HVAC in Fishtown
Fishtown rowhomes run the gamble from century-old gas furnaces to newer ductless mini-split systems, and not every HVAC company is equally comfortable with both. Below are HVAC companies worth calling, whether it's a summer AC emergency or a furnace that won't start in January.
What to know in Fishtown
- Central air isn’t universal here. Plenty of Fishtown rowhomes use window units or ductless mini-splits instead, since running ductwork through an older rowhome isn’t always practical.
- Gas heat is common and tied to PGW service — see Internet & Utilities for setting that account up.
- Renting? Tell your landlord first before booking a heating repair yourself. During heat season (October 1 through April 30), Philadelphia requires heat to reach at least 68°F in habitable rooms in two-family and multi-family buildings; single-family homes, whether owner-occupied or rented, are exempt, so check your lease. No heat? Report it to 311.
Where to go
Fishtown Plumbing & HVAC
Locally owned plumbing and HVAC contractor with a 24/7 service line.
HVAC Philly
Full-service HVAC repair serving the Philadelphia area since 2006, open 24/7.
P & J HVAC Philadelphia
Philadelphia HVAC contractor with extended hours, seven days a week.
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Common questions
Do Fishtown rowhomes usually have central air?
It varies a lot by building. Many older rowhomes rely on window units or ductless mini-splits rather than whole-house central air, since retrofitting ductwork into a narrow rowhome can be difficult and expensive.
What heats most Fishtown homes?
Gas heat is common, tied to PGW service — see the Internet & Utilities page for setting that up. Some newer or renovated units use electric heat pumps instead.
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