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Heil Plumbing & Hvac
4.9(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1975

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We are so grateful for your service, prompt and reliable. The entire crew who came out to work on our sewer line repair was so kind and extremely knowledgeable. When I had a follow up question, they came right back out to check the work, and went above and beyond to make sure my concerns were handled. I highly recommend your company. From our very first emergency call to the completion of the job, to the grass that is already growing to cover the big dig! Thank you for making a very difficult situation as calm and easy as possible. Jenn & Dave Peter, Columbia MD."
Response time9 hrs
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.6(
879
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The JDL agent, Leron, was very courteous, professional and helpful. I felt confident that the repairs and maintenance work that he performed on my central air conditioner was correct and it has been working beautifully ever since. I will definitely use JDL HVAC Services, LLC again."
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Response time4 hrs
62 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 Ellicott City, 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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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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Tim Kyle Electric Heating & Cooling
4.9(
346
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Outstanding service!! Highly recommend. Very thorough! It was a difficult job to determine why the lights in my home were not working properly, but he methodically and patiently determined the multiple problems and repaired everything . So grateful and thankful for the same day service. Wouldn't hesitate to use again."
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+17

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
23 neighbors recently requested a quote
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At Your Service Heating & Cooling, LLC
4.7(
148
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Their technician Jason Lord was a true professional. Not only was he proficient and highly skilled at his craft but was a true professional with his customer service skills. It is very rare to have both qualities of mechanical skills and customer service expertise. I would recommend this company to anyone that needs HVAC repair."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate95%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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VICTORY HVAC LLC
5.0(
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Victory HVAC is very professional, trustworthy company, I highly recommend! I appreciate the quick scheduling and willingness to work on my existing multi-family property at a reasonable fee. Thanks again!!"
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air handler set up

+23

8 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Buric Heating and Air Conditioning
5.0(
14
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The process was easy and the service top notch from the estimate with the sales rep to scheduling and the install. Ill recommend them to anyone who needs heating and air services."
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24 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by64%of homeowners
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TriState Home Services
4.7(
181
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replaced air conditioning unit. Super nice brought us portable a/c units until installation was completed. Very professional and easy to deal with."
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Floor Heating System
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Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.9(
273
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Serving Ellicott City, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1970

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I’m back again to write another stellar review for GAC. Last year they replaced our HVAC system; this year we circled back and had them install a home generator. This was a long and drawn out process due to the various approvals needed from Montgomery County as well as coordination with Washington Gas (which ended up not just being a simple sign off but necessitating an additional, expensive upgrade to the gas line from the street to our home). Nevertheless, GAC did a fantastic job shepherding this process over the 6+ months of waiting on stakeholders, and they were also maximally accommodating to our family’s significant constraints on time and availability (due to health concerns related to a medically fragile family member). A special kudos to Sandy M, GAC’s master electrician, who took it on personally to ensure we were taken care of all throughout this process, going above and beyond with phone calls, text messages, personal visits, etc. on behalf of my family, I want to thank GAC and am giving top marks across the board for this effort which was complex , lengthy, and ultimately successful."
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66 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Ellicott City, 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.

The Ellicott City, MD homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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