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Stonegate Mechanical

1378 Oriole Place
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Stonegate Mechanical

1378 Oriole Place
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4 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!

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!


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R & A Mechanical Inc

1105 Naranca Ave
5.00(
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R & A Mechanical Inc

1105 Naranca Ave
5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
5 years of experience

R & A Mechanical Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our 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. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Very professional and friendly."

Emmanuel M on August 2021

R & A Mechanical Inc is a locally owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. With over 10 years of experience, we pride ourselves on our 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. Please feel free to contact us today!

"Very professional and friendly."

Emmanuel M on August 2021


Peace & Comfort Heating and Air

14145 Caminito Quevedo Rd
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Peace & Comfort Heating and Air

14145 Caminito Quevedo Rd
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Approved Pro
4 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!

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!


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Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air

4990 Viewridge Ave Suite 100
4.72(
140
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Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air

4990 Viewridge Ave Suite 100
4.72(
140
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
20 local quotes requested

Point Loma Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air is now your one stop spot for cooling and heating as well. From installations to service/repair, big or small, we can help with any of your HVAC needs. Since opening our doors in 1988 we have built our business on providing customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair, upfront, price. Our customers can count on our service techs to be timely, tidy and when the job is completed that they will be 100% satisfied with the work. We offer financing with approved credit so be sure to ask us about no interest or low fixed rate plans. We are family owned and operated and have been serving the greater San Diego area for over 25 years. We look forward to serving you!

"I had the pleasure of meeting with Nick M. Very professional, respectful of my home and provided me with information that was easy to understand. Nick also assisted me in plumbing as well and got a great quote for my hot water heater. Scheduling is next. Thank you Angi."

Loyce F on April 2025

Point Loma Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air is now your one stop spot for cooling and heating as well. From installations to service/repair, big or small, we can help with any of your HVAC needs. Since opening our doors in 1988 we have built our business on providing customers with the highest quality products and service at a fair, upfront, price. Our customers can count on our service techs to be timely, tidy and when the job is completed that they will be 100% satisfied with the work. We offer financing with approved credit so be sure to ask us about no interest or low fixed rate plans. We are family owned and operated and have been serving the greater San Diego area for over 25 years. We look forward to serving you!

"I had the pleasure of meeting with Nick M. Very professional, respectful of my home and provided me with information that was easy to understand. Nick also assisted me in plumbing as well and got a great quote for my hot water heater. Scheduling is next. Thank you Angi."

Loyce F on April 2025


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Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air

4990 Viewridge Ave Suite 100
4.46(
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Point Loma Electric Plumbing Heating & Air

4990 Viewridge Ave Suite 100
4.46(
117
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
138 local quotes requested
37 years of experience

Don't let plumbing problems disrupt your day - call Point Loma Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air for fast, professional plumbing services you can count on. Whether it's a dripping faucet, a clogged toilet, or a complete sewer line issue, our licensed plumbers are ready to tackle the job with precision and care. From minor leaks to major plumbing repairs, we handle it all - leaky pipes, slow drains, broken faucets, water line damage, and more. We specialize in tankless water heater installations, giving homeowners endless hot water with greater efficiency. If you're dealing with persistent drain clogs or backups, our team uses advanced camera inspections to pinpoint the issue and provide targeted solutions. We also offer trenchless sewer repair to keep your home's plumbing flowing smoothly. Looking to improve your home's water quality? Ask about our whole-home water purification systems for cleaner, better-tasting water from every tap. Our service trucks are in your neighborhood!

"They did great"

LUKE S on April 2024

Don't let plumbing problems disrupt your day - call Point Loma Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air for fast, professional plumbing services you can count on. Whether it's a dripping faucet, a clogged toilet, or a complete sewer line issue, our licensed plumbers are ready to tackle the job with precision and care. From minor leaks to major plumbing repairs, we handle it all - leaky pipes, slow drains, broken faucets, water line damage, and more. We specialize in tankless water heater installations, giving homeowners endless hot water with greater efficiency. If you're dealing with persistent drain clogs or backups, our team uses advanced camera inspections to pinpoint the issue and provide targeted solutions. We also offer trenchless sewer repair to keep your home's plumbing flowing smoothly. Looking to improve your home's water quality? Ask about our whole-home water purification systems for cleaner, better-tasting water from every tap. Our service trucks are in your neighborhood!

"They did great"

LUKE S on April 2024


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Service Cowboy Heating and Air

1952 ROWLEY AVE
5.00(
10
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Service Cowboy Heating and Air

1952 ROWLEY AVE
5.00(
10
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Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Being a family-owned business, we understand the importance of community and integrity. Our commitment to treating customers like family sets us apart from other HVAC companies. We are here for your heat and air needs! At Service Cowboy Heating and Air, we pride ourselves on providing professional quality HVAC services. Our family-owned business is dedicated to ensuring your comfort through every season! Choosing Service Cowboy Heating and Air means choosing reliability, efficiency, and quality service. Our skilled technicians are trained to handle all your HVAC needs from heating to cooling! We are licensed & insured, making sure your properly cared for!

"Service Cowboy installed my AC and did an excellent job. Rafael, the owner came over and provided me with all the options of repair vs replacement and gave me the most fair quote among 2 other local businesses. Once I hired them for the replacement, they provided me with regular updates on the process of acquiring the units and other parts. They did the replacement on the date promised and were very professional. Job well done, kudos to the entire team. I will without hesitation refer Service Cowboy to all my family and friends."

Soumen S on June 2025

Being a family-owned business, we understand the importance of community and integrity. Our commitment to treating customers like family sets us apart from other HVAC companies. We are here for your heat and air needs! At Service Cowboy Heating and Air, we pride ourselves on providing professional quality HVAC services. Our family-owned business is dedicated to ensuring your comfort through every season! Choosing Service Cowboy Heating and Air means choosing reliability, efficiency, and quality service. Our skilled technicians are trained to handle all your HVAC needs from heating to cooling! We are licensed & insured, making sure your properly cared for!

"Service Cowboy installed my AC and did an excellent job. Rafael, the owner came over and provided me with all the options of repair vs replacement and gave me the most fair quote among 2 other local businesses. Once I hired them for the replacement, they provided me with regular updates on the process of acquiring the units and other parts. They did the replacement on the date promised and were very professional. Job well done, kudos to the entire team. I will without hesitation refer Service Cowboy to all my family and friends."

Soumen S on June 2025


"All of these 5 star reviews are fake!!! Look at yelp where Vadim cannot use his Ukrainian scammer contacts to creat fake reviews. Do not hire this company. This man will take your money and do no work. "

Ethan S on January 2025

Quality Mechanical Professionals, Inc. is here to serve you!

"All of these 5 star reviews are fake!!! Look at yelp where Vadim cannot use his Ukrainian scammer contacts to creat fake reviews. Do not hire this company. This man will take your money and do no work. "

Ethan S on January 2025


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Sky Clean Air

7929 Silverton Ave
4.68(
19
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Sky Clean Air

7929 Silverton Ave
4.68(
19
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Super punctual
1008 local quotes requested
8 years of experience

Sky Clean Air is family owned and operated. Customer satisfaction is our #1 goal. We aim to provide the most professional and affordable service possible. Our team of experienced technicians use the most advanced equipment to get the best results in every service we provide. We specialize in HVAC services, air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, duct replacements, attic remediation, system installations, maintenance and repairs. Call us for a free in-home estimate today!

"Josh and Daniel were great. Thanks so much"

Madeline V on January 2021

Sky Clean Air is family owned and operated. Customer satisfaction is our #1 goal. We aim to provide the most professional and affordable service possible. Our team of experienced technicians use the most advanced equipment to get the best results in every service we provide. We specialize in HVAC services, air duct cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, duct replacements, attic remediation, system installations, maintenance and repairs. Call us for a free in-home estimate today!

"Josh and Daniel were great. Thanks so much"

Madeline V on January 2021


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Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical

4167 Avenida De La Plata
5.00(
6
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Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical

4167 Avenida De La Plata
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
2057 local quotes requested

Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical is a full service home services company in San Diego that delivers exceptional heating and air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services to the community, and provides opportunities for employment and community building to Veterans. We are 100% Veteran owned.

"Steven, the owner, was very communicative, returning my calls even after business hours to make sure my questions were answered. When an issue arose he, himself arrived the next day to address the issue which was quickly resolved. Time and care was put into the work done."

Sonia B on March 2025

Veterans Heating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, and Electrical is a full service home services company in San Diego that delivers exceptional heating and air conditioning, plumbing, and electrical services to the community, and provides opportunities for employment and community building to Veterans. We are 100% Veteran owned.

"Steven, the owner, was very communicative, returning my calls even after business hours to make sure my questions were answered. When an issue arose he, himself arrived the next day to address the issue which was quickly resolved. Time and care was put into the work done."

Sonia B on March 2025


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Arreola Handyman Services

5.00(
2
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Arreola Handyman Services

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
386 local quotes requested

We offer quality and affordable handyman services. We also offer quality house cleaning services

"Great job by Christian, really appreciate the quick response ? ?"

Isaac J on May 2025

We offer quality and affordable handyman services. We also offer quality house cleaning services

"Great job by Christian, really appreciate the quick response ? ?"

Isaac J on May 2025

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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in San Diego, 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 San Diego, CA 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.

  • Technician repairing air conditioner

    HomeAdvisor's Air Conditioning Repair Cost Guide gives the average price to fix an AC unit in your house. Find the cost of recharging the AC or fixing a freon leak. Get the price to repair or replace a compressor, handler, thermostat, duct, and more.

  • An AC system in the backyard of a house

    This guide explores the average cost of replacing your AC compressor and all of the factors that go into it, including size, type, and brand.

  • 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.