective unit or the both the compressor and condenser/air handler.

I elected to go with the all new equipment option. they got the system installed promptly and all of the work was done in a "neat and workmanlike manner " The got me back on line before the weather became a health concern. Overall I think that the price was a little high but the work was more than satisfactory and I am a very fussy customer. If you have time to shop around you might fond a better price but I doubt you will get a better job. In addition their technical competence, every one I dealt with from the techs on site to the office people was polite and professional.
Steven F.
May 09, 2013
Preferred Air has done countless jobs for me. Installations, maintenance, repairs, you name it. There is a reason you continue going back to a company time and time again, quality, service and knowledge, each and every time the folks at Preferred Air have exhibited all three. A number of years ago, I had two Heat Pumps changed in my townhouse, one of them right before Memorial Day weekend.

The two guys started the installation, but all of sudden left and were gone for two hours. I truly wondered where they had gone, and a little concerned, until they came back with custom fabricated duct-work. They don't use run of the mill stuff from Home Depot, they have a Machine Shop so that all jobs are custom. In addition, that job was done, and the system up and running before the long weekend so that we had the air conditioning we needed. As an added touch, every time they have come to my residence, they make sure to put on booties to cover their shoes.
Lynne M.
Sep 17, 2012
Brian just left (there are 4 at PA!) and he is a Godsend! He analyzed our systems problem and right away fixed some issues. We have a Bryant HVAC 11 old system. Preferred Air only charged us $89.95 for the work done and analysis. He also had to make several calls to clear the work with my working husband and myself, all of which he did with great patience and professionalism.

He was easy to talk with and showed me respect and explained all the parts of the system that he was working on as well as what needed further work. He was able to price out the work in a professional and logical manner and left us with a come back date to complete the work after the parts arrive from 3 places all in 48 hours. We even discussed pricing of the shipping fees to get the parts. It was all reasonable. I would refer this company to my best friend and family anytime!
Matt P.
Dec 19, 2010
Great technicians that really know their stuff. They have kept our 25+ year old forced hot air furnace running. They are very prompt for the scheduled visits and even called the day before to confirm. Glad to have this company to keep the heat on during the winter. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars was their cost but I honestly have no sense of how they compare to other companies. The money I do pay them feels like money well spent for sure!