Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1977
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Arctic Air Conditioning provided excellent service."
+6
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2007
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"First Alfano Mechanical Inc. came to my home, said they would do the job and called the office told them to get me on the schedule ASAP. Gave me a price per hour. Well he never called back to this day. Would not recommend them to no one. Job was to HARD for them. Also I had my AC on my worry free with PSEG and they made me take it off because they would not work on my unit in the tight spot that it was installed in my attic 11 years ago. SO WITH THAT BEING SAID: Celestial Air HVAC called when I first contacted Home Advisor and after not hearing back from Alfano(which I would not have hired because they didn t live up to anything he said while here), I called Celestial(and so glad I did) and they came the next day, said it was a hard job and a mess but nothing they couldn t handle. Anthony and Gus came the next day worked their butts off and I have my central air conditioning working right after 11 years. Great price and did over and above what was told to me in the beginning. I would recommend them to everyone and give them a 5 *****. We are very Happy People now. 👍👍😊😊"
+10
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Reliable, great customer service, and honest. Highly recommend them for all your heating and air conditioning needs. Alfredo came in and diagnose my furnace. He’s very knowledgeable and solved my furnace issue the same day. Went above and beyond to ensure the heat works like I informed the entire process while I was at work."
+11
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2013
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Sheldon was prompt arriving within an hour of my call and fixing the air conditioning quickly. He explained all steps of the fix and even showed me where to replace the A/C filters!"
+26
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2017
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"They were honest and efficient and know a lot of information about the problem with my central air conditioning repair. I would 100% recommend them and surely use them again in the future."
+107
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2019
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Great job under very difficult roofing conditions. Would recommend him for any future work."
+22
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Now I feel safe turning on the unit after the ducts and the sealing was done and cleaning my air condition and my dryer and bath room filter and my condenser outside and putting a new cover for the vent outside of my dryer. After seeing the pictures it was worth the price."
+369
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Moe and his crew were very knowledgeable and did great work. I will recommend Reem Air to anyone I know who is looking for Heating and Air Conditioning."
+4
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
Emergency services offered
Warranties offered
"Jay offered excellent air conditioning repair service - fast, reliable and respectful. Would use again and highly recommend."
+12
Serving Harrison, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1994
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I highly recommend engaging Raynor Services for your heating/air conditioning needs. Our technician, Matt, was very friendly, courteous and efficiently diagnosed and planned the remediation of our heating problem. He took the time to point out what was wrong and provided some extra measures we could take, should we decide to, in the future. No sales pitch, no pressure to add additional costs. Extremely satisfied with Raynor’s friendly service, quick response (less than 1.5 hrs from my call) and low costs to return our heating system back in working order. We will continue to call on Raynor Sevices for all of our heating & ac needs."
+6
Most professional HVAC technicians require two to three hours to complete an expansion valve replacement. The timeframe depends on your unit's accessibility and whether additional repairs are needed. The process involves recovering refrigerant, removing the old valve, installing the new component, and recharging the system. Scheduling during less busy seasons may result in more convenient appointment times.
Operating your air conditioner with a malfunctioning expansion valve isn't advisable. Continuing to run the system could potentially damage other components, particularly your compressor, which is significantly more expensive to replace. If you notice performance issues like inconsistent cooling or unusual noises, it's best to have your system inspected before continuing regular use.
Expansion valves don't have a standard replacement schedule, as their longevity depends on system usage, maintenance frequency, and environmental factors. Regular professional maintenance helps identify potential valve issues before they cause system failure. Having your HVAC system serviced annually allows technicians to monitor component condition and recommend preventative replacements when necessary.
Refrigerant leaks require prompt professional attention. If your expansion valve is leaking, you'll likely notice reduced cooling performance and possibly hear hissing sounds near the unit. Addressing leaks quickly prevents further system inefficiency and avoids the environmental impact of released refrigerant. Your HVAC technician will need to repair the leak and recharge the system with the proper refrigerant type and amount.
Because many AC issues present similar symptoms, professional diagnosis is recommended. Problems like inadequate cooling, inconsistent temperatures, or strange noises could indicate expansion valve issues, but might also stem from refrigerant leaks, electrical problems, or airflow restrictions. A qualified HVAC technician has the tools and expertise to accurately identify the root cause and recommend appropriate repairs.
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