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Avatar for Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
4.7(
416
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1982

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The work was performed professionally and promptly. We have had no problems with the unit since its installation, and we continue to use Presidential for our maintenance service, and are very satisfied."
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+6

35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of VA
4.7(
342
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician (Dennis) was very knowledgeable and professional. 2 zone service performed and took time to answer all my questions. I plan to continue to use McCrea for all my heating and air conditioning services/repairs/replacements."
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22 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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JDL HVAC & Plumbing Services
4.6(
879
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We received speedy and exceptional service. Service person Leron was professional, honest and knowledgeable. He was able to diagnose and repair the problem. Thank you! We highly recommend this company."
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+118

Response time4 hrs
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Bamford Plumbing and Heating Inc
5.0(
59
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"We have used Doug 2 other times before, and had nothing but great experiences with him. When our pipe froze, he immediately came out to assist. And when I say immediately, I mean 11:30 PM.  We had hoped to see him in the next day or so, but he came that evening. We were more than appreciative.  The job required him to come back the next morning to complete, and he was here less than 10 hours later. We were without water for less than a day thanks to Doug.  I cant begin to tell you how professional he is, he took the time to explain why this occurred, what would prevent it in the future, and what to expect going forward.  With Doug, everything is above board, and there are no hidden costs. <br />"
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+2

6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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Hecomo
5.0(
11
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Outstanding service. Edmond was very honest and completed the job flawlessly. I picked Hocomo to replace the whole unit with a new one."
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+8

Response time7 hrs
12 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Edwin's Air Conditioning & Heating, LLC
4.9(
28
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Edwin was FANTASTIC!!! I found him on the HomeAdvisor app after my home warranty company failed to respond to my work order for a broken A/C unit after 3 days. I called him and he was able to provide a same-day appointment within a few hours! When he arrived, he was very knowledgeable, professional, punctual, efficient, and came prepared with all the right tools. I was very impressed with his service and look forward to him servicing my HVAC unit in a few weeks for general maintenance/preventative service. It has been so hot lately that we needed urgent service and Edwin saved the day! I would highly recommend him to others. Thanks so much again, Edwin!!!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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BlueStar Air Mechanical Inc.
4.9(
29
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very satisfied with responsiveness, punctuality and professionalism! Danny was able to squeeze us into Blue Star's full schedule at a time that worked for us and called before the visit for clarification about the problem, and after the visit about how things went. John called before arrival to let us know about exact timing, and was very thorough in investigating the problem and then explaining the situation. After consultation, he was able to repair our system. John also discussed what to look out for in case there are problems in the future. We have had our AC unit serviced regularly by other companies, but we will never use those other companies again. Blue Star is superior in every way! Cannot recommend highly enough. Thank you, Danny and John!!"
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+13

Response time6 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by79%of homeowners
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TriState Home Services
4.7(
181
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Serving Rockville, MD and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1949

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our furnace finally bit the dust after 25 years of faithful service. I had TriState do several small repairs and maintenance on it over the years, and they always did a good job. So, when the last service rep told me it was finally beyond repair, we consulted with Comfort Specialist, Darren, who isn't just a salesman, but previously installed and repaired HVAC systems. He took lots of measurements, inspected the old unit and the runs to the outside and upstairs. He took his time making calculations and offered us several options on a new system. TriState uses Daikin furnaces, which are rated in the top 5 furnaces for dependability and efficiency. The price, I thought, compared to my two other neighbors, who also recently purchased new systems, was even lower than I thought it going to be. In fact, my neighbors paid more (by thousands) and have a smaller square footage footprint than my house. We've had the unit now for over a month, and so far, it's great. It is a one-zone system, yet the upstairs will only vary by one or two degrees. This is much better than the old unit. We're hoping this small variance in temperature will also apply when the AC is on in the summer. The installers were very professional, arrived on time and completed the work in a timely manner. I would definitely use TriState again, and will rely on them whenever I need service."
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+2

Response time1 day
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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GAC Services
4.9(
273
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Serving Rockville, 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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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Rockville, 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 Rockville, MD homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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