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Avatar for Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, & Electrical
4.8(
254
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Replaced fan motor, thoroughly cleaned and serviced the furnace unit. Prompt & efficient, made good recommendations, and set me up with a reasonably-priced annual cleaning & maintenance plan for both the furnace and the central air unit. Overall very pleased, and will continue to do business with Sila in the future."
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Carrier Installation
Williamson Installation
Carrier System
Carrier Installation

+6

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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East Coast Comfort Inc
4.9(
561
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I found East Coast Comfort for my son’s house when he had heater problems and they fixed his issue quickly and seemed very honest and knowledgeable so then I used them for my house for various smaller jobs and they were always impressive and responsive so when I went to replace my HVAC - I got a quote from them (Ed) which was very reasonable. Lisa remained communicative throughout the entire process. Tony and his team were true professionals. They arrived on time, explained the work to be performed as well as the steps they were taking along the way. They removed the old HVAC system and installed the new one being very careful throughout the entire process. The whole team was friendly and efficient. Ed is also great as he has been to my house for various problems over the years and always does an awesome job. We are extremely satisfied and would highly recommend East Coast Comfort for simple repairs or a full system installation or anything in between!"
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Response time2 days
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Done Right Today, Inc.
Done Right Today, Inc.
4.9(
532
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"Great service and customer communication timely service. Staff was polite and knowledgeable reviewed service plan and pricing. Repair man was able to communicate plan and cost and reason for repair Promptly completed work and clean up Worked within Covid restrictions and made recommendations for prevention of future mishaps. 4 year guarantee provided and that was better than other plumbing services offered. Very satisfied with work and would recommend to friends and family. Price was fair job was completed withinn 24 hours of call."
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Response time1 day
Response rate93%
134 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Unique Indoor Comfort
Unique Indoor Comfort
4.7(
611
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1966

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Unique Indoor Comfort’s technician, George, provided a fine tune up service to my residence's heating system which was well overdue for maintenance. He was able to pinpoint the issues I was having obtaining heat and, in the process, providing a more important service. This by detecting a significant potential health risk to the system when operating at capacity with elevated levels of carbon monoxide readings present in the combustion test and the necessity of having a chimney/fireplace sweep and cleaning conducted. The service call was money well spent. Would definitely use this company again for any additional issues"
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14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Avatar for MECHANICAL MISSION USA, LLC
MECHANICAL MISSION USA, LLC
4.6(
156
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2017

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We have been having challenges on one of our Freezer units. Jeff from MM provided a lot of useful information on the phone even prior to coming on site to help understand our options. The repair visit was scheduled promptly, followed up with a confirmation text prior to the visit and the technician arrived on time as planed. Wile our unit ultimately could not be repaired the diagnoses and recommendations as to how to proceed were done professionally and with the customer in mind. We have many compressors on our property will definitely use MM to service and maintain all of them going forward."
Heat Pump
AC Repair
AC Unit
Water Heater
AC Unit

+26

Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Premier HVAC Services
Premier HVAC Services
4.4(
202
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Victor recently replaced my home AC unit. I have been using his services for many years. I have found his prices to be reasonable and the quality of his work superb. He does the work, not an apprentice or a new grad that you get with many other places. He has also always been quick to respond to emergencies, never longer than the next day."
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+38

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by84%of homeowners
Avatar for James and Family Renovations
James and Family Renovations
4.8(
46
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I think he is on the expensive side but very nice, respectful, and overall great customer service. I don't think he is the best plumber, but he might be more reliable than most."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
Generation 3 Electric & HVAC
4.7(
734
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My central air unit was blowing hot air. It would not go below 81 degrees. Thank goodness for Travis and McKayla. The showed up promptly for an emergency appointment. They were curious and knowledgeable. They explained to me all the steps towards getting my central air unit working again. Within a couple of hours they replaced the part needed and the a/c was back !!!!! Thanks guys you are awesome."
Lighting Installation
Electrical Service and Installation
Wiring and Home Protection Devices
Roof Top Solar system
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+14

Response time1 day
163 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
Avatar for Whitestone Heating and Cooling
Whitestone Heating and Cooling
5.0(
26
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Serving Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! The units were installed accurately and correctly! My house has been very cool and comfortable. The Whitestone staff was courteous and professional. The work was reasonably priced and I am a very satisfied customer! Job Well Done!! Special thanks to the owner Mr. West. If you are looking for an HVAC repair or replacement, I strongly recommend Whitestone! Hire them, you will be glad you did!!"
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Response time6 hrs
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Philadelphia, PA

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 Philadelphia, PA homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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