---
title: "Coastal Mechanical"
description: "Mini splits come up again and again. Since April, Google reviewers have described Coastal Mechanical installing them in a Harwich home, a Truro condo and t"
doc_version: "2026-09-29"
last_updated: "2026-09-29"
---

# Coastal Mechanical

**Trade:** HVAC / Heating & Cooling · **Address:** 22 Whites Path, South Yarmouth, MA 02664, USA · **Phone:** (508) 388-1442 · **Website:** https://www.coastalphc.com/ · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.4/5** (medium confidence) — from 361 reviews across 6 sources.
98% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 13 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Mini splits come up again and again. Since April, Google reviewers have described Coastal Mechanical installing them in a Harwich home, a Truro condo and two other homes, and one recent account followed a single install from an emailed quote request through Rob's estimate visit to Kevin's crew doing the work.

The South Yarmouth company says it was founded in 2017 as a small family operation on Cape Cod and now runs in-house HVAC, plumbing and electrical divisions with about 20 year-round employees, with no subcontracted work. Its site names James Nolan as business manager and Robert Woodbury as VP of HVAC, and lists a service area running from Bourne and Falmouth out to Truro and Wellfleet. Google shows a 5-star average across 458 ratings.

The electrical and plumbing sides turn up in the reviews too. An April 2026 reviewer had the company outfit a new home for heat, air conditioning and electric, with zoning advice for the thermostats and diagrams for placing switches and outlets; a February 2026 reviewer had lighting updated in a remodeled kitchen area; a March 2026 review praised a plumber named Jeff. Service calls draw similar comments — in July, a customer whose AC failed on a 97-degree Sunday got a text back the same day and had Brendan restore the cooling on Monday. Older accounts cover bigger heating work: a March 2024 review described an oil-to-gas conversion with a new boiler, removal of a corroded oil tank, coordination with the gas company and the Mass Save paperwork, and a January 2024 review described a heat pump install with duct repairs and a new zone.

Some jobs went less smoothly. In a February 2026 review, a customer who paid for two second-floor zones said the air handler surged from the start, several return trips did not fix it, and they were left with one working zone and leftover ducting and dampers. A late-March 2026 reviewer on a maintenance contract said the technicians showed little interest in a front bedroom and bathroom that were not getting heat. And in November 2025 a customer objected to the office's plan to charge $185 an hour to pick up two parts the customer said were available at local supply houses.

**Strengths:**
- Mini split installs — four recent Google reviews describe them
- Quick AC response — July customer cooled again the day after calling
- In-house trades — HVAC, electrical and plumbing handled by one company

**Concerns:**
- Zoning follow-through — February 2026 customer left with one of two zones
- Maintenance visit — March 2026 customer's cold rooms went unaddressed
- Parts pickup charge — November 2025 customer objected to $185/hour

## Claims & citations

Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication.

- Recent Google reviewers describe mini split installs in a Harwich home, a Truro condo and other houses _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2toUVFtcHhVRzF0TVZreU9WSkJRek15VHpKRVJHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkhQQmpxUG1tMVkyOVJBQzMyTzJERGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Professional, on time, cleaned up and answered all questions and checked in each day during the installation of our new mini split system…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCSlgxTlNObnBpU2tWZlNFeDNOM2wzZWpod1pHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBJX1NSNnpiSkVfSEx3N3l3ejhwZGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My husband and I are so impressed with the excellent experience we recently had with Coastal Mechanical to have mini splits installed int…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT214RmNHb3RTMmR5WVZrd1VIWjBWemxPZFVKbmNWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmxFcGotS2dyYVkwUHZ0VzlOdUJncVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Coastal installed mini splits in my Truro condo. They delivered exactly what they promised with professional, knowledgeable and courteous…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xBeE1XcEhjVVpOVkZwcVZYQkxjV2w0T1c0MVMxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlAxMWpHcUZNVFpqVXBLcWl4OW41S1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Coastal Mechanical installed our mini splits and they were great from start to finish:  Friendly, thorough, helpful, and  knowledgeable. …”
- Google shows a 5-star average across 458 ratings _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://maps.google.com/?cid=6363496798494364449&g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAIYBCAA) — “Google: 5★ from 458 ratings”
- The company says it was founded in 2017 as a small family operation on Cape Cod and now employs 20 year-round residents across in-house HVAC, plumbing and electrical divisions _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.coastalphc.com) — “A Cape Cod full-service contractor running in-house HVAC, plumbing and electrical divisions for homeowners, with no subcontracted work, Mass…”
  - [Official Website](https://www.coastalphc.com) — “Company history (self-reported): Founded in 2017 as a small family operation on Cape Cod and grown into a company employing 20 year-round re…”
- The company's site names James Nolan as business manager, Robert Woodbury as VP of HVAC, Ian Bartenbach as plumbing manager and Jon Moreau as electrical manager _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.coastalphc.com) — “Ownership (self-reported): Family-owned and locally operated; leadership named as James Nolan (Business Manager), Robert Woodbury (VP of HVA…”
- Stated service area covers Cape Cod towns from Bourne and Falmouth to Truro and Wellfleet _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.coastalphc.com) — “Stated service area (self-reported): Barnstable, Bourne, Brewster, Chatham, Dennis, Eastham, Falmouth, Harwich, Hyannis, Mashpee, Orleans, S…”
- An April 2026 reviewer had heat, air conditioning and electrical outfitted in a new home, with thermostat zoning advice and diagrams for switch and outlet placement _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21JNU1tNHdVak5mYldWWmMyTnhTMk5YZVdsWk5rRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmI5Mm4wUjNfbWVZc2NxS2NXeWlZNkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ For both electric and HVAC, I have nothing but praise for Coastal Mechanical. They outfitted our new home for heat, a/c and electric. The…”
- A July 2026 customer whose AC failed on a 97-degree Sunday got a same-day text and cooling restored Monday _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tOc1dGRkROMU5LUWxoVU9Gb3RkbG8zV2kxQ2EwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNsWFFDN1NKQlhUOFotdlo3Wi1Ca0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ First class service.  AC went out on Sunday - 97 degrees.  Left voice mail and received text same day - Brendan arrived on Monday and was…”
- A March 2024 review described an oil-to-gas conversion with a new boiler, oil tank removal and Mass Save paperwork _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM5NzhDRW13RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC978CEmwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Coastal Mechanical performed an oil to gas conversion for us and completed the job flawlessly. They installed the new boiler and had most…”
- A January 2024 review described a heat pump install with duct repairs and a new zone _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNObDlPQmNBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICNl9OBcA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a heat pump installed, some duct work replaced and repaired, and a new zone added about a year ago. The company was professional a…”
- A February 2026 customer paid for two second-floor zones but was left with one after repeated trips failed to fix a surging air handler _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25kUVpXcFNhbFpvZVdzMFl6UndVVmh3ZFRSbE1VRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOndQZWpSalZoeWs0YzRwUVhwdTRlMUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “3★ Install crew did a great job, but start up on one of two systems was never completed to my satisfaction.  I asked for 2 zones on the 2nd …”
- A March 2026 maintenance-contract customer said technicians showed little interest in a heating problem in a bedroom and bathroom _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tKMlZERmZVMEZLVDNWcU5rZGZXR0p0UW1aSloxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkJ2VDFfU0FKT3VqNkdfWGJtQmZJZ1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “3★ We signed up for a maintenance contract. Two service technicians showed up and serviced our forced hot air furnace and air conditioner. W…”
- A November 2025 customer objected to a $185/hour charge to pick up two parts _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tGUlRITlVVSEZIU2xSaU5IVlVVWE53ZG5KVFFsRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkFRTHNUUHFHSlRiNHVUUXNwdnJTQlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “4★ The service tech was great. In and out in just over an hour. Gave recommendayion for replacement parts to buy. I paid them promptly. Howe…”
- Specializes in HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2toUVFtcHhVRzF0TVZreU9WSkJRek15VHpKRVJHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkhQQmpxUG1tMVkyOVJBQzMyTzJERGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Professional, on time, cleaned up and answered all questions and checked in each day during the installation of our new mini split system…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tOc1dGRkROMU5LUWxoVU9Gb3RkbG8zV2kxQ2EwRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkNsWFFDN1NKQlhUOFotdlo3Wi1Ca0E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ First class service.  AC went out on Sunday - 97 degrees.  Left voice mail and received text same day - Brendan arrived on Monday and was…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xCSlgxTlNObnBpU2tWZlNFeDNOM2wzZWpod1pHYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlBJX1NSNnpiSkVfSEx3N3l3ejhwZGc%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ My husband and I are so impressed with the excellent experience we recently had with Coastal Mechanical to have mini splits installed int…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT214RmNHb3RTMmR5WVZrd1VIWjBWemxPZFVKbmNWRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmxFcGotS2dyYVkwUHZ0VzlOdUJncVE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Coastal installed mini splits in my Truro condo. They delivered exactly what they promised with professional, knowledgeable and courteous…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2xBeE1XcEhjVVpOVkZwcVZYQkxjV2w0T1c0MVMxRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOlAxMWpHcUZNVFpqVXBLcWl4OW41S1E%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Coastal Mechanical installed our mini splits and they were great from start to finish:  Friendly, thorough, helpful, and  knowledgeable. …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUM5NzhDRW13RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIC978CEmwE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Coastal Mechanical performed an oil to gas conversion for us and completed the job flawlessly. They installed the new boiler and had most…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNObDlPQmNBEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICNl9OBcA%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We had a heat pump installed, some duct work replaced and repaired, and a new zone added about a year ago. The company was professional a…”
- Also offers Electrical _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.coastalphc.com) — “A Cape Cod full-service contractor running in-house HVAC, plumbing and electrical divisions for homeowners, with no subcontracted work, Mass…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wS2FHeFZabVJ4TlRkdlNVcGtiSEpaVld0UGQyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmpKaGxVZmRxNTdvSUpkbHJZVWtPd2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I am very pleased in all aspects of this company, whether it is the receptionist, scheduler, serviceman and of course their work.
They ha…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21JNU1tNHdVak5mYldWWmMyTnhTMk5YZVdsWk5rRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmI5Mm4wUjNfbWVZc2NxS2NXeWlZNkE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ For both electric and HVAC, I have nothing but praise for Coastal Mechanical. They outfitted our new home for heat, a/c and electric. The…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT25GM1UwaDJTMVJ3UzJONlRrMUxaV3RxVDFoTU1sRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOnF3U0h2S1RwS2N6Tk1LZWtqT1hMMlE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ We have had several projects done with Coastal Mechanical.  The latest was to update the lighting in a remodeled area of the kitchen area…”
- Also offers Plumbing _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Official Website](https://www.coastalphc.com) — “A Cape Cod full-service contractor running in-house HVAC, plumbing and electrical divisions for homeowners, with no subcontracted work, Mass…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21wS2FHeFZabVJ4TlRkdlNVcGtiSEpaVld0UGQyYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmpKaGxVZmRxNTdvSUpkbHJZVWtPd2c%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ I am very pleased in all aspects of this company, whether it is the receptionist, scheduler, serviceman and of course their work.
They ha…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT2tZNGREQjNXRGQ0TldoWWRUZHNWVEJpT0VkUGFVRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x584fae9f7b979321!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOkY4dDB3WDd4NWhYdTdsVTBiOEdPaUE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ A great plumber!  Jeff was personable, knowledgeable, and performed immaculate work.  We are well pleased!”

## Ownership

- Identifies as family-owned — the business's own statement, not independently verified.

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://occupationallicensingandpermitting.mass.gov/madol/s/license-search-page

## Sources

- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Coastal%20Mechanical&query_place_id=ChIJoTezmQk5-4kRIZOXe5-uT1g): Listed on this source
- [Exa](https://www.experience.com/reviews/coastal-22605971): 1 web mention across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [Official Website](https://www.coastalphc.com): 9 yrs in business · Self-reported profile and service details
- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Coastal%20Mechanical&query_place_id=ChIJoTezmQk5-4kRIZOXe5-uT1g): 5.0★ from 462 ratings
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/coastal-mechanical-yarmouth-2): Listed on this source
- [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/bluecollarjob/comments/1pq3kgh/coastal_mechanical_services_is_hiring_a/): 0 community mentions discussing this business

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Dale Nickerson · 2026-08-08**: I was very pleased with the work Coastal Mechanical did for me. They were on time, neat, personable and reasonable.  They took what I thought was a complicated job and completed it within one hour. High recommend!!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Steve Pham · 2026-08-03**: Coastal Mechanical just installed an AC unit at our salon, and our installer was Kevin, and he did an incredible job. He was prompt, professional, efficient, and clearly knows his craft. Our salon is finally nice and cool, and the entire process was seamless.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rebecca Richardson · 2026-08-02**: Professional, on time, cleaned up and answered all questions and checked in each day during the installation of our new mini split system. Thank you
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jonathan · 2026-07-29**: Great company to work with. Every employee i have spoken to has been very professional and always willing to help.
A must call for all of your HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Generator Installation needs.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · kenneth tierney · 2026-07-27**: First class service.  AC went out on Sunday - 97 degrees.  Left voice mail and received text same day - Brendan arrived on Monday and was extremely knowledgeable and professional.  AC was on Monday and all grandkids were very happy.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Michele Glancy · 2026-07-20**: My husband and I are so impressed with the excellent experience we recently had with Coastal Mechanical to have mini splits installed into our Harwich home.
Every step of the way was a pleasant experience. From the prompt response we got from our email inquiry for a quote, to the pleasant telephone …
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Barbara Wolff · 2026-06-26**: I am very pleased in all aspects of this company, whether it is the receptionist, scheduler, serviceman and of course their work.
They have taken care of 3 services for me HVAC, Plumbing and electrical. Highly recommend!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Terri Horn · 2026-06-17**: Service guy was so friendly, professional, and quick! Resolved the issue and explained tit well!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Joe Neikirk · 2026-05-03**: Great work at a fair price. There is no better company on the Cape for servicing HVAC!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Maya Moreau · 2026-04-30**: Great work and extremely easy to work with!

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