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Colorado Mechanical Services & Repairs
4.8(
88
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Nothing but good things to say about Colorado Mechanical Services & Repairs. Great value for the money."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate95%
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A-Moonlight Heating & Air Conditioning
5.0(
51
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"It was such a pleasure working with Brent. We had a difficult, unique project that we had previously asked several people to do, and nobody was able. He was very willing to come and evaluate the problem with our vent hood fan on a steep roof. He also was extremely communicative about each step. He also finished the repair way earlier than expected. I cannot recommend him more highly."
Response time3 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Heart Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric
4.9(
79
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Heart is excellent. I’m a monthly member and highly recommend them. The service my HVAC and recently have done 2 plumbing repairs. Darryl is the plumber who has done 2 jobs. Super professional knowledgeable and clean. Thank you Heart."
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Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Behold Heating & Cooling Services
5.0(
36
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were helpful and it was so nice to deal with them! They also were really reasonable! I was very happy because I have had such bad luck in the past with customer service in the past!"
Boiler Repair/Replacement
Boiler Replacement and Repipe
Boiler Replacement and Repipe
Furnace, AC, Water Heater Replacement
Furnace Tune-up

+35

Response time6 hrs
Response rate87%
43 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Limelight Services LLC
4.8(
17
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Limelight provides top notch service. Very thorough and customer service oriented. We are super happy with the fixture installation and appreciate their professionalism! We highly recommend them!"
Safety first! Only hire companies that look out for the safety of their workforce!
We love seeing a new furnace installed, it means years of comfort and reliability to come!
LED tape inside and under cabinets
We own our excavation equipment, so we can be there for repairs, same day! There is no time to waste when the waste won't flow.
Check out this beautiful spring view from a customer's home in SW Boulder, CO. We will take care of everything you need inside and outside of your house, plumbing, HVAC, or electrical related!

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Response time1 day
24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Behold Heating & Cooling Services
4.9(
37
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality service and HVAC at a very affordable price! I couldn’t ask for more. I would highly recommend Behold for anyone needing HVAC repairs or replacement."
Mini Split Install
A nice, new, clean Boiler - restoring heat right in time for the evening!
Glad we were able to restore heat same day for this customer. Replaced Furnace and A/C for proper installation, air flow and 10 year warranty on FULL SYSTEM.
Glad we were able to restore heat same day. Full Boiler replacement, repipe and zone valves.
Mini Split Install

+67

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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning - Loveland
4.8(
165
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1978

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Best explanation of what needed to be done without central air, furnace, and hot water heater Gregory was very knowledgeable about the project and how it would occur, heâ s very knowledgeable and polite !"
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Tipping Hat Plumbing, Heating & Electric
4.4(
91
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Serving Boulder, CO and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Due 2 Virus, they had 2 reschedule with different crew from Wednesday to Saturday. Unfortunately, the installation crew hooked up safety device 2 Furnace, not new outside AC Condenser. Great AC 4 7 days, then no AC during July 4th weekend 90’s outside & 80’s inside. Due to National Holiday, Tipping Hat did not get back 2 us until Monday, but response from Offices were great & Technician fixed AC in 15 minutes Tuesday afternoon. Unless something else occurs, We would use them again."
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Boulder, CO

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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