For almost 80 years, our family at W.G. Speeks has provided the most trusted and highest-rated full-service maintenance and repair of residential and commercial heating & cooling systems in the greater Richmond region. Since 1943, we’ve earned a reputation you can trust through hard work and a commitment to excellence. With expertise spanning three generations, we treat our valued customers just like a member of the family.
Business highlights
82 years of trusted experience
Family Owned & Operated
Emergency Services Offered
Services we offer
Heating system repair and installation
Air conditioning system repair and installation
Commercial and residential
iWave air purifying systems
Heat pumps
Gas and oil furnaces
Boilers
Duct Cleaning
We installed a brand new unit costing over 5 grands with this company . the sales rep was extremely nice and promised us excellent customer service. THE CUSTOMER SERVICE IS NOT ANYTHING LIKE WHAT WE WERE PROMISED. Our brand new unit BROKE DOWN WITHIN 3 MONTHS . The service tech came to fix it and we requested to have the top unit which is also under Preventetive maintainence to take a look at it as the top floor unit was working double due to the lower floor being broken for 2 days. I was told that would cost us additional $95 even though I have a pm on the top floor and a 10 year warranty on the new unit. The technician and the owner Vicki both refused to take a look at it without $95 extra fee. MY FRUSTATION CAME FROM 1stly with my brand new unit breaking down in the 1st 3 months of installation. 2nd They were trying to take advantage and charge the extra $95 . The tech was already here for the breaking of the BRAND NEW UNIT but they still wanted to make the extra $95 just to look at the 2nd unit. I would be very careful in purchasing any kind of equipment with this company as not only do the equipment fail within months but the customer service tries to milk you as every oppurtunity. After I spoke with Vicki and asked her how we could start the process of returning the unit she said that someone will call me back . The technician received a call and did finally take a look at the unit before he left . NOT A GOOD EXPERIENCE AT ALL.
Description of Work: Fixed the Brand new unit that broke within 3 months.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
4.0
Malcolm T.
06/2014
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They explained everything we needed to know. They were quick with the service and treated us in a courteous manner.
Description of Work: WG Speeks repaired and replaced a broken fan.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$300
Andrew N.
12/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Premium quality. They were prompt, kind, professional and easily could have tried to talk me into a new unit. Efficiently replaced the capacitor and the system was cooling again in 30 minutes. This is my third experience with them and they are always phenomenal. I have the HIGHEST possible standards for vendors and am quite untrusting but these guys won me over in a major way. Highly recommended.
Description of Work: Replaced a capacitor on an aging AC 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
$200
Teresa Z B.
09/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, air duct cleaning
+ 0 more
The installation went well until a part broke when installing the water lines from the water heater to the humidifier. They came back the next day and fixed the issue. After completion, the county inspector came a found a problem with a valve and this was promptly corrected the next day. All in all, it went well. The installation team was prompt, courteous and professional. The whole process took 2 1/2 days plus 2 days for the county inspection.
Description of Work: WG Speeks installed a new gas furnace, air conditioner and humidifier. They also did a whole house duct cleaning.
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
$7,000
Darlene R.
05/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I'm really happy I went with W.G. Speeks for my new heating/AC system (heat pump). It was installed on 10/31/11 and serviced every 6 months since then (per contract with them). Sean was the technician who performed my maintenance check on 5/15/13. He was right on time, courteous and efficient. He explained things to me so I know how to take care of my new system. Even the appointment scheduler was kind and accommodating. This has been my experience with W.G. Speeks since the new installation. Every business likes to get the new, big, expensive jobs. But the real proof of a business is in their service after the job is done. When it's good or excellent, it should be acknowledged. Thus, this review.
Description of Work: Biannual maintenance check-up on new heat pump.
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
Response from W G Speeks Inc
Thank you for taking the time to write this review. We appreciate your business and strive for customer satisfaction. Thank you for helping us to achieve 70 years of business.
Frieda M.
03/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They are great. They are very thorough. I bought a yearly maintenance plan with them. They really service the equipment and everything runs better. I haven't had any problems with the heat pump since I've been doing work with them. They call me when they are on their way.
Description of Work: They did a maintenance check on the system.
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
Darlene R.
03/2013
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
A close friend referred me to W.G. Speeks when it was time for me to replace my home's heat pump. They were one of 4 estimates that I received. I decided to go with Speeks, not based solely on their estimate, but on the initial consultation I had with their representative. He showed up on time, was professional and extremely knowledgeable about the system I needed. He provided several options - all at different price points - and answered my questions until I was satisfied. My system was installed in one day and I've been happy ever since. While I continue to have my new system serviced/inspected every 6 months, I had to schedule a service call when my compressor was making an odd noise. Technician came out as scheduled and reviewed the issue with me. Today, 3/6/13, we had a major snow storm and it was the first real extreme weather event since my systems was installed. I (thought) my compressor wasn't defrosting properly, so I phoned the office and spoke to Marion (first), then Ronnie Hall. Marion told me what to do to stop the compressor and use emergency heat until a technician could come out the next day. She then connected me to Ronnie who talked me through the process of how to program my digital thermometer to make sure I had heat until they could see me the next morning. He also told me some things to look for on the compressor while it was snowing/icing up to know for sure whether the unit was work correctly or not. So, I did what he said, and fortunately, everything was working fine and I didn't need the service call after all. Ronnie and Marion never acted like I was bothering them with my questions and 3 calls that day. I was grateful for their help, especially on such a horrible day weather-wise. You can get a system installed by anyone at any price. But you can't always guarantee that the people you hire will follow through with great service. W.G. Speeks did and gave me some peace of mind for the rest of the day. If you're looking for a quality company with great service and pricing, call them.
Description of Work: W.G. Speeks installed a new heat pump (air handler and compressor) for my 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
$5,700
Response from W G Speeks Inc
Thank you for taking the time to write this nice review. We appreciate your business and strive for efficient customer service. You're very important to us.
Russell L.
08/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Am pleased with this company. I was serviced the same day that I reported the problem.
Description of Work: We purchased our heating pump 9 years ago and something caused a short which ruined the compressor. The problem was found quickly and repaired. Luckily the compressor was still under a 10 year warranty.
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
$1,340
Frieda M.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I had purchased a bi-yearly checkup agreement that they would come out and check the unit once in the spring and once in the fall. They are very quick. If you have a problem they don't make you wait for forever.
Description of Work: Checkup of A/C 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
$80
Jay M.
06/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We found them really outstanding. We have a service policy with them. They call us every six months to schedule preventative maintenance. They put you at the top of the list when you have a maintenance plan with them.
Description of Work: W G Speeks Inc they came out to look at the heat pump and now they are replacing the thermostat.
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
$110
Michele S.
06/2012
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
W G Speeks had provided service for me previously on my heat pump. I was disappointed in their service the last time I used them because they didn't give me the quality of heat pump I was expecting. I have not used them since, and have moved onto another company. The service personal was friendly, and knowledgeable. They used to give me a maintenance check, but this time they didn't. This last install I would give them a C. I will not be using W G Speeks again.
Description of Work: I used W G Speeks about 5 years ago. They replaced a heat pump.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
4.0
value
4.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
$4,000
Response from W G Speeks Inc
I'M A LITTLE PUZZLED WHY THIS REPORT WAS JUST DONE AND THE WORK WAS COMPLETED 5 YEARS AGO. THE UNIT THAT WE INSTALLED WAS EQUIVALENT TO THE ONE THAT WAS REPLACED. SINCE SO MUCH TIME HAS PASSED IT'S HARD TO RECALL EXACT DETAILS. IT IS OUR GOAL TO SATISFY EACH AND EVERY CUSTOMER.
Diane P M.
01/2012
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Noted blinking on emergency light on upstairs heat pump unit. When I called Speeks the lady was informative about reasons why light might be blinking. Upon knowing that an actual problem exhisted was told diagnostic fee up front. Technician came out that very day. Meanwhile I surfed the internet to see if the blinking light was a code - which it was. It was a high pressure code. Also read about some people's nightmares of getting it fixed (finding the actual problem). Curtis was able to diagnose the problem on that very visit. Work was scheduled to be performed in a timely manner (morning of 2nd day as next day was booked and not an emergency). Curtis arrived promply and began to evacuate system, cleaned clogged piston, also cleaned lines. He informed me of a leak in my system as I was short 2 lbs of R-22 when he evacuated system. Climbed stairs many times (to 2nd floor and attic) to check system and function (told him he certainly didn't need a gym membership). He told me what to be on the lookout for if R-22 got low, what I would see. Very courteous!
Description of Work: Correct diagnosis of problem. Evacuation of system. Cleaning of clogged piston. Cleaning of lines. Recharge of system and addition of 2lbs R-22.
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
$274
Yvonne O.
08/2011
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
They ripped me off. They charged me too much for an inexpensive part and an easy installation.
Description of Work: I had purchased a fuse through them for the air conditioning, a part that I later found at Home Depot for $3.00. He charged me $75 for the part and $75 for the installation.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
$150
Thomas H.
05/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We have an annual service contract with them. They provide excellent service and are very efficient. They meet with their schedules.
Description of Work: We use W G Speeks Inc and they come out twice a year and do the maintenance of my heating and air conditioner. They were the one who did the original installation of the heating and air conditioning unit in my house.
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
Jeffrey V.
12/2010
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I have been using them for years. They are very professional and give you options. They respond quickly and they do good work.
Description of Work: W G Speeks Inc replaced the air conditioning unit in July.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
4.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,800
Frieda M.
11/2010
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I had an emergency with my air conditioner. I called them in the morning and they came out at noon. The part that held all the wire in my air conditioner had fallen down somewhere. They told me to turn off my air conditioning unit and I turned it off. They did not cut the wires but fixed it. They were very good and quick. They were a little pricy. They always called twenty minutes to let me know before they got in.
Description of Work: I have used the services of W G Speeks Heating and Air on the 12th of November 2010 for repairing my air conditioning unit.
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
$85
WHIT S.
07/2010
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
2 units were installed incorrectly so they produced only AC because they used the wrong driers. For 8 years the only heat on those two units were coming from the heat strip (expensive). Did service calls on the two which were not producing much heat For 8 years and were told 10 times that something was wrong (they checked and said the two units were fine). Called another company that took 3 minutes to find the incorrectly installed parts.
Description of Work: Installed 8 new complete central heat pumps ducts and vents, Did yearly service on all units for 8 years.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
3.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
3.0
punctuality
1.0
$40,000
Response from W G Speeks Inc
CAN'T FIND ANY RECORDS OF DOING WORK FOR ANYONE OF THIS NAME. DATE OF INSTALLATION DOES NOT MATCH CLAIM OF HAVING UNITS SERVICED FOR EIGHT YEARS.
D B.
11/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I called them on a Monday morning, and they were able to fit me in the same day! They called to let me know they were on the way 45 minutes ahead of time, and again 15 minutes before they arrived. The service man was very professional, speedy, and thorough.
Description of Work: My outdoor fan unit was running continuously, they came and checked it and replaced a bad contact.
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
$190
DAVID T.
07/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We were very satisfied with the work. During the investigation period, they communicated well. They came to my house a couple of times. They listened to my concerns and responded to them. They followed up on everything I asked them to do. They did everything they said they were going to do in the proposal at the price that they said they were going to do it at. The workers were very professional. I wasn't able to be here during the installation but my wife was. They were on time and courteous. The only negative thing I experienced was that they left some metal shavings in my driveway that I had to clean up, but they did not cause any damage. It was a very positive experience.
Description of Work: They replaced my downstairs heat pump system and all of the duct work.
Rating Category
Rating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
4.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
4.0
punctuality
5.0
Yes, I recommend this pro
$8,700
Joseph M.
04/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Very pleased, also pleased with follow-up.
Description of Work: Installed upstairs Heat Pump and A/C unit.
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
Edward B.
08/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
Speeks Heating & Air came right out to access the problem. They discovered that the filter on our air conditioning unit had not been changed for a long time. They suggested checking our duct work in our heating system. Everything is working fine now.
Description of Work: They changed the filter on our air conditioning unit. They also did some minor dusting to our duct work.
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
$150
KIM S.
07/2006
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
He came out and was able to pinpoint the problem immediately. The gentleman seemed very knowledgeable and experienced. He ordered the part and came back in the next day and had my unit up and running in no time. I was really pleased with his work and price of the job too.
Description of Work: He repaired the broken fan on the central air conditioning unit it was not blowing cold air.
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
$500
07/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
I have an annual contract with Speeks to come out and do check-ups on my unit. Speeks is a very trustworthy company they don t come out looking to rip you off with problems that aren't real. They do a very through check of the unit and also give tip on how to keep it running good.
Description of Work: Speeks Heating & Air came out to do a yearly unit check.
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
$150
HARSHMAN D.
07/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
+ -1 more
We have been using this company for over twenty years. Our original unit was installed by them and also the new updated one a couple of years ago. I would not hesitate to have them return at any time as they do an excellent job.
Description of Work: W G services my air-conditioning unit twice a year.
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Service Categories
Heating and Air Conditioning,
Air Duct Cleaning
FAQ
W G Speeks Inc is currently rated 4.5 overall out of 5.
Sunday: Closed
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: Closed
W G Speeks Inc accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,Financing Available,MasterCard,PayPal,Visa
Yes, W G Speeks Inc offers free project estimates.
No, W G Speeks Inc does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, W G Speeks Inc does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, W G Speeks Inc offers emergency services.
Yes, W G Speeks Inc offers warranties.
W G Speeks Inc offers the following services: Heating system repair and installation
Air conditioning system repair and installation
Commercial and residential
iWave air purifying systems
Heat pumps
Gas and oil furnaces
Boilers
Duct Cleaning