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Avatar for McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of VA
McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of VA
4.6(
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician (Dennis) was very knowledgeable and professional. 2 zone service performed and took time to answer all my questions. I plan to continue to use McCrea for all my heating and air conditioning services/repairs/replacements."
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19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Relax HVAC, Inc.
5.0(
32
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I was very impressed with this company.  I have worked with "others" for the last 9 years, and found Relax Air to be much more cost effective, with much more KINDNESS, care, concern and follow up.  Everything was handled expeditiously and with professionalism and they were very willing to work with me on price and budget.  All these things certainly set them apart - and they truly care about their work and the satisfaction of their customers.

In addition to the replacement of the downstairs system, I have had ongoing years and years of problems with my upstairs unit with it neither cooling or heating effectively.  It has been looked at and "worked on" many times. NO ONE in the past had identified that the duct work was failing and needed resealed in many places, nor the fact that the attic fan was not only not working but was entirely disconnected.  These things were fixed for me on a separate visit - and my upstairs is now so cold in summer that I had to add blankets!  Love it!

I am a very discerning (some might say picky) customer - and for me to tell you that I have the utmost respect for these folks and would always use them again, and again.....truly means something.  I don't throw around idle praise - but can't say enough good things here."
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+12

Response time1 day
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Fauquier Mechanical, LLC
Fauquier Mechanical, LLC
4.9(
38
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Thank you Fauquier Mechanical (Derek Goff and staff) for the excellent work done installing our new central air conditioning system. We highly recommend this company. Their knowledge, thoroughness, punctuality and overall professionalism gave us peace of mind. The quote they gave was the price we paid-no hidden costs- no high pressure sales. We highly recommend this company."
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+7

Response time10 mins
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Dominion Service Heat and Air
4.1(
183
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had been told by a repairman from a company I had a service contract with that my furnace badly needed a cleaning and was quoted a price of $600 for the job as well as an additional $400 to remove a nonworking humidifier. These quotes seemed exorbitant and so I got some estimates, all much lower, and chose Dominion on the basis of reviews. Terrone said my furnace did not need a cleaning, passing up an opportunity to charge me for something I thought I needed, and repaired my humidifier for less than the cost the other company had quoted for merely removing it. He showed me what he was doing, explained how my heating system worked, and charged me a fair price for the job. I would certainly call Dominion again for any HVAC needs."
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+7

Response time3 hrs
42 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
32
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Danny treated me like an old friend with helpful and timely service. It was refreshing. He inspected the unit, found a failed capacitor caused by an add-on Michael and Sons installed last inspection. Danny replaced the failed part, removed the add-on, and I was back in business in less than 30 minutes. I have a new HVAC provider!"
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+13

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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Petro Home Services
4.3(
103
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1903

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I was always called a "valued" customer by their people. No wonder, I finally got around to shopping for oil and found a local reputable heating oil supplier and service for slightly over $1 less per gallon! Service was fine but given what I now have I was paying far more for EQUAL service. This is a large conglomerate of bought up oil companies. Not even local to me."
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Response time6 days
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Modern Mechanical
4.4(
47
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I have been a customer for a very long time and this scheduled maintenance and dryer vent cleaning was done by Cesar. I have to say he is one very thorough technician and I was very pleased with his inspection and vent cleaning. His service was so different than some of the ones I've had before. I even had one inspector tell me he didn't need to check in my attic which houses one of our two units. Let me tell you about Cesar, he even cleaned up behind my dryer for me. This is something that is rare in customer service. I have my HVAC seasonally maintenanced and never had a inspector be as thorough as him. The pictures he took and explained to me and the one problem he found that no other inspector had found in all this time. I tried to spare him from the attic heat for the repair and have him return on another day in the morning but he didn't mind going back in there to fix the problem for us although it was in the dead heat of the day. I just hope the company sees this review and knows what a good technician they have in Cesar."
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10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
Avatar for F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating AC & Electrical
F.H. Furr Plumbing Heating AC & Electrical
4.6(
2,388
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Serving Gainesville, VA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1981

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Michael Bowley was my technician. He was very professional, personable, knowledgeable, and responsive to my questions. The repair was quick and thorough. I’ve always been very satisfied with the service I’ve received from FH Furr technicians and will definitely call upon them again in the future."
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+3

Response time8 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Gainesville, VA

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 Gainesville, VA homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.

  • Detail of a HVAC system outside a brick house

    The cost of replacing an AC unit fan motor depends on warranties, labor, season, and more. This cost guide covers everything you need to know about this HVAC part.

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    Budget for AC coil cleaning costs based on factors such as cleaning frequency, coil type, cleaning method, accessibility, ongoing maintenance, and more.

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