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R H Lapp & Sons Inc
880 KELLY RD, Cumberland, MD 21502, USA
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Virginia's climate puts real demands on home and building HVAC systems. Summers bring heat and humidity, winters bring cold snaps, and many older homes across the Commonwealth have ductwork that needs regular attention. R H Lapp & Sons Inc serves Virginia homeowners and property owners who need dependable heating and cooling. The company holds Virginia state contractor license #197532 on the state contractor registry and has been licensed since 2025.
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About R H Lapp & Sons Inc
The company's work covers the core systems most households rely on. AC Services address cooling problems, from diagnosing weak airflow to restoring performance in older units. Heating Services, Furnace Services, and Heat Pumps cover both traditional and electric heating options, depending on what a property needs. Ductwork Services include inspecting, sealing, and repairing the channels that move conditioned air through a building, while Thermostat Services handle installation and programming so systems respond to daily schedules. For urgent failures, Emergency HVAC addresses breakdowns that cannot wait. Maintenance & Tune-up visits help catch wear before it becomes a costly repair.
Because the service area is Virginia, the team works with the seasonal patterns and building types found throughout the state. Local knowledge matters when a humid summer strains an older air conditioner or a cold week exposes a weak furnace. Clear communication about the condition of a system and the options available helps property owners make informed decisions.
Anyone comparing local HVAC professionals should look for licensing, clear estimates, and straightforward explanations. R H Lapp & Sons Inc welcomes that kind of comparison. Find more information about this listing and other local pros through HVAC Service Fast.
State license record
Virginia license #197532
Current- Issued by
- Virginia Dept. of Professional & Occupational Regulation (DPOR)
- Status
- Current as of Aug 4, 2026
- First issued
- Oct 2025 (1 year)
- Valid through
- Oct 31, 2027
- License class
- Class A contractor
What the license covers
- HVA Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning
From DPOR public license data as of Aug 4, 2026. Licenses change — confirm the current status at the Virginia DPOR License Lookup.
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Local market — Cumberland
HVAC pros here
18
Have a website
67%
Cooling demand
1,175
Heating demand
4,853
Cooling/heating demand = annual degree days (NOAA). Electricity = state residential average (EIA).
Local context for Cumberland
Buying a new AC or heat pump in Virginia
- Virginia is in the DOE Southeast region: new central air conditioners installed since January 1, 2023 must meet at least 14.3 SEER2 (13.8 SEER2 for systems 45,000 BTU/h and larger). Heat pumps must meet 14.3 SEER2 and 7.5 HSPF2 nationwide.
- Since 2025, new systems are built for lower-impact refrigerants such as R-454B or R-32. Ask which refrigerant a quoted system uses and for its AHRI certificate number, which confirms the matched system’s rated efficiency.
Before you hire R H Lapp & Sons Inc
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State license on record
DPOR lists #197532 as current (record dated Aug 4, 2026). Licensed since 2025. Re-check it yourself before work starts — it is free and takes a minute. Look it up: Virginia DPOR License Lookup
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Ask for proof of insurance
We have no insurance details on file. Ask for a certificate of general liability and workers' compensation coverage before anyone works in your home.
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Ask who pulls the permit
Replacing an AC, furnace, heat pump or water heater usually needs a local permit and inspection. A licensed contractor normally pulls it — ask that the permit is included in the written quote.
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Virginia homeowner protection
Virginia's Contractor Transaction Recovery Fund can compensate homeowners for certain losses caused by a contractor — but only if the contractor held a valid DPOR license when the contract was signed.
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- Name, address and phone
- State license records · added Aug 4, 2026
- Virginia license
- DPOR public license data · record date Aug 4, 2026
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