Our house has three HVAC systems, all installed/repaired by B.L. James & Son. Two of them replaced systems installed by B.L. James & Son almost 25 years ago. They've earned our trust and our business. Recently, our ancient cast iron pipe main drains corroded out and leaked. Within a day of my call, Tom Terrell was asessing the replacement work and within 2 days, 30 feet of PVC replacement main pipes and 3 interconnecting drain lines were all hooked up. Literally, better than ever!! Less

HVAC service, hot water heater flush and plumbing adjustment done by Tom Terrell. Very professional and does a great job explaining the work that needs to be done. Less

The HVAC service provided by Aaron was excellent. He kept me informed of what he was doing to add refrigerant, R 410A to my AC units. He was honest and trustworthy. I recommend B.L James & Son without hesitation or reservation. Less

I had a leak under my kitchen sink. Tom assessed the problem, fixed it, then made sure everything was all set before he left! He was very professional and knowledgeable! Less

The best in the DMV. Excellent service technicians who are responsive and thorough. Gas line installation with valve was very clean and secure providing me with peace of mind. Cannot recommend them enough! Less

We had an excellent experience with B.L. James & Son! Their team was professional, reliable, and provided exceptional service. They handled our HVAC needs efficiently and with great attention to detail. We highly recommend B.L. James & Son for anyone seeking top-notch mechanical services! Less

Mystery solved and problem resolved! Michael traced a pool of water in the basement to a bad valve on the tub in the guest bathroom. Within a couple of hours, he had replaced the value and the surrounding corroded pipes, and the tub should be good for the next 77 years. Thank you! Less

Thomas helped out with an older condo HVAC unit. He didn't only solve the immediate problem, but he helped prevent future problems by identifying options to prevent future issues. He also helped clean the unit's after finding the fans were well overdue for a cleaning. Thank you! Less

Our AC started acting up on the first hot days of the year. The team at BL James responded promptly to our tenants with a diagnostic appointment, then sent us multiple options. Aaron responded promptly to a text with a phone call to talk things through, then was able to get our new system installed quickly--on a Saturday! Our provider of choice in Arlington! Less

I have used them for HVAC and plumbing and found them to be thorough and cost conscious. They service my two separate hvac systems and found inexpensive solutions for plumbing issues. Less

B.L. James did a great job installing our new bathroom shower. Tom Terrell was a true craftsman who performed high-quality work. He paid attention to detail and went above and beyond to ensure the job was done thoroughly and correctly. Our new shower is so much better than the old one, we just wish we would have done this sooner. Great job Tom! We were also impressed with his assistant D.J. and thank him as well! Less

BL James & Sons was recommended to us by our roof replacement service provider, Nest Exteriors. The BL James representatives were accommodating and professional. The two vendors coordinated together, minimizing the amount of oversight we were responsible for. We are pleased with our new furnace roof stack and our experience with BL James & Sons. Less

Excellent work, competitive pricing, professional, responsive and neat. Tom is a real pro, diagnosing and fixing several issues for us that other plumbers could not. As a result, we have switched our HVAC and Plumbing work to B.L. James & Son. Less

I had a wonderful experience with BL James & Son. Firstly they responded quickly to my request for service. Aaron reached out and got me on the schedule in less than 24 hours. The plumber, Michael Smith, was punctual, professional, knowledgeable and personable. He tried many simple things to mitigate the problem and was very cost effective in his approach. No hard sales of unnecessary services. Honest and trustworthy. I really appreciated that. I highly recommend this company. I have used them for HVAC and plumbing needs.I have used BL James & Son again for more plumbing services. Tommy was excellent in handling all of my needs. I had several projects and they were all finished efficiently and effectively ! Less

My project was for central air replacement. I was offered a couple of options, with clear explanation to help me decide, and with a money-saving design change. There was consistent, timely communication. The installation team were respectful, explained things along the way, and cleaned up everything. Highly satisfied, I will turn to BL James for other HVAC and plumbing needs. Less

Tom was excellent. He was very thorough in his initial site visit for the quote and did an excellent job of explaining all of the work that we were requesting as well as work that he recommended for Saftey or just best practice. His workmanship was very clean and he was flexible in his schedule which made it an even better experience for my wife and I. He even stayed late one night to finish the work instead of leaving it for the next day. Would definitely recomend again. Less

I called them with an extreme plumbing emergency and they came diagnosed and had a quote for a sewer main replacement in less than 24 hours. Excellent communication and follow-up. Highly recommend to anyone needing fast and fair plumbing and HVAC services!!! Less

Excellent service! Great price on installation of new furnace and Aaron and the whole team worked to provide a seamless, hassle free experience from start to finish! One example: Aaron thought I needed a power switch on the unit instead of just using the breaker box to kill the power so installed it … free of charge!Highly recommend!! Less

I had a sewage backup emergency that caused flooding in my house, and I needed urgent help. I couldn’t use any drains in the home. I called BL James and Son, and within 2 hours, they had a technician, Aaron, at my door. He was professional, efficient, and extremely clean, making sure to resolve the issue quickly. He snaked the drain and cleared the blockage, preventing further damage.The service was reasonably priced, especially for an emergency call, and the response time was impressive. If you need emergency plumbing, drain cleaning, or HVAC services in Arlington, VA, this is the company to call. I highly recommend them for their fast response, quality work, and fair pricing! Less

I rarely leave reviews, but I had a fantastic experience with B.L. James & Son. My landlord did all the coordination to replace a 10-year-old HVAC unit in my apartment, and I was incredibly pleased with the experience with B.L. James & Son. They were friendly, professional, and easy to reach when they stopped by before and for the HVAC installation. I was told it might take a few hours for the HVAC to be replaced, and it only took Aaron and Mark maybe an hour (for a HEAVY unit they had to bring up the stairs since my building doesn't have an elevator). They were friendly, quick, clean, and showed me how to use the unit with the newer features before they left. This is a fantastic local business - highly recommend! Less

BL James & Son -Aaron, Tom, Diego and Alfonso were great. Had a 4 zone boiler replacement the next day after getting an estimate. Work is professional and my house temperature rose from 35 degrees (teens outside) to normal in less than a day….would highly recommend this family owned Arlington based business. And plan to use them for my ac and plumbing needs as well. 😊 Less

I had a fantastic experience with B.L. James & Son. Aaron, Tom, and Michael (and two others) worked together seamlessly to obtain & replace a very old HVAC unit that went out. They went above and beyond to ensure that I had heat (temps were very cold) and a new thermostat were functioning properly! They were all professional, knowledgeable, and went the extra mile to make sure everything was running smoothly. I truly appreciate their hard work and attention to detail. I highly recommend this company/team for anyone in need of reliable heating and HVAC services! Less

After struggling to find a company that could service our older HVAC system and also committed to showing up for the confirmed appointment, it was a breath of fresh air to work with everyone from B.L. James & Son. From the person who answered the phone and set up the appointment, to the team who arrived and completed the service--STELLAR! We'll not only be using B.L. James & Son for our future needs--but I'm recommending them to our entire condo complex of 36 units. Less

Michael was great! He showed up right at the scheduled time, he was professional and courteous and diagnosed the issue immediately. He was super helpful and we will definitely reach out and ask for him for any future plumbing needs we may have. Less

Michael from BL James & Son was fantastic! He was able to come out very soon after we discovered a leak in our bathtub. Michael was quick, thorough, and knowledgeable—he did a great job explaining the whole process. Less

Excellent customer service; the team kept us informed of each step of the repair process. They took the time to explain the repair and they had very fair pricing. They are a true local Arlington company that works to take care of their community members. Less

Michael was professional, knowledgeable, friendly and efficient. He went above and beyond by also checking on my bathtub drain and taking extra time to clean it out. Thank you, I’ll definitely use BL James & Son again. Less

Professional & on time - We had a Hans Grohe shower mixer that would not cooperate. I called B.L. James for support. They had installed the new water heater in our old DC row house. Within 12 hours, Michael had come to diagnose the problem and found a couple other things we had not noticed. Within 36 hours, we had a plan. Very efficient. Less

Excellent excellent excellent service. I highly recommend this company for HVAC and plumbing They are all amazing - reliable, responsive, and professional. Love them. Less

Excellent experience. Michael Smith came not just on time but early (calling first to make sure that was ok), diagnosed the problem instantly, helped save some $ by checking first to see if we had a necessary part, and was courteous and very efficient. Less

Michael from BL James & Sons was extremely helpful, a problem solver, and did a great job in replacing an ancient, North Arlington outdoor water faucet today. He was efficient and professional and we highly recommend him and BL James. Less

Service was prompt and Michael was very professional. He patiently described why we had a gas leak and showed us where the cutoffs are - very important for our safety. Less

Have used BL James several times and they have been consistently professional in every respect. They are responsive, efficient, thorough and fairly priced for quality work. And hold your breath for this one... They answer the phone and return calls, and keep you informed throughout the process. Old school, right? We were out of town when a problem arose and Michael was particularly helpful in that he explained options, associated costs and provided pictures of work before and after. A+, 5 stars!A company doing things right!Thank you! Less

A neighborhood favorite; always first-rate service here. Michael has been great with our recent plumbing problems and Aaron and all the heating and AC techs are all super-reliable. Just wish they had electricians on staff as well! Less

Had a great experience with BL James yesterday when plumber Michael came to assess our leaky guest bathroom sink. He was friendly, thorough and honest and saved us a costly repair by providing a few alternates for the fix. Thank you Michael! Less

Mike and Jose just serviced our unit. They were thorough and explained everything. They were prompt and kept in touch regarding the appointment. The heat pump installed by BL James has lasted longer and works better than any unit we’ve had in the past. I’m happy to have a local company I can trust! Less

Fantastic experience working with these guys. There was a leak coming through the ceiling under the bathroom. Michael came out and was able to diagnose the leak right away. He was phenomenal. He walked me through what he saw and explained possible solutions. Michael even took the time to look at a few other concerns around the house! He gave several helpful tips on preventative maintenance and how to address other common problems he saw. I’d absolutely call these guys the next time I have a plumbing issue. Less

Great service for a bathtub emergency - Michael was responsive, patient, and more than willing to explain our issue and how to resolve it. Happy repeat customers! Less

Mike Smith visited the residency at Bayliss Drive and provided excellent insight as to what was wrong with our water heater. He explained all the details in the way we understood. In addition, he was very professional. He fixed the water heater very fast and was very polite and patient with our questions. Thanks! Less

Perfect experience. Ask for Michael Smith for your plumbing needs. Explained everything extensively. Verified the detailed visit write-up with me before leaving. Less

Michael came out and helped us diagnose a couple of issues - shower pressure and a leaking toilet. He was knowledgeable, informative, timely and really supportive. I have worked with other plumbers in the past, but BL James and Son will be my first choice every time moving forward. Less

My Trane A/C stopped cooling in the middle of a 100 degree heat wave this summer. I researched and found BL James & Son who had great reviews. The tech came out and made the determination that the compressor was bad and he recommended we get a whole new HVAC system. My current system is less than 10 years old. I am not sure if it was just complete incompetence or total dishonesty, but this advice would have been an $18,000 mistake. I contacted a different HVAC company who was able to get my A/C back running properly and it only cost $50. The BL James & Son tech even stated in his report that he checked the $50 part that was eventually replaced. Very disappointed with this company! Less

Tom Terrell is an experienced and knowledgeable technician and has done a great job on my recent "no A/C" call and subsequent follow up maintenance. I've tried a few other HVACs in the area over the years and have come to trust BL James&Son for my maintenance and repair needs. Highly recommend. Less

Michael Smith from BL James and Son did plumbing work for me today. He was extremely knowledgeable, efficient, and friendly. All the work was completed in under 2 hours. Less

I was having trouble with my garbage disposal and did a Google search for plumbers in my area. I'm glad I found B.L. James & Son! They sent Jorge out to figure out what the problem was with 48 hours of my inquiry. He was on time and explained in detail what the issue might be with the disposal. He even provided me with a information on how to fix the problem myself if it should happen again. Thanks for the great service Jorge! Less

Highly recommend BL James & Son. They were quick to respond, easy to schedule, and were very efficient. Michael did a great job and helped identify other issues in the home that we were not aware of. We will definitely use them again. Less

Huge kudos to BL James & Son for a professional, timely and superb installation of our new AC and furnace during a very hot July. They were able to respond quickly, provided us an installation timeline within 1-2 days of quote estimate, and worked hard to make sure that happened. They promised the job would be done same day and it was done in less than a day with a polite, efficient, extremely knowledgeable and friendly crew of techs. Aaron and Bill James came out during the job, making sure everything was moving along properly, and Jorge and Jose provided end of service details and instructions and answered all of our questions AND went above and beyond when they volunteered to go to a supply store to make sure we had the proper filters for the furnace unit. That put BL James & Son over the top in my opinion. Fair pricing, wonderful team, and left us feeling like our comfort and satisfaction as a customer mattered as much as our business. We highly recommend them for any of your HVAC needs! Less

Michael called ahead to let us know he could arrive early, which we were grateful for. He communicated well and explained how he was unclogging the drain, and provided useful tips to avoid and treat the clogged drain in the future. Michael was very pleasant and if we had another plumbing issue, we’d be happy to use his services again. Less

Great experience - very professional and courteous. Michael was on time and did a great job at diagnosing, communicating the issue with us and fixing in a timely manner. Went above and beyond, highly recommend! Less

B.L. James are top notch. Very professional , friendly and do solid work. Their endless good reviews is why I chose them and now after having their service, I highly recommend them. Also The whole staff including Tom are awesome !!! Less

Tom was professional and communicated well. He was running early so called to see if I was available. He explained the problems he was seeing and provided options, clearly detailing the associated prices. The job was completed quickly. I will always call BL James for my hvac. Less

BL James and Son are PHENOMENAL!!! First of all, they are TRUSTWORTHY. Exceptional customer service. They can fix anything. They have been maintaining my Arlington house since 2003. Last week, I had an emergency plumbing weekend after hours issue that they fixed in an hour. This week, I had a gas leak. They came out for an emergency visit during a winter snowstorm to fix the job. They do the same with heating, AC, plumbing, electrical. There are benefits to being a longtime customer during a time when other contractors can be a real drag, these guys are the very best. On time, professional, smart, common sense, family business, ethical. Less

NOT A 24 HOUR SERVICE.We waited all night for a call during an HVAC emergency. When we called back after an hour the receptionist said that they would follow up, that the response time is generally 1 hour. NO ONE CALLED US BACK. Find someone who’ll care more than BL James. Less

Aaron is Professional, polite and get the job done quick 👍 . I highly recommend.Few days later we have Michael come in to clean out pipe line and change shower head. Michael was friendly and very professional. Good team 👏 Less

I didn’t know much about the company itself as this was the first time working with BL James & Son. Had the pleasure working with Robert and he was very knowledgeable and professional. Thanks to Robert, BL James & Son will be my go to for all hvac and plumbing solutions. Less

I had a leak before the main shutoff valve. BL James set up an appointment right away. George and Michael frkm BL James showed up exactly when he said they would. They fixed the issue quickly, tested everything out, left the site clean and pointed out an small leak at the main shutoff at the meter that the county will have to fix that could have caused a big headache down the line. Less

Great service. Strongly recommend. Michael arrived on time, same day I called. Friendly, honest and professional and did the work promptly. No more leak! Less

I highly recommend this company! Aaron was on time (early actually) knowledgeable, honest, upfront and wasn’t pushy about anything. He fixed our AC unit within the hour. Great experience! Less

We received exceptional service from George and Michael. They were prompt, kind, professional and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend in the future to neighbors and friends and absolutely use again if the need arises! Less

Tom is an expert in his craft and beyond. Timely, professional, and handled the entire project like a family member would. Thank you Tom and BL James! Less

I had a great experience with George who is very professional, knowledgeable, efficient and has an all-around positive character. He diagnosed a leaky pipe in my bathroom sink and resolved the issue within an hour. I would highly recommend. Less

Scam artists—Our air conditioner wasn’t cooling very well. Technician came by and lied to us claiming we had a coolant leak and that we should pay them $10k+ to completely replace the unit. Got a second opinion from someone who actually knows what he’s talking about—there was no leak and it was a ~$200 fix. Don’t waste your time! Less

These guys are good!!Robert was professional and thoughtful!Jorge led the installation. He kept the worksite clean. Clear communications and awesome manner. Good craftsmanship.Chris, the office manager, is responsive, professional, and helpful.They are very lovely to work with. Less

Totally the best. George and Michael are awesome, super skilled and knowledgable plumbers, and saved me a ton of $$$ with their work in retrieving a metal object well down my sewer pipe, and then hydrojetted the line so it's good forever. Super impressed with their professionalism, mastery and skill and the way they interacted with me. They did a great job cleaning up too. Robert at the office was honest and straightforward and gave me an estimate that was fair, knowledgeable about what could be done, honest and the price didn't change at all - compared to the bait and switch and experience limitations of other plumbers I have used. I have a plumber now: BL James. No need to call around. These folks are great and trustworthy. As you can tell, I am a happy customer. Less

Tom Terrell from BL has provided services a few times at my house for my HVAC. He has always been punctual, friendly, and helpful and good about addressing any needed follow-up. Less

Michael came by this afternoon to clear out our basement drainage pipe. He arrived on time for the scheduled appointment, assessed the problem with a holistic review of the plumbing, and worked quickly to fix the blockage. He gave recommendations for keeping it clear and was a great help to us. Will hire again. Less

May 14thI had two technicians from BL James and Son come out today. Jose tuned up my AC unit and Jorge did some plumbing and fixed my tub. Both young man were very knowledgeable, efficient, and professional. I was very impressed with the service and changed from a one time visit to a yearly contract. Highly recommend this company.Carolyn Thiell Less

Tom was great to work with, took the time to answer all of our questions and helped us understand the issues with our HVAC. Definitely appreciate the help! Less