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Avatar for A-Plus Air Conditioning & Home Solutions
A-Plus Air Conditioning & Home Solutions
4.7(
883
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1977

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"BUYER BEWARE! DO NOT USE THIS VENDOR! I was duped by this company! Told me the installation of my single front iron door would be $255/hr for 1 hr possible 2 hours for 2 people. This install was 7 hours for each person or 14 hours which cost me over $1300 to install 1 door. The door was already prehung. The 2 men were walking around wasting time, pretending to look for parts such as door handles which were right in front of them in the box. This is deceptive, false advertising, and will be reported to the BBB. They didn’t even get my confirmation/approval for additional hours or work! I will NEVER use their services again. Duped!"
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+68

Response time1 day
Response rate89%
6 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Legacy Heating And Air Conditioning Services
Legacy Heating And Air Conditioning Services
4.9(
19
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Chris & Sam were an amazing team. They were right on time and got the work done very quickly and efficiently. They went the extra mile to answer our many questions and trained us on using our thermostats. They answered our inquiries re options on future expansion of our system. They made sure we knew how to properly use our system to optimize its capabilities. We are seniors, and not techies at all. They explained our 3-zone system to us in terms we could understand and even installed an app on our phones to remotely control our thermostats. Chris was so patient with us. What a great experience."
Electrical whole home surge protector installation
New Trane Condenser Installation
New Trane Air Handler Installation
New Trane Condenser Installation
Clearing out a clogged drain

+1

Response time1 day
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for PHR A/C & Heating
PHR A/C & Heating
4.9(
22
)

Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I requested a consultation on our central AC. With jn hours I received a call back, arranged an appointment. Mr. Portlo and his team arrived on time, were very knowledgeable, professional. He and his team provided excellent customer service. They not only fixed the problem but, they were able to provide maintenance on other 3 unites that we have. I highly recommend Mr. Portillo and his team. I will keep their number in my directory to call them again for our A/C and heating needs."
Heating and Air Conditioning Project
Full installs
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+2

Response time9 hrs
4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by72%of homeowners
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Douglas Ray Barfield
5.0(
18
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Absolutely amazing! He did not hesitate to come out in the evening after 6 o’clock! Fixed the AC immediately! Kind, generous and actually incredibly endearing. Definitely keeping his number!"
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New construction - dual heat pumps
New construction - duct work
System repairs
Condenser coil cleaning

+2

Response time30 mins
Recommended by83%of homeowners
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Texas Air Dynamics
5.0(
12
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Serving San Marcos, TX and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Jose was great to work with. Had my ac unit not working and he diagnosed and corrected the issue within a day of me reaching out. He is knowledgeable and explained the issue in simple terms for the non experts which was great and he had fair pricing as well compared to all others I got a quote from."
Trane Installation (AHU)
Trane Installation (Condenser)
Infrared Temperature gun
American Standard Double Install P1
American Standard Install

+15

Response time12 hrs
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in San Marcos, TX

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 Marcos, TX 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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