ABC Heating & Cooling: Experienced HVAC Services Serving Portland, OR 97230

Portland, OR 97230

(503) 665-8000

Local Business Description

ABC Heating & Cooling brings three generations of family expertise to Portland's HVAC and plumbing needs. Founded in 1948 by William Lehr Sr., the company operates on the principle that customers are always right—a guideline that remains unchanged today. Owner Damon Lehr grew up accompanying his father, Dick Lehr, on service calls from age five, learning the trade firsthand. His technical background includes engineering work at Tokyo Electron, where he repaired complex robotics at Intel facilities. This unique combination of hands-on family tradition and advanced technical training allows ABC Heating & Cooling to tackle Portland's most challenging heating, cooling, and plumbing problems. As a family-owned business that has grown through word-of-mouth referrals, they never charge trip or diagnostic fees and treat every customer like family.

Question Answers

What makes ABC Heating & Cooling qualified to handle complex HVAC installations in Portland homes?

Our owner Damon Lehr brings both deep family tradition and advanced technical training to every installation. Growing up on service calls with his father since age five gave him practical field experience, while his engineering background at Tokyo Electron—where he repaired sophisticated robotics at Intel—provides the technical foundation to handle complex systems. As a third-generation family business founded in 1948, we combine this expertise with our commitment to treating customers right, ensuring your HVAC installation meets Portland's specific climate needs.

How do you approach HVAC system repairs for Portland residents?

We approach repairs with our family's three-generation philosophy: customers are always right, and we treat them like family. We don't charge trip or diagnostic fees to come to your door, so you only pay for the actual repair work needed. Damon's background in repairing complex industrial machinery at Intel means we're particularly equipped to diagnose and fix challenging problems that other companies might struggle with. For Portland homeowners, this means reliable repairs backed by both traditional service values and modern technical expertise.

Can you help with the short cycling and smart thermostat connectivity issues common in Portland HVAC systems?

Yes, we regularly address these specific Portland-area issues. For short cycling—where systems turn on and off too frequently—we perform thorough inspections to identify whether it's caused by thermostat placement, refrigerant levels, airflow problems, or system sizing issues. For smart thermostat connectivity problems, Damon's engineering background with complex electronics gives us particular insight into compatibility and installation challenges. We'll work to ensure your thermostat communicates properly with your HVAC equipment while considering Portland's specific climate demands.

Service Capabilities

  • Plumbing inspection
  • HVAC system repair
  • HVAC installation or replacement

Business Location & Hours



Mon:Open 24 hours
Tue:Open 24 hours
Wed:Open 24 hours
Thu:Open 24 hours
Fri:Open 24 hours
Sat:Open 24 hours
Sun:Open 24 hours


Scroll to Top
CALL US NOW