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TMC Heating & Cooling

4.98(
31
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TMC Heating & Cooling

4.98(
31
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

TMC Heating and Cooling is a local Modesto company built on trust, respect, and real value. We know homeowners want honest answers, clear communication, and work that holds up over time. That is how we operate. We take our time to explain what is going on with your system and give you options that make sense, not pressure. Our installs and repairs follow high standards because your comfort and safety matter. We show up when we say we will, we keep your home clean, and we stand behind our work long after the job is done. If you want a team that treats you like a person and not a quick sale, we are here for you.

"These guys are great! Super friendly and informative. They really put me at ease and were actually fun to talk to lol I won't go anywhere else and I recommend you don't go anywhere else as well. These guys are pros and it shows in their work! If I could give six stars, I would."

Christopher T on April 2025

TMC Heating and Cooling is a local Modesto company built on trust, respect, and real value. We know homeowners want honest answers, clear communication, and work that holds up over time. That is how we operate. We take our time to explain what is going on with your system and give you options that make sense, not pressure. Our installs and repairs follow high standards because your comfort and safety matter. We show up when we say we will, we keep your home clean, and we stand behind our work long after the job is done. If you want a team that treats you like a person and not a quick sale, we are here for you.

"These guys are great! Super friendly and informative. They really put me at ease and were actually fun to talk to lol I won't go anywhere else and I recommend you don't go anywhere else as well. These guys are pros and it shows in their work! If I could give six stars, I would."

Christopher T on April 2025


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Bell Brothers Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

4.50(
353
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Bell Brothers Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning

4.50(
353
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
35 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

“Bell Brothers Plumbing Heating and Air was founding in 1991 in Elk Grove, CA by brothers Kenny & Jerry Bell. After almost 30 years in the business, Bell Brothers has expanded to not only specialize in heating and air services, but windows installation, plumbing, sewer, duct work replacement and insulation. With more than $5,000,000 in Home Energy Upgrade rebates earned for their customers, Bell Brothers has established themselves a leader in California’s Home Energy Upgrade Program for utility companies SMUD and PG&E. Today there are over 160 trucks on the road and over 200 employees daily serving the greater Sacramento area and parts of seven surrounding counties. It comes to no surprise that Bell Brothers delivers 365 Days of Satisfaction to all their customers by providing the highest install standards, the best trained technicians and year-round service. Bell Brothers guarantees that you’ll love your service or your money back, that’s what makes them the “No Surprise Guys!”

"Excellent service by Scott. He was knowledgeable, professional, and thorough. Thank you Scott, this is our hottest day and you are appreciated!"

Mary G on July 2025

“Bell Brothers Plumbing Heating and Air was founding in 1991 in Elk Grove, CA by brothers Kenny & Jerry Bell. After almost 30 years in the business, Bell Brothers has expanded to not only specialize in heating and air services, but windows installation, plumbing, sewer, duct work replacement and insulation. With more than $5,000,000 in Home Energy Upgrade rebates earned for their customers, Bell Brothers has established themselves a leader in California’s Home Energy Upgrade Program for utility companies SMUD and PG&E. Today there are over 160 trucks on the road and over 200 employees daily serving the greater Sacramento area and parts of seven surrounding counties. It comes to no surprise that Bell Brothers delivers 365 Days of Satisfaction to all their customers by providing the highest install standards, the best trained technicians and year-round service. Bell Brothers guarantees that you’ll love your service or your money back, that’s what makes them the “No Surprise Guys!”

"Excellent service by Scott. He was knowledgeable, professional, and thorough. Thank you Scott, this is our hottest day and you are appreciated!"

Mary G on July 2025


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Guerrero's Heating & Air Conditioning

4.72(
58
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Guerrero's Heating & Air Conditioning

4.72(
58
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
15 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With over 25 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We are locally owned and understand the importance of building a lifelong relationship with our clients. We look forward to working with you on your next project.

"Always reliable and professional"

YUSUF A on June 2025

With over 25 years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We are locally owned and understand the importance of building a lifelong relationship with our clients. We look forward to working with you on your next project.

"Always reliable and professional"

YUSUF A on June 2025


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Elite Heating and Air LLC

5.00(
15
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Elite Heating and Air LLC

5.00(
15
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Approved Pro
10 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Elite Heating and Air LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Here at Elite we stand behind quality workmanship,Please feel free to contact us today! Ask about our Daikin Inverter systems they come backed with a 12 year unit replacement warranty when installed by a Daikin comfort pro!

"Elite HVAC was a great company to work with the owner is very passionate about his trade he provided us with different options for our system replacement that we did not even know existed we ended up with a Daikin product with a 12 year replacement warranty we absolutely love it we recommended the to our neighbors and they are on his schedule for replacement for next week I?m comfortable knowing their experience will be just as good as ours !"

Stephanie L on February 2026

Elite Heating and Air LLC is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals have years of hands-on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Here at Elite we stand behind quality workmanship,Please feel free to contact us today! Ask about our Daikin Inverter systems they come backed with a 12 year unit replacement warranty when installed by a Daikin comfort pro!

"Elite HVAC was a great company to work with the owner is very passionate about his trade he provided us with different options for our system replacement that we did not even know existed we ended up with a Daikin product with a 12 year replacement warranty we absolutely love it we recommended the to our neighbors and they are on his schedule for replacement for next week I?m comfortable knowing their experience will be just as good as ours !"

Stephanie L on February 2026


CA Heating and Air Conditioning

5.00(
9
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CA Heating and Air Conditioning

5.00(
9
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
2 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

With 25 years of experience C.A Heating and Air Conditioning is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Usvaldo Valencia "

Usvaldo V on August 2025

With 25 years of experience C.A Heating and Air Conditioning is a leader in providing our customers with the highest quality service in an honest, efficient, and professional way. Our pledge is to create successful relationships with our customers, employees and community by building trust, treating every project with the utmost integrity and exceeding expectations. We look forward to working with you!

"Usvaldo Valencia "

Usvaldo V on August 2025


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Comfort Experts INC

4.53(
16
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Comfort Experts INC

4.53(
16
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
11 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Was a little expensive but did a good job diagnosing and repairing my AC. "

Art A on August 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"Was a little expensive but did a good job diagnosing and repairing my AC. "

Art A on August 2025


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Loves Air

4.86(
7
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Loves Air

4.86(
7
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
19 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

History Establish 2009. Loves Air has become the premier Heating, Air Condition company in the Central Valley. With the hard work and dedication from our team of expert HVAC technicians, our professional customer service team, our amazing managers and our visionary leadership from our owners, we have climbed to the top where we can proudly say we're the #1 HVAC company in Central California. Our attention to detail and commitment to our values have helped us grow. We Loves servicing customers every day and continuing to grow into the industry standard for all things HVAC. Welcome to Loves Air! Heating, Air Conditioning, Solar, Windows & Water Heater Installation, A/C Repair, Air Duct Installation, Air Duct Repair, Ductless A/C Services, Electric Furnace Installation, Electric Furnace Repair, Flame Sensor Repair, Gas Furnace Installation, Gas Furnace Repair, Heater Installation, Heater Repair.

"Great customer service!"

Gwen F on December 2018

History Establish 2009. Loves Air has become the premier Heating, Air Condition company in the Central Valley. With the hard work and dedication from our team of expert HVAC technicians, our professional customer service team, our amazing managers and our visionary leadership from our owners, we have climbed to the top where we can proudly say we're the #1 HVAC company in Central California. Our attention to detail and commitment to our values have helped us grow. We Loves servicing customers every day and continuing to grow into the industry standard for all things HVAC. Welcome to Loves Air! Heating, Air Conditioning, Solar, Windows & Water Heater Installation, A/C Repair, Air Duct Installation, Air Duct Repair, Ductless A/C Services, Electric Furnace Installation, Electric Furnace Repair, Flame Sensor Repair, Gas Furnace Installation, Gas Furnace Repair, Heater Installation, Heater Repair.

"Great customer service!"

Gwen F on December 2018


LITT HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro

LITT HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

5.00(
11
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
6 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I had such a great experience with LITT Heating and Air. He was extremely professional from start to finish and did an amazing job fixing my AC unit. He explained everything clearly, worked efficiently, and made sure everything was running perfectly before he left. I highly recommend him for anyone needing reliable and top-quality service. "

Kaelynn N on November 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"I had such a great experience with LITT Heating and Air. He was extremely professional from start to finish and did an amazing job fixing my AC unit. He explained everything clearly, worked efficiently, and made sure everything was running perfectly before he left. I highly recommend him for anyone needing reliable and top-quality service. "

Kaelynn N on November 2025


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AireServ of Pleasanton

4.67(
3
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AireServ of Pleasanton

4.67(
3
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Approved Pro
34 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

AireServ of Pleasanton is a locally/owner run and operated company. We service all of East Bay Area. We are 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. AireServ has been around for over 20-years with over 250 locations.

AireServ of Pleasanton is a locally/owner run and operated company. We service all of East Bay Area. We are 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. AireServ has been around for over 20-years with over 250 locations.


TEGA INC

5.00(
2
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TEGA INC

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

TEGA INC 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. Please give us a call today!

"He did a great job replacing my AC. "

Gee S on June 2025

TEGA INC 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. Please give us a call today!

"He did a great job replacing my AC. "

Gee S on June 2025

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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Salida, 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.

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