North Shore Cooling Specialists

Top-Rated Cooling Services in Manchester by the Sea, MA

Name: Spencer Home Services
Price range: $$

Cooling emergency? We dispatch to Manchester by the Sea the same day — most calls reached within about two hours.

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4.9 ★★★★★ 1100+ reviews

Licensed HVAC Technicians

Family-Owned Since 1981

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Services We Offer in Manchester by the Sea

Repairs & Maintenance

Not cooling, low refrigerant, or an annual tune-up.

Installation & Replacement

New systems, mini-splits and replacements.

978-293-5770Talk to the office All Air Conditioning Services6 services

What summer actually asks of a system in Manchester by the Sea

60 days above 80°F, in an average year

Manchester by the Sea gets about 60 days above 80°F in a year, and only about 10 above 90°F. That short, concentrated peak is exactly why an oversized air conditioner works badly here: it cools the air quickly, then shuts off before it has pulled the humidity out, leaving the house cold and clammy.

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals, recorded at Beverly Municipal Airport — the nearest reporting station, about 8 miles away.

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Manchester by the Sea systems & permits

Manchester-by-the-Sea's coastal climate is genuinely mild for cooling — the nearest NOAA normals station (Beverly, MA, 1991-2020) shows only about 432 annual cooling-degree-days and roughly five days a year above 90°F, so raw cooling load is modest. The real constraint for many homes is siting, not tonnage: the Manchester Historic District Commission has explicit jurisdiction over HVAC and mechanical equipment mounted on or protruding through roofs, soffits, eaves, or exterior walls within the Historic District, and its guidelines direct that condensers and mini-split heads go in the least visible location possible. A January 2026 HDC decision made that concrete, conditioning project approval on HVAC units being placed out of view from the public way.

Sources: manchester.ma.us · ncei.noaa.gov

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The Manchester Historic District Commission (MHDC) has jurisdiction over vents, HVAC equipment, and mechanical equipment installed on or protruding through roof surfaces or that alter soffits, eaves, or exterior walls within the Historic District; its guidelines state air conditioners and other mechanical equipment 'should be placed in the most inconspicuous location possible.'

At its January 8, 2026 hearing, the Manchester HDC approved a Certificate of Appropriateness on condition that HVAC units at the property be placed where they are not visible from the public way.

In the Limited Commercial District east of School Street, the zoning bylaw caps structure height at 55 feet, but explicitly allows HVAC equipment, solar panels, and mechanical appurtenances to extend up to 15 feet above that cap.

1991-2020 NOAA normals for the Beverly, MA station (USC00190593), the nearest normals station to Manchester-by-the-Sea, show annual cooling degree days (base 65F) of 432.4 and an average of only 5.3 days per year with a high above 90F.

Why Manchester by the Sea Chooses Spencer

Straightforward cooling work from a local team — clear pricing, licensed technicians, and appointments that actually happen when we say they will.

Licensed & Insured in Massachusetts

Every cooling technician we send to Manchester by the Sea is fully licensed, insured and background-checked.

Upfront, Flat-Rate Pricing

You approve the price before any work begins. No hidden fees, no surprise charges, no overtime rates.

Same-Day Service

Same-day appointments across Manchester by the Sea and the surrounding North Shore communities.

Family-Owned and Local

A local family business, not a national call centre. The person who answers is the person who dispatches.

The Spencer Home Services team at the Peabody headquarters

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What Spencer Customers Say

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   Ginny Colarusso 
 2 days ago
 
 
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Pasquale was polite, personable & efficient. He did a great job with my service maintenance The old piping and hosing had deteriorated after five years. This will definitely last much longer.
  
 
 
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   Justin Repp 
 10 days ago
 
 
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I needed a sewer line replaced on my property in Lowell. The issue was a complicated one but Will came out to assess the problem and gave me a fair price (much cheaper than another company!). Then the team of Oscar, Bryan, Paul, Julio, Cesar, and others came out and banged out the job in one (long) day. They crushed it. Highly recommend.
  
 
 
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   Patrick Proctor 
 15 days ago
 
 
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We found a 75 year old sewer pipe starting to leak and crack at the joints. Spencer Home Services was extremely helpful in giving an estimate and getting it repaired quickly by a skilled plumber!
  
 
 
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   Courtney Landry 
 35 days ago
 
 
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Thanks so much to Jesse & the entire Spencer team! From my first interaction, I was kept up to date and given the best advice on how to move forward with a water leak. The service was professional, efficient, and a pleasure. I am a repeat customer and would gladly recommend Spencer Home Services to anyone. Thank you!
  
 
 
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   Mason Gohl 
 38 days ago
 
 
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Jesse was great.  He showed up and got the job done.  SPH was very communicative which meant no worries!  Very happy.
  
 
 
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   Ryan Penney 
 55 days ago
 
 
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I Called Spencer yesterday with a sewer issue at my Clients home. They came out, assessed the job. Laid out all the options to the client. Had a price back in less than an hour. Client accepted the price, signed the contract, and the job was completed Today by 3:00. Professionals from the beginning and all the way through until the end.
  
 
 
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   Weihai Chen 
 72 days ago
 
 
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I had an excellent experience with Spencer Home Services replacing my main water line — nearly 200 feet long! The crew worked efficiently and managed to finish everything within a single day, which was very impressive.

The pricing was great, and the team went above and beyond with the cleanup and grading afterward — the yard looked neat and well-restored when they were done.

Special thanks to Bryan Paul, Julio, Brian, Oscar, and Cesar for their professionalism, hard work, and attention to detail. I highly recommend Spencer Home Services for anyone looking for reliable and high-quality service!

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7/16/26
Great company, actually stands by their warranty!

Spencer Home Services put in a new main sewer line for me last August. Over the winter, the street patch settled a bit and started turning into a pothole. I called them up to see if they’d fix it under their warranty, and they were awesome about it.

First, they sent someone out two weeks ago to run a camera down the whole pipe. They wanted to make sure the shifting dirt didn't cause any sagging or bellies underground, and they did the inspection with absolutely no pushback or extra fees.

Once we confirmed the pipe was in perfect shape, they scheduled a crew to come back today to fix the road. They cut a clean square and put down a really solid, hot asphalt patch that's completely level with the street.

It's rare to find a company that actually stands by their work and coordinates everything without a fight. Highly recommend them!
  
 
 
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   Steven Murphy 
 86 days ago
 
 
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I had two projects done at my property. One was reline my sewer line and install a line for a basement half bathroom. The other was replacing my hot water storage tank. The worker quality was excellent, the only problem I had was finding the offices to pay off the work
  
 
 
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   karen mancuso 
 95 days ago
 
 
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I had 2 mini split systems installed in my townhome on the second and third floors. The work was done carefully and with good attention to details both outside and inside by Charles Barragan and John Sacharczyk.
They provided thorough instruction with demonstrations on how to operate the systems with a remote regarding all modes, options etc . I am extremely pleased with the service from Spencer Home Service from estimate to completion. Charles and John provided  high quality work and were in a pleasure to work with.
  
 
 
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   antonio trujillo 
 120 days ago
 
 
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Rapidez, profesionalismo, puntualidad y conocimiento del trabajo a realizar.
Thanks Steve Cunha.
  
 
 
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   Sarah Wessel Whitaker 
 196 days ago
 
 
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We had our old cast iron/ceramic sewer pipe lined, and are very happy with the result! Oscar and Cesar were knowledgeable and friendly and were happy to show us what was going on as they were working on things. The quoting and scheduling process were straightforward too and everyone at Spencer home services was very responsive.
  
 
 
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   W C 
 213 days ago
 
 
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I couldn’t be more grateful for the team from Spencer who came out after Monday’s blizzard to complete our CIPP sewer line repair. Oscar, Cesar, Chuck, and Bryan (who plowed out the driveway) were outstanding from start to finish!
They addressed a sewer line with multiple root intrusions that had been causing blockages, as well as a cavity in the old cast iron pipe that was allowing runoff to leak back through the foundation and into the house. The team thoroughly prepped the line by clearing the roots and descaling the pipe. Once done, they shot the new pipe in and cured it so that we have a single continuous sewer line pipe to the city main. They also removed the aging cast iron wye connection and replaced it with a new PVC fitting.
Throughout the entire process, they were incredibly kind, patient, and professional. I asked a lot of questions, and they were happy to walk me through everything - from the materials being used, to how measurements are taken, how the resin is applied, and how the curing process works. I truly appreciated the education and transparency. I now have a much better understanding of my home’s sewer system and the work that was done.
They were also very respectful of our home, keeping the work areas clean and carefully protecting our light-colored carpet with drop cloths. After the work was done, they cleaned up everything and it was almost like they weren't here at all. They treated our home like it was their own.

Also, thank you as well to Rich, who came out on Saturday to assess the situation and scope the line, and to Angel and the front office staff who answered my questions over the weekend on timing for the job and if a plow would be possible. Every person I spoke with was friendly, responsive, and understanding.
An exceptional team and an excellent experience all around - highly recommend!
  
 
 
 
 
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Cooling FAQs in Manchester by the Sea

How often should my AC be serviced in Manchester by the Sea?

We recommend having your air conditioning system professionally serviced at least once a year, ideally in the spring before the cooling season begins. Regular maintenance extends the life of your AC unit, improves efficiency, and helps prevent costly breakdowns during the hottest days in Manchester by the Sea. Call (978) 293-5770 to schedule your AC tune-up.

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