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Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing and Electrical
4.5(
5,208
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Terrific experience. Scheduling was easy. My technician, Guy, gave me a call ahead of time, hit the time he said he'd be here and was courteous and efficient. I ran a large mechanical contracting business for years so understand this business. Guy ran through his checks on what is a fairly complex home system. He pointed out problems that were minor, major, or had the potential to be major. We discussed options and timing. Since our system is old, it will be difficult to repair some of the parts and pieces while others would be fairly standard. We may want to look at a new system this summer to avoid a major problem during a future heating season. I will definitely be talking to Sila."
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+6

Response time2 days
62 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
CJC HVAC
5.0(
23
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

"My central air system went down in the middle of a heat wave and virtually every HVAC repair service that I called told me that they weren t taking new clients and couldn t help me. I contacted Chris through home advisor and he agreed to help me out. He promptly came to my house, identified my problem, and ordered parts. When the parts arrived he immediately came back and installed them and I was up and running. Chris identified and fixed my problem and the entire process took only 2 days. On top of that, the price was more than reasonable and Chris is a super nice guy. I highly recommend Chris because he is a skilled and professional technician."
Refrigeration leak repair
Hard Start Kit
Rebuild
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Chambers Heating & A.C. Service
4.8(
45
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I called Chambers and spoke with Kevin. He came out to my house the same day and diagnose my central air system as low on refrigerant. My system is twenty years old and has never been serviced. Kevin check out the system and based on the service history recommended that I recharge the system and monitor it over the summer. Kevin was honest with me and he wasn’t looking for the big pay day. I believe this is what every home owner wants when they hire a professional. Thanks Kevin!"
93% High Efficiency Gas Furnace with AC
Baseboard Zone on a Steam Boiler
Supply Header with Circulators
Before Pic w/zone valves & Loose Wiring
Gas Fired tankless water heater

+6

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Richmond's Home
5.0(
18
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very kind person, very flexible on time he went over and above to finish the job the same day I call for service, I really appreciate his work."
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+40

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Platinum Plumbing Heating and Drain Cleaning
4.9(
92
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Rob was fantastic. i had an 80yr old cast flange finally rot out at one on the slots. Called Rob, a rough estimate was provided and time of arrival established. He was early, well spoken and cleanly dressed. He applied boot covers as it was wet/snowy outside. He replaced the flange and poured a new joint, adding additional support by anchoring the flange to subfloor. This was not done previously but again the house is 80yrs old. We had purchased a new toilet and asked him to replace our old one with the new. This was not part of the scope of work, but he did so without complaining or trying to reschedule. He cleaned the area and it looked as it did when he arrived. Everything looks great! New toilet works great! No more wobbly toilet. Highly recommend his work."
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Response time12 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
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NETR Inc
4.7(
73
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I bought my unit from NETR in 2018. It worked fine until we discovered it wasn't blowing any cold air. I made the big mistake of hiring someone a family friend recommended and they diagnosed it incorrectly and then basically disappeared on me. Anyway, it took a few weeks but they repaired it today and I was impressed with their courtesy and getting the job done very quickly and successfully. I felt like I was being dealt with honestly. Thanks, Jared and Jack. I should mention I paid about $300 for the refrigerant today. I don't know what the final cost will be but probably a bit over $1000."
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
SOUTH END CONDO RECEIVES MITSUBISHI DUCTLESS SYSTEM
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+9

27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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J. Griffin Heating & Plumbing, Inc.
5.0(
27
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent. I went to Angies List in a panic because it was raining in my basement when the shower was running. Less than 5 minutes after I consulted with Angies List I received a call from J. Griffin and within an hour they were at my house. I don't even know how to thank Jeff, I was expecting the worst and got the best! He knew immediately what the problem was, he clearly knew his business very well. The problem was more or less user error and I was a little embarrassed but Jeff never made me feel as though it was a bother or a nuisance to respond and he refused to charge me as much as I thought he was worth. I'm so sorry I just realized I didn't hit submit on this review. It was several months ago, but I still wanted to finish this because they were so wonderful."
Navien 95% combi boiler install
steam oil to natural gas conversion
Navien boiler
Navien Boiler
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+15

Response time2 days
Response rate85%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Emerald HVAC LLC
5.0(
14
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Serving Wakefield, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"My central AC unit has been broken for several years. intermittently working during hot summers. I've had several HVAC companies come to diagnose and all of them told me different things: replace the whole system, new lines, etc. potentially costing tens of thousands of dollars. So I decided to troubleshoot by myself and pinpointed the issue: the filter dryer needed to be replaced. No company wanted to do this small job. I called Emerald HVAC and told them about my issue, they sent in José, who diagnosed the issue to be what I said. He replaced the filter dryer and the AC unit works perfectly now after several years! In short, Emerald HVAC will be my first choice for any HVAC work in the future. They are honest, professional, and reasonably priced. I recommend them without reservation!"
Response time1 day
Response rate91%
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FAQs for central a/c service or repair projects in Wakefield, MA

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 Wakefield, MA 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.

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    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.

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