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B & J Refrigeration Inc

Heating and Air Conditioning

About us

B & J Refrigeration, Heating, and Cooling has been serving the refrigeration, heating, and cooling needs of residential and commercial customers throughout the greater Tucson area for more 50 years. As one Southern Arizona's most trusted and respected contractors, B & J is dedicated to providing top-notch service at truly competitive rates (24 hour emergency service available). B & J is a fully licensed, bonded and insured contracting firm, as well as a locally owned and operated business, with strong roots right here in the Tucson area. We take great pride in serving the community in which we live. So, if you’re looking for honesty, reliability and excellent service at a great price, look no further. Call B & J Refrigeration, Heating, and Cooling today to schedule service!

Business highlights

55 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Air Conditioning, Heating & Heat Pumps, Air Cleaners, Humidifiers, Boiler & Chiller Systems, Coolers, Freezers

Services we don't offer

Duct cleaning, wall furnaces, plumbing & domestic refrigerators.

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
PayPal
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.9315 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
92%
4
4%
3
2%
2
0%
1
1%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.9
value
4.8
professionalism
4.9
responsiveness
4.9
punctuality
4.9
Showing 201-225 of 315 reviews

Susan K.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I called this morning around 9 am and they worked to fit me in that afternoon (Not a emergency repair or anything - just an inefficient A/C that wasn't getting as cool as it should). They called me back in 10 min and said they had a cancellation and could come out right away - I jumped on it and they showed up within about 30 min. The service technicians were fast, courteous and explained things well. Out within the hour and a/c seems good now! These folks made it very easy to do business with them from the first call through the service.
Description of Work: A/C check, refrigerant fill, replace a connector and inject dye for future diagnosis

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$330

Caroline J.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Very well. I was very happy with the technician, Nick's, knowledge and patience, explaining to me each step of his process to determine the problem (i.e. showing me the ice buildup) and possible fixes. He got this system going and gave me advice about the possibility of replacing a portion or in entirety our 10-year old unit. I had put off calling someone, not wanting to just pick someone out of the phone book. I'm very happy with B&J's work as well as the advice I received on Angie's List.
Description of Work: Ten -year old five-ton air conditioner unit was not cooling, stressing the other 2.5 ton unit. Unit was examined, ice detected indicating a blockage in one part of the unit, fluids were added, flushing the system and fixing the problem.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$275

Jennifer B.
06/2012
5.0
appliance repair, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
After being told by two separate companies that our air conditioning system needed to be replaced (at a cost of around $8500), we called B & J Refrigeration for an estimate for a replacement system. When Kurt came out, he was able to quickly determine that, in fact, the problem was being caused by an excessive buildup of dust, fur, hair, and whatever else has been floating around in the air for the past decade or so (my husband's negligence in changing the filters on a regular basis apparently led to a gradual buildup on the coils). Kurt was extremely professional, courteous, and knowledgeable. He took time to explain the problem in detail and show me exactly what had happened (and why the other two companies were flat out wrong in their assessments) and how he was going to correct it. Kurt thoroughly cleaned the coils and brought our system back from the (apparent) dead. It now blows better than it has in years and I'm certain our high cooling bills will be substantially reduced now that the system isn't having to blow through layers of debris. Words aren't enough to express our gratitude to Kurt, but I wanted to let everyone in Tucson know how honest, experienced and truly wonderful he is. B&J is now the only place we'll be going for any service to our air conditioning system and when the time actually does come to replace it, I know Kurt (and B&J) will give us a fair price and exceptional service. Thank you!
Description of Work: Checked unit to determine why the air flow was restricted (to the point that there was essentially none coming from the registers), diagnosed the problem and thoroughly cleaned layers of buildup from the coils.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$100

Lorin L.
06/2012
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The appliance worked well the first year. When I reenergized the system the following season I discovered the original installer had crossed wires in the primary junction box. The installer returned to fix this without a charge. Later in the season the unit began leaking at the supply reservoir. We called for a service visit about the issue. The crew arrived at a time other than what I had arranged and there was no one home to direct them to the source of the problem. They failed to complete the entire repair. I called and asked the crew to return. They came back and finally completed the job. Both the overflow drain spout and the water supply shut off valve had failed after a single season of use and needed to be replaced. Cost of the parts: $29, cost of the labor to install the parts $186. A subsequent message left for the service manager to review the charges was never returned. Considering problems with the initial install, use of substandard components on the unit itself and the high cost of service calls, I cannot recommend BJ Refrigeration for HVAC work.
Description of Work: We contracted with this provider for the purchase and installation of a new Aerocool Trophy series cooler. Shortly after the appliance was out of warranty, there were performance issues that required a service call.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
3.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

$1,000

Response from B & J Refrigeration Inc
We appreciate the opportunity to respond to this report. When the customer called in for service on his evaporative cooler, our dispatcher accommodated him into the schedule the same day. The customer was not at home but another resident was there; she left the premises while our tech was doing the repair, which was completed (a drain kit and a float were replaced). The customer noticed water leaking when he returned home and called our office. Our tech returned to the home, adjusted the float and assured the customer that the water valve did not need to be replaced and that the cooler was functioning properly. Upon review of this invoice, we see that the total invoice for parts, labor and tax was $186.95. The water shut-off valve did NOT fail and was not replaced; only the float and drain kit were replaced. Again, we regret the misunderstanding. We take pride in making our customers happy; we are deeply sorry that we have disappointed this customer.

Sharon M.
05/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The initial experience of checking prices from HVAC companies in Tucson is frustrating. Everyone has a better deal than the next and you need to filter through Angie's List, the BBB, and friends to determine which company is the most reliable and offers the best deal (price and quality). After many HVAC presentations by company representatives, we knew that B&J Refrigeration was the perfect choice which it did prove to be. The initial contact with Kurt Astorga who outlined the HVAC offer was professional, knew the business and addressed our needs based upon the perameters we expressed. His pricing was understandable and not the " I can beat the other guys if they give you a lower offer." Every aspect of the HVAC system was explained and priced according to what we desired...no package pricing but a price built upon each entity of the HVAC system. The installation was actually an enjoyable experience. B&J techs, Lawrence and Dean were terrific. They were helpful in explaining the nuances of the system, installed both furnace and A/C units quickly, and cleaned up after the installation. After the installation date, I had a question concerning the system and Lawrence returned to assist me. Since installation, B&J has been extremely helpful with any questions concerning the new system. There customer service has been excellent. We highly recommend anyone searching for a new HVAC or general repairs to contact B&J Refrigeration.
Description of Work: Installed a new Rheem HVAC in my home.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,000

Ernest B.
05/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They had an opening in their schedule and was able service my ac system a day earlier. The technician quickly diagnose the problem and began the necessary repairs. He pointed out another component that may need to be replaced in a couple of years and also made a suggestion as to when I should upgrade to a more efficient system. I definately will use their services again.
Description of Work: Repaired ac system that wasn't cooling.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$525

GREGORY W.
05/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Everything went very well. They made time to meet with me for a quote and questions on my schedule. The had the best price by far.
Description of Work: B&J Replaced an old AC unit on my roof.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$5,904

Cynthia L.
05/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Very good since I had no knowledge of the system
Description of Work: checked AC & swamp cooler & got it up and running. Explained all he did & options of other things to do. very helpful & nice.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$86

John L.
05/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Work was done efficiently and with great care. They explained everything about their installation. Tested both the air conditioner and furnace to make sure they were in working order. Explained the new thermostat and its operation and cleaned up after they left. Everyone I dealt with from B & J were extremely professional and punctional.
Description of Work: I received 4 estimates on a Rheem Prestige 18 ton (RSL-JEC060) 2-stage airconditioner with furnace. B & J were the lowest bid and were rated A+ by BBB and A by Angi's List. They were prompt with giving their estimate and installation. The two installer were punctional and worked for 8 hours to complete the installation. When finished they repainted to trim to the attic and vaccumed the floors in the area they worked. I would highly recommend this particular firm.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,500

Maria S.
04/2012
5.0
appliance repair, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
Kurt, the guy that gave me the estimate, was on time, and was very thorough to measure the house to see what size A/C was needed for my home. The day of the installation the guys were running 1/2 hour late, but they called to let me know they were on their way. Dean and Paul were the installers. They were very good at what they do. Dean let me know what was going on as they installed--which made me at ease. I recommend them. They are very hard workers.
Description of Work: Installation of A/C

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,000

Nedra B.
04/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I purchased an A/C tune-up special that this company had advertised on Angie's List. I have an older system that had not been serviced for several years, and I wanted to have it checked out. The B & J office worker I spoke to was very nice; she set up my appointment and told me the name of the technician who would do the work (Nick). He arrived on time, as scheduled, and spent about two hours going over my A/C and furnace. He showed me the read-outs my equipment was giving on his hand-held device, and he explained what he was doing and why he was doing it. He made a couple of recommendations for parts that could be replaced to make my system run more efficiently, but he did not pressure me or try to make any hard sells for extra work. I authorized him to install the replacement parts, which he did (the cost for both was less than $40). Nick was very courteous and professional throughout the entire visit, and he seemed knowledgeable.
Description of Work: A/C tune-up and replacement of some parts.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$96

Susan G.
03/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
My air conditioning was not cooling so I looked on Angie's List for a refrigeration company. I found one with good recommendations and called. The company was very responsive and sent someone out the next day. Nick (the technician) arrived when he said he would, was extremely polite, listened to my problem and began assessing the situation. He explained everything he was doing and showed me and thoroughly explained everything along the way. We discussed my options and, when I decided on the option I would go with (replacing my air conditioning compressor) he called his office and they worked up a quote for me, which was an acceptable amount. Nick told me he could preform the service the next day and would begin at 8AM. He arrived at 7:55AM and got right to work. He needed my assistance (like providing hot water) throughout the day. He did an excellent, very professional job in the time frame that he said he would and left the job site very clean and my air conditioning unit performing very well. I would hire this company again in a minute and would recommend them to everyone for this type of service.
Description of Work: Replaced my air conditioning compressor.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,600

JOE G.
03/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I like them, I think they do good work. I will continue using them in the future for our HVAC needs.
Description of Work: They came out this morning and did the check of my HVAC service getting it ready for the summer.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

PHIL B.
02/2012
4.0
appliance repair, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
he came and mde sure it was fixed properly and A few days later it happened again and they came back and fixed it for no charge. The workers were nice.
Description of Work: .they repaired the controller on my AC unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Susan Y.
11/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The workman replaced it within a few days at no charge. I found their service to be excellent. I bought the systems from them and they have done a great job maintaining it. I thought I heard a clanking noise and he the service man also heard the sound.
Description of Work: Their service was excellent! I would give them the highest marks. They found that the motor was going out and it was on warranty.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard W.
10/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Their service was great. I got a real good deal on the price of the condenser motor as it was an emergency repair. I called a company I had used previously and they wanted me to pay triple to come right away. Jason Tejeda said I made the call during regular working hours so he would charge me just the regular price. I have already recommended him to some friends.
Description of Work: They had replaced a condenser motor and blower motor. They also fixed a leak in a drain line.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

LINDA F.
10/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They were excellent. I had been told that my refrigerating unit had not been installed properly. It was in a home that I had bought from someone else. I spoke with about 3-4 air conditioning people and they were reasonable. They seemed to be very honest. They didn’t want to do more than what was necessary and only did what needed to be done.
Description of Work: They leveled the air handle and emergency switch, installed a secondary drain pan and resealed everything in the attic.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Claudia J.
10/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Their service turned out just fine. Everything went fine. Our heating and air conditioning unit are working fine. We even recommended them to our son-in-law and daughter and they were very happy with their service as well. They were able to help them by saving money.
Description of Work: We had our spring check on the unit and they replaced a few things during that check.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Chris B.
10/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Estimator (Kurt) showed up on time for each appointment. Estimate was straightforward. *Note that I did not solicit multiple bids for this job so I can't really rate the price as I have no basis for comparison. Crew showed up 2 days after signing the contract to install A/C. They were half an hour early and finished the job 2 hours earlier than originally quoted. The work site was left clean and tidy. I had no issues and everything went according to plan, as expected from a company rated highly on Angie's List, BBB, etc.
Description of Work: B&J installed a gaspack air conditioner on my home, including: Removal of old unit Installation of new unit with crane New condensate drain line New metal duct to tie in to existing duct New thermostat

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,800

Moorea A. L. M.
09/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I liked that they seemed professional and competent. I did not like that they made a mistake before in telling me to buy a wrong part and then they charged me to go get the correct part. The receptionist is helpful when talking to her.
Description of Work: They sealed duct work on my roof and they secured a vent pipe. They did preventive maintenance on my heater as well.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kenny & Penny S.
09/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
B & J Refrigeration are wonderful. They were timely, professional, and go above and beyond to help you. The person who came was very nice and courteous. I would recommend their services and definitely use this company again.
Description of Work: Our AC was under warranty and B & J Refrigeration came to repair our compressor and install a surge protector.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

SANDRA S.
07/2011
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Even though I have been a customer for several years, when my cooler broke in the heat of summer, they were not able or willing to schedule me for 5 days. Very poor customers service. I won't be using them again.
Description of Work: None

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0


Response from B & J Refrigeration Inc
We regret that we were unable to take care of the member’s cooler in the timely manner in which we have in the past. The extremely high temperatures in Tucson (2 weeks exceeding 100 degrees) caused a lot of our customers’ equipment to fail, and all AC companies in Tucson regularly experience a backlog of calls when this extreme heat first hits. We value all of our customers and run a very efficient schedule. We have eight service technicians and they are working full days, all week long. There are some weeks in Tucson that the local AC companies simply cannot keep up with the demand. We are sorry that our valued customers had to be without cooling, as it is very hot. We’re doing our best.

Gene D.
06/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
outstanding service from begining to end. I had four estimates to replace the AC unit. B & J had the best pricing. The work was completed on time with no problems. All staff was well trained.
Description of Work: replaced outdated AC & Furnace

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,200

Karen N.
06/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Joe arrived at 8:00 AM (between 8:00-8:30), and was good at answering my question, explaining what parts do. Also condenser was very dirty, he flushed out condenser on all side. Very pleased with his visit.
Description of Work: Joe checked to see where problem was - inside or outside (condenser). Found the contact piece wasn't hitting at all times - replaced 840,00; inside - thermostat had a lot of play in it mercury & replaced it to a digital Honeywell (-55,00) labor - 75.00 (2 hrs.) senior discount. (Problem was no cool air coming out) senior discount. Angies list coupon - 40 off over 200.00.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$222

Anthony W.
05/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I received several quotes before calling B & J Refrigeration. They quoted me a price that was about $500 higher than my lowest bid, but I decided to go with them because of the favorable reviews on Angie's list. I was not disappointed. The salesman Kurt Astorga worked with me during the entire process. Kurt made several suggestions for improving my duct work and air flow issues. The installers Paul and Dean showed up on time and worked late. They installed the system and fixed the problems that Kurt had pointed out. The installers only took two breaks in a nine hour day and worked like dogs. Kurt followed up the next day to make sure everything was okay. I have no reservations about recommending B & J Refrigeration.
Description of Work: B & J Refrigeration did a complete install of a 5 ton 16 seer Rheem heating and air conditioning unit.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$7,200

Contact information

422 S Olsen Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719

https://www.bjrefrigeration.com/

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
105179
Trade License Locale
AZ
Trade License Authority
Arizona Registrar of Contractors
Trade License Expiration
11/30/2022
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Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning

FAQ

B & J Refrigeration Inc is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.

Sunday: Open All Day

Monday: Open All Day

Tuesday: Open All Day

Wednesday: Open All Day

Thursday: Open All Day

Friday: Open All Day

Saturday: Open All Day

B & J Refrigeration Inc accepts the following forms of payment: Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
No, B & J Refrigeration Inc does not offer free project estimates.
No, B & J Refrigeration Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, B & J Refrigeration Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, B & J Refrigeration Inc offers emergency services.
No, B & J Refrigeration Inc does not offer warranties.
B & J Refrigeration Inc offers the following services: Air Conditioning, Heating & Heat Pumps, Air Cleaners, Humidifiers, Boiler & Chiller Systems, Coolers, Freezers
Duct cleaning, wall furnaces, plumbing & domestic refrigerators.

Contact information

422 S Olsen Ave, Tucson, AZ 85719

https://www.bjrefrigeration.com/

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day