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Spoor's Heating & Air Conditioning
4.8(
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Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1979

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mr Spoor does thorough work. He has been in the business a long time and knows the field. I did not know him and called his company to give me a bid on a project. He took time to do some measurements and convinced me of a better course of action. I respect his knowledge of the field and will call him first."
Response time2 days
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by90%of homeowners
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Cool Breeze
5.0(
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Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They were really nice. They were the only company who took their time on our schedule. They were very honest about the warranty of our AC. The gentleman was very pleasant to work with and explained all the cost. They were really nice to work with and great customer service."
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Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
26 neighbors recently requested a quote
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North Alabama Technical Services
4.9(
124
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Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Excellent service, very fast response to my request for service, picked up laptop, diagnosed issues. Initially thought it was an OS update issue but the hard drive had failed along with other components (including 'CPU). Because other components were involved, a new solid state hard drive was put into a laptop with a working processor - same type CPU as in the failed unit. The laptop was repaired and returned in less than a week. This company picked up and dropped off the laptop (driving from Huntsville, AL (about 60-70 minutes)-- great service in this covid environment. I would recommend this company to my family./friends and will use again."
2014 Super Service Award Winner!
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Sierra Air Inc.
4.7(
114
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Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1986

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Sierra Air is the best! their service techs are professional, knowledgeable and genuine! I called in the morning about my AC being out and I had a tech at my house that afternoon. Michael was amazing and took his time to show and explain everything to my husband and I. Turns out our unit needs replacing and Michael put in the calls to have Sierra air call us and schedule a person to come out and give me and estimate. I got a call THAT DAY! I’ve been a customer for two years and with customer service and satisfaction like this I will continue to be."
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Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Mega Power Electric, Inc
5.0(
191
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Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We recently had Mega Power Electric Inc install a solar system and panels. The President and provided excellent communication all the way through the process. He even met with us after installation to explain the almost incomprehensible PG&E bill. Although not the least expensive bid, his was competitive and I felt he was as interested in educating me about solar and the various types of panels and inverter systems as he was in selling a system. He demonstrated how the array of panels would meet our energy needs and as opposed to some of the other companies, wasn't selling us more than we needed. We are very satisfied with our solar system and I highly recommended Mega Power Electric Inc."
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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All Valley Services
5.0(
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Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Jeff is very professional and explained everything to us. We had more issues with our duct work that required repairs. Jeff did all the repairs and we are good to go....very satisfied"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Spectrum One
4.4(
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Serving Truckee, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"After receiving a number of estimates for the work required, Spectrum One came through right in line with our budget. Dennis was nothing short of extremely professional, always answering phone calls regardless of day or time as well as providing expert opinions. We would not hesitate to call Spectrum One again. Highly recommended!"
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Recommended by86%of homeowners
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Truckee, 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 Truckee, CA homeowners’ guide to central a/c service or repairs

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