# Cool Runnings Refrigeration

**Trade:** HVAC / Heating & Cooling · **Address:** 5 Nauset Oaks Ln, Eastham, MA 02642 · **Phone:** (508) 487-2665 · **Languages:** English

**Rating: 4.1/5** (medium confidence) — from 12 reviews across 6 sources.
92% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative.

## The honest read

Cool Runnings Refrigeration works out of Eastham, on the Outer Cape, installing ductless mini-splits, heat pumps and central A/C, along with commercial refrigeration work — ice machines and undercounter units, matching the name. HomeAdvisor and Angi both list nine years in business, run by an owner-technician customers call Mario, who works with a small installation crew on bigger jobs.

Google shows a 5.0-star average from 15 ratings, and the twelve written reviews on file — spread across Google, Angi and HomeAdvisor from 2018 through September 2025 — are unanimous five-star. The specifics repeat a consistent story: in a 2023 review, a homeowner said Mario diagnosed and fixed an HVAC problem two other contractors couldn't figure out; a separate 2023 review described a five-zone ductless system installed cleanly in about a week. In a 2022 review, a customer facing a failed unit with new renters about to arrive said he got the replacement ordered and installed within days, at a price the reviewer put at more than 30% below a competing quote.

One 2023 review is worth reading closely before calling: it credits Mario as MassSave-certified for heat-pump rebate paperwork, but also notes he typically books three to four weeks out after a quote — this isn't a same-day emergency shop. The reviews are sparse in the late 2010s, cluster in 2021 through 2023, then add one more in 2025 — but nothing negative turns up across seven years on file.

For an Outer Cape homeowner installing or servicing a heat pump, ductless system, or refrigeration equipment, this reads as a small, plan-ahead operation with a long, clean history rather than a same-day call.

**Strengths:**
- Hard-to-diagnose repairs — fixed an HVAC issue other contractors couldn't solve
- Ductless mini-split installs — five-zone system installed cleanly within a week
- Fast under pressure — replaced a failed unit within days before renters arrived
- Below-market pricing — one customer cited a quote over 30% lower than a competitor
- MassSave certified — useful for heat-pump rebate paperwork

**Concerns:**
- Booking lead time — typically booked three to four weeks out after a quote

**Where sources disagree:**
- Angi and HomeAdvisor show byte-identical profiles (same six reviews, same services-offered list) — one listing mirrored across both platforms, not independent corroboration.

## Claims & citations

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

- Angi and HomeAdvisor both list Cool Runnings Refrigeration as about nine years in business. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm) — “Angi profile for Cool Runnings Refrigeration, P.O Box 1152, North Eastham, MA 02651: 5.0 stars from 6 reviews (all 5-star), 9 years of exper…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “HomeAdvisor profile for Cool Runnings Refrigeration, P.O Box 1152, North Eastham, MA 02651 — byte-identical mirror of the Angi profile: 5.0 …”
- Google shows a 5.0-star average from 15 ratings; Angi and HomeAdvisor both show 5.0-star from 6 ratings on a byte-identical mirrored profile. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Cool%20Runnings%20Refrigeration&query_place_id=ChIJtYz2xImg_IkR_QDC-AMG-Wg) — “Google: 5★ from 15 ratings”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm) — “Angi: 5.0★ from 6 ratings”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “HomeAdvisor: 5.0★ from 6 ratings”
- A 2023 review describes Mario diagnosing and fixing an HVAC issue that two other contractors could not resolve. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaX3VPWENnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68f90603f8c200fd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZ_uOXCg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Fantastic HVAC contractor. He was able to get my system working properly when others could not figure it out. He diagnosed the issue and …”
- A 2023 review describes a five-zone ductless mini-split system installed cleanly within about a week. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN4cnRmU0N3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68f90603f8c200fd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICxrtfSCw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Mario is the best A/C installer I’ve ever used. He was referred to me by a friend. When we met I was taken by his knowledge of what are n…”
- A 2022 review describes an urgent unit replacement ordered and installed within days ahead of new renters' arrival, at a price the reviewer said was over 30% below a competing quote. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPd2ZUN2lRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68f90603f8c200fd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICOwfT7iQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Mario was terrific - super responsive, a great communicator and worked fast!  We were in a pinch with a busted unit and renters arriving …”
- A 2023 review credits Mario as MassSave-certified, useful for heat-pump rebate paperwork. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “5★ Mario is totally honest, and very easy to deal with unlike some contractors. He explains everything in detail, even accommodated my wife'…”
- A 2023 review notes the business is typically booked three to four weeks out after a quote, so it is not a same-day option. _(confidence: medium)_
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “5★ Mario is totally honest, and very easy to deal with unlike some contractors. He explains everything in detail, even accommodated my wife'…”
- Angi and HomeAdvisor both list a Mainstream Engineering Corporation HVAC/R affiliation for the business; this is a directory-stated membership, not an independently verified credential. _(confidence: low)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm) — “Listed certification: Mainstream Engineering Corporation HVAC/R”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “Listed certification: Mainstream Engineering Corporation HVAC/R”
- Ductless mini-split and heat-pump installation is the recurring theme across the written reviews. _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN4cnRmU0N3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68f90603f8c200fd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICxrtfSCw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Mario is the best A/C installer I’ve ever used. He was referred to me by a friend. When we met I was taken by his knowledge of what are n…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm) — “5★ Mario and team worked hardâ they installed 3 splits, a condenser and a dehumidifier in the crawl space. Great installation, timely, respo…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “5★ Mario is totally honest, and very easy to deal with unlike some contractors. He explains everything in detail, even accommodated my wife'…”
- Also offers Appliance Repair _(confidence: medium)_
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Ductless A/C Installs / Repairs, HVAC / Heat pumps, Ice machine, Refrigeration, Undercounter units”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Ductless A/C Installs / Repairs, HVAC / Heat pumps, Ice machine, Refrigeration, Undercounter units”
- Specializes in HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: high)_
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNaX3VPWENnEAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68f90603f8c200fd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICZ_uOXCg%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Fantastic HVAC contractor. He was able to get my system working properly when others could not figure it out. He diagnosed the issue and …”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUN4cnRmU0N3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x68f90603f8c200fd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICxrtfSCw%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Mario is the best A/C installer I’ve ever used. He was referred to me by a friend. When we met I was taken by his knowledge of what are n…”
  - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUNPd2ZUN2lRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x68f90603f8c200fd!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgICOwfT7iQE%7C%7C?hl=en) — “5★ Mario was terrific - super responsive, a great communicator and worked fast!  We were in a pinch with a busted unit and renters arriving …”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm) — “5★ Mario and team worked hardâ they installed 3 splits, a condenser and a dehumidifier in the crawl space. Great installation, timely, respo…”
  - [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm) — “Services offered (Angi): Ductless A/C Installs / Repairs, HVAC / Heat pumps, Ice machine, Refrigeration, Undercounter units”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “5★ Mario is totally honest, and very easy to deal with unlike some contractors. He explains everything in detail, even accommodated my wife'…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “5★ I love Mario. His rates are more reasonable than others here. He's very personable and I can't say enough good about him, and did an exce…”
  - [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html) — “Services offered (HomeAdvisor): Ductless A/C Installs / Repairs, HVAC / Heat pumps, Ice machine, Refrigeration, Undercounter units”

## License

Status: **not_found** — verified against the official MA state registry, never self-reported.
Re-check at the official registry: https://contractorhub.mass.gov/s/hic-contractor-search

## Sources

- [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Cool%20Runnings%20Refrigeration&query_place_id=ChIJtYz2xImg_IkR_QDC-AMG-Wg): 5.0★ from 15 ratings
- [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Cool%20Runnings%20Refrigeration&query_place_id=ChIJtYz2xImg_IkR_QDC-AMG-Wg): Listed on this source
- [Yelp](https://www.yelp.com/biz/cool-runnings-refrigeration-eastham-2): Listed on this source
- [Angi](https://www.angi.com/companylist/us/ma/north-eastham/cool-runnings-refrigeration-reviews-62920894.htm): 5.0★ from 6 ratings
- [Exa](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html): 0 web mentions across the open web (each linked to its source)
- [HomeAdvisor](https://www.homeadvisor.com/rated.CoolRunnings.62920894.html): 5.0★ from 6 ratings

## Recent reviews

- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Jean D. · 2025-09-01**: We have been using him for a few years now.
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Gerry S. · 2023-12-01**: Mario is totally honest, and very easy to deal with unlike some contractors. He explains everything in detail, even accommodated my wife's request to relocate the compressor units to the back yard so she didn't have to look at them. His prices are very reasonable, note because of this he is booked t…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Brian Gardner · 2023-09-11**: Fantastic HVAC contractor. He was able to get my system working properly when others could not figure it out. He diagnosed the issue and then got it corrected, even though it was a difficult and painstaking fix. Super knowledgeable, and honest as well.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Thomas Carpenter · 2023-05-18**: Mario is the best A/C installer I’ve ever used. He was referred to me by a friend. When we met I was taken by his knowledge of what are needs were. He installed a split system in a very precise and professional manner. The system was installed in a little over a week(which in my estimation is way ab…
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Jeremy Wise · 2023-04-18**: Cool Running was great to work with. They dealt with all my concerns in creative ways!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kurt Anderson · 2023-02-07**: Couldn't be happier with the speed and quality of the install. My house is warm AND dry for maybe it's very first time.
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · Rebecca Mahadeva · 2022-06-11**: Mario was terrific - super responsive, a great communicator and worked fast!  We were in a pinch with a busted unit and renters arriving in a few days. Mario got the unit ordered and installed quickly and expertly. Super grateful we found Cool Runnings!  Their cost was also over 30% less than other …
- **5/5 · HomeAdvisor · Lana S. · 2021-10-01**: Mario and team worked hardâ they installed 3 splits, a condenser and a dehumidifier in the crawl space. Great installation, timely, responsive and wonderful customer service!!!
- **5/5 · Google Reviews · ANNE MARIE Dolores · 2021-09-22**: Very very pleased, thank you Mario!
- **5/5 · Angi · Rich W. · 2021-03-01**: Na

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