Rated 3.82 / 5 from 17 reviews
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General Heating & Air Conditioning Our commitment to action and results is a key part of how we approach our work. We know that innovative solutions - creative and modern engineering - can be a crucial part of doing "whatever it takes" to get that work done. We view our performance from the client's perspective and we will do whatever it takes to get the job done right for our clients.

At General, we are absolutely committed to designing and installing the right system. It also means that we stand behind our work and offer comprehensive service in support of prior installations. Our philosophy demands the demonstration of an unwavering commitment from everyone at General.
Business details
  • Year established: 1963
Services
24-hour Service
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We staff our service department 24-hours a day, seven days a week, to provide our customers service if and when emergencies happen. If your emergency cannot wait until our regular business hours, please call our emergency service number, (608) 271-3900, and our off-hours service dispatcher will locate an on call service technician to address your emergency needs.
Commercial
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General Heating and Air Conditioning has diverse experience in the design and installation of energy efficient, high value commercial HVAC systems. Our highly experienced staff knows how to work with owners and other construction partners to provide cutting-edge applications and approaches to HVAC design and cost challenges.
Boilers
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Many older homes are heated with hot water or steam boilers. These boilers, like other pieces of equipment, have a limited life span. Older boilers are not very efficient; typically these boilers operate at around 60% efficiency. This means 40% of your fuel dollars disappear into thin air.
Furnaces
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Of all the Carrier furnaces, we recommend the state-of-the-art Weathermaker Infinity gas furnace units.
Repair
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General Heating and Air Conditioning has an active residential service department. Our dedicated dispatcher manages workflow for a fleet of radio dispatched vans 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday. These vans are fully stocked with commonly used parts, ensuring we meet our customer's needs in a timely manner.
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Find out more about General Heating and Air Conditioning located in Madison, Wisconsin. General Heating and Air Conditioning has been providing quality services to the Dane County area since 1946.
Reviews (17)
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Harold Lemel
Mar 17, 2022
From beginning to end, installing a new water heater was stress-free, with friendly, helpful and competent service. The price was also reasonable. Chris the technician was a pleasure to deal with and did a wonderful job. Thank you!
Tony Raffel
Feb 23, 2022
Absolutely criminal what their plumbing division is doing. Started off with an $1100 quote to replace a water heater. Within 12 hrs the quote was changed to $3300 with out having even seen the project. Finally on day before scheduled install the quote was changed again to $4700. The price gouging that they are doing is in believable. All these different quotes and not once did anyone come to look at the project.
Cheri Poff
Aug 13, 2021
Water heater got put in and after 2 different calls and my home flooded it finally got put in right and of course they are not taking any responsibility for the flooding of my home! Claiming it was a problem with the existing pipes in the home but yet the last person that came in fixed with it and I still have the existing pipes hmmm
Aura Wankerl
Jun 24, 2021
We had a great experience with Hooper! We are remodeling our kitchen, which required us to move our existing gas line for our stove. Hooper, from inquiring to completion was fantastic. I highly recommend their services - it was easy breezy, our service tech was in and out in about 2 hours.
Jpdau
Apr 15, 2021
I needed to replace a tank water heater so I was debating between sticking with a tank or going tankless. I probably would have stuck with a tank but Hooper in Madison sent a person out to look at my current setup and discuss options. After speaking with him, I chose the tankless. Hooper was $1,000 lower than the other 2 estimates I received and in a price range that I was willing to make the jump to tankless. We have been using it for 6 months now and have been very happy with the performance. Hooper will be back out this week to replace our water softener.
Sridhar
Dec 21, 2020
Beware of their price. I called them for a quick check on my heater and plumbing. For about 30 mins of work I got an invoice of 210$. Actually for this price they didn't fixed anything. I will not go with them in the future and will not recommend them.
Jeff Cressman
Dec 13, 2020
Kip and Scott jumped right on my need for a new hot water heater at our house. They were prompt, friendly, and charged a reasonable rate for the equipment and their services. It was a very painless experience. Thanks!
Kim Wieczorek
Dec 12, 2020
Kevin was on time and great at explaining everything with the installation of my sink, faucet, and garbage disposal. Very happy with Hooper and Kevin's professionalism.
Dan Burnett
Apr 28, 2020
They installed my tankless water heater, coming in between $500-$1000 lower than other estimates for the same/similar higher end model. Installation was quick and easy. They did a good job with the quote, service, customer service, and instructions/education on unit operation.
Elliot Welcome Well Schulz
Feb 07, 2019
Tony came out this morning and got our kitchen up and running after our new countertops and sink were installed. Very timely, efficient and professional service! I booked this Saturday appointment on Friday afternoon and they were extremely accommodating. Thanks for the great work!
H. H.
Dec 06, 2017
I feel that I can trust your technicians to do a good job and keep my furnace and air conditioning unit in good working order!
Jeff
Dec 26, 2016
Ken was great. The person on the phone was also great. Both very professional and personable and good at explaining what was going on. Also patiently answered my questions. Thanks!
William
Sep 22, 2016
I just wanted to send a long kudos for a job well done to Taylor Howen. Last evening, my family and I returned to a heatless house after being away for Thanksgiving. Nothing says welcome home from a week with the in-laws than a busted furnace. You folks have done great work for us in the past, and you didn't let us down last night.
John Greene
Apr 02, 2016
They do terrible back round checks on there employees. They have guys you would not want in your home.
Luci H.
Sep 01, 2015
5+ Stars. They were out to our house within a half hour of calling. They had the problem diagnosised and fixed within an hour of arrival. So sorry I dont remember the technicians name; he was very kind and professional.
Aimee Becker
Apr 01, 2014
I've been pleased with this company in the past. But recently was charged for a second call to fix my furnace when the problem should have been diagnosed on the first call made a month before. It is upsetting when companies don't stand behind their work.
Adam Both
Mar 05, 2013
Whole interaction was great from the person I talked to on the phone to the tech who made our repair. They responded promptly, were on time, and honest. Our issue was something they typically address during a routine maintenance visit.