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Avatar for Golden Aire Heating & Air Conditioning
Golden Aire Heating & Air Conditioning
4.9(
59
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Rick is a gem: knowledgeable, efficient with a great sense of humor. We had an appointment reminder call the day before and Rick arrived within the 3 hour window. He recommended I have the air con part of the system cleaned and serviced next spring."
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Huft Home Services
4.8(
452
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We are very pleased with our service. Our technician, Jose, was very professional, knowledgeable, and friendly. My husband was very happy with the fact that he thoroughly explained everything he was doing."
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+19

Response time5 hrs
Response rate87%
17 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Spoor's Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
23
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We had a nightmare story with another HVAC company. So when we talked with Spoors to set up service, we were very happy with their customer service and the technician was very professional and had a great attitude. WE WILL USE SPOOR'S AGAIN FOR SURE."
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Precision Air Co.
5.0(
5
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Precision Air Co. is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade, combined with ability, is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

iComfort S30 Thermostat
Unit installed in attic
Mid-installation
New flex ducting
Ready for line-set

+15

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Beutler Air Conditioning & Plumbing
Beutler Air Conditioning & Plumbing
5.0(
3
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1956

Offers commercial services

Beutler Air Conditioning and Plumbing is a premier provider of heating, air conditioning and plumbing services to residential, new construction and commercial customers in the Greater Sacramento area. Part of the ARS/Rescue Rooter Network, Beutler proudly serves both residential and light commercial customers through a knowledgeable team of trained specialists who undergo background checks and drug screening. Available 7 days a week, Beutler Air Conditioning and Plumbing offers products that are energy-efficient, environmentally aware and support new Green technology.\n

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368 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Thermotech Solutions, Inc.
5.0(
2
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I called ThermoTech Solutions and they sent out a technician within 24 hours. I was pleasantly surprised that the technician was the same gentleman I talked to over the phone so I did not have to retell what was wrong with my system. Jason my technician who is also the owner was great. He tested my system, knew exactly what was needed, and had it repaired the very same day. He did not try to sell me on upgrading my unit or a bunch of repairs I did not need. The service was fast, very reasonably priced, and I have had no issues since. Will definitely be having ThermoTech Solutions come out for all my HVAC needs in the future!"
Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service, very fast response to my request for service, picked up laptop, diagnosed issues. Initially thought it was an OS update issue but the hard drive had failed along with other components (including 'CPU). Because other components were involved, a new solid state hard drive was put into a laptop with a working processor - same type CPU as in the failed unit. The laptop was repaired and returned in less than a week. This company picked up and dropped off the laptop (driving from Huntsville, AL (about 60-70 minutes)-- great service in this covid environment. I would recommend this company to my family./friends and will use again."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Service Champions Heating & Air Conditioning
4.6(
688
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Serving Placerville, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our Service Tech, Alex Peck, arrived on time to perform the annual check up & tune-up of our HVAC System. He was very professional and following the Tune-Up asked if there was any other items that needed done or looked into that he could take care of. His services were very much appreciated and very professional. Lee"
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Response time9 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Placerville, CA

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 Placerville, CA 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.

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    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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