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Avatar for Star City HVAC, LLC
Star City HVAC, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2022

Credit card accepted

Customers say: Quick response

"Star City HVAC is a small owned business . I was very impressed with how polite and honest he was. His prices are very affordable compared to big companies. I will be using Star City for all my HVAC repairs."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
Avatar for Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
Wisler Plumbing, Heating, Cooling, & Electric
4.7(
255
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent! We recently moved into a 40 year old house. There was a lot of gunk built up in the kitchen drain & it was clogged. The Wisler service man, Bobbie, worked really hard to get it cleaned out. We have always been very happy with the service we receive from Wisler Plumbing, & today was no exception!"
Response time2 days
49 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
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New River Heating & Air Inc
4.4(
36
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1986

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

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I noticed in our mail thing that we are due for service on our system to keep our warranty up; to do so we are actually going to do a maintenance contract with them  it is about $96 yearly, but they come out and do inspections and everything. The owner is the one who came out and gave us a quote. We had them replace another system which was nor working correctly so the first the thing they did was send someone to inspect the old system to see what were the problems. They fixed it on the spot for free and did not even charge us to come out. They were very nice, courteous and stayed in contact with us the entire time. They were very nice, professional and they got the job done in an efficient manner. They did not charge us an insane amount of money for it. We had a name brand system. It was a well worth investment to have it done right.

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Response time1 day
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Computer did the "gotta send info to Microsoft" but when tried to reboot it ran through automatic repair without success. I did all the alternative without any success. He came and picked up the hard drive on Tuesday and returned it on Saturday. Fortunately he was able to "restore" without any data loss. Very happy with outcome."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Johnston Cooling and Heating, LLC
4.5(
365
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Vendor responded within an hour of submitting request for service (on a Sunday) and set up appointment for service on Monday. Technician called Monday to ask if okay to come earlier. Completed diagnostics, repaired HVAC and had it back up and running by 2 PM. Unit has been working great."
Voila!!
Response time10 hrs
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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Triangle Reconstruction
4.5(
529
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are pleased to recommend Triangle Reconstruction with our highest praise. It seems too simple to say that they do what they said they’d do, but that’s exactly what happened. Our home is around 50 years old. Ours was a large job - around a month and $30,000. We had Triangle Reconstruction come in after another moisture company provided mold remediation and a humidifier. I wish we’d contacted TR to start with. We provided TR with a structural engineering report. They created a plan to exactly meet all of engineer’s concerns. TR used temporary supports and replaced seal plates, girders, and joists for over half of our home. In addition, they poured footers and built new columns. They also added a few additional girders to firm up our floors. They removed and replaced our insulation. They sealed our porch and crawl space, replaced our vapor barrier, and installed a moisture meter. They wrapped our electrical cords and hung them. The people at TR are remarkable. A+++++"
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Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Ostrom Electrical Plumbing Heating & Air
4.6(
96
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"There was some confusion initially in setting up service, as the person I spoke with on the phone had her days mixed up. She apologized, as did another person in a follow-up call, so that was appreciated--mistakes do happen. Ostrom sent out two men who diagnosed and repaired the issue we were having with our sump pump. The price was high, and there was no breakdown of that price, so we couldn't really figure out why it was so high. But we had a hard time finding a plumber who actually services our area and they did fix the problem fairly quickly, so all in all we were pleased and would likely call Ostrom if we have any future plumbing issues."
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+6

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
Tilley's Heating & Cooling Services
4.6(
16
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"It went very well from the moment I called Tilley's to the moment the technician left. The technician arrived at the house a few hours after I called.  Two other companies would not have been able to look at the unit for several days (one of them a week later). 
Very professional and knew what he was doing.  I will definitely use Tilley's again in the future.
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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B & B Services
4.5(
16
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Serving Salem, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Chris told me exactly how it would go and that it would take about 4 hours. Well he and his co-worker finished in about 2-1/2 hours, cleaned-up and hauled all boxes and old equipment off. Very professional, knowledgeable in a lot of different areas, and punctual (shows-up on-time or calls to explain why he can't be there i.e. weather). I would definitely hire this service(s) again."
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Recommended by92%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Salem, VA

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, VA 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.

  • Detail of a HVAC system outside a brick house

    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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    Budget for AC coil cleaning costs based on factors such as cleaning frequency, coil type, cleaning method, accessibility, ongoing maintenance, and more.

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    Need an AC Recharge? Here’s how much it costs, what factors affect cost, and what to expect.

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