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"Reliable Service and Expertise You Can Trust I was impressed by their transparency and honesty."

Sherri S on April 2024

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"Reliable Service and Expertise You Can Trust I was impressed by their transparency and honesty."

Sherri S on April 2024


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Ellison Air Systems

41245 50th St. West
4.83(
3
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Ellison Air Systems

41245 50th St. West
4.83(
3
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
15 years of experience

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

"reliable"

robert h on July 2024

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

"reliable"

robert h on July 2024


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Candid Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.

17423 Burton St
4.80(
118
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Approved Pro

Candid Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc.

17423 Burton St
4.80(
118
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers
14 years of experience

Candid Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., is a family owned and operated business, specializing in heating and air conditioning for the Northridge area. Whether you need new heating and air systems, or just some general service and repairs, no project is too big, or too small, for us to handle. Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority, and we work hard to make sure the job gets done right the first time! We care as much about the quality of our work as you care about your home. So call us today for a free estimate on new units! We look forward to working WITH you!

"Very fast response, worked quickly, charged a fair price. Cliff was a nice guy who made some helpful recommendations. I would use them again."

Sam F on November 2018

Candid Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., is a family owned and operated business, specializing in heating and air conditioning for the Northridge area. Whether you need new heating and air systems, or just some general service and repairs, no project is too big, or too small, for us to handle. Customer satisfaction is our #1 priority, and we work hard to make sure the job gets done right the first time! We care as much about the quality of our work as you care about your home. So call us today for a free estimate on new units! We look forward to working WITH you!

"Very fast response, worked quickly, charged a fair price. Cliff was a nice guy who made some helpful recommendations. I would use them again."

Sam F on November 2018


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DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc.

14833 Willard Ave
4.83(
47
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DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc.

14833 Willard Ave
4.83(
47
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
46 local quotes requested

With nearly 15 years in the Heating and Cooling industry, DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc., proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Paid $1500 for drain job on our hvac system the previous folks of our place didnt do. Our ceiling was low so they had to make a makeshift drain. Overall the job was done and it works. Its not the best job, but it does work."

Albert C on August 2025

With nearly 15 years in the Heating and Cooling industry, DNA Heating & Cooling, Inc., proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity and attention to the details that matter most to you. This is one of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!

"Paid $1500 for drain job on our hvac system the previous folks of our place didnt do. Our ceiling was low so they had to make a makeshift drain. Overall the job was done and it works. Its not the best job, but it does work."

Albert C on August 2025


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Total Home Environmental HVAC Co.

1423 Marcelina Avenue
4.77(
88
)
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Total Home Environmental HVAC Co.

1423 Marcelina Avenue
4.77(
88
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
182 local quotes requested

With more than 40 yrs of experience, Orange Air is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. Our home is in Southbay, we offer services custom tailored for the homes in our area. Everything from 60 year old floor furnace rebuilds to state of the art cooling systems. We specialized in the diversity of the home in our service area. WE OFFER LIFETIME WARRANTIES ON OUR RESIDENTIAL REPAIRS. As long as you own your home, our repairs are covered for life! We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Nate to the rescue, once again . EZ-PZ fix ."

Becky O on August 2025

With more than 40 yrs of experience, Orange Air is dedicated to providing our customers with the best quality at a great price. Our home is in Southbay, we offer services custom tailored for the homes in our area. Everything from 60 year old floor furnace rebuilds to state of the art cooling systems. We specialized in the diversity of the home in our service area. WE OFFER LIFETIME WARRANTIES ON OUR RESIDENTIAL REPAIRS. As long as you own your home, our repairs are covered for life! We are here to build relationships with our customers and communities and to provide our employees with a great place to work. We look forward to working with you!

"Nate to the rescue, once again . EZ-PZ fix ."

Becky O on August 2025


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Highland Air LLC

638 Lindero Canyon Rd, CMB 273
4.97(
96
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Highland Air LLC

638 Lindero Canyon Rd, CMB 273
4.97(
96
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
19 local quotes requested
4 years of experience

We specialize in all your home heating and air conditioning needs, and guarantee you a job well done! Whether it be your furnace that needs to be repaired, or an air conditioner that needs serviced, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Proudly serving Oak Park and surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today!

"Fantastic experience. Quick response and here within 2 hours. Fixed issues seamlessly with no added upsell. Very satisfied. Highly recommend. Would definitely hire again."

Cathy C on August 2025

We specialize in all your home heating and air conditioning needs, and guarantee you a job well done! Whether it be your furnace that needs to be repaired, or an air conditioner that needs serviced, we are your guys! We strive to exceed the homeowner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Proudly serving Oak Park and surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today!

"Fantastic experience. Quick response and here within 2 hours. Fixed issues seamlessly with no added upsell. Very satisfied. Highly recommend. Would definitely hire again."

Cathy C on August 2025


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Real Tech Heating & AC

23750 Via Canon Unit 201
5.00(
6
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Approved Pro

Real Tech Heating & AC

23750 Via Canon Unit 201
5.00(
6
)
Approved Pro
1 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

At Real Tech Heating & AC, we’re a family business that puts people first. We take pride in doing honest, quality work and treating every home like it’s our own. We’re highly skilled but never pushy — if your system can be repaired, we’ll take the time to fix it right. Every job we do comes backed by a warranty, so you can feel confident knowing our work is built to last. Our goal is simple: reliable comfort and service you can trust.

"The service I received was absolutely perfect. He was very honest and very upfront with how much things were going to cost. He even provided receipts and he showed me comparisons of what material costs. I would definitely hire him again, but my system is working so good, I don’t think I’ll have to."

Abel C on September 2025

At Real Tech Heating & AC, we’re a family business that puts people first. We take pride in doing honest, quality work and treating every home like it’s our own. We’re highly skilled but never pushy — if your system can be repaired, we’ll take the time to fix it right. Every job we do comes backed by a warranty, so you can feel confident knowing our work is built to last. Our goal is simple: reliable comfort and service you can trust.

"The service I received was absolutely perfect. He was very honest and very upfront with how much things were going to cost. He even provided receipts and he showed me comparisons of what material costs. I would definitely hire him again, but my system is working so good, I don’t think I’ll have to."

Abel C on September 2025


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SoCal Climate Control - LA

19201 Parthenia Street
4.44(
347
)
Approved Pro

SoCal Climate Control - LA

19201 Parthenia Street
4.44(
347
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: True professional
1165 local quotes requested
7 years of experience

With over 30 years of combined experience in the HVAC industry, SoCal Climate Control & Mechanical, Inc. is your industry expert in Southern California. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"David Parks Senior HVAC Technician was very knowledgeable and listened to my needs. Susie in the office was polite and a joy to speak to. The crew that installed the ductwork worked efficiently and cleaned up afterwards. SoCal Climate Control did everything they promised at a reasonable price. I would recommend them to my neighbors and family members."

Greg V on October 2024

With over 30 years of combined experience in the HVAC industry, SoCal Climate Control & Mechanical, Inc. is your industry expert in Southern California. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today, and we look forward to working with you!

"David Parks Senior HVAC Technician was very knowledgeable and listened to my needs. Susie in the office was polite and a joy to speak to. The crew that installed the ductwork worked efficiently and cleaned up afterwards. SoCal Climate Control did everything they promised at a reasonable price. I would recommend them to my neighbors and family members."

Greg V on October 2024


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Just Be Cool Supply, LLC

44255 62nd Street W
4.96(
24
)
Approved Pro

Just Be Cool Supply, LLC

44255 62nd Street W
4.96(
24
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
16 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

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.

"Expensive, but they did a good job"

Richard G on August 2025

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.

"Expensive, but they did a good job"

Richard G on August 2025


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Upright Construction & HVAC

22935 Burbank Blvd
5.00(
14
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Approved Pro

Upright Construction & HVAC

22935 Burbank Blvd
5.00(
14
)
Approved Pro
Customers say: Terrific value
90 local quotes requested
3 years of experience

we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Good"

Ernesto A on May 2025

we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Good"

Ernesto A on May 2025

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