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Avatar for Simply Home Service, LLC
Simply Home Service, LLC
5.0(
29
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sean was very prompt in responding to me request for service and did his absolute best to accommodate my schedule at my convenience. He was very flexible overall and helped get my AC repair ASAP after it was broken. This was especially helpful since it was getting warm outside! He was on time for all of our appointments and communicated what needed to be done/fixed clearly, so I wasn’t left with a huge bill that I wasn’t expecting. Expectations are very important and he seems to understand. I would highly recommend Sean and/or his team for any issues you might have for a cost effective and friendly solution. Thank you so much for your help Sean!"
Response time3 hrs
Response rate97%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
415
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"A very professional operation - from the appointment to the installation to the testing and deployment. Glenn is a jovial and knowledgeable gentleman who paid attention to detail and despite being on the business development side of the house, he wasn't trying to just sell me a bunch of stuff or tell me to buy a bigger system than I needed. The appointment system with an advance, en route text notification w/ GPS that includes photos of employees is a smart idea. Installation was smooth, despite a torrential rain storm. Crew consistently wore booties, face masks (due to COVID), went above and beyond to deal w/ unanticipated issues, and cleaned up nicely after themselves. House is almost cold now as the new system works so much better than our older one. Pricing was competitive with others (did my due diligence). Appreciate Presidential's friendly service and would recommend them."
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+6

35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.6(
879
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"JDL called within 30 min of placing my request and set up a visit. They evaluated my AC unit and agreed to repair, despite its age (more than 20 years old!). The cost was a fraction of a new unit. Their lead service tech, Isak, was great - knowledgeable, efficient and responsive to my questions. I was very impressed and will have them return for maintenance and service in the future."
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+118

Response time4 hrs
63 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bamford Plumbing and Heating Inc
5.0(
59
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Perfect! Doug is an expert Plumber that knows private water system. He removed the old equipment and installed the new. Everything is still working great. The work was done almost 13 years ago. We used all Top of the line Gould Equipment. I probably should call Doug to replace it again because breakdowns with the water system can leave you stranded."
Do you know if your sump is still working? We also have sump pumps avialable to protect you from power outages. That’s right no power no problem forget about the “battery back up” sump pumps if you have municipal water supply this is the way to go call today for details !
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Gas and Electric
Tree roots giving you problems with your drains? Have us come out today and try a Rootx root treatment !

+2

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
29
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I contacted Bluestar Air Mechanical for a second opinion after an appointment with Air One. I have a Carrier HVAC system, and the Air One technician recommended a complete system replacement, claiming the blower was bad, the furnace control board needed replacing, and that there were other issues. Since replacing the HVAC is a big investment, I wanted to get a second opinion. It was only after comparing the service from Bluestar that I realized Air One may have been pushing for a new system sale or lacked the expertise to properly diagnose and repair the actual problems. Isaac, the technician from Bluestar, spent about an hour thoroughly diagnosing and fixing the issues. He found burnt wiring in the furnace and discovered that the wrong capacitor had been incorrectly installed in the AC. Isaac replaced the burnt wiring in the furnace and the capacitor in the AC. After these repairs, my Carrier system was back up and running—without the need for a costly replacement. Bluestar, and Isaac in particular, demonstrated professionalism, expertise, and honesty. They focused on resolving the actual issues instead of pushing for an unnecessary system replacement. I highly recommend Bluestar for their reliable service and Isaac’s thorough and knowledgeable work."
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+13

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Edwin's Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
4.9(
28
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin was FANTASTIC!!! I found him on the HomeAdvisor app after my home warranty company failed to respond to my work order for a broken A/C unit after 3 days. I called him and he was able to provide a same-day appointment within a few hours! When he arrived, he was very knowledgeable, professional, punctual, efficient, and came prepared with all the right tools. I was very impressed with his service and look forward to him servicing my HVAC unit in a few weeks for general maintenance/preventative service. It has been so hot lately that we needed urgent service and Edwin saved the day! I would highly recommend him to others. Thanks so much again, Edwin!!!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.6(
109
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"IRE YUSUFF from JDL HVAC SERVICES LLC. was Extremely Professional. Serviced our furnace for the winter, checked everything from every wire to every part to air input/output etc... IRE answered every question and explained a part that needed replaced. He showed the old part and it's voltage that was deficient then the new part and the proper voltage for our unit. He was Extremely Professional and Knowledgeable. We even decided to have him/his company to return again in the Spring to service our air conditioning. We found them through HOME ADVISOR and within 10 minutes of me requesting a quote for maintenance/service JDL HVAC SERVICES, LLC was calling me on the phone. They set up service for the very next day which was a SUNDAY. I would totally recommend them to anyone in need of through/excellent service. THANK YOU!"
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18 SEER Infinity Heat Pump

+73

Response time5 hrs
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Pipeworks Plumbing, Heating, and Air
4.9(
580
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Great service at a fair price. The repair was replacement of several shut-off valves and a water pressure controller. Communication was far above average and I felt comfortable that Tony (their technician) understood the task. The completed project was "very professional" grade."
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+66

Response time2 hrs
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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TriState Home Services
4.7(
181
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our furnace finally bit the dust after 25 years of faithful service. I had TriState do several small repairs and maintenance on it over the years, and they always did a good job. So, when the last service rep told me it was finally beyond repair, we consulted with Comfort Specialist, Darren, who isn't just a salesman, but previously installed and repaired HVAC systems. He took lots of measurements, inspected the old unit and the runs to the outside and upstairs. He took his time making calculations and offered us several options on a new system. TriState uses Daikin furnaces, which are rated in the top 5 furnaces for dependability and efficiency. The price, I thought, compared to my two other neighbors, who also recently purchased new systems, was even lower than I thought it going to be. In fact, my neighbors paid more (by thousands) and have a smaller square footage footprint than my house. We've had the unit now for over a month, and so far, it's great. It is a one-zone system, yet the upstairs will only vary by one or two degrees. This is much better than the old unit. We're hoping this small variance in temperature will also apply when the AC is on in the summer. The installers were very professional, arrived on time and completed the work in a timely manner. I would definitely use TriState again, and will rely on them whenever I need service."
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+2

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.4(
98
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Serving Bethesda, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It went very well. They did a good job. The cost was over $400. I don't know whether or not that's too high or not. I seldom have plumbers in so I can't say the cost was high, although I was surprised it was $400, but that could be the going rate. He seemed very agreeable and very happy. I needed something and he was happy to get it. He was very knowledgeable and helpful in that regard. As for the quality of their service, so far so good. Everything went okay. It stopped leaking."
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Response time6 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Bethesda, MD

A condenser fan motor is a crucial part of your air conditioner that prevents the compressor from overheating. It pulls heat from your AC unit to cool the refrigerant moving through the condenser coils. This allows your system to blow cool air and keeps everything running smoothly.

The most common causes of AC fan motor failure include loss of lubricant in the system due to overheating and a rusted or leaking run capacitor. Poor lubrication can also cause failure in the belt drive, which may impact the AC fan motor. Weather and electrical components can also affect your AC. For example, a storm could send water into your motor windings and damage the internal components.

Air conditioner fan motors last about 12 years on average, though they can last longer if maintained well. This includes keeping them clean and cooled as needed with annual air conditioner checkups. Routine maintenance is essential to catch AC fan issues early. An HVAC inspection can cost between $70 and $500, while AC cleaning services may range from $100 to $400.

A broken AC fan motor may need replacement because this part usually can’t be repaired. Several things indicate it’s time to replace your AC fan motor, including buzzing noises, a constantly running fan, unusually high energy bills, or an aging system. If you notice these signs, call an HVAC pro for help before the faulty motor starts to strain other parts of the AC system.

There are clear warning signs of a bad AC fan motor, including unusual interruptions in the fan operation. The motor might be malfunctioning if you hear weird noises like grinding or rattling or if the fan continues to spin when the unit is off. These indicators compromise your AC’s cooling performance and increase your energy costs. Addressing these issues immediately by contacting a trusted HVAC professional prevents further damage and safeguards your HVAC's efficiency.

Replacing your AC fan motor takes a professional one to four hours. The technician will start by assessing your system and safely removing the damaged motor. If a new part needs to be ordered, it might take a few days. Once the part is available, your pro will install it properly and make sure your system is running smoothly.

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