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Avatar for Dawson Mechanical Contracting
Dawson Mechanical Contracting
4.8(
123
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was good. Howevet the fumes and dust from the removal of the old steel line traveled up to the upper floors of the house. It's better for a family with children, or the elderly, or the sick not be home if you can arrange it. I had no idea it would be so disturbing. But then the provider could have mentioned it."
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+20

Response time5 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Ray's HVAC
4.8(
195
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rays HVAC tech came in and evaluated the problem with the A/C (early Sept. 2020). The coil was freezing up and dripping water. Another company wanted to replace the coil for over $3,000. Rays said it just needed free-on. Topped it off for $200 and the system ran fine after the service. would highly recommend it. Used Rays HVAC for a heating issue March 2021. Ray was quickly reachable, great communication, came the next afternoon. Great job on the repair and for a very good price."
New heating system with steam humidifier
Expert equipment rigging
Packaged Trane high efficiency equipment
Emergency replacements
Piping

+1

Response time6 hrs
Response rate88%
113 neighbors recently requested a quote
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V.I.P. HVAC
4.7(
79
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"they are nice and honest people. they will tell you step by step what is the real cause of the problem and they will evaluated it to find a great solution to fixed the problem. in my case it was a sabotage made by previous oil company that automatically delivered my oil. they found out that there is water on my tank that needs to be taken out. I called a company that is an expert to do that job and after that I contacted VIP HVAC who do the amazing job that fix the problem in my furnace. I consider them a GOD send individual because they really make a miracle on my furnace. They are not after the money that they will get from you.they are sincere to rendered service that you will be most benefit as a customer. I salute and highly recommend VIP HVAC to other people to call for service they need . GOD bless HECTOR AND ANTON."
Old furnace and evaporator coil
TIGHT SPACE
Connecting the furnace & return duct together.
Finished job. Furnace & Coil
Furnace and Coil

+107

Response time4 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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AC & Heat by Kyle
4.9(
110
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2019

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I recently hired Kyle to service my central air conditioner. What a find!!!! I will absolutely hire him again. He is bright, personable and explains every step of his process. You can tell he is passionate about HVAC, and enjoys his work. He was able to quickly evaluate my system and get it back up and running. My system is old and really needs to be replace but Kyle was able to keep in running for another year... Highly recommend this company"
Canister
Steam Humidifier
Maintenance FOR ALL!!!
Maintenance FOR ALL!!!
Maintenance FOR ALL!!!

+22

Response time7 hrs
Response rate86%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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AAA HVAC, LLC
4.8(
165
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

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."
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%
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Green Ductors
4.7(
320
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Excellent experience from start to finish. The booking person was prompt and knowledgeable. The service guys were professional and highly competent. They cleaned a very dirty, long and twisty duct expertly and thoroughly, as well as the interior ducts in the dryer. They suggested a replacement of a section of ducting that was crushed and in bad repair, they didnâ t push the point but suggested it for next time, but I asked them to do it then, which they did and the extra charge was very reasonable."
Dmytro Malymonenko NADCA certificate
Dirty Cooling Coils and Blower Motor
Bad cough, no fresh air
Air Duct after 8 years
Coils Cleaning

+369

Response time1 day
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Challenger Heating & Air Condition Corporation
4.8(
411
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Serving Hillside, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This was the fourth time I used Challenger, and I will use them again! I've had AC repair, gas lines replaced, and water lines reversed. As a landlord, it's comforting to know that I can call anytime and get prompt, courteous service - from Martha, who answers the call, to the technicians to the owner of the company. They do high quality work at reasonable prices. I highly recommend this company for all your HVAC and plumbing needs."
Furnace & water tank
Furnace & water tank
Coil Replacement
Coil Replacement
Boiler replacements

+11

Response time3 hrs
45 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Hillside, 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 Hillside, NJ 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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