Competitive Plumbing & HVAC

AC repair & summer tune-ups.

Not cooling? Frozen coil? Loud condenser? We diagnose fast, fix what's actually broken, and don't try to upsell you a new system unless yours is genuinely toast.

  • Same-day diagnostic visits
  • Refrigerant leak detection
  • Annual tune-up plans
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Common calls

What we fix.

Most AC repairs are quick — a capacitor, a contactor, a low charge, a clogged drain. We find the root cause, not just the symptom.

AC not cooling

Could be low refrigerant (leak), failed compressor, blower motor, or even just a tripped breaker. We diagnose down to the actual fault before quoting.

Frozen evaporator coil

Usually low airflow (dirty filter, blocked return) or low refrigerant. We find why it froze, not just thaw it and bill you.

Loud or banging condenser

Loose fan blade, failing compressor, or dying capacitor. Some are $40 fixes. Some mean it's time. We tell you which.

Annual tune-ups

Coil cleaning, refrigerant check, capacitor test, blower amperage, drain line flush. About 80% of mid-summer breakdowns are preventable.

How it works

From phone call to walkthrough — done right.

  1. 1. Diagnostic visit

    Flat-rate diagnostic. Applied toward the repair if you go ahead. No mystery surcharges.

  2. 2. Honest quote

    We tell you what's broken, what it'll cost, and whether it's worth fixing on a 12-year-old unit. Sometimes the answer is no.

  3. 3. Right-the-first-time fix

    We carry common parts on the truck — capacitors, contactors, refrigerant. Most repairs done same visit.

  4. 4. Verify performance

    Temperature split measured, static pressure checked, refrigerant charge verified. We don't just leave when the air feels cold.

Why Competitive

We don't promise quality. We deliver it.

  • We size it for your house, not the catalog

    Manual J load calc on every install — most contractors skip it. Wrong size = short cycling, comfort issues, and 20% wasted fuel.

  • Mass Save rebates handled for you

    We're a registered Mass Save partner. Up to $10,000 in rebates on qualifying heat pumps and high-efficiency boilers — we file the paperwork.

  • Owner on every install

    Rob is a Master Plumber (MA #MP17629). He's on every install personally — not a sales rep, not a sub.

  • Clean, labeled, serviceable

    Our installs are diagrammed, labeled, and tidy. The next tech who walks in (even if it's not us) can service the system without guessing.

FAQ

Common questions about ac repair & maintenance.

  • Why is my AC running but not cooling?

    Usually one of: low refrigerant (leak), dirty filter or coil blocking airflow, or a failed compressor / contactor / capacitor. A diagnostic visit narrows it down in 15–20 minutes.

  • How often should I tune up my AC?

    Once a year, before peak season (April–May). $150ish for a tune-up vs. $1,000+ for a mid-July emergency call you could've prevented.

  • Is it worth repairing an old AC?

    Rule of thumb: if the repair is over $500 AND the unit is 12+ years old AND uses R-22 refrigerant, replacement usually wins. We do the math with you.

GoogleReviews on Google

Don't take our word for it. Take theirs.

From neighbors across Lakeville, Plymouth, Newton, Needham, Wellesley and beyond.

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Rob's work is top notch. I'm a picky engineer. His choice of equipment, materials and his workmanship was excellent. In the bidding process, Rob was responsive, honest, competent, creative, and respectful.
LLinda V.Wellesley, MA
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He answered his phone at 6:30am. Within 15 minutes, Rob called and told me how to repair it myself — he did not take advantage of the situation. Saved me $300.
JJodi EscolasNeedham, MA
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Rob was very professional and did an excellent job. Far surpassed my expectations. Will use him again in the future.
NNicholas UchenduNewton, MA
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I recommend Rob with my highest level of support! Rob has installed multiple systems for me over the years.
RRalph HunnewellWellesley, MA
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His professionalism and craftsmanship went above and beyond what we expected. Highly recommend!
DDiandra Burke-CostaNeedham, MA
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Great about keeping me in the loop. Very polite & respectful. Rob cleaned up on his way out — even brought his own vacuum.
LLaura RinaldiPlymouth, MA
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Professional, very neat and orderly. Came when he said he would and did a great job.
KKaren DeyoLakeville, MA
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Competitive Plumbing and HVAC was very responsive. I consulted with them and they did exactly what I wanted.
KKen C.Sandwich, MA
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Where we've done work

Based in Lakeville. We serve it all.

Every red dot is a job we've completed. We're rooted in Lakeville and travel across Massachusetts — don't see your town? Call us, we probably cover it.

  • Lakeville, MAHQ
  • Berkley, MA
  • Boston, MA
  • Plymouth, MA
  • Bourne, MA
  • Sandwich, MA
  • Newton, MA
  • Needham, MA
  • Wellesley, MA
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