Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
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Emergency services offered
"We chose repair of a very old air conditioning unit due to the cost of a new unit. It is working now but we have no guarantee of for how long. Global responded quickly and repaired the unit within hours."
+9
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
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Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2022
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Emergency services offered
"Very professional in both sales of the right product AND flawless and timely installation. You can stop your searching for vendors...stop sns start with Air Sharks."
+22
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2000
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Credit card accepted
"Javier at Quality Comfort was a strong communicator and pro-active repair technician. He responded quickly, handled the problem efficiently, and followed up directly afterwards with a reasonable invoice. I was lucky to find this company. I will definitely work with them on other projects. Thanks again!"
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2025
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Emergency services offered
*****669-669-2435*****We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business.
+2
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
In business since 1981
Free estimates
Warranties offered
"Responsive service; on time; reasonable arrival window (meaning I didn't have to wait around for 4 hours!). Super nice technicians. Good solutions that make sense to the average homeowner. No up selling to things you really don't need. They just assess the problem and fix it. Right on time in the agreed upon window. Because I called early morning, they actually had a same day service appointment !!! This company has always delivered for me on my rental property and my personal property !! I like the reasonable price on 'small jobs' meaning less than $500. Some plumbing companies won't take small jobserved like that. The service fee to diagnose is extremely reasonable. And once they are there, you should just OK the work and be done with your plumbing problem !!"
+73
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2003
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Emergency services offered
"I discovered a problem with my upstairs air conditioning unit after business hours on a Friday night. At that time I completed and submitted a request for service on Home Advisor on line. Comfort a Energy contacted me via telephone early the following Saturday morning. We scheduled an appointment for them to come out and diagnose my issue. Their repairman showed up promptly and diagnosed the issue and provided a cost for repair. I had them repair my air conditioner and I’m happy with the result."
+27
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
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In business since 2015
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"My job was cleaning of Air Ducts and dryer vent which is not on the drop down list provided. I spoke with several companies to see about quotes and scheduling. a clean out for my dryer vent before I had a new dryer installed. Silicon Valley Air Experts called me right away, listened to the job and provided a transparent initial assessment and cost estimate. While talking to them I also learned about cleaning all the air ducts, which I hadn't done in some time. They showed up on time, completed all of the work efficiently and cleaned up afterward. I plan to use them again in the future. It was a wonderful experience."
+4
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2011
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Emergency services offered
"Mr. Juan Galvan, HVAC Technician explained APCO Air Purifier functions and furnace cleaning process. He was thorough, professional and very efficient."
+14
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2009
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Josh helped set up my AC unit . He is very professional and very detail-oriented with his installations. I will definitely call him up again when I need some home repairs/installations done. Very happy with his work!"
+136
Serving Millbrae, CA and surrounding areas
Approved (Corporate)
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 1953
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"I needed to have techs come back to fix 2 issues after the install, one was a loose wire connection going to the fan asm. and the other was a rain / water leak from the roof hood covering the air input / exit. In both cases, the techs found and fix the issues in a timely manner and their troubleshooting was spot on¦. The install did take time but it was impressive to watch them remove a 40 years old unit and install a new one.¦"
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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