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Avatar for McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of PA
McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of PA
4.8(
286
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Serving Middletown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My AC was blowing but not cold. Had McCrea stickers on my unit. Looked up in local phone book and called. Had an appointment 2 days later. Tech (Mario Cieza) called in the specified timeframe, 30 min before arrival. Tech was polite and direct to troubleshooting. I had AC issues 3 years ago and it was a bad compressor capacitor. Mario after troubleshooting diagnosed that the same capacitor was bad. He replaced the capacitor, checked and topped off the coolant, and cleaned the blower exterior. The quoted repair price was reasonable ($237). I was happy with the service response, professionalism and price."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.8(
279
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Serving Middletown, 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 by93%of homeowners
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Wenbrooke Services
4.7(
100
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Serving Middletown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Their technician, Billy, showed up on the same day, within hours of requesting the service and explained in detail the issues and what was needed and what could be done in the future."
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Response time11 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Holtzople Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
Holtzople Heating, Air Conditioning, & Electrical Services
4.9(
180
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Serving Middletown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Corey serviced our HVAC system. He checked for leaks and recharged our system. It is working much better now. The service was efficient and he explained our options clearly."
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Response time12 hrs
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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SPECS Heating & Cooling
4.8(
16
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Serving Middletown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Superb service as the technician was personable, efficient and knowledgeable. He ordered the part, drove to pick it out and returned to complete the replacement and cleaning. I was thoroughly impressed and appreciative. "
Response time5 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
Avatar for Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical MD
Michael Bonsby HVAC, Plumbing & Electrical MD
4.5(
114
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Serving Middletown, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I decided to cancel the repair because of cost. They made a repair that will last for a year or two and I will pay the price when this unit dies. A repair was $1,200 and a replacement was $4,300. Just too much."
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46 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Middletown, 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 Middletown, MD homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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