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McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning

Heating and Air Conditioning, Air Duct Cleaning, Electrical,

About us

Dedicated to your home comfort since 1970. The roots of McCarthy’s One Hour start when John McCarthy Sr. was let go in 1970 from his first job with a small air conditioner repair company – for refusing to overcharge a customer. John took advice from his wife Mary Kay and mother-in-law and started his own business. Armed with only $200 in working capital and an old rusty truck he purchased from his banker, he set out to serve the heating, air conditioning and overall home comfort needs of Omaha residents. Mary Kay was with him every step of the way, taking phone calls and setting appointments to keep her husband busy. Together, they worked long hours, paid careful attention to details, and followed a simple motto that remains a focal point of the company today: “Urgency and accountability: every detail is important, and it’s everybody’s job to get it right.” After many years of service McCarthy's One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning is still servicing the Omaha metro area with about 45 employees. John and Mary Kay McCarthy are still very much apart of the business; Mary Kay still helps in the call center and John Sr is there to help in training the technicians to uphold their high standards.

Business highlights

55 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Installations and maintenance of residential ac, heat pumps, furnaces, humidifiers, duct cleaning, home scans, air analysis & zoning. Other Services Offered: Plumbing and Electrical

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
Financing Available
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.5142 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
71%
4
15%
3
4%
2
3%
1
6%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.5
value
4.1
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.6
punctuality
4.7
Showing 26-50 of 142 reviews

Barbara K.
06/2014
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They sent the service tech out to look at the old air conditioner. Then, he had to call the "sales team" to come out and tell me what it would cost. They were determined that I would have an Amana system. Then, the next day the installers came out and installed a new AC and furnace. They said they "temporarily" hooked up the electrical and an electrician would have to come out and finish the job. I was very clear with everyone that I talked to what my work hours were and when I could be here. The install guys were great, they did not make or leave a mess and they let me watch what they were doing. They did not talk down to me. I appreciate the respect shown. It is now nearly 3 weeks after the install and no electrician has come. When I call, and it has been multiple times, I am told he is moving or the only electrician they have. I paid them up front for the system and I expect the work to be completed before paying. He is supposed to be here Sat. the 14th. I do not appreciate a 4 step approach and the amount of time I had to miss from work. They need to review their system and try to make it more user friendly for the customer.
Description of Work: Installed a new air conditioner, coil, and furnace

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

$7,800

Benjamin L.
05/2014
4.0
air duct cleaning, heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + 0 more
I've used them for 2 years. They were good and I don't have any complaints. The quality is also very good but htey're not a local company.
Description of Work: McCarthys One Hour provided me an air duct cleaning service and heating & A/C service. They went for a maintenance.

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


Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the positive review. Benjamin Franklin Omaha is a locally owned franchise of the national brand. The owners reside in the Omaha metro area.

Pamela L.
04/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We're happy with McCarthy's service. The call in the fall and in the spring to schedule maintenance for either the heating or cooling system. They are always professional.
Description of Work: We had a maintenance check-up for the air conditioner

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! If there is anything that we can improve on to make your expericen even better please don't hesitate to ask! You can email us at service@yotsc.com or call us at 402-333-5000. Thank you again for the great review!

Justin B.
03/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Very good. On time. Very Professional
Description of Work: Yearly checkup.

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! We appreciate hearing from our customers and love getting the good reviews! If there is anything we can improve on to make your experience with us even better please don't hesitate to call or email us! 402-333-5000 or service@yotsc.com! Thank you again for the review!

Carolyn N.
03/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We have plan agreement so there was no charge. It is worth the 12.00 per month.
Description of Work: Furnace winter check.

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
$65

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! We love hearing from our customers, specially our club members! If there is anything else you need or a way we can improve don't hesitate to call or email us! We would love to help. 402-333-5000 or service@yotsc.com!

Carolyn (Carrie) F.
03/2014
5.0
air duct cleaning
  + -1 more
McCarthys One Hour has always been great. I've had excellent service from them for years. They're prompt and they're efficient. They explain things. They don't try to sell me services that I don't need. I belong to their club. I pay monthly which covers my two cleanings and services a year. I've compared them to other services and they're not expensive.
Description of Work: We have used McCarthys One Hour for the air duct cleaning.

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! We greatly appreciate it! If there is anything we can improve on to make your experience better with our company please don't hesitate to call or email us! 402-333-5000 or service@yotsc.com.

Pat L.
02/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Does need some other work to be done at their time schedule and may wait until |air conditioner checkup.
Description of Work: Heat system check up part of service plan.

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
$200

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you so much for the great review! We love hearing from our customers. Please let us know if there is anything we can improve on! Thank you again for the review!

Carl B.
02/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
He never tries to upsell me on anything I don't need and is perfectly honest with me about my unit. This company (and Jared) are extremely trustworthy, I trust Jared in my house alone and he is even on my Xmas list!
Description of Work: I am signed up for an annual program ($199) where a certified technician --I ALWAYS ask for Jared-- comes to your home and checks every part and parcel of your furnace and air conditioner at the appropriate time of year.

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! I will also pass your compliment onto Jerad. We love hearing from our customers and are glad you were happy with the service. If there is anything we can improve on please don't hesitate to ask! Thank you again for the great review.

Jeri G.
01/2014
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
For the most part I am very satisfied with their service. We have been under contract with them for two years. A couple of times, needed repairs have been completed incorrectly, but they always sent someone out promptly to fix the problem without charging us again.
Description of Work: Ongoing service contract. Semi-annual heating and air-conditioning tune-ups.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the review. I'm sorry that there have been times where the job wasn't done 100% correctly. We are having weekly training sessions with our technicians to improve on this. Let us know if there is anything else we can improve on! You can email us at [hyperlink removed]and put To: Stefanie Bachmann. Thank you again!

Jackie F.
01/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
At that time we purchased an extended service policy. We have been happy with the unit and their service.
Description of Work: They are the company we purchased our new heating and air conditioning from several years ago.

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! We really appreciate it! Let me know if there is anything else we can do for you!

Warren C.
01/2014
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
My most serious complaint is that I pay for this by monthly credit card charge, but they never call me to make an appointment for the service. I have to try to remember to call them -- and service on the heating system should be in September or October not December.
Description of Work: I used McCarthy's One Hour for a bi-annual check of the heating system.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thanks for voicing your concern! The tune up can be done anytime during the heating season. Some people like it done at the begining, some in the middle, and some want it done at the end so their system is ready for the next year. It's up to the customer. Since I noticed that you like it done towards the begining I made a note in your account hand changed the time we call you to schedule to service to the September/October time. Let us know if you have any other concerns! We want to make sure our customers are happy!

Crystal D.
12/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Today we had our thermostat set to 72 and throughout the day it was 64 degrees and decreasing inside. The furnace was not kicking on so we called McCarthy's at 7:15pm and they had a technician here by 8:15pm, the problem was fixed within 15 minutes and we had heat again! The Tech was Jon M. He was very friendly professional and explained everything. He took his shoes off when he came in the house and was very respectful. Great service, great responsiveness, and great experience.
Description of Work: We were only getting cold air out of the furnace, turned out to be a dirty sensor. He cleaned a sensor because apparently it was preventing the furnace from knowing that the flame was going and so it kept cutting off the gas.

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
$135

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thanks for the great review! We love hearing from our customers and I'll make sure Jon hears your compliment on his work! Let us know if there is anything else you need!

Jon K.
12/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Replaced a faulty electronic heating system filter.
Description of Work: Serviced the heating system filter.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$600

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the good review! We appreciate hearing from our customers! If there is anything we can improve on please let us know! We want to make our customers happy! Thank you again for the review!

Carolyn (Carrie) F.
12/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They installed a new furnace and thermostat. I purchased all of this through them. They gave me three different furnace options and I chose a high efficiency furnace that would cut back on the bill. I spent more to save more over time. They were very responsive to my initial call and also quick with the installation. Once the new furnace was installed, they removed and hauled away the old one. They also cleaned up well after the work was done. I have used them for 15 years and have always found them very reliable and quick. They also gave a $50 gift certificate.
Description of Work: The circuit board on my furnace was damaged because of a lightning strike.

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the GREAT review! Our company loves hearing from our customers and I will make sure the technicians and installers hear your comment. If there is anything else in the future you need let us know! We want to keep our customers happy and comfortable!

Nancy F.
11/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They checked the furnace and the heat pump, cleaned everything. Everything went fine.
Description of Work: .

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! We love hearing from our customers! If you need anything in the future please let me know!

Gloria L.
10/2013
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
All went well except when tech was asked to check thermostat gauge. He changed the batteries to the unit but when he left the unit kept saying it was time for service. This thermostat unit seems to baffle most of the techs who come and do routine checks. It was installed by McCarthy's when AC installed.
Description of Work: routine ac check

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the review! I will look into what thermostate you have and make sure all the technicians are trained and up to date on all thermostates. I'm sorry you have had trouble with them coming out and not correcting the problem with your thermostate. Thank you for bringing it to our attention!

Donald K.
10/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The serviceman cleaned the burners and jets. Checked the ignitor and the carbon monoxide levels. Checked the filter. Checked the power supply and the fan. Replaced the batteries in the thermostat. I was very pleased with the serviceman.
Description of Work: Annual furnace check up. Done under a service contract. That is why there was no cost.

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you so much for the great review! We love hearing from our customers! I'll relay this back to the technician who was at your home. If you have any other questions or needs please don't hesitate to ask! Once again, thank you!

Warren C.
10/2013
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The furnace was "howling" when the fan was running. They failed to correct that problem even after a second visit. It seems they reset the speed on the furnace fan when doing the annual inspection and it causes a loud whistling noise two different technicians have failed to correct.
Description of Work: Regular servicing of heat pump and furnace; reset speed of furnace fan

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
2.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
I'm sorry that you are having problems with the noise coming from your system. I looked in your past notes and we do have a job where a technician had gone out and couldn't fix the noise on the system. It didn't state weather he couldn't find where it was coming from, or if the system was not making the noise at that time. The tune up visit we recently went on had no notes in it about a noise, or looking for one. I'm sorry if you asked for that technician to look for the noise as well and that didn't happen. I did send this information to our GM and service manager in hopes that we are able to resolve your issue quickly. Thank you for your review and you should be hearing from out manager when he gets back in town either end of this week or beginning of next. (Todays date is 10/15/2013).

Daryl W.
10/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Jared the service tech arrived promptly, did a thorough job looking for the issue. He looked for possible lighting strike on he house and surrounding area. He decided that it must have hot the ground first since we had surge protectors and these should have stopped the damage. He quickly found the burned circuit boards and replaced them he then filled out all the paper work from insurance and told is to call h if we needed anything else. We were happy with the job.
Description of Work: Replaced two burned circuit boards that had been effected by lightning

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
$868

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great review! We are glad that Jared was able to help you, find the problem and make sure the insurance forms were filled out properly! If you need any further assistance please don't hesitate to ask. We are glad that your system is up and working properly again! Once again thank you for your great review!

Roberta S.
10/2013
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
tuneup went fine and problem was supposedly fixed. needed to return on 7/30/13 as a/c not functioning correctly again replaced part that was arching service door at no charge
Description of Work: did summer tuneup and checked heat pump a/c that was not cooling properly .

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$69

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for your review! I'm sorry your unit may not be working properly at this time but I am glad we are able to make it out there and correct the problem at no charge to you. Our records show that your heat pump is 10 years old, this may be the reason why we are having to go out and correct a small problem but it should do the trick and allow it to run properly. We want to make sure your system is working properly and our customer is satisfied, if this does not happen with the next visit please let us know asap! We do not want you worrying about your system functioning properly in the future. Once again, thank you for your review.

sharon M.
10/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I called them on Monday and the appointment was set up for Tuesday at 1:00. They called and said they had a technician available at 11:30 if that was ok with me. He came diagnosed the problem called the wholesaler got the part and installed it. the price for the part and labor is $550. I was asked if it was okay to go ahead and replace the part . I gave my ok now my furnace is working
Description of Work: i needed a part replaced in the furnace.

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
$550

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
Thank you for the great reivew! We love hearing from our customers! If you have any more trouble with your furnace this winter let us know. If your furnace is older and you need replacing we will subtract that $550 from the cost of a new furnace. I hope that it works smoothly for you all winter though! Thank you again for the great review!

Justin B.
08/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
These folks are the best when it comes to a problem with your furnace or AC. They come out any day of the week and even on holidays. They are always on time, clean, and very friendly.
Description of Work: They have been doing work for me over the last 10 years. Repair work and twice a year checkups.

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
$200

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
(removed member name), Thank you very much for the great review! And we are very happy to hear from a customer that has been with us for about 10 years! Thanks for being apart of our family!

Patrick L.
08/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Have had annual contract for the last few years. Cost of annual contract equals Angie's List coupons for individual checkups. Have had several technicians inspect furnace and a/c unit yearly. They have all been punctual, friendly, and have given me advice on economical use of both. Despite thoroughness of inspections they have not found anything wrong. This contrasts with a previous company that informed me on Christmas Eve that they could not turn my furnace back on because it had cracks in it. Since it was Christmas Eve I could not get a 2nd opinion. I appreciate the honesty of McCarthy's employees!
Description of Work: Thorough inspection of a/c unit and gas furnace annually for the last 3 years.

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
$90

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
[removed member name], Thank you very much for your review! We greatly appreciate it! If there is anything we can do for you in the furture please let us know! We love hearing from our customers and want to make sure they are 100% satisfied! Once again, thank you!

Robert A.
08/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I was pleased because the installation of the heat pump unit did not conflict with our oil-burning furnace. They were very professional, prompt and knowledgeable. We are looking forward to saving money because we will be using less heating oil. I would recommend their services to others.
Description of Work: We had a very old unit. They installed two heat pump units. They’ve provided our heating and air conditioning services for about 6 years.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$18,000

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
[removed member name], Thank you very much for your review! I'm glad we could help you save money with installing two new heat pumps and allowing you to keep your oil-burning furnace. We appreciate you as a long standing customer and hope you are 100% satisfied! Once again, thank you!

Terence C.
08/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I think they’re very honest and always on-time and are fair with their pricing and perform outstanding work. They have great employees working for them. I would recommend their services to others.
Description of Work: They provided an AC tuneup. We are under an annual service agreement with them and have been using their services for about three years.

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

Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
[removed member name], We greatly appreciate your outstanding review! Thank you for being customer and using us in the past. We will make sure to be fair and perform outstanding work in future for any of your heating, AC, plumbing or electrical needs! Just let us know what you need and we will be there; always reaching for that 100% satisfaction! Once again, thank you!

Contact information

14302 C Cir, Omaha, NE 68144

http://www.mccarthysonehour.com

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
Yes
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
No
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Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Electrical,
Plumbing,
Drain Cleaning,
Wells and Pumps

FAQ

McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning is currently rated 4.4 overall out of 5.
McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,Visa
No, McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning does not offer free project estimates.
Yes, McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning offers eco-friendly accreditations.
No, McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning offers emergency services.
No, McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning does not offer warranties.
McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning offers the following services: Installations and maintenance of residential ac, heat pumps, furnaces, humidifiers, duct cleaning, home scans, air analysis & zoning. Other Services Offered: Plumbing and Electrical

Contact information

14302 C Cir, Omaha, NE 68144

http://www.mccarthysonehour.com