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A-Abel

Pest Control, Plumbing, Heating and Air Conditioning,

About us

2012 was our 75th Year. We must be doing something right. We will work hard to make sure ANGIE'S LIST customers are pleased with our service. Our Experts are Experienced and ready to solve your Home's problems.

Business highlights

88 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Electrical, Exterminating, Heating & Air, Plumbing, Tubmaster, & Roofing.

Services we don't offer

Fiber Optic Cabling

Amenities

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
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MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.7294 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
84%
4
5%
3
4%
2
3%
1
4%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.7
value
4.4
professionalism
4.7
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 126-150 of 294 reviews

Michael A.
11/2012
5.0
electrician
  + -1 more
Aabel did a great job. They were slightly higher price than the other quotes, but by far reflected a better value which is why I chose them. They clearly explained my options for installation, what the local city electrical codes were, and thier recommendations for best route for installation. They were very flexible with my necessary schedule for both the quote and the installation. The other contractors just came out, stated yes they can do it but not how, and gave me a price. Aabel also explained everything again and the process at time of installation so there was no surprises or confusion.
Description of Work: Installed electrical line and quick disconnect box for my new hot tub.

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
$810

Response from A-Abel
Thanks for the chance to be of service. We are glad that you were interested in the different options regarding how to accopmpish the project SAFELY and ECONOMICALLY.... ( sometimes those two words do not go well together - but we work to assure the safety of anyone near water & electricity)... You can count on our best efforts to continue to earn ANGIE'S LIST member's confidence...

Patrick D.
11/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I have used A-Abel before for extermination services - specifically spraying for insects and spiders in the home. I was impressed with their availability, explanation of services, and the overall product. I was not completely impressed with the price so after a few months when I noticed bugs again, I decided to try another product I found at the store that guaranteed no bugs for 12 months. The product was easy to use but it had a strong odor and it only seemed effective for a few weeks. I called A-Abel back and discovered a quarterly program which allowed for the technician to spray inside and outside for half of the cost of the initial visit. The product has no odor whatsoever, sprayed right on the baseboards and I see absolutely no bugs in my house for at least 90 days. Overall I was very impressed with this company and will continue to use them for extermination services. They have always been great!
Description of Work: Technician comes into the home and sprays the solution directly on the baseboards inside the home and along the outside of the home. No insects (beetles, spiders, ants, etc) will be in the home (typically lasts about 90 days).

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
$70

Patrick D.
11/2012
5.0
carpet cleaners
  + -1 more
Overall the experience was great! John arrived on time, seemed very knowledgeable and efficient and was very professional and friendly. The whole job only took an hour and he even did extra work for no additional charge which I was very pleased with. I was hesistant that he could take up the stubborn stains, mildew (in the basement) and other stains in the bedrooms on a nearly white carpet but after it was all said and done it looks great! I wont know for sure until it dries completely but I may not have to replace the carpet afterall! Thanks A-Abel! I highly recommend your company to any friends or family.
Description of Work: The technician (John) arrived and inspected all carpets that needed to be cleaned, asked a few questions, but then got to work. He cleaned 2 bedrooms, a hallway, and my basement (total of 5 areas).

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

Whitney B.
10/2012
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I had one issue with the girl that worked in the office. Otherwise the guys that cleaned out and treated it were great. They came out and checked. The found a lice. It was a full inspection. Because it was bed bugs, there were three treatments two weeks apart. So I had (inaudible 6:12:7 to 6:32:9). I find that the landlord choose to do the right thing. I had (inaudible 6:43:5) the department of agriculture which ( inaudible 6:47:0) hired this ( inaudible 6:47:9 to 6:50:8) for commercial applicators. And through them, and through the department of public health I found out that by law if there is more than four units in the building, that a commercially licenced applicator has to be used. All that the landlord did was he came in and put a ( inaudible 7:26:2). The people from Aabel were great. The front desk girl really had an attitude and I ended up calling the owner. As a customer I feel when you know you're going to have to come back in two weeks, then you schedule those. And it was like they were ( inaudible 8:29:9) and I wouldn't be scheduled. I told her and I had to do her job for her. He apologized to me. The other were great, it was just that one person. From what I heard, I wasn't the only one who had problems with her.
Description of Work: I looked at Aabel for extermination. He ended up doing work. The day after I moved in I found bed bugs. It took over a month and a half for my landlord to find me the right thing to use.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$200

Barbara Z.
10/2012
5.0
carpet cleaners, pest control
  + 0 more
The carpet technician arrived when he was due and followed up with a phone call when the job was completed.
Description of Work: A-Abel shampooed carpet which was stained heavily by spills, pet, etc. He did a great job and removed stains that I thought would be impossible to remove. Very happy with their 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
$200

Jim V.
09/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I called in the morning of the 22nd and Josh was at the house by the afternoon. He couldn't find anything and said it may just be a fluke and recommended a siding person come out to make sure rodents couldn't get into the house via behind the siding. The siding person came out a few days later and said the siding was good (could be better), but said we need to wait and see to make sure there really is an issue. What I really liked about both Josh and the siding person (don't have his name) is their professionalism and wanting to make sure we do what is needed, no more, no less. I feel they are trustworthy and if there are any additional issues I wouldn't hesitate to call them to come back for another check and create a plan to fix the problem.
Description of Work: Due to possible critters in the attic or within the walls of the house I called A-Abel to have someone come out and inspect the attic and around the house. Besides the inspection, a siding expert came out (under the recommendation of the exterminatorf) to make sure there wasn't siding issues.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Douglas G.
09/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Great service Timely and Professional
Description of Work: Annual Termite Inspections

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
$75

Patricia L.
09/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They did a really good job. We are really pleased with the new unit. They were very efficient and their prices were reasonable. This new system cut our energy costs by half. I would recommend them to others.
Description of Work: They replaced the Heating and A/C unit in our house.

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

Jennifer M.
09/2012
5.0
air duct cleaning, carpet cleaners, pest control, plumbing
  + 2 more
Overall, I am very pleased with a abel. I used many of their different contractors and feel they are overall very skilled and professinal. Will use again, if needed.
Description of Work: We moved into an older home we purchased and, lo and behold, discovered it had many issues that needed looked at, fixed, remediated, etc. We had to have an exterminator, a plumber, heating/ac, carpet cleaning, and duct cleaning. Each service was performed by a separate a abel contractor(s). All work done was exemplary. Most of the contractors sent out were punctual, professional and gave a call ahead of time and left without leaving a mess. Receiving the highest marks would be the exterminator, the plumber and the carpet cleaners. We had a severe ant problem and was warned by the exterminator that we may need continual treatements but whatever he did worked the first time. He gave a lot of great advice and took his time to explain things and look over some other "critter" issues we had. The plumber was also more than helpful even going so far as to give me step-by-step instructions (being patient while I wrote it all down!) on how to drain the hot water heater in the future. The carpet cleaners were great! They did an outstanding job, the best carpet cleaning job I've ever had. Never calling Stanley Steemer again!

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
$500

James L.
08/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The installation was done in a timely manner and went smoothly, and they had a competitive bid. I have no problems with the work.
Description of Work: They installed a new heating and air conditioning system.

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 A-Abel
THANKS FOR CHOOSING A-ABEL.... we appreciate the chance to work for you & your family. Glad to hear you're pleased with our work, and we're certain that you will enjoy the comfort that the new system provides throughout the years... Thanks Again...

ROSEMARY R.
08/2012
5.0
carpet cleaners, heating & air conditioning/hvac, plumbing
  + 1 more
They are great, We use them all the time. They are on time, they do a great job, they get the spots out, they are in and out of here, they just do a really good job and I really think its a great value.
Description of Work: I used Aabel to clean my carpets this last time but do just about everything. As I use them all the time.

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
$85

Response from A-Abel
Thanks for choosing our Carpet Cleaning service. We are ready when you need us... Enjoy the fresh - clean floors.

Monika H.
08/2012
5.0
electrician, heating & air conditioning/hvac, pest control, plumbing, roofing
  + 3 more
They are very professional and stand behind their work.
Description of Work: We have used Aabel for a number of things. They were the company that updated our breaker box and meter when we first got our house. We are also under contract for termite control, though we never have had termites. I view it as a insurance policy. They were most helpful when they discovered a source of a leak that caused water damage to a pergo floor. I discovered that the chimney flashing was failing and they replaced it with a great one piece system. There was water still leaking into the house. Aabel came back out and found that there was a crack in the PVC exhaust from a recently installed 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
$200

Response from A-Abel
Thanks for your loyalty... Glad to hear you've been pleased with ALL OUR SERVICES...Sorry to have to be such a frequent "guest" at your home, but it is EXACTLY what we do.... WE FIX THINGS... we will be here when (if ) you need us in the future. Thanks again

Christy S.
08/2012
3.0
pest control
  + -1 more
Termites came back again the second year. Dont know if it is anything they did or just the circumstances. They replied promtly and were professional but I think for what they do it is very over priced. Had them out for an ant problem and a guy came out with a tube about the size of first aid cream and dapped a bit here and there and it was $240.00 - did not fix the problem.
Description of Work: Used them twice: once for termites, again for ants.

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

$1,700

Cathy S.
07/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They were prompt, service was thorough, service tech very nice. I've used A Abel for 16 years now and I'm very satisfied.
Description of Work: This was a prepaid tune up that I have done every year, this was for the AC.

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 A-Abel
Thanks for Choosing A-Abel AGAIN... We appreciate the repeat business. Our crews work hard to keep you comfortable & earn your confidence and trust... THANKS

Monika H.
07/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
A-Able Exterminating are very personable and professional. They are always on time. They are thorough. They answer my questions. Their prices are very reasonable. I will continue to use them.
Description of Work: They come out and inspect for termites and do yearly inspections.

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

Roger J.
06/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They stay behind their services. If we had any other immediate pest problem or internal ant problem that was not solved, then they would come back out and treat it. The price is good.
Description of Work: A-Abel came out for the exterminating service.

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

Patricia M.
06/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They were very good. They did a great job.
Description of Work: I used A Abel Exterminating Co for pest control.

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
$50

Jeffrey S.
05/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They took care of the problem I had and I can use them to make sure the termites do not come back which I like. I would use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I used A-Abel to check the termite stations. I have been using them for quite a few 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
$250

Donna W.
05/2012
5.0
air duct cleaning
  + -1 more
We've been dealing with them for 25 years. They really know our system and we live in an old house, so it can get challenging for them and they always do a good job. If we have a problem we call them and they come out quickly. We've been very pleased with them.
Description of Work: They service our heater and central air system. We have a maintenance contract with them.

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 A-Abel
Thanks for the kind words... we work hard to solve problems and protect homes... your business is appreciated.

Dan D.
05/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The installation was somewhat complicated by a small working/installation space. We were able to negotiate several additional services as part of the installation and the company was willing to return to explain the entire working of the system.
Description of Work: New HVAC heat pump was installed along with duct cleaning. An air filter and humidifier was also included. Things were done very professionally and on schedule even though there were some things that extended the time that was expected. I would say it was very satisfactory.

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

Response from A-Abel
Glad to hear you were pleased with our work... Thanks for choosing A-Abel - I hope you are enjoying the comfortable-clean air since our installation. If we can be of service on any future needs, just give us a call. As you know..."Because It's Always Something ! "... thanks again..

Michael J.
05/2012
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I have a contract so I use them continuously. Their prices are about average.
Description of Work: I use A Able for pest control. They do termite control.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Connie H.
04/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
We renew our contract every year. We’ve had nothing but excellent service from him. They inspect the house both inside and outside. So far, for the time we’ve lived here, we’ve never had to have anything extra done. Everything’s been fine. I would use them again.
Description of Work: We’ve used A-Abel for exterminating services for years. They come out once a year. They’re in Dayton.

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
$71

Sandra M.
04/2012
4.0
pest control
  + -1 more
I feel like they are more customer focused. I have been very pleased and happy with A Abel. I would continue to use them again in the future.
Description of Work: I use A Abel Exterminating for pest control.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Yvonne T.
03/2012
5.0
pest control, plumbing
  + 0 more
A Abel is really professional and they get the job done. The nicest part about the company are its people -- the actual plumbers and exterminators, etc., that work for them. These are local people who want to do right by the customer. They give excellent advice and really care about the customer, how much you're spending, and whether or not they're doing the job you need done. They look for ways to save you money, which is a rarity today.
Description of Work: A Abel has come out twice to our home, once for checking out a potential extermination problem and another time to do a video of our main drain (it had roots in it, which they cleared on a prior visit).

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
$300

Response from A-Abel
Thanks very much for your kind words. Your experience is EXACTLY what our "family of businesses' is all about. We are thrilled that you used us for multiple services - and glad that you are pleased. If you ever need anything else... we'll be here... thanks again.

Guillermo L.
03/2012
5.0
pest control
  + -1 more
They were very courteous, prompt, and did a fantastic job. They also gave me good advice, and I would highly recommend them.
Description of Work: They did an extermination job for me.

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

Contact information

440 Congress Park Dr, Dayton, OH 45459

a-abel.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Licensing

Insured
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Service Categories

Pest Control,
Plumbing,
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Electrical,
Water Heaters,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Drain Cleaning,
Generator,
Wells and Pumps,
Water Filtration and Softening,
Lighting,
Gutters

FAQ

A-Abel is currently rated 4.7 overall out of 5.

Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Saturday: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

A-Abel accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
No, A-Abel does not offer free project estimates.
No, A-Abel does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, A-Abel does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, A-Abel offers emergency services.
No, A-Abel does not offer warranties.
A-Abel offers the following services: Electrical, Exterminating, Heating & Air, Plumbing, Tubmaster, & Roofing.
Fiber Optic Cabling

Contact information

440 Congress Park Dr, Dayton, OH 45459

a-abel.com

Service hours

Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday:
8:00 AM - 1:00 PM