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Avatar for Carolina Comfort Air Inc
Carolina Comfort Air Inc
4.7(
216
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Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tech was on time, professional, and very informative. Learned a lot from Antonio as he inspected our two units (split and package hvac) and performed the annual maintenance required. One unit was installed in 2006 and other two years ago. Both running well. Suggested repairs on older unit were made....may replace next year. Antonio explained less than favorable condition of old unit capacitor...still working but could go out. We'll wait to replace unit when repair costs outweigh value of old unit. Tech was very helpful in explaining status. CCA has been a very reliable HVAC service...technicians, such as Antonio, have proven to be quite competent and trustworthy."
Every great HVAC install starts with a solid plan. 📍🛠
Here’s a behind-the-scenes look at one of our walkthroughs—because comfort starts long before the system’s running.
From classroom to career path! 🚀
We love helping students connect the dots between what they learn and where it can take them in the real world.
We’re not just hiring—we’re building careers. 🔧📋
Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth to learn more about joining the coolest team in HVAC!
Fore the love of HVAC—and a little friendly competition ⛳️
Our Carolina Comfort Air crew hit the greens for a great cause and even better camaraderie.
Our team had a blast showing future HVAC pros how systems work at this outdoor demo. Hands-on learning = lasting impact!

+45

Response time1 day
28 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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A+ Heating & Cooling - Electrical
4.8(
88
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Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"all employees very friendly and helpful. explained repairs costs, etc. came out as soon as they could and ordered parts needs. Have bought central air conditioning products for 20 yrs with them."
HVAC
71 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
Avatar for ARS/Rescue Rooter Wilmington
ARS/Rescue Rooter Wilmington
4.4(
53
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Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The technicians are always very friendly and knowledgeable. They take the time to explain the process. We use them for our HVAC preventative maintenance, repair and purchase."
System Installation
97 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
Avatar for Advanced Air Solutions, Inc.
Advanced Air Solutions, Inc.
4.6(
66
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Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We installed a 12,000 BTU split AC system to cool an enclosed balcony in our 70 year old church. The installation was much more difficult than at first appeared. A special drill was rented to bore a 3 inch hole through a full foot of extremely hard brick. This took a couple of extra hours. Then electric connections had to made running about 100 feet through a crawl space crowded with central AC ducts installed by another company. This was extremely difficult and time consuming. When it was all done the entire job took several hours more than projected. Advanced Air stuck by their original estimate even though it was obvious that they lost their profit on this job due to the unanticipated difficulties. The management and workers were careful and respectful throughout the process. The final result was attractive, functional and all the difficulties were out of sight. Great job!!!"
Dirty Ducts before and after
Duct Cleaning information
54 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Indoor Mechanical Service, LLC
4.8(
90
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Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had such a great experience with Indoor Mechanical. I had to get my AC unit replaced along with all new duct work. The price was very reasonable and the work was done on time. They have great customer service, were honest, and hardworking. This was an expensive project but they helped to make it a little less painful. I recommend them to anyone who needs hvac repairs."
Top quality equiptment
Are you loosing money with your duct system?
 Energy Star Rated Systems
and after,the duct is energy star rated
HIGH EFFICIENT ENERGY STAR INSTALLS

+13

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
Avatar for Ken's Heating And Air Conditioning, LLC.
Ken's Heating And Air Conditioning, LLC.
5.0(
7
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Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2009

Warranties offered

Small jobs welcome

"In today's world, dollar value verses services rendered are difficult, Ken's team met and exceeded my expectations. Cost effective, excellent customer service and most important to me is timing. They were right on time, repaired the A/C as needed and had us up and running very promptly. Thanks, very much!! Highly recommend Ken and his team!"
Leak Repair
Leak Repair
Leak Repair
New Motor
Replacing new motor

+8

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Snyder's Heating & Air
4.7(
16
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Serving Southport, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This is an HONEST contractor who knows his business. Professional, on time, and repaired my problem fast. Identified the problem the moment he opened the unit and had the part with him. Had the unit running in minutes and checked everything including coolant level. Very reasonable price. Keith is now our permanent AC technician. Highly recommended. Kent Chatfield Producer/Director Wind Tree Research Productions Leland, N.C."
Response time3 hrs
Response rate89%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Southport, NC

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 Southport, NC homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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