Farnen & Dermer Inc.

4.8
984 reviews

About

HVAC ContractorWater Heater Service
We are Maryland's oldest and most reliable air conditioning, heating, and plumbing service provider. We've been in business since 1902 and are a 5th generation family business!

Location

Farnen & Dermer Inc.
10500 Reisterstown Rd, Owings Mills, MD
21117, United States

Hours

Reviews

4.8
917 reviews
5 stars
835
4 stars
35
3 stars
4
2 stars
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1 star
36

What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Many customers praised the professionalism, friendliness, and promptness of the technicians, highlighting their thorough explanations and willingness to help.

Pricing Concerns

Several reviews expressed dissatisfaction with high costs for repairs and maintenance, with some feeling taken advantage of or misled about pricing.

Quality of Work

Overall, customers reported satisfaction with the quality of work performed, noting efficient installations and effective repairs.

Communication

Customers appreciated the clear communication regarding appointments, technician arrivals, and service explanations, enhancing their overall experience.

Mixed Experiences

While many reviews were positive, there were notable complaints about upselling tactics and dissatisfaction with warranty conditions.
  • TG
    Thomas Gouker
    6 days ago
    1.0
    I was told that the unit was trashed and I would have to buy a new one for $9660 and I got a second opinion and the total cost was $300.
  • MM
    Maggie Maga
    Dec 31, 2025
    5.0
    John did a wonderful job with the HVAC system. For some reason I couldn't turn it on and was also time for the maintenance. He spend a few hours looking for the problem but thanks to his expertise, he found it and fixed it. He was on time, came in with a beautiful smile and was very respectful. Went up and down the steps like 50 times and didn't complaint. All employees I have meet so far have been amazing and their work is excellent.
  • JW
    Jen Weber
    Dec 30, 2025
    5.0
    Very knowledgeable and professional technician. Would recommend this company! Thank you
  • AI
    Arielle Insel
    Dec 23, 2025
    1.0
    I would not recommend Farnen & Dermer and I feel cheated. We bought a brand new HVAC system through F&D in 2020. They sold us on the 10-year warranty, which was too good to pass up. They require you to get maintenance on the system twice a year to keep the warranty and it’s about $200. We apparently missed one (which I already prepaid for) because the emails went to my husband’s junk mail and I wasn’t on the mailing list yet. So I had to pay for the maintenance again. And apparently it voided the labor warranty now. So… fast forward to last week when my heat wasn’t working, and I asked F&D to come out to look at it and do the maintenance on the machine. It turns out there was a refrigerant leak in the outdoor unit’s coil. To find the leak, it cost $975 to perform a test!! They also charged me the $200 for the maintenance when the machine was already broken!! To fix the machine they told me it would take 4-6 weeks to get the piece in and it would cost $6,800 to repair and I’d have to run my emergency heat for that time. I called the office crying asking if there’s anything they could do and Zach said he’s get back to me and never did. I found a local HVAC company that said they can get the piece in 7-10 days and it would cost a FRACTION of the price F&D quoted me (which was JUST the cost of labor). I’m sorry but they lost me as a customer for good. I feel taken advantage of. They charge an obscene amount. I will never work with them again. BEWARE!!!
  • ML
    Marcia Levin
    Dec 12, 2025
    5.0
    Farnen and Dermer are my go to folks for my HVAC needs. Charlie P was able to identify and rectify an unexpected situation within 20 minutes. He was very knowledgeable about the topic and he was here supporting me through the entire new install a few years back! It's nice to have folks that you know coming back to help. It also says a lot about the company and employee retention. Thanks Farnen and Dermer!

Frequently Asked Questions About Farnen & Dermer Inc.

What services does Farnen & Dermer Inc. provide?

Farnen & Dermer Inc. provides air conditioning, heating, and plumbing services.

Since when has Farnen & Dermer Inc. been in business?

They have been in business since 1902 and are a 5th generation family business.