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ARS / Rescue Rooter Myrtle Beach
4.5(
189
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The service repair person (Carl Barnes) was knowledgable, helpful, skilled and courteous. He answered the many questions I had about the service he was performing."
System Installation
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Quality Air & Insulation
4.8(
136
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Quality Air repaired my AC unit and had me up and running quickly. They don’t hit you with a diagnostic fee and they we’re available for same day service. Highly recommended."
Duct cleaning machine
RUUD Commercial Unit
RUUD Commercial Unit
RUUD Commercial Unit
RUUD Residential Package Unit

+14

Response time8 hrs
Response rate95%
254 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Harold's AC Repair
4.9(
24
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Value should be a 6 or 7. Harold is a Pro who knows his stuff! The company that installed my new heat pump must have better things to do than correct problems after the sale. Harold was a breath of fresh air for this service. this is twice with the same issue. Harold diagnosed the system, serviced it, and installed a new thermostat for the final fix. AND AT AN UNBELIEVABLE PRICE! Harold IS MY GO TO GUY FROM NOW ON."
Response time6 hrs
Response rate89%
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Swift Services Heating, Cooling & Electric
4.6(
68
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Brian was here on a yearly maintenance check up. He was efficient, courteous, explained everything he had checked and recommended only one small item to consider but wasn’t an emergency issue. I have a lot of confidence in Brian’s work, hope he is the tech that always comes for service"
36 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by61%of homeowners
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Air Time of South Carolina LLC
4.7(
115
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"They were very accomadatiing friendly and did everything possible to accomadate me. Thank you for the great service."
New mini split
new mini split
Installs completed
Installs completed
Installs completed

+25

Response time10 mins
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Ocean Air Cooling, LLC
4.9(
23
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Aaron is awesome. He took the time to explain issues with my HVAC system. So nice to find someone I can trust to fix any other HVAC issues I have in the future. Plus, I signed up for the yearly maintenance plan since one of the units is in bad shape."
Old system replacement
Old system replacement
Fire in Outside Unit
Repaired Unit
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Palmetto Cool Heating & Air Services, LLC
5.0(
10
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The workers informed me that they were on their way, they checked the equipment out and began explaining to me what was happening with my furnace and the thermostat , they took good care off my equipment and they went and purchased the part in needed and they kept me informed. They were very pleasant with great personalities . I will definitely hire them again.. I asked for their business cards to give others that need their air conditioner repair they walked me through everything. Great guys. Thanks"
Response time9 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Bakers Residential Experts
4.5(
15
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The service was very good. They were experts. I would hire them again in the future or if needed."
Split Heat Pump
Response time11 hrs
40 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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WORKHORSE HEATING & AIR INC.
5.0(
10
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Serving Myrtle Beach, SC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Amazing work! Affordable pricing! Great attitude and timeliness! Imagine that for a Vet!!! Thank you for your service and your amazing work ethic that followed you back to the civilian life! 99 Stars if they would allow it!!!"
coil cleaning
Mini Split install
Zoned System Install
Water heater install
Water heater install

+3

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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Myrtle Beach, SC

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.

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