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
Description of Work: semi-yearly check-ups and maintenance
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Matthew H.
08/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
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Description of Work: They replaced my air conditioner. They replaced the coil that the fan takes the cold from and the lines between the two.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,200
Jon K.
04/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Excellent.
Description of Work: Replace furnace and air conditioner.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
Patricia A K.
03/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They do an excellent job!
Description of Work: They come out twice a year to service my air conditioning and heating unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
sharon M.
11/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro
RICHARD AND JULIE W.
08/2009
5.0
electrician
+ -1 more
Everything was great. We purchased a membership with them for the plumbing and electrical and, as members, we will always receive a 10% discount. The electrical conversion was a very difficult process, but everything turned out very well.
Description of Work: They performed a complete electrical conversion for our home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,982.73
Wallace T.
05/2009
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
This is the second time we've used McCarthy's. They were prompt and professional. The technician wore protective booties while inside the house to keep the carpet clean. A part needed to be replaced. The technician showed me the faulty part and explained what was wrong with it. They did a great job, would use them again.
Description of Work: Performed annual service on AC unit. Replaced a faulty capacitor.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$200
Alan B.
01/2009
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I was impressed with them. They had a large crew and worked professionally. The crew was friendly and worked well with each other. They came at the time they said they would. They cleaned up well. They answered all my questions.
Description of Work: They replaced the heat pump, furnace and water heater.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$13,200
DOUGLAS L.
09/2008
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
If we have a problem in between their visits we get a discount on the repairs and the service call. They are very knowledgeable about their products and are quick and efficient.
Description of Work: We have a service contract so they come out every 6 months and check things out.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$21
Robert S.
10/2007
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Good overall. Found a CO leak of 4 ppm. Cleaned system.
Description of Work: Performed a furnace cleaning and inspection.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$59
John A.
09/2007
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
First off, to get them to show up is $85, and that gives you a six hour window. To get them to show up within an hour is $99. That's just to show up! He showed up on time and appeared to be a nice guy. He started to do his thing and then got cocky when it came to the explanation. He said my condenser fan was seized up. That much I understood. Then his explanation went into a diatribe of such and such is pumping too much ohms and this other part is reading in at 120 watts but it should be at 240. I said that was all Greek to me and he tried to explain it, but it was still way over my head. So I thought forget it. It turned out that I needed a new unit. I asked how much. He had no idea. He couldn't even guess. He had to have one of his salesmen come out and do that. I just asked for a price range, and he couldn't even do that. I regrettably paid him his $99 and sent him on his way. The only thing I got out of him was that my AC wasn't working; that I already knew.
Description of Work: I didn't have the work done because the company representative turned me off to them. He was arrogant, spoke too technically using technical jargon that was way over my head (I even asked for an explanation and never got one), couldn't answer all my questions, and had to set up another appointment with someone else to get my other questions answered. All this while I'm sitting in my 90 degree house. Estimate $3500.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
professionalism
2.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Response from McCarthys One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning
AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT THE MEMBER ABOUT THE CHALLENGES WITH HIS SERVICE VISIT, WE WILL POST OUR RESPONSE WITHOUT SPEAKING DIRECTLY WITH HIM. WE ENCOURAGE FEEDBACK OF ALL KINDS AND THE MEMBER’S IS NO DIFFERENT. IN FACT, HIS CONCERNS FOSTERED A DISCUSSION ABOUT "TALKING TOO TECHY." OUR TECHNICIANS TRAIN MANY HOURS ABOUT EVERY KIND OF HVAC SYSTEM. IT'S EASY FOR THEM TO FORGET THAT SOME WORDS THEY CHOOSE HAVE LITTLE MEANING TO MOST HOMEOWNERS. **WE DON'T INCLUDE THE REPLACEMENT SYSTEM PRICING STRUCTURE IN OUR TECHNICIAN'S MANUALS BECAUSE WE HAVE A STAFF OF SPECIFICALLY TRAINED COMFORT ADVISORS, EXPERTS IN FINDING THE PERFECT SYSTEM FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. THE TOTAL INVESTMENT OF A REPLACEMENT SYSTEM CAN RANGE SLIGHTLY DEPENDING ON CUSTOMER CHOICES AND ENGINEERING REQUIREMENTS AND THAT’S WHY WE HAVE ASKED OUR TECHNICIANS NOT TO GUESS AT THE PRICE. **WE, LIKE MOST SERVICE COMPANIES, ASK FOR AN EVALUATION FEE. THIS PROVIDES FOR THE COSTS THAT WE INCUR TRAVELING TO THE HOME AND COMPLETING A FULL DIAGNOSIS OF THE SYSTEM. **MANY OF OUR CLIENTS HAVE COME TO APPRECIATE A COMPANY THAT VALUES THEIR TIME. FOR THEM, WE HAVE DEVELOPED OUR ONE HOUR CALL. WE GUARANTEE THAT WE WILL ARRIVE IN THE HOUR YOU HAVE REQUESTED OR THE ENTIRE SERVICE IS FREE! OUR ONE HOUR APPOINTMENT IS AN ADDITIONAL $14 FOR THAT REASON. WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE MEMBER FOR THE VALUABLE FEEDBACK WHICH HAS AFFORDED US THE OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE OUR SERVICE.
A S.
07/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
When your A/C goes out during a heat wave, you know there can be long delays and high costs for repairs. We knew the A/C unit at our home was 20+ years old and were torn between a new A/C unit or a heat pump. I called at 8AM an a service man was there by 1PM. Most other companies I called weren't able to have a technician visit for more than a day. After giving us the diagnosis, they had a salesman out to us within an hour and we decided to go with a heat pump over a A/C unit. The salesman was honest and helpful. After deciding what we wanted, he worked to get the paperwork through, before the end of the day (by then it was 4:30) so that the installation could be done the following day. The installation team arrived on time, worked efficiently and the house was cool and comfortable by 1PM, the next day. I'm a jewelry artist (shameless plug www.allthingsangie.com) and the installation crew had to work around me a bit but were very understanding about it.
Description of Work: Our old A/C unit was removed and replaced with a Heat Pump.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
SUNNYE T.
03/2007
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
The technician seemed to know what he was doing and went about his job thoroughly and efficiently. We noticed that he was accosted by one of our neighbors (who is a heating/AC technician) and when we asked him about it, he said they wanted to know why we called McCarthy. He didn't know that the reason was that McCarthy had such a good rating on Angie's List. We will be sure our neighbor knows that. I don't know if I'll hire them again. I really felt the costs could and should have been explained much, much more clearly and I thought what he did was a service call. I will check "yes" on hiring the company for a future job, but I'm really not sure that I will if we don't need them during the year that the service agreement covers.
Description of Work: We needed to have the heating and air conditiong systems completely checked out since we have just purchased the house and the systems are 12 years old. I chose McCarthy's because they had such a good rating and offered a $20 rebate for a service repair. When I called for an appointment, they signed me up for a "membership" for $143.40 a year. The technician cleaned and adjusted controls, checked all working parts on furnace and AC, adjusted the thermostat and showed us how to work it. He checked for carbon monoxide emissions and checked drain lines, etc. Although he noted on the bill that we had no humidifier, he charged us $65.00 for "humidifier PTUV." When I called to question the charges and told "Mary" in the office that I didn't see the $20 credit promised by the notation on Angie's List she said that it wasn't a service call and therefore I wasn't eligible for the savings.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250
ROMETTA H.
02/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
The people I talked to on the phone about my thermostat were very polite and patient with me. I had never had a thermostat like this one and kept thinking that the problem was with how I was setting it. The repairmen who came to my house were very courteous, explained what they were doing, and why. When the problem turned out to be something different than thought, the repairman found he did not have that part on his truck. He called another truck to bring the part, and probably worked past quitting time to complete the repair. I was really grateful because as usual I had put the repair off until the last minute and the forecast was for very cold weather the next day.
Description of Work: I called McCarty's One Hour Heating & Air conditioning twice for assistance with using the thermostat in my new home and they gave me assistance without charge over the phone. When my furnace no longer worked they quickly set up an appointment and a gentleman came to my home to assess the problem. He explained what he was doing and what needed to be done while he was here and said another tech would need to come replace the part. The next tech. replaced the gas valve and cleaned the pilot oriface as well as checked the fittings etc. Actually, the control board needed replaced and he completed that without charge.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$450
JOHN K.
12/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
It went great. Darin came to service our furnace and was prompt and helpful with any questions I had concerning the furnace and the heat pump.
Description of Work: Furnace tune-up.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
3.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$143
DAN O.
12/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Installation process was easy and professional. Service after installation, summer and fall checkups, have been very professional and thorough. This purchase and service have been a positive experience.
Description of Work: Purchased new heat pump and air conditioning unit two years ago.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$4,000
MARIA D.
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Our old furnace needed replaced in the middle of last winter unexpectedly. We were able to get them out right away. They said we needed to replace the old one. They worked about four hours. They took out the old one and installed the new. It works great we are very happy. I am glad they helped us immediately or we would have been cold.
Description of Work: We had a new Coleman gas furnace installed for a 2,000 square foot home.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,800
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We've used McCarthy's for a few years and they come twice a year to inspect or repair anything that's needed such as changing filters or coils etc. They are polite and reliable and our heating and air conditioning are both working well.
Description of Work: McCarthy's inspected our air conditioning unit.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
When the service guy comes to our house they slips on these booties before he comes in so he won t get the carpet dirty. We think that is very considerate of him. They do a good job and we would highly recommend them. They are a reputable company.
Description of Work: The service man came to our house and serviced our air conditioner. He checked all the parts and took readings on it and everything was just fine. We pay two hundred seventy dollars for a three year contract for service on the furnace and air conditioner.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They looked at my air conditioning unit because it wouldn t come on. I thought I was going to have to pay thousands of dollars just to stay cool. I was so devastated, but when he came out and told me it was some little sensor on the inside of my thermostat I was relieved about the price. He changed the sensor and it has worked like new again.
Description of Work: I had them repair my air conditioning unit because it wouldn t turn on.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$180
James D.
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We are one hundred percent satisfied with the job the men did. They worked hard, were on time and didn t leave any mess. We ve used this company for years, so we trust them and they are an honest company. We would recommend them; they are reliable, professional and knowledgeable.
Description of Work: We had a new Coleman furnace and air conditioner installed in our house. They removed the old units and took them away.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,000
08/2006
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We have a yearly contract with McCarthy's one Hour Heating & Air. We only had one problem with them. The last time they were here we had to call them back because they forgot to hook the fan back up. That shouldn't of been missed but overall we liked their service.
Description of Work: They cleaned our air conditioning unit, our filters, and checked our Freon.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$115
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I would recommend McCarthy 1 Hour Heating A Conditioning very highly. They are always available to me if I ever have a problem. They are just terrific. They have very competitive prices, and I enjoy the referral program they offer.
Description of Work: McCarthy 1 Hour Heating A Conditioning comes out twice a year to clean my air conditioner and recharge the Freon if it needs it.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
08/2006
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We have been using this company for awhile they have a plan that help with discounts on our service. When they come out they always do a great job! They make sure to answer any questions that we have.
Description of Work: The company comes annually, and the last time that they came they checked the furnace and made sure that it was in proper working order. They clean it out but did not have to add any new parts.
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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