
Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent service,knowledgeable,fast,reasonable price, I highly recommend to anyone that needs HVAC services."





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Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2002
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Excellent service,knowledgeable,fast,reasonable price, I highly recommend to anyone that needs HVAC services."





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Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2012
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I am so happy I chose company Extra Air to replace our air conditioning unit. Art was incredibly professional and trustworthy. Art and his team were all very hard workers and did not stop until the job was done which was greatly appreciated since it was so hot outside. Art and his team made sure to take all precautionary measures to make sure they didnâ t make a mess and made sure to clean up after themselves; they were all very respectful and considerate of us and our home. The new unit is working great and we are really enjoying the cool air. Art truly went above and beyond, and I am so grateful. I will 100% chose Art for any air conditioning work in the future and highly recommend him to anyone in the area who is looking for an honest, knowledgeable, and professional company."





Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1958
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I have used Speer Air for several years for HVAC preventive maintenance at my home. We recently expanded and they installed a package unit to take care of the expansion space. The work was good and they have been back for adjustments as necessary."




Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1972
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"The Service Technician Eric, performed all service in a professional manner and kept me informed as he checked the three systems. All systems are in excellent condition thanks to Alpine."





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Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Staff is very friendly and helpful and well-trained professionals. They serviced my appliances and solved my issues on the same day whereas other service companies would not. Liv Air is the best HVAC service provider and I highly recommend their services."





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Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My central A/C return in the attic had a clog and Challenger, which is the best Heating and Air Conditioning Corporation in the Universe, came over a day early and so fast and fixed the clog in the A/C return right away. I love this company. My wife, Debra Jean keeps saying she's a Challenger girl for life and she means it. And the costs are so reasonable and I can't thank you enough for coming over a day early to literally save our lives. If you are in the area where Challenger works, look no further, call them. They are wonderful beyond belief."





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Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2016
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Premier HVAC Services gave us a premium service. Love their workmanship."





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Serving New Brunswick, 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."





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Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1968
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Angie’s list has Valairco listed as #1 in my area for home HVAC and my 30 year old York R-22 central ac has been leaking for a while. I had Valairco give me a quote to replace the air handler, and the outside compressor, condenser unit with a new unit that uses the new R410a Freon. The estimate seemed a bit high but I was surprised that I wasn’t offered any refund for whatever R-22 they reclaimed from my old system. I started entertaining other quotes when I received an e-mail from Valairco. I responded and explained my disappointment for not being offered something for the reclaimed R-22. I got a phone call shortly after that and was told if I could have it installed the following Friday they would reduce the price by $250.00. I agreed to have them install it. The day prior to installation a plumbing supply truck arrives in front of my home. The driver unloads all the parts for the job in the pouring down rain. I thought it was odd not to alert me since some items would not be helped by a good soaking. I put those inside. It turned out that the plumbing supply delivered a day earlier than instructed. The installers arrived on 7:00 am on Friday. They started disassembling the old system. Two more men from Valairco arrived. It was decided that it was easiest to remove the attic ladder to make room to lift the new air handler into place. As soon as it was up the two additional guys left and for the next 9 1/2 hours the two installers worked in the attic and outdoors to finish the installation. Overall I am pleased with the competence of the installers. I am also pleased with how well they cleaned everything up after they were finished. The new raceway looks better and the thermostat has Automatic Changeover and Adaptive Intelligent Recovery which are nice features. They also do the first year preventative maintenance at no additional cost. The price was exactly what they had quoted. No taxes or hidden costs were added. I was not pleased with a few things. Valairco is poor at communicating. I was told that it would be a two day install at time of quote but they completed it in one marathon day. The installers changed the orientation of the air handler to make it easier to service. It isn’t an issue but it would have been nice to be asked. What if I wanted it that way for storage? My attic ladder was reinstalled with 5 bolts when it is drilled for 6. Maybe one was missing before they started or maybe they lost one. Either way they left it with 5 and did not tell me. The installers relocated the hole where the lines exit the attic through the soffit and patched the unused area with a piece of galvanized steel because they didn’t have any white aluminum on their truck. Not only did it look bad but when you screw unlike metals together you start a corrosive process. I’ was not looking forward to seeing rust stains running down the side of my house. The attic routing of the copper and electric lines are hanging in midair and looks sloppy and amateur. Only one clamp holds it to a joist and it only has one screw. The rest of it hangs 6” below the joists for no reason and creates an unnecessary obstacle. Valairco did not know that I was displeased right away. After reading my initial review here, Richard Valenti, Valairco founder, personally calls me. I did not realize that they normally do their follow up a month after completion, in order to give the customer time to use the unit under a number of weather conditions. He sent Kevin back with the installers to make me happy. They fixed the soffit with a new piece of aluminum. They put anew bolt in the attic ladder. They put a strap hanger on the lines. Kevin offered to come back after cooling season to replace the lines if I am still not happy with them. I asked him if he would have done the installation the way his installers did and if he found the installation satisfactory. Kevin did not answer. It was obvious they returned to satisfy me whether my expectations were valid or not. I am pleased that they returned and I can say that customer satisfaction is important to them."





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Serving New Brunswick, NJ and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1969
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I was very happy with my service call today! The repairman, Scott, was knowledgeable and pleasant and wore a mask and gloves throughout., so I felt safe, despite the pandemic. He serviced both of my central air systems and diagnosed the problem with the malfunctioning one and fixed it. By the time he left my house was already a much more pleasant place to be!"





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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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