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Avatar for Overall Heating and Cooling, LLC
Overall Heating and Cooling, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sam and AJ are the best! Submitted a request on Angi yesterday afternoon, received an immediate call back saying they could be here within 2 hours to diagnose an issue with our central A/C air handler in our attic. AJ was here promptly, and immediately went to work systematically checking through each part of the system. Side note - it must have been 115 degrees in the attic while he was working, didn't seem to bother him at all! Within 2 hours, he had identified a failed motor, sourced the parts, and gotten me a very reasonable quote for replacement. Parts arrived the next day, when he and Sam came out to install, got the whole system back up and running normally, and cleaned up. They did the job for the price they quoted, in the time they quoted it, without trying to sell me an entire new A/C system.... can't tell you how much that's appreciated. First time customer, but will definitely be using them for our boiler service as well. Fantastic service. Could not be happier I found them."
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+17

Response time1 hour
Response rate94%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
123
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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
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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AAA HVAC, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Pro: Arrived on day of service request to assess problem. Arrived on first available day after need part came in. Cons: Heater pilot light was turned off during repair and not restarted. I noted and fixed that a few days later."
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+12

Response time2 hrs
Response rate88%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Petro Home Services
4.4(
98
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"<p>we had a leak problem and the tech came and looked over our equipment, fixed the problem and left. It cost us nothing and we have had their home heating service contracts for over 20 years.  They have NEVER ONCE not shown up or not helped and in the two furnace emergencies we had--they were here with in 1hr.  </p> <p>We are very happy.</p> <br />"
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Response time6 days
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Speer Air
4.7(
151
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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."
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Commercial Multi Unit Install
Guardian Series
Response time2 days
Response rate85%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Pipe Works Services, Inc.
4.2(
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My old central air system died after 21 years. I got several quotes. My quote from Pipe Works was not the cheapest, nor the most expensive either. But the quality of the service was impeccable! Perry Mandarakas is one of their engineers/sales people. He measured everything about my old system and then explained in detail how he was designing the new system why he did it that way. He went over what would stay, what would be replaced and why. It all made sense. And in designing my system, he made a couple of tweaks to the design which got me a higher efficiency rating and qualified me not only for a rebate from the electric company, but a $600 credit on my taxes next spring! Installation was fast and perfect. Very responsive customer service and quality technicians. I highly recommend them."
Lennox AC Replacement
NTI Boiler Upgrade/Replacement and Repipe
Lennox Furnace, pure air and steam humidifier
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Lennox AC Replacement

+22

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Service Professionals
4.8(
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Serving Chester, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1980

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Service Professionals was built on a simple idea: homeowners deserve dependable, professional service they can trust.\n\n\nOur founder learned the trade hands-on, working alongside his father and later becoming a licensed plumber. That experience shaped how we operate today—show up prepared, communicate clearly, and do the job right the first time.\n\nProfessionalism is non-negotiable. Our technicians arrive in uniform, drive clean and fully stocked trucks, and treat every home with care and respect. If something isn’t right, we fix it. No shortcuts. No runaround.\n\n\nWith over 30 years of experience, Service Professionals provides Plumbing, Heating & Cooling, and Electrical services across New Jersey. Our thumbs-up logo stands for honest work, clear expectations, and solutions that last.\n\nFrom urgent repairs to long-term system care, homeowners choose us because we show up, follow through, and stand behind our work—every visit, every time.

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+10

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
66 neighbors recently requested a quote
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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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