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Avatar for Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.7(
4,793
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terrific experience. Scheduling was easy. My technician, Guy, gave me a call ahead of time, hit the time he said he'd be here and was courteous and efficient. I ran a large mechanical contracting business for years so understand this business. Guy ran through his checks on what is a fairly complex home system. He pointed out problems that were minor, major, or had the potential to be major. We discussed options and timing. Since our system is old, it will be difficult to repair some of the parts and pieces while others would be fairly standard. We may want to look at a new system this summer to avoid a major problem during a future heating season. I will definitely be talking to Sila."
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+6

Response time2 days
61 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by89%of homeowners
Avatar for Precision Plumbing & HVAC, LLC
Precision Plumbing & HVAC, LLC
5.0(
23
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Had a central air system installed on 8/2/21 by Marcin and his 2 associates. Great job, good people to deal with. I recommend this company. Lauri Pekkala"
Response time2 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Druziako HVAC Inc
4.8(
140
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I would highly recommend Druziako HVAC Co. to anyone needing repairs and or replacement for Heating and cooling service. We lost our furnace Heating in the middle of the cold snap, these guys came out and immediately found the replacement system we needed and promptly replaced the next business day. Job completed, who does that..? The owner even called us during the night and offered to bring us a temp heat source if we needed it. Fortunately we did not. We can't say enough about the service. I would use them again and plan to for future cleaning and service. Nick ( the Owner i guess) and his guys did a great and professional job. Thank You Nick...!"
Aprilaire Dehumidifier
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Aprilaire Humidifier

+3

Response time12 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Platinum Plumbing Heating and Drain Cleaning
Platinum Plumbing Heating and Drain Cleaning
4.9(
92
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went perfectly.  The second you call this man, he comes.  He will call you right back or come over.  I had bought a lot of fixtures.  He told me I had overspent and they were not great.  I returned them all and he gave me a discount.  He is not a creepy person to have in the house either."
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Response time12 hrs
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Chambers Heating & A.C. Service
4.8(
45
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Chambers and spoke with Kevin. He came out to my house the same day and diagnose my central air system as low on refrigerant. My system is twenty years old and has never been serviced. Kevin check out the system and based on the service history recommended that I recharge the system and monitor it over the summer. Kevin was honest with me and he wasn’t looking for the big pay day. I believe this is what every home owner wants when they hire a professional. Thanks Kevin!"
93% High Efficiency Gas Furnace with AC
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Gas Fired tankless water heater

+6

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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NETR Inc
4.8(
72
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My Central AC unit went out; the box outside smelled like something had fried. I called NETR, and they said they would send a technican over in a week. The technician came on time and promptly inspected the unit. He reported that the capacitor had blown, and told me that he had a spare back in his van. The labor was covered by the diagnostic site visit fee, it was just the parts cost. I told him to proceed and he replaced it. My AC was back up and running within the hour."
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
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+9

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Emerald HVAC LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"We very much appreciate George and his colleague Jose. Great communication and service. They went the extra mile to make sure we were getting the best value for our money. And solved our problem with precision and expertise. It took a little longer to receive our product in the mail but that was not their fault. Our a/c is working wonderfully now!! Do not hesitate to contact them. Although the company site is located in Leominster, technicians available in our area, Malden, and hopefully yours!! Thanks ago George and Jose! Stay cool :-)"
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
38 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Unique Indoor Comfort Heating & Cooling
4.7(
45
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1967

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I've used this company for a few years, beginning with an issue I had where I needed some emergency assistance with an a/c system leaking water into the house. They fixed the issue and it cost far less than I thought it would. I've also used them for a couple heating repairs, annual furnace cleaning and a/c maintenance. I am about to hire them again since the a/c system is dying and it will need replacement since it's more than 20 years old. I would highly recommend Unique Indoor Comfort to anyone in need of a good HVAC/Heating company."
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+6

Response time1 day
7 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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Heritage Home Service
4.5(
956
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Serving Salem, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1988

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I asked for a rep to come to give quotes for repair or replacement of my gas boiler. Before he came the old boiler failed, and Heritage was able to quickly install a new one so that we without heat and hot water for only a short time."
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+27

Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Salem, MA

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 Salem, MA 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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