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Avatar for Bob Jenson Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
Bob Jenson Air Conditioning And Heating Inc
4.9(
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Serving Rancho-bernardo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Service was very competently and thoroughly performed by Tom. He was a wealth of information and was able to answer all of my questions. Bob Jensen Heating and AC have been providing maintenance, service, and repairs for our units for many years, and I have always found them to be very competent and exceptionally pleasant/helpful to work with. I would highly recommend their Comfort Club Maintenance Plan. It is a good way to ensure regular annual maintenance for your furnace and air conditioner and a very cost effective way to get help and repair service when needed."
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+47

Response time1 day
48 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Personal Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
4.5(
354
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Serving Rancho-bernardo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Friendly customer service and professionalism. Two guys serviced the unit and check each room in the house, as well as the inside returns and filters. They made recommendations regarding vent settings and leaving room doors open to improve return airflow."
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+12

Response time1 day
Response rate96%
22 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Same Day Heating, Cooling, Plumbing
4.4(
31
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Serving Rancho-bernardo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very long. 3+ hours. Suppose to be routine servicing. Turned out to be just diagnostic. Long list of things to repair. Had another company review and a lot less repairs recommended. I felt like it was a come on to make sales."
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+7

Response time1 day
39 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for JMS West HVAC
JMS West HVAC
4.6(
193
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Serving Rancho-bernardo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent, prompt service. Needed A/C repaired during 90+ degree heat wave, was able to have technician out in the morning of the same day I called. Great value for the services provided. A/C repaired. Very nice technician. Would highly recommend."
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+2

Response time12 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
Avatar for Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical
Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical
5.0(
15
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Serving Rancho-bernardo, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"ALL ISSUES RELATED TO THE ELECTRICAL BREAKER PANEL AND AC UNIT Excellent Troubleshooting, Work and Repair. Excellent Information on What to Check for if Issues Start to Occur, Excellent Information on What Fixes That can be Done to Prevent Future Issues, Excellent Customer Service Communication."
2 x Complete Variable Speed systems
2 x Complete Variable Speed systems
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+125

Response time1 day
Response rate98%
80 neighbors recently requested a quote
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Rancho-bernardo, 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 Rancho-bernardo, CA homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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