Verne & Ellsworth Hann is renowned for outstanding HVAC and plumbing services! Being in business since 1907 makes us one of the oldest family-run companies in Cleveland Heights, OH. We offer the finest heating, air conditioning, plumbing, and boiler services to residents of Cleveland Heights.
To schedule top HVAC and plumbing services in Cleveland Heights, OH, call Verne & Ellsworth Hann at (216) 932-9755!

Dependable Heating & Cooling Services
Verne & Ellsworth Hann’s exceptional technicians can install, replace, repair, and maintain your heating or cooling system in Cleveland Heights, OH. You get consistently prompt, respectful service, no matter what type of issue you have.
We offer services for:
- Ductless mini-splits: This cost-effective, energy-efficient method of heating and cooling can be set for specific areas of your home, called zones, instead of having your whole house at one temperature.Â
- Heat pumps: A heat pump heats and cools your home. It’s environmentally safe, inconspicuous, and saves money. Our technicians and technology keep your heat pump working.
- Furnaces: Verne & Ellsworth Hann keeps your home warm in Cleveland Heights, OH! Our installation, repair, and maintenance services ensure your gas or electric furnace runs throughout the coldest Ohio winters.
- Boilers: We are the boiler specialists you want when your boiler requires installation, repair, or replacement. When you experience thermostat issues, system leaks, or lack of heat, turn to Verne & Ellsworth Hann!
- Packaged units: These combine heating and cooling components into a single, convenient unit, conserving space. If your packaged unit in Cleveland Heights, OH, needs to be installed, replaced, repaired, or maintained, Verne & Ellsworth Hann will do it!
Air Quality & Ductwork Services in Cleveland Heights
Excellent indoor air quality helps maintain good health. Verne & Ellsworth Hann’s indoor air quality solutions feature up-to-date technology so the air in your Cleveland Heights, OH, home is as pure as possible.
We handle installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance for:
- Air scrubbers: An air scrubber eliminates dust, pollutants, odors, and other unwanted particles from the air. It can be connected to your ductwork.
- Air purifiers: We provide state-of-the-art technology, like using UV light, to keep your air free of odors, particulates, germs, and mold.
- Whole-house humidifiers: Arid air causes issues with your eyes, mouth, nose, and lips. A whole-house humidifier maintains an ideal comfort level all the time.
Let Verne & Ellsworth Hann improve the indoor air quality of your Northeast Ohio home. Contact our team at (216) 932-9755!
Exceptional Plumbing Services
Since 1952, Verne & Ellsworth Hann has provided first-class plumbing services in Cleveland Heights, OH, addressing:
- Water heaters: We install, replace, and repair tankless, gas, and electric water heaters.
- Water lines: When there are soggy areas in your yard or your tap water is discolored, call us for water line installation, replacement, or repair!
- Gas lines: Problems with your gas line are dangerous. Exit your home immediately, contact your utility company, and let us pinpoint the issue and restore your peace of mind.
- Bathroom & kitchen plumbing: Don’t put up with a broken faucet, malfunctioning garbage disposal, or overflowing toilet! We’ll find the problem fast and correct it.
Verne & Ellsworth Hann is your source for outstanding plumbing services in Cleveland Heights, OH! Call (216) 932-9755 to schedule services today!
Choose Verne & Ellsworth Hann in Cleveland Heights, OH
You can trust Verne & Ellsworth Hann as your HVAC and plumbing partner in Northeast Ohio, including Cleveland Heights. We believe in professionalism, integrity, and transparency. Our licensed and insured techs uphold those standards and are happy to serve you!
We earned the Angi Super Service Award and Best of the Heights Award because of our knowledge, responsiveness, and dedication to satisfying each customer.
Call Verne & Ellsworth Hann at (216) 932-9755 to schedule HVAC or plumbing services in Cleveland Heights, OH, today!
Recent Jobs and Reviews in Cleveland Heights, OH
Job Locations and Reviews
Responded to service call for 1.5-year-old Bryant AC system under warranty with insufficient cooling and inability to reach setpoint temperature. Upon inspection, found unit in frozen condition requiring thaw-out period before proper diagnostics could be performed. Connected testing equipment to outdoor condensing unit and documented current system state with photos showing unit placement, electrical connections, and condenser coil assembly. Second appointment scheduled to complete diagnostic testing and determine root cause of freezing issue once unit has fully thawed.
Completed installation of Rinnai tankless water heater system in basement utility area, replacing previous 75-gallon tank water heater. Mounted unit on concrete block wall with proper clearances and structural support. Connected incoming cold water supply and outgoing hot water distribution lines using copper piping with appropriate shutoff valves and fittings. Installed expansion tank below unit to accommodate thermal expansion in closed plumbing system. Configured dual white PVC exhaust and intake venting system extending through exterior wall, ensuring proper combustion air supply and exhaust gas evacuation per manufacturer specifications. Removed existing boiler flue pipe from previous water heater installation. Sealed and capped 75-gallon water heater flue penetration in exterior brick wall to prevent air and moisture infiltration. Verified all gas connections for proper fit and leak-free operation. Tested unit startup sequence, confirmed ignition, and adjusted temperature setting
Conducted on-site evaluation for add-on air conditioning system installation to existing forced-air heating setup. Assessed current furnace unit located in basement utility area, documenting equipment specifications and ductwork configuration for compatibility with proposed cooling system. Examined existing supply and return ductwork extending from furnace unit to determine adequate sizing and structural integrity for AC integration. Evaluated outdoor placement options for condensing unit, inspecting exterior wall area and existing utility conduit routing. Photographed current HVAC equipment and proposed outdoor installation location to prepare comprehensive replacement estimate for complete heating and cooling system.
Replaced 75-gallon Lochinvar water heater under warranty with complete reconnection of copper supply and distribution piping, including installation of expansion tank, circulation pump, and associated valves and fittings. Repaired burst pipe in pool room area with new copper piping sections and proper soldered connections to restore water flow and prevent further water damage.
Performed comprehensive preventive maintenance on a 10-year-old residential air conditioning system found to be operating within normal parameters. Completed full system inspection of outdoor condensing unit, verified proper refrigerant levels, cleaned condenser coils, checked electrical connections and components, tested capacitor performance, and confirmed appropriate amperage draws. System demonstrated satisfactory cooling performance with no deficiencies noted requiring immediate attention.
Responded to kitchen sink leak underneath fixture. Upon arrival, discovered extensive water damage affecting surrounding walls, ceiling, and structural components. Glass block window area showed signs of prolonged moisture exposure with deteriorated ceiling beams, compromised wall surfaces, and significant mold accumulation. Assessed leak source at sink base and evaluated extent of water intrusion damage to cabinet interior and adjacent building materials. Documented severe deterioration requiring immediate attention to prevent further structural compromise.
Responded to service call for leaking 40-gallon Bradford White residential water heater located in basement utility space. Upon inspection, identified active leak requiring unit replacement. Disconnected existing water heater from copper supply lines, gas line, and exhaust flue system. Removed failed unit and installed new 40-gallon water heater with proper venting configuration. Connected hot and cold water copper piping with appropriate brass fittings, installed pressure relief valve with discharge pipe, and reconnected gas supply line to burner assembly. Tested all connections for leaks, verified proper gas combustion, and confirmed temperature and pressure relief valve operation. System restored to full working condition.
Replaced failed condenser capacitor with new dual-run capacitor on outdoor HVAC unit. Verified proper system operation using refrigerant manifold gauges, confirming appropriate pressures and temperatures across the system. Unit tested and operating within manufacturer specifications.
Responded to emergency call for leaking water heater in 110-year-old residential property. Upon arrival, inspected four-year-old Bradford White tanked water heater installed in basement utility area and confirmed active water leak from unit. Documented existing installation configuration including copper supply lines with brass fittings, white PVC venting system, and current electrical connections via metallic flex conduit to junction box. Assessed leak severity and determined replacement necessary due to tank failure. Photographed existing installation setup, mechanical room conditions, and surrounding plumbing infrastructure for documentation purposes prior to recommending next steps for water heater replacement.
Responded to no cooling complaint on older R-22 refrigerant system. Confirmed R-22 systems can still be serviced and repaired despite refrigerant phase-out, though refrigerant costs are significantly higher than modern alternatives. Advised homeowner of available options including repair with reclaimed R-22 or future system replacement with newer R-410A equipment when economically appropriate.
Conducted on-site evaluation for mini split air conditioning installation in residential property currently equipped with steam boiler heating system. Assessed two interior rooms with existing windows to determine optimal placement for indoor air handling units, taking into account wall construction, electrical access points, and aesthetic considerations. Documented room dimensions, window configurations, and existing HVAC infrastructure to develop comprehensive equipment sizing and installation proposal for ductless mini split system.
Performed nitrogen leak search on residential air conditioning system and confirmed presence of refrigerant leak in system. Diagnostic testing identified leak location requiring repair to restore proper system operation and refrigerant charge.
Completed comprehensive cooling maintenance on two Carrier systems (11 years and 16 years old). Replaced air filters for AC, furnace, and humidifier units. Performed full AC tune-up including refrigerant pressure and temperature diagnostics using manifold gauges, verified system operating parameters, and inspected condenser coil condition. All systems tested and operating within manufacturer specifications.
Responded to water leak call at century-old residential property. Inspected plumbing system throughout home, including basement mechanical room with exposed PVC drainage lines, water heater connections, and bathroom fixtures. Documented conditions with photographs showing plumbing infrastructure and potential leak sources in aging system.
Completed return trip to system requiring additional technician support. Performed refrigerant system diagnostics using digital manifold gauges, recording operating pressures and temperatures. Left side pressure reading 100.6 PSI, right side pressure 245.2 PSI, with superheat at 14°F and subcooling at 82°F indicated on equipment. Monitored system performance parameters during severe weather conditions including heavy thunderstorms with temperatures in low 80s and high humidity levels at 94%.
Conducted on-site assessment for mini-split installation in bedroom. Evaluated electrical panel capacity and confirmed adequate breaker availability for new system. Measured and marked proposed indoor unit location on wall above bed at 9-foot height to ensure optimal air distribution and coverage for the space.
Responded to emergency no cooling call on three-week-old system. Replaced defective printed circuit board and restored full cooling operation. Verified proper system temperatures and confirmed unit operating within manufacturer specifications upon completion.
Completed full HVAC system replacement including installation of new Bryant 97% high efficiency gas furnace with single stage heating and multi-speed ECM blower motor. Installed new Bryant air conditioning system with outdoor condenser unit, indoor evaporator coil, concrete condenser pad, and electrical disconnect box. Ran new metallic ductwork through ceiling joists to accommodate system airflow requirements. Mounted condenser unit on pad against exterior wall with proper electrical connections and conduit routing. Existing thermostat was retained and reconnected to new equipment. All components tested and verified operational upon completion.
Responded to no cooling complaint on 7-year-old Heil central air conditioning system. Upon arrival, performed diagnostic evaluation using refrigerant manifold and micron gauge to assess system pressures and refrigerant charge. Testing revealed improper refrigerant levels on R410A system. Verified condenser coil condition, which appeared clean with good airflow. Corrected refrigerant charge to manufacturer specifications, monitored system pressures and temperatures to confirm proper operation, and restored cooling functionality to the unit.
Responded to no hot water condition in 104-year-old home where Lochinvar tank-type water heater displayed "thermopile voltage low" error message. Diagnosed failed thermopile assembly preventing gas valve operation and burner ignition. Replaced thermopile, verified proper millivolt output, tested gas valve functionality, and restored hot water service to entire house.