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Avatar for Appleton Campbell
Appleton Campbell
4.7(
304
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1976

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"At first, I thought it was a burst pipe from the week + freezing temperatures but I needed a garbage disposal replacement. They were very responsive. Codey, the technician, was very polite and professional. I was referred by a neighbor who has used them for years. I am very pleased with their service. Mary Collins"
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate98%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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McCrea Heating & Air Conditioning Services of VA
4.7(
342
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1936

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Fast service! They came within an hour of my call. Spent over 2 hours diagnosing the problem. Spoke with Trane to confirm his findings. Then came back 3 days later with the faulty circuit board which was covered under warranty. Price was less than I expected and the gave a discount because I am a veteran. I highly recommend this company!!!"
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15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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SwiftPro Heating, Cooling & Plumbing
4.9(
45
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"SwiftPro was excellent. When our hot water heater went out (at nearly 20 years old, we were neither upset nor surprised!) we reached out to a few places but SwiftPro was the most responsive and had the price was fair. Zabi, the service technician was fantastic. I can’t say enough good things about him. He was prompt, provided excellent communication, took meticulous care with the work and work space, and was just a great person to talk to. The install went great and there was no aggressive sales tactics or upselling. Just a genuine cut and dry hot water heater removal and install experience. I highly recommend SwiftPro. Thanks Zabi! "
Air Conditioner Trane Unit Install
Duct Cleaning
Tri County Feeds Customized ducts and HVAC complete systems
Trane HVAC Heating & A/C Install
Trane Install Heating & AC Project. Dual-Fuel & Solar-Compatible Systems

+56

35 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by48%of homeowners
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Advanced Environment Solutions, Inc
4.8(
24
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our AC died last week and the first company provided us 3 replacement options. We selected the middle option ($16,000) and signed the contract, which provided us a 5 day cancellation period. Installation was scheduled for Friday. I solicited other companies quotes using the estimate provided by the first company and all declined stating I needed to schedule an appointment for someone to come out to take measurements, etc. Our inside temperature was 98 degrees. Advanced Environment Solutions provided us an unbinding estimate of $9,600. a better warranty and immediately dispatched a technician to take measurements and install a portable AC unit until the new one could be installed. Our unit was installed Friday. What a bunch of professionals! The team arrived at 6:30 am and were done by 11:00 am. To our surprise, we received a fruit basket from Advanced Enviroment Solutions the following day thanking us for selecting them! Who does is anymore? Hey competitors... Who can top Advanced Environment Solutions??? Need your system serviced or replaced? Advanced Environment Solutions gets our vote!"
Commercial Ductless
Residential Heat Pump Installation
Residential Ductless System
Commercial Rooftops
Commercial Rooftops

+14

Response time4 days
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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ARS of Virginia
4.6(
216
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1950

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Marvin Hernandez arrived right on time and diagnosed and treated the issue with our AC and thermostat effectively and efficiently. I recommend ARS and their team."
Install of a new A/C system.
177 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by82%of homeowners
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Premium Home Services, LLC
4.7(
138
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Premium Home services is a scam..their customer sevice does not do anything about refunding back expensive, terrible and unfinished work. They hang up on you and give you the run around to speak with a so called manager. They send a so called professional to do the work, ask for a ridiculous amount of service call out fee and don't finish the job. The tech was unorganized and shows up hours late. Don't recommend the company."
old furnace
removal of old furnace
old ac
gas line installation
gas piping manifold

+11

Response time1 hour
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Dominion Service Heat and Air
4.4(
168
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Serving Stafford, VA and surrounding areas

Angi Approved

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"The APR21 initial HVAC installation was successful, and the heat pump worked fine during the cooler months. However, when summer arrived the condenser unit in the basement leaked, and the water damaged the basement carpet. The dominion service man discovered that the air filter (20x16) had NOT been installed during the initial HVAC installation, and based on his many years of experience that caused the overflow. Dominion still charged me for the visit, claiming that the new drain was clogged Mind you, this was an entirely new HVAC installation, and a clogged drain after 8 weeks of AC operation is not likely - except when the filter is not installed. This was my experience with Dominion Service Company."
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new hvac install
A/c unit
furnace
heat pumps

+7

Response time3 hrs
25 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Stafford, VA

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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