Your Local HVAC Contractor
Comfort Done the Neighborly Way
A family-owned company serving Hood River, The Dalles, and the Columbia River Gorge — with honesty, care, and no commission pressure.
Your Local Hood River HVAC Contractor
Comfort Done the Neighborly Way
A family-owned company serving Hood River, The Dalles, and the Columbia River Gorge — with honesty, care, and no commission pressure.
Family Owned Since 1996
No Pressure Advice
Up-Front Flat Rate Pricing
“We started with a truck and a promise. Thirty years later, that promise hasn’t changed.”
– Terry McDowell, Founder
Our Story
Taking Care of Our Neighbors Since 1996
McDowell & Son started in 1996 when Terry McDowell decided that Hood River deserved an HVAC company that actually told the truth. No commissions, no upsells — just honest work at fair prices.
Terry runs field operations and sales — he’s the one who shows up, looks you in the eye, and gives you a straight answer. Melissa handles operations and keeps everything behind the scenes running smoothly.
We’re a small, tight-knit team. We live here. Our kids go to school here. When we work on your home, we’re working on our neighborhood.
Keep Your Home Comfortable Year Round Our Services
COOLING
HEATING
INDOOR AIR QUALITY
The People Behind the Work Meet Our Team
Small team, big hearts. Every one of us lives and works in the same community we serve.

Service With a Smile See Why Homeowners Across Hood River Trust McDowell & Son






