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Olson Energy Service

Heating and Air Conditioning, Air Duct Cleaning, Water Heaters,

About us

We are a family owned and operated company and still follow the motto my grandfather instilled in our family of employees: We are here to serve. My great-grandfather, Garnett Olson, founded Olson Fuel Company and began selling coal and firewood to homes and businesses in Seattle back in 1926. What started as a small heating delivery company slowly grew and in the early 1930’s expanded its services to include heating oil delivery as coal became a less popular choice for heating homes and businesses in the area. My grandfather Carl, one of Garnett’s sons, started working at Olson Fuel Company in 1945 after serving in the Army Air Force in World War II. Olson Fuel continued to grow and my father, Robert, joined in the family business in 1970 after he returned from serving in the Vietnam War. At this time, Olson Fuel moved its location from Northlake Avenue to Leary Way NW in Ballard. In 1985, my grandfather’s other son, Edd, joined the company and under the leadership of Robert grew Olson Fuel’s services to include natural gas heating and cooling equipment service and installation. Robert and Edd wanted the business name to reflect the full range of products and services they provided and as a result, Olson Fuel changed its name to Olson Energy Service in the early 1990’s. In 1996, I started following in my father’s footsteps and joined the family business as a Customer Experience Representative. Grandpa Carl was an integral part of Olson Energy until his passing in 2007. Both my uncle and father continued to lead the company until their retirements in 2010 and 2014 consecutively. Olson Energy Service has stood the test of time as one of the premier HVAC contractors in the Greater Seattle Area by winning numerous awards and affiliations. As a result of continuing my grandfather’s motto of “We are here to Serve”, Olson Energy is now in its 90th year of serving the community with professional, quality work that only comes with longevity.

Business highlights

99 years of trusted experience
Emergency Services Offered

Services we offer

Heating & Cooling Equipment - Water Heaters, Tankless Water Heaters, Boilers, Ductless Heat Pumps & Fireplace Inserts. Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning.

Services we don't offer

Heating Oil Delivery. Chimney Sweeping.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Warranties
Yes
Senior Discount

10%

Emergency Services
Yes


Accepted payment methods

American Express
Check
Discover
MasterCard
Visa

Reviews

4.699 Reviews
Number of StarsImage of DistributionNumber of Ratings
5
81%
4
6%
3
3%
2
2%
1
8%


Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
4.6
value
4.4
professionalism
4.6
responsiveness
4.7
punctuality
4.8
Showing 76-99 of 99 reviews

Nick S.
09/2017
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
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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
$5,000

Frances M.
06/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jeff H.
01/2016
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Paul F.
12/2015
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: .
Rating CategoryRating out of 5
Yes, I recommend this pro

Thomas H.
12/2015
2.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
unknown
Description of Work: My furnace broke in the middle of the night. I called them multiple times throughout the night (from 12-4am). Each time I was told a technician should be getting in touch with me. After waiting the half hour recommended time, I called back and repeated the same process. The people manning the phones had no way of actually finding out if there was a technician getting the messages.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Patricia C.
12/2013
1.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Heating and AC
Description of Work: heating and AC

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


Response from Olson Energy Service
This customer had a leak in a radiant system that we could not locate. We were there for over 4 hours pressurizing and isolating the pipes in an effort to find the leak, we even used an infra-red camera to try to locate the leak in the floors to no avail. I understand the customer being upset at the charge, but we really did everything in our power to try to help her but we cant look into walls. We eventually reduced the amount of the call by 20%.

Dave W.
07/2011
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Service was very satisfactory
Description of Work: Price is for an annual service contract. Work accomplished was for an annual preventive checkup. Service was accomplished on time and in a very professional manner. Based on past years services, this current service seemed to be more extensive and complete.

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
$126

Bob M.
12/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, water heater repair
  + 0 more
Very fast response.
Description of Work: Replaced the igniter on our gas furnace. We had been without heat for 3 days, waiting for two other companies to call back. Called Olson at 0900, they were here by noon and fixed the furnace as well as a leaking pressure relief valve on the hot water tank.

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
$300

BRENT C.
12/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Fast and easy scheduling. Could have came out the very next day (which I didn't expect), but I opted for a couple day's later to fit my work schedule. Serviceman (Kurt) was on-time and professional. Diagnosed the problem quickly, and he had the parts on the truck. Gave me the firm price of what it would cost, and then did the work and cleaned up. Perfect job. A big plus that he had a well stocked truck and could do the job immediately, without having to go back to the shop or worse (order) the parts.
Description of Work: Came out to diagnose, and then replace, a noisy fan motor on our Carrier gas furnace.

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
$275

Jay R.
11/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
It went really well. They were able to call me back quickly. And they explained how the billing and the payment plan worked very well.
Description of Work: They filled an oil tank and I have established a 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

Andrew L.
11/2008
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Besides doing the check up, they have given us really good advice and education on our furnace. I would definitely suggest getting them scheduled early in the season, they get very busy towards the end of the season and it may take a month or two for them to be able to come out. They are definitely worth the wait, they do a great job.
Description of Work: They come out every year to do the annual check up on our furnace.

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

JERRY P.
10/2008
5.0
air duct cleaning
  + -1 more
We had the ducts cleaned after a several month remodeling project this summer which generated a lot of drywall dust and other kinds of dust. The representative arrived a little ahead of projected time and went right to work. He was thorough in his preparation and in his cleaning. He covered all vents and cold air returns, uncovering one at a time with suction from the furnace. He used compressed air to dislodge dust and dirt particles up to 6-8 feet into the duct. The dust was trapped in a filter in the furnace and removed. He cleaned up after himself.
Description of Work: Duct cleaning using a remote vacuum truck.

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
$300

KATHY F.
12/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Great work, I would highly recommend them!
Description of Work: They replaced my furnace and my heat pump.

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
$90,000

Carol M.
10/2007
3.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Person came out, on time, was very professional. Thorough inspection of furnace needs. Took pictures, promised estimate in a few days. We did not need new furnace immediately, but did expect him to follow through. Called company after 2 weeks and was again promised estimate. One week later, still have not seen it.
Description of Work: Was trying to get estimate for new furnace.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
2.0
punctuality
2.0


Daniel J.
10/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We were in a 'no heat' situation because our existing furnace was determined to have a cracked heat exchanger during annual PM. Olson was one of several companies we contacted for bids. Their representative was prompt and provided a clear, detailed estimate. They were able to schedule the install for the next day and were in the middle on cost. The installers were on time; polite; and did a neat, professional installation of the system. The only surprise was upon installation, finding out that Olson shares common ownership with Gas Appliance Service (G.A.S.) [The installers arrived in a G.A.S. service truck] which was one of the other companies quoting the job. They had slightly lower quote for a Bryant unit which is virtually identical to the Carrier unit quoted by Olson. They had limited feedback on this site so we went Olson instead. We contacted Ed Olson about this matter and he was very nice and gave us an adjustment to the price of the job.
Description of Work: Replace gas furnace with a new one (2-Stage; 80% AFUE). All wiring; transitions to existing duct work; new chimney flu liner; and summer fan switch. Kept existing electronic air cleaner and thermostat.

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
$2,600

CHUCK N.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They do great work. Even though this was on warranty, they came out and found the problem quickly and got right down to fixing it. They have done work for me in the past and I love the job they do.
Description of Work: They replaced the electrostatic filters on two forced air furnaces in my home.

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

Ronald K.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
I am very happy with the new air conditioner. They were friendly and helpful to work with. I did feel that the price was a little high, but sometimes you have to pay a little more to get a better product and better service. They offered a good warranty with it and will also take care of servicing it for us.
Description of Work: They installed a new air conditioner for us in our 2500 square foot home.

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
$9,400

SIMON C.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They had originally installed the unit and they used to service the previous owners, so we just kept on with the service. They always send the same person, and there's no need for us to call them, they just come.
Description of Work: They come once a year to make a full inspection of the furnace I have in my 1500 square foot house. They check the filters, the monoxide levels, heat exchange, etc.

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

Yes, I recommend this pro
$120

BARBARA W.
09/2007
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
They did a good job and I was very pleased with the service of this company. They are responsible and made sure to answer all of our questions. They are reasonably priced and reliable. I would highly recommend them to other people.
Description of Work: They came to do the annual maintenance on our oil heat furnace. We have a 3000 square foot home.

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

BETTY G.
03/2007
4.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
Yurly, a technician, arrived on time and checked my furnace and thermostat. He started replacing the thermostat without showing me all the options. He put up a thermostat that was only programmable (not also manual). When I protested he went to his truck and brought up another. I said I wanted to see all my options and he said I have only 3 options and 2 are identical. He grew very impatient and maybe due to a language difficulty I felt railroaded into the only programmable and manual thermostat he claimed he had. Although he said he had 30 in the truck only these 3 would work with my furnace he claimed. I therefore suggest to anyone interested in replacing a thermostat to buy one on your own just in case you don't like what the technician brings. He installed and programmed the thermostat. This Carrier thermostat costs $130.97. I also had to ask him to remove a small blue wall expander left over from the previous thermostat which he was going to leave in and would have been unsightly.
Description of Work: Replaced a wall mounted Honeywell thermostat connected to a gas furnace.

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

$218

Pam I.
10/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac, gas leak repair
  + 0 more
Very thorough job. I mentioned to the technician that I had smelled gas on occasion and he immediately searched and found a small leak at one of the joints. He repaired it and made sure that none of the other joints had a similar problem. There was no extra charge for this work.
Description of Work: Cleaned and checked furnace (yearly maintenance) and repaired small gas leak.

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
$94

RACHEL L.
01/2006
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
We used them once before for a simple cleaning and found them extremely professional and helpful. Our furnace is 15 years old and they encouraged regular maintenance, but did not push a new furnace. He suggested that we call in April when their work slows down and they'll give us a free estimate.
Description of Work: We came home from work and found the gas furnace had quit. We called Olson, they responded that night, accommodated us by giving a two-hour window for the next day to fit in with my schedule, determined it was a minor repair and made it within 15 minutes.

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
$109

JULIE J.
04/2005
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
WE HAVE USED THIS COMPANY FOR THE LAST 10 YEARS--BOTH IN OUR OLD HOUSE WITH OIL HEAT AND IN OUR CURRENT HOUSE WITH A NATURAL GAS FURNACE. THEY ARE VERY PROFESSIONAL AND HELPFUL--I WOULD RECOMMEND THEM.
Description of Work: GAS FURNACE TUNE-UP, INCLUDING CHECKING ALL COLD AIR RETURNS AND HEAT REGISTERS AND REPLACING FILTERS.

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
$125

DEANNA J.
04/2005
5.0
heating & air conditioning/hvac
  + -1 more
OLSEN ENERGY HAD TO RUN A GAS LINE TO OUR HOUSE, RUN THE LINE INTO THE HOUSE FOR CURRENT USE AND FUTURE USE. THEY INSTALLED A NEW HEAT PUMP AND CAME BACK LATER AND INSTALLED THE OTHER ITEMS I REQUESTED. EXCELLENT COMPANY.
Description of Work: OLSEN ENERGY CAME IN AND RETROFITTED OUR HOUSE FOR GAS, AS WELL AS INSTALLING A NEW HEAT PUMP.

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
$12,000

Contact information

4415 Leary Way NW, Seattle, WA 98107

http://www.olsonenergy.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

Licensing

Bonded

Insured

Licensed*

Trade License Number
OLSONES863OD
Trade License Locale
City, County, State
Trade License Authority
State of Washington
Trade License Expiration
09/04/2017

Eco-friendly Accreditations

LEED Accredited Professional
No
Energy Star Partner
Yes
EPA Lead-Safe Certified
No
Use Green Products or Work Practices
No
State Contractor License Requirements

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*Contact business to see additional licenses.


Service Categories

Heating and Air Conditioning,
Air Duct Cleaning,
Water Heaters,
Natural Gas Lines,
Heating Oil,
Gas Logs,
Fireplaces,
Delivery Service,
Chimney Sweep

FAQ

Olson Energy Service is currently rated 4.6 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

Olson Energy Service accepts the following forms of payment: American Express,Check,Discover,MasterCard,Visa
Yes, Olson Energy Service offers free project estimates.
Yes, Olson Energy Service offers eco-friendly accreditations.
Yes, Olson Energy Service offers a 10% senior discount.
Yes, Olson Energy Service offers emergency services.
Yes, Olson Energy Service offers warranties.
Olson Energy Service offers the following services: Heating & Cooling Equipment - Water Heaters, Tankless Water Heaters, Boilers, Ductless Heat Pumps & Fireplace Inserts. Air Duct & Dryer Vent Cleaning.
Heating Oil Delivery. Chimney Sweeping.

Contact information

4415 Leary Way NW, Seattle, WA 98107

http://www.olsonenergy.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