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Avatar for Overall Heating and Cooling, LLC
Overall Heating and Cooling, LLC
4.7(
201
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I hired them for fan motor replacement. Nice people, great work. They are good at what they're doing. Fast response. Due to covid, I tried to limit ppl come to our house just for quotation. So I took pictures amd sent to three companies, Sam can quickly identity what model I used, other companies insisted I provide the model number or come to our house for free quote. To be fair, eventually another company also able to do the job, but I already agreed to Sam just 2 mins before he called me. And Sam sent his crew within 2 hours ! Amazing service! Highly recommend."
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+17

Response time1 hour
Response rate94%
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
134
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Wonderful. Dave kindly walked me through the reset process on the phone and did not need to come out to service the water heater. I will be calling him in the future for any needed repairs."
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+20

Response time5 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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AAA HVAC, LLC
4.7(
189
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had my 20 year old HVAC replaced entirely by AAA. I am writing this review after a few months to ensure I get full use of both the air conditioner and central heat. Everything is working in great condition. The workmanship and professionalism from quoting to install and servicing is excellent. They only recommended a replacement after they tried their best to initially repair. The work ethic is awesome as they went out of their way to do the job right. It was not an easy install and moving old parts out and bringing new parts in was done professionally. The team worked through the heat, took care of all details appropriately, and completed the entire job in a day with good quality. Hard working team and reliable delivery and high work ethics. Also did several follow ups after the work is done to ensure satistfaction."
New installation of mini split units
Rooftop unit
Jay our Technician
Raheem Condensing units
Our trucks at the job site

+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They were really good. They trustworthy, dependable provides excellent service, punctual, on time and considerate. I recommend them highly. Their prices were fair and they were quick."
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Response time6 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Speer Air
4.6(
165
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Serving Chester, 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."
Residential Attic Install
Commercial Multi Unit Install
Guardian Series
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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ABCastello's Heating and Cooling
4.6(
101
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have relied on ABCastello to service our furnace for several years. Recently our CO detector went off, and they arrived in a very timely manner to evaluate the issue. As seniors, heat is a top winter necessary. They were able to make the necessary repair the same day! Not only did they provide excellent service, but they are polite and leave the area clean. What more can you ask for. It is a real pleasure to know our furnace is always in such good hands. Needless to say, we would highly recommend them. Thank you, Desmond and Rob!"
Air conditioning installation
A/C compressor replacement
410A charging system
Oil-Gas conversion
Propane-Gas conversion

+24

Response time11 hrs
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Ryan & Company
4.4(
68
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I feel confident in Ryan and Sons’ knowledge and expertise in caring for my 250-year-old house. They have serviced my water softener, hot water heat, furnace, as well as performed other services that come up in an old house. Their communication is excellent, sending emails and calling so I know when to expect them. With a service plan on my water system, I get a discount on other services , too - you can’t beat that! Highly recommend!"
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Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for K Cooling and Heating Co.
K Cooling and Heating Co.
4.7(
15
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1965

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 60 years of experience in the HVAC industry, we are the experts you need to take care of your home or business. We handle everything from repairs, to replacements. We will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give K Cooling and Heating Co., a call today, we look forward to working with you!

A/C condensing unit
Hot water gas boilers
95% gas fired warm air furnace
Aprilaire humidifier
Commercial rooftop unit

+7

Response time30 mins
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Chester, NJ

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.

The Chester, NJ homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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