--- title: "Porter Heating and Cooling" description: "Porter Heating and Cooling's website says it provides heating and cooling solutions and walks customers through their options. A 2025 customer said they ha" doc_version: "2026-10-21" last_updated: "2026-10-21" --- # Porter Heating and Cooling **Trade:** HVAC / Heating & Cooling · **Address:** 33 Lexington Dr Ste 3, Laconia, NH 03246 · **Phone:** (603) 366-2662 · **Website:** https://porterheatingandcooling.com/ · **Languages:** English **Rating: 3.9/5** (medium confidence) — from 9 reviews across 5 sources. 89% of sentiment-scored reviews read net-positive. Last 6 months: 0 reviews, 0 negative. ## The honest read Porter Heating and Cooling's website says it provides heating and cooling solutions and walks customers through their options. A 2025 customer said they had worked with Matt and Kaila and now had central air; the customer said he had looked at their setup and determined a plan for their home. A 2025 customer said Porter came out the next morning when a boiler would not fire, temporarily restored the heat, then replaced the part once it arrived. That 2025 customer described the pricing as reasonable and said the company did not try to sell unneeded services. A 2024 customer described residential work including a Viessmann forced-hot-water boiler with an indirect water heater, an air handler and a Cooper & Hunter split system. A 2023 customer said Matt and Sons installed a NewYorker cast-iron boiler and Joey answered questions about the replacement quickly. A 2025 customer said the company quickly fixed an emergency leak and, on a separate visit, leaking water valves. That 2025 customer called the pricing fair. New Hampshire licence MBE2501767 is active on the state registry, with M.Porter Heating and cooling named as the holder. A 2024 customer described the owner as disrespectful and complained that the business was never open and was inflexible. **Strengths:** - Temporary boiler heat — a 2025 customer said heat returned while awaiting a part - Fair repair pricing — a 2025 customer called pricing fair - Quick boiler answers — a 2023 customer said Joey answered replacement questions quickly **Concerns:** - Hours and flexibility — a 2024 customer complained the business was never open - Owner interaction — a 2024 customer described the owner as disrespectful ## Claims & citations Every claim below is backed by real evidence rows — uncited claims are dropped in code before publication. - The company's website says it provides heating and cooling solutions and explains the available options. _(confidence: high)_ - [Official Website](https://porterheatingandcooling.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): We will find HVAC solutions that fit your heating and cooling requirements. We provide a thorough walk thro…” - A 2025 customer said they worked with Matt and Kaila and now had central air; the customer said he looked at their setup and determined a plan for their home. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sCi9DQUlRQUNvZENodHljRjlvT21rNGFWSnBUa1ZMV25GNE5VOWpUREIwV0ZwWWMzYxAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CAIQACodChtycF9oOmk4aVJpTkVLWnF4NU9jTDB0WFpYc3c%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Had a great experience with Matt and Kaila at Porter Heating and cooling! They were great to work with and we are excited to now have cen…” - A 2025 customer said Porter temporarily restored heat to a boiler and replaced the part once it arrived, with reasonable pricing and no attempt to sell unneeded services. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURnNl9tdEd3EAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDg6_mtGw%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Nothing but great experiences using Porter Heating and Cooling. I had an issue with my boiler not firing up; they came out first thing th…” - A 2024 customer described residential installation of a boiler with an indirect water heater, an air handler and a split system. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURkMjhEYmd3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDd28DbgwE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I've hired Porter Heating and Cooling to do multiple systems on multiple properties over the years: routine maintenance/repairs on commer…” - A 2023 customer said Matt and Sons installed a NewYorker cast-iron boiler and Joey answered replacement questions quickly. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURGNTdxanhBRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDF57qjxAE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Matt and Sons did an amazing installation job on our new NewYorker cast iron boiler, highly recommended and Joey in the office was great …” - A 2025 customer said the company fixed an emergency leak and leaking water valves on separate visits. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRcGM2MGVREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDQpc60eQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Worked with this company twice now, first time they came out quickly and fixed an emergency leak for me. Second time they fixed some leak…” - A 2025 customer called the pricing fair after an emergency leak repair and a separate leaking-water-valve repair. _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRcGM2MGVREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDQpc60eQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Worked with this company twice now, first time they came out quickly and fixed an emergency leak for me. Second time they fixed some leak…” - New Hampshire licence MBE2501767 is active on the state registry, with M.Porter Heating and cooling named as the holder. _(confidence: high)_ - [State License Registry](https://forms.nh.gov/licenseverification/) — “NH hvac license MBE2501767 registry-verified active — registry holder of record: M.Porter Heating and cooling” - A 2024 customer described the owner as disrespectful and complained that the business was never open and was inflexible. _(confidence: medium)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSUQzeHAtXzFRRRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgID3xp-_1QE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “1★ If I could give 0 stars I would. The owner should not be able to own a business, he is disrespectful and has no sense of customer service…” - Specializes in HVAC / Heating & Cooling _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChdDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnSURkMjhEYmd3RRAB!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgIDd28DbgwE%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ I've hired Porter Heating and Cooling to do multiple systems on multiple properties over the years: routine maintenance/repairs on commer…” - [Official Website](https://porterheatingandcooling.com) — “About (self-reported, verbatim): We will find HVAC solutions that fit your heating and cooling requirements. We provide a thorough walk thro…” - Also offers Plumbing _(confidence: high)_ - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/reviews/data=!4m8!14m7!1m6!2m5!1sChZDSUhNMG9nS0VJQ0FnTURRcGM2MGVREAE!2m1!1s0x0:0x52142a7c8bd6c160!3m1!1s2@1:CIHM0ogKEICAgMDQpc60eQ%7C%7C?hl=en-US) — “5★ Worked with this company twice now, first time they came out quickly and fixed an emergency leak for me. Second time they fixed some leak…” ## License Status: **active** (#MBE2501767, hvac) — verified against the official NH state registry on 2026-10-18, never self-reported. Re-check at the official registry: https://forms.nh.gov/licenseverification/ ## Sources - [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/UCSC/comments/1c17aba/how_to_use_heater_in_porter_apartments/): 0 community mentions discussing this business - [Google Reviews](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Porter%20Heating%20and%20Cooling&query_place_id=ChIJQfTyR-83s0wRYMHWi3wqFFI): Listed on this source - [Official Website](https://porterheatingandcooling.com): Self-reported profile and service details - [Local News](https://www.laconiadailysun.com/community/obituaries/brent-m-porter-23/article_afd5442c-b98b-51d2-ab9d-2ec32803c194.html): Listed on this source - [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Porter%20Heating%20and%20Cooling&query_place_id=ChIJQfTyR-83s0wRYMHWi3wqFFI): 3.8★ from 16 ratings ## Mentions Unverified third-party mentions found on the open web — relay with attribution ("a Reddit commenter said…"), never as Tavlee's own finding. - “The cost of the installation at Merrill Fay, including the labor, was donated by Lakes Region businesses including The Margate Resort and Porter Heating and Cooling.” — laconiadailysun.com — https://www.laconiadailysun.com/news/local/theres-a-new-water-fountain-at-merrill-fay-arena-thanks-to-the-lakers/collection_a1ded53f-71ea-4fcb-868f-544f1464a818.html ## Recent reviews - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Moriah Billups · 2025-12-06**: Had a great experience with Matt and Kaila at Porter Heating and cooling! They were great to work with and we are excited to now have central air. He came in and looked at our set up and determined the best plan for our home. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Kimberly Cass · 2025-03-20**: Called right away because I had a leak from my air vent and Kelsey got right back me. Can’t be any happier to have such an awesome company that actually gets back to me to take care of the problem. Matt is very knowledgeable person and stands by his company and also proud to become his friend as wel… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Lindsey Lacasse · 2025-03-12**: Worked with this company twice now, first time they came out quickly and fixed an emergency leak for me. Second time they fixed some leaking water valves. Both times they were quick, honest and made the work look easy! Pricing is fair and the people are wonderful to work with. Hands down recommend t… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · David Tyler · 2025-02-27**: Nothing but great experiences using Porter Heating and Cooling. I had an issue with my boiler not firing up; they came out first thing the next day and diagnosed it. They temporarily got our heat working again until the part came in and then they quickly got the part replaced once received. Very rea… - **1/5 · Google Reviews · unknown source · 2024-11-14**: If I could give 0 stars I would. The owner should not be able to own a business, he is disrespectful and has no sense of customer service. They are never open and not flexible at all. I do not recommend doing service with them. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Geoff Gray · 2024-02-27**: I've hired Porter Heating and Cooling to do multiple systems on multiple properties over the years: routine maintenance/repairs on commercial rooftops, design and installation of a Viessmann forced hot water boiler with indirect water heater in a residence, a/c air handler at a residence, Cooper & H… - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Mark Lifson · 2023-11-11**: Matt and Sons did an amazing installation job on our new NewYorker cast iron boiler, highly recommended and Joey in the office was great to deal with and got back fast to us on all our questions concerning the boiler replacement A +++ Thanks again Mark and Julie - **5/5 · Google Reviews · David Tyler · 2023-08-02**: Really great service; doesn't try to upsell and works to get your heating system fixed quickly and done right. - **5/5 · Google Reviews · Stephanie Durfee · 2022-07-11**: Fantastic service as usual! 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