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Whether you have a furnace, heat pump, or boiler, a heat pump, or AC system, our team of highly certified technicians is here to ensure that you always have a knowledgeable and professional person working on your equipment. Our technicians are able to diagnose and repair even the most complex systems quickly, saving you time and money.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Our team of 170 fully trained local experts provides superior heating and cooling service to the entire Finger Lakes region 24/7, 365. All calls are taken by a real, local person, remotely dispatched from their homes across the Finger Lakes, never a machine or answering service.
Our heating and air conditioning services include:
- Emergency response and repair of all systems for “no heat” or “no cooling” conditions
- Diagnosis and repair of HVAC systems, including all makes of furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and air conditioning systems
- Tune-ups, cleaning, and complete safety checks
- Heat exchanger inspection
- Combustion analysis and carbon monoxide testing
- Annual maintenance
- Complete air conditioning service and repair
- EPA-licensed refrigerant handling
- Thermostat or equipment upgrades
- Indoor air quality improvements, such as HEPA filtration or humidification
- Duct cleaning
…and much more. If it involves your home comfort or energy use, our answer is “Yes, we do that!”
Our service agreements entitle our customers to an annual maintenance visit. Each spring or summer, a Halco technician will perform our precision tune-up, cleaning, and safety check on your system.
Learn more about our service agreements here.
Halco offers a simple, affordable, and paperless way to pay for your plan. With your authorization, your monthly payment is automatically deducted from your checking/savings account. Choose the 1st or the 15th of the month, and Halco will take care of everything so you’ll be worry-free all year long.
Learn more about E-Z Pay here.
All of our Service Technicians submit to a strict background check, have been tested and proven drug-free, and are held to the highest possible standard of ethics. The technician will arrive in a clearly marked vehicle and uniform, will quote a flat rate for the work you would like done, and will only proceed upon your approval. Read our testimonials to check out what your neighbors have to say about us, or call to set up a visit today. You won’t be disappointed!
Yes, modern cold-climate heat pumps are specifically designed to perform efficiently in the subzero temperatures that are commonplace in the Finger Lakes. Halco installs ducted, ductless, geothermal, and hybrid systems, including Midea models that maintain 100% heating capacity down to −13°F. They’re ideal for Finger Lakes winters and can significantly reduce your reliance on fossil fuels.
Always start with insulation and air sealing. A leaky or under-insulated home forces any heating or cooling system to work harder. At Halco, we take a “building envelope first” approach to ensure your home holds conditioned air before recommending equipment upgrades.
We recommend scheduling maintenance in the fall (before heating season) and spring (before cooling season). These off-peak times help you avoid mid-season emergencies and keep your system running at peak efficiency all year long.
Signs include rising energy bills, uneven temperatures, strange noises, or frequent repairs. If your furnace or AC is over 12-15 years old, it may be time to explore high-efficiency heat pump options. We offer free consultations to help you decide what’s best for your home and budget.
Yes! Halco’s in-house team includes licensed HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and insulation experts, so we coordinate all trades under one roof. Whether you’re upgrading to a heat pump, adding an EV charger, or improving your home’s ventilation, we handle everything safely and efficiently.
Check your filter monthly and replace it every 1–3 months, depending on the type of filter, pets, allergies, and system usage. A clean filter improves air quality and helps your system run more efficiently.
We offer a full range of systems to match your home’s needs, including cold-climate air-source heat pumps, geothermal heat pumps, furnaces, boilers, ductless mini-splits, and hybrid systems. Our team will recommend the most efficient solution for your space, energy goals, and budget.
