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Avatar for A+ Heating & Cooling - Electrical
A+ Heating & Cooling - Electrical
4.8(
88
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Serving Sunset Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent service tech Mark conducted seasonal service on our HVAC system . He was very thorough and engaging about the HVAC equipment giving us helpful advice about maintaining the system"
HVAC
73 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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ARS/Rescue Rooter Wilmington
4.4(
53
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Serving Sunset Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1972

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"On the pricier side, but the tech they sent out to look at the A/C diagnosed the problem in about 10 minutes and was up front about their price to make the necessary repairs. While I did not have them perform the repair itself the service call was worth it for the quick and accurate diagnosis."
System Installation
105 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Advanced Air Solutions, Inc.
4.6(
66
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Serving Sunset Beach, 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
58 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%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 Sunset Beach, 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
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Bird Dog Heating & Air
New to Angi

Serving Sunset Beach, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

My name is Zsombor Didek, and I’m the owner of Bird Dog Heating & Air, proudly serving Wilmington and the surrounding areas. As a young, driven technician with a fresh mindset in the HVAC trade, I bring a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a commitment to doing things the right way—every time.

FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Sunset Beach, 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 Sunset Beach, NC homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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