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STAAB & SONS INC

Heating and Air Conditioning, Water Heaters, Chimney Repair,

About us

COVID-19; Still Open and able to safely service you. Emergency Service? Please call directly instead of requesting a quote for faster response times. Mention Angie's List when calling for priority pricing and service. Family owned and operated since 1929. Winner of the 2013, 2015 & 2016 Angie's List Super Service Award. Winners of the 2011 Better Business Torch Award for business ethics. We have been serving our customers in Allegheny and surrounding counties for many years. We have over four generations of experience and there is not a job or system that we cannot handle. Large or small our HVAC employees are factory authorized, NATE certified and EPA certified technicians. Our plumbing techs are D.O.T. certified with master and journeyman licenses. All of our employees are trained in their field of expertise along with Staab and Sons high level of business ethics along with the knowledge and expertise to get the job right the first time around is the cornerstone of the quality of service our customers have come to expect!

Business highlights

96 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Installation and repairs for heating and cooling. Gas & electric air-conditioning, gas & electric heating, hot water & steam boilers, plumbing, ventilation systems, electric air cleaners, humidifiers, furnace, air cleaners, duct, duct work, custom sheet metal work, water and Sewer Lines,Camera services sewer, drain cleaning Faucet, piping, fixture repair and replacement, garbage disposals, dye testing services, back flow prevention services, plumbing bath and kitchen remodeling.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Photos of past projects

Reviews

4.7131 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
82%
4
8%
3
3%
2
2%
1
5%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.8
value
4.5
professionalism
4.8
responsiveness
4.8
punctuality
4.8
Showing 1-25 of 131 reviews

William H.
02/2023
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Works great, looked like a huge project
Description of Work: Needed a new boiler for old hot water radiator system

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$6,500

Joe P.
08/2021
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I am very pleased with my new air conditioner and furnace. The technicians were timely, courteous, and professional and addressed all of my concerns and questions. They quickly and efficiently removed the old furnace and A/C and installed the new system. I would recommend them again.
Description of Work: Replacement of central air conditioner and 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
$7,300

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you, [Member Name Removed] for the great review. Our technicians take pride in the service they provide to all of our customers. Sincerely, Staab & Sons, Inc. 412-881-6100

Emily I.
02/2021
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Not so good. He couldn't figure out why my humidifier wouldn't work. It was something with the wiring of the furnace, but it stopped working after he left. I need to call him again, but it troubles me that he says I need all this electrical wiring work done in my house that I don't have the money for.
Description of Work: Service and humidifier hook up
Rating CategoryRating out of 5

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Our technician discovered that the electric line circuit feeding the furnace was getting a back-feed of electric through the ground wire which is not supposed to happen. This was causing the circuit going to the humidifier to not operate the humidifier properly. Our technician had to connect the humidifier to a completely different circuit until the customer had an electrician sort out the wiring problem that was also effecting other outlets in the customer's home. Our technician explained the problem to the customer and the humidifier was operating properly when our technician left. Once the electrician problem is repaired, we would be glad to reconnect the humidifier to the furnace circuit. Since then, we called the customer twice to follow up on our service, but we had to leave messages. Thank you, Staab & Sons

Gregory G.
01/2021
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They were great! The basement radiator/baseboard heating system they installed in our basement finishing project in 2019 was very professionally done, looks great and has made a tremendous difference in making that a usable, livable space (rec area, kitchenette, bike workshop, home office, etc.). This winter (2021) we did notice that the large radiator in the basement (which was already in the house when we bought it but not hooked up) that they had installed was not heating properly. Staab sent a technician to service it and flushed it and it improved but was still not 100%. He projected that they would probably need to come back and cut a hole in the ceiling to access the piping and fix the problem. So we were anticipating calling our basement contractor to come out to do that and then have Staab come back to repair the system. Later that day, Ray the original installer of the heating system called and said to hold up and don’t cut the walls, that he thought he could figure out a solution since he did the original install. And he did! He put in another valve above an open access space in the ceiling without having to cut open the ceiling and now the radiator works great! AND he did not charge us for the repair! So I would say that Staab & Sons is a truly professional company that stands by their work and are very customer service oriented. I can highly recommend them.
Description of Work: Installation of heating system for a new basement remodeling. And a later follow-up for fixing a basement radiator that was not heating.

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 STAAB & SONS INC
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Ron L.
12/2020
1.0
excavators
  + -1 more
Came home Saturday evening house was 50 degrees, heat pump not working. Called Staab, got answering service and they said someone would call me to set up an emergency repair. Never heard from them. It says they have 24 hour service, but I do not think that is the case.
Description of Work: Heat pump troubleshoot and repair

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0


Response from STAAB & SONS INC
I apologize for the inconvenience, after further research it was discovered that our answering service never forwarded your information to our on-call technician. We made them aware of this issue and would like to thank you for bringing this to our attention. Please consider giving us another opportunity should you need service in the future.

Jim I.
09/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We used Staab in 1987 to add AC to our existing forced air system. We moved in 2007 and never had any problems with the Bryant unit bought from Staab. When we returned to Pittsburgh in 2020, we naturally called Staab to install a complete forced air AC system in the home we purchased. It was installed in four days, start to finish, works flawlessly and the installation crew was excellent, courteous, knowledgeable and never once complained about working in the extreme heat in the attic. Staab is a family owned local business and they treated us like family. Mike, Ray, Elizabeth, Brandon, Sam and Bill were all wonderful to work with!
Description of Work: complete AC installed in a 1952 home which had never had 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

Kevin S.
08/2020
5.0
chimney repair
  + -1 more
called in morning, the person answering the phone was great. there were there early afternoon sane day,, done in in a couple hours. The tech was very nice and informative. Will use again.
Description of Work: Air Condition 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
$300

Jeremy W.
07/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Everything went well! I would highly recommend using Staab and sons. They were knowledgeable, professional, had reasonable prices and did a great instal job!
Description of Work: A new HVAC unit

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
$3,100

Carol A.
07/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, chimney repair
  + 0 more
I contacted Staab and spoke with Elizabeth to schedule an appointment to have my A/C thermostat replaced. It failed to function on a 95 degree day. Lucky me. She informed me that someone could likely come over in 2 days, but she would need to confirm this and get back with me. She was very helpful, professional and a pleasure to talk with. I emailed her a photo of my current thermostat so they would know what type of replacement was required. One hour later, Gerald returned my call and told me that one of his employees, Rick, would be able to come over to do the installation within the half hour!!!! (Multiple exclamation points are totally indicated here). It was already the end of their work day, however, it turned out that it was doable for Rick to stop over on his way home from their office. This was an extremely pleasant surprise, especially because the forecast for the next three days was 90 plus degrees. Gerald said that the timing just happened to work out for a same day appointment, for which I had no expectation whatsoever given the time of year. I really appreciated Gerald’s great sense of humor, understanding, and willingness to send Rick over to replace the thermostat after his work day had pretty much ended. Of course I also was incredibly thankful for Rick’s willingness to extend his work day. Additionally, it was brutally hot, and, on top of that, we were experiencing a mask mandated situation due to the pandemic. Life has not been a joy ride for anyone these days, but for people who do this type of work, it has to be tough. They totally made my day, which was previously filled with stressful home owner issues. It was awesome to have something go right that day. Did I mention how hot it was? Thanks so much!
Description of Work: A/C thermostat replacement

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
$234

Ed N.
07/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It went very well considering it was a holiday weekend. Jim went out of his way to try and find the fan motor on Friday 3rd, he tried to get a motor from a local supplier to no avail. However Jim was able to find one first thing on Monday the 6th, it was installed with no problems. I would highly recomend STAAB @ Sons. We will have them back this fall to tune up the furnace for the winter season....
Description of Work: After 20 years the compressor fan motor needed replaced

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

Donald K.
06/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, chimney repair
  + 0 more
Staab and Sons was very professional and repsonsive. Spoke with Jim within 10 minutes of calling the office after hours. Told me Dean the service technician would call me first thing in the morning. He called @ 8:15 am. Dean was very professional and offered advice and guidance @ NO CHARGE!! Unbelievable how honest and forthright he was!!!!! Had an HVAC company to my home a few days prior, charged me $500 and didn't fix the problem. I would highly recommend Staab and Sons!!! Ask for Dean!!! High integrity!!!!
Description of Work: HVAC advice and guidance

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
$99

Marianne S.
04/2020
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It was good. If you have an issue when it is frozen. You get first serve.
Description of Work: HVAC maintenance
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for your review. We greatly appreciate your positive feedback. We appreciate your confidence in us and am glad we can serve your HVAC needs. Thank you, Staab & Sons

Judith L.
04/2020
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It went very well and Staab already had the part. I thought they charged a lot for labor, though @ $142.50 for less than 45 minutes.
Description of Work: Fix furnace that would not start. Supplied Honeywill ignition control spark 2C56OU for $271.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$386

Jeff B.
10/2019
5.0
plumbing, sewer cleaning
  + 0 more
Wow! I called at 10am and had service done by 12:30. Fabian was the technicians name. He was polite, fixed the issue and left a clean basement. I would hire Staab & Sons again.
Description of Work: Sewage back-up
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for your review. It's always nice to hear positive feedback. Part of our policy is prompt and courteous service so I am glad our technician provided that for you. We appreciate your confidence in us and am glad we can serve your plumbing needs. Be sure to look us up for your heating and cooling needs as well. Thank you again for taking the time to review us. Have a great day! Staab & Sons, Inc.

Cyril H.
10/2019
2.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
A young girl came and gave a $1600.00 estimate saying that she and a contractor had to tear out a wall and counter in the kitchen to put in a new pipe when the leak was coming from the top of drain visible from the basement. Got another contract and solved the problem for $15.00 and it is holding. He also said tearing out a wall would be extreme and you don't have to go that way. I think she was just inexperienced.
Description of Work: fix a drain

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0


Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Our policy is to do the job the right way the first time. We our confident that our plumber recommended the correct solution to permanently solve the plumbing issue. Unfortunately some companies do quick fixes that do not permanently correct a customer's plumbing issues, which will then later need to be repaired again. It is our job to offer the best permanent solution. It is the customer's decision to decide which way they choose to have it repaired. Best Regards, Staab & Sons, Inc.

Jim H.
09/2019
3.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Problem was loud hammering noise when running the water. Serviceman arrived on schedule and replaced the regulator quickly. But after he left, when we ran the water there was a loud humming noise. We called the office to report this, but we never received a reply. I eventually adjusted the regulator myself, and the humming is much less. Never got any response or satisfaction from the contractor. I would not call them again.
Description of Work: Replace water pressure regulator.

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

$260

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Our policy for callbacks on a job is to return to the customer to rectify the problem at no charge to the customer. Unfortunately we have no record of you calling the office during regular business hours or after hours. The last record of contact we do have is from the invoice which states when the technician left the job all was working fine and the customer at home at the time signed off on it. This is the first we have heard of the problem. We do apologize for any inconvenience you incurred and hope we can regain your confidence. Best Regards, Staab & Sons, Inc.

Michael M.
06/2019
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Elizabeth quickly responded to my inquiry and was easy to communicate with throughout the process. Within two weeks, I received a detailed estimate after Matt visited the property to discuss the project. Unlike some of the other estimates, Staab's was very reasonable. Although I went with another provider, I would definitely consider Staab for future projects.
Description of Work: Replace existing water supply lines and cast iron stack and drains. Rough in kitchen, bathrooms and laundry room.

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

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
We certainly appreciate you giving us the opportunity give you an estimate on the work you needed. We strive to communicate timely and effectively when customers request bids. We are glad the process was positive for you and appreciate that you will consider us in the future. We look forward to doing business with you. Best Regards, Staab & Sons, Inc.

cassandra K.
05/2019
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, water heater repair
  + 0 more
I was truly impressed by the exceptional quality of service provided by Staab & Sons, Inc. I sincerely appreciated their efficient and responsive customer service, the level of detail and accountability they exhibited as my projects were completed, and the overall manner in which they conducted business as a whole. I used Angie’s List to select five companies who specialized in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning. After meeting with Ray Staab, my search was over. He listened to all my concerns with a great deal of patience and provided timely and helpful advice regarding brands, products, and recommended features. Mr. Staab displayed a high level of professionalism, experience, dedication and commitment to quality that was compelling and sincere. During the installation process, the collective abilities of the skilled workers were complimentary to each other and were of great value to the meticulous installation process. I would definitely recommend Staab & Sons, Inc. to others with no hesitation.
Description of Work: Installation of a new furnace, air conditioner, and hot water heater

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 STAAB & SONS INC
We thank you for your review; it is great to hear that you are so pleased with the service you received from us. Because we are a family owned business we take great care in serving our customers so they will be glad they chose us for the job and remain part of our "family". What matters to our customers, matters to us; so if we listen well then we can serve you better. We also encourage teamwork as part of our operating principles so we are glad to hear it showed in your experience with us. We hope you will enjoy your new equipment for many years to come. Have a great week! Sincerely, Staab & Sons, Inc.

David E.
02/2019
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
The work was done fast and expertly. I paid right away because I was preoccupied with other things. Later I noticed the bill. $89 for a diagnostic fee? just to show up and look at it. $92 for labor? Under 1/2 an hour of work. $8 for a truck charge. $226.80 for the gas valve $32.34 for the thermocouple. I looked up the gas valve online and saw prices from $90 to $130. When I contacted them about the price for the part, I was told they charge retail price. It was stated they charge so much so they can offer benefits to their employees. (healthcare,ect) What is the other fees for then? Also they buy the trucks for them to use. Well there is also a $8 truck fee. In retrospect the work was done well but all their prices are way too high. I wish the freezing weather was not due in a few days so I could have investigated more. I forgot to mention to them about the 10% off offer with Angie's List. Not even going to bother contacting them about it.
Description of Work: Furnace needed a new pilot gas valve and thermocouple.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
3.0
value
1.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0

$453

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for taking the time to review your experience with us. I am glad your problem was resolved quickly and as you say, expertly. Timeliness is one of our operating principles, in addition to honesty and integrity. While I understand you feel our prices were too high, our mark up of parts is not outside the realm of practice in our industry. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and good work precedes us; it is why we have been in business since 1929. As well, we put ourselves out there publicly on websites such as Angie's List so our customers can review us. We hear what our customers say and try to incorporate suggestions where possible. So again, thank you for your honest review. We apologize you were displeased with the cost, but we feel it was an honest charge for the work done and stand by our technician's bill. We hope you will take into consideration how most companies, not just ours, incorporate mark ups to cover the necessities of business. Best Regards, Staab & Sons, Inc.

Rosemarie R.
01/2019
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Some adjustments, but no major repairs.
Description of Work: Furnace check up

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 STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for saying you'd hire us again. We aim to please our customers. Have a wonderful day. Staab & Sons, Inc.

JOHN V.
01/2019
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very well. The plumber was friendly and professional. He was very neat, too. When he left, there was no sign that he’d been here, even when he cut a hole to move the supply line.
Description of Work: Faucets installed, toilet installed, supply line moved

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
$750

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for taking the time to review us. We are very glad to hear you were pleased with the service. We are especially pleased he left no trace! We strive for excellence, so to get your feedback really helps us to know how we are doing. Thanks again and have a wonderful day.

TONY P.
11/2018
5.0
plumbing, gas leak repair
  + 0 more
Excellent service at a fair price. The team was professional, their high-quality work was completed on time, and they communicated with me through the entire process.
Description of Work: Relocate gas meter from inside the house to outside. Install new gas service line from street to house.

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
$3,000

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for your review. We are happy to hear you were satisfied with the service we provided. Thank you for your business! Staab & Sons, Inc.

Leonard F.
09/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Very well, although it took longer than we expected due to weather and emergency calls.
Description of Work: Sewer Line Replacement

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

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for your review. We apologize that it took longer than you expected. Our goal is prompt service however, as you said, sometimes unexpected things cause a delay. We thank you for being patient and understanding and trust you were pleased with the end result.

W MICHAEL O.
09/2018
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
'Couldn't tell you. I reached out via email on 9/4 for an estimate and never got a reply.
Description of Work: Window AC installation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
responsiveness
1.0

$100

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Hi [Member Name Removed], we would like to apologize to you for missing your email. Sorry for any inconvenience. We normally do not sell A/C window units. If you have any questions, please call Mike Staab at 412-881-6100. Thanks, Staab & Sons, Inc.

Gary Z.
06/2018
5.0
plumbing
  + -1 more
Since the leak was hidden in the plaster, I had to go with a one plumber and hope that it won't cost a fortune in the process. It went smoothly and it took about 2 1/2 hours to complete the work with replaced parts. Now, I need to deal with a hole in ceiling and get a plasterer to fix it.
Description of Work: Plumbing repair due to a kitchen ceiling hidden leak above from bathroom

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$250

Response from STAAB & SONS INC
Thank you for your review. We are glad our plumber was able to locate the problem and fix it for you in a smooth and timely manner all the while remaining affordable to you. Our customers' satisfaction is a top priority for Staab & Sons. We hope you will call us again if you have future needs. Have a wonderful day.

Contact information

1921 SAW MILL RUN BLVD, Pittsburgh, PA 15210

http://www.staabheating.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
PA016570
Trade License Locale
Pennsylvania
Trade License Authority
Pennsylvania: Home Improvement Contractors
Trade License Expiration
07/01/2025
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Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning,
Water Heaters,
Chimney Repair,
Sewer Cleaning,
Natural Gas Lines,
Excavating,
Exterior Painting,
Drain Pipe Installation

FAQ

STAAB & SONS INC is currently rated 4.8 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

STAAB & SONS INC accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, STAAB & SONS INC offers free project estimates.
No, STAAB & SONS INC does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, STAAB & SONS INC does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, STAAB & SONS INC offers emergency services.
Yes, STAAB & SONS INC offers warranties.
STAAB & SONS INC offers the following services: Installation and repairs for heating and cooling. Gas & electric air-conditioning, gas & electric heating, hot water & steam boilers, plumbing, ventilation systems, electric air cleaners, humidifiers, furnace, air cleaners, duct, duct work, custom sheet metal work, water and Sewer Lines,Camera services sewer, drain cleaning Faucet, piping, fixture repair and replacement, garbage disposals, dye testing services, back flow prevention services, plumbing bath and kitchen remodeling.

Contact information

1921 SAW MILL RUN BLVD, Pittsburgh, PA 15210

http://www.staabheating.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