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Articles from the licensed technicians at Service Pros of America, written for South Florida homeowners. Need the service itself? See our ac repair page.
What does HVAC repair cover that AC repair does not?
HVAC repair covers the whole system, not only the cooling symptom: the air handler, the heat pump, the outdoor condenser, the thermostat and the controls that tie them together. If a part inside the system fails, a licensed technician finds which one and quotes the repair before work starts.
For the symptom-first view (warm air, no cooling, leaks), see AC repair. This page is for when you know the part, or want the system looked at as a whole.
What parts of the system do we repair?
Air handler. The indoor unit with the blower and the coil. In many Pembroke Pines and Miramar homes it sits in the attic. In condos it is often in a closet.
Heat pump. Most condo buildings along the coast run heat pumps, which cool in summer and can heat on the few cold mornings we get.
Outdoor condenser. The unit outside that releases heat. Salt air and storms are hard on it.
Controls and thermostat. A blank screen or a unit that ignores the thermostat can be wiring, a board or the thermostat. See thermostat repair.
Do you service commercial HVAC too?
Package units and rooftop units on commercial buildings are a different job from a house. If you run a business, mention it when you call so we send the right technician.
What about heating?
South Florida heating needs are limited, and we do not service furnaces. If your heat pump does not warm the air on a cool morning, that is a heat pump repair, and we can look at it.
How do we decide between repairing and replacing?
We look at three things: the age of the system, the size of the repair, and whether the parts are still easy to get. A younger system with one failed part is a repair. An older system with repeated failures is where replacement starts to make sense. The technician explains the choice in plain words and does not push you either way, and the quote is yours to keep and think over.
Why does a small control problem turn into a big repair?
Because everything in the system waits on everything else. A weak capacitor can stress a compressor. A clogged coil can overheat the outdoor unit. A drain line that backs up can trip a safety switch and shut the whole system off. When a part starts to go, the fastest fix is usually a small one. If the system runs for weeks while the problem builds, the repair list gets longer and the bill follows. If you notice a new noise, a longer run time, or a thermostat that suddenly behaves differently, that is the moment to book the diagnostic.
HVAC repair problems we fix
- Air handler blower not running or noisy
- Heat pump not switching modes
- Outdoor condenser fan or compressor not starting
- Thermostat ignoring the system
- Frozen coil
- Refrigerant loss or low cooling capacity
- Drain line and pan overflow
- Breaker tripping on startup
How does it work? Book, we come out, we fix it
Three steps, no runaround.
1. Book. Call (954) 658-9511 or book online and tell us the part or the symptom. 2. A technician comes out. A licensed technician tests the system and explains what failed. 3. We fix it. We quote it, you approve it, and we repair it and confirm the system runs properly.
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair heat pumps? Yes, including condo heat pump systems.
Do you work on furnaces? No. We do not service furnaces.
Can you replace a failed air handler only? Sometimes. Whether it makes sense depends on the age and the matching outdoor unit. The technician advises you.
How much is the diagnostic? The AC diagnostic is $59.99.
Do you repair commercial systems? Yes, for many commercial HVAC jobs. Tell us the equipment type when you call.
Where do we work?
We are based in Hallandale Beach and send technicians across both counties.
Miami-Dade: Miami, Miami Beach, Hialeah, Doral, Coral Gables, Kendall, North Miami
Broward: Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Davie, Plantation, Pompano Beach, Coral Springs, Hallandale Beach
Start with AC repair services or book an AC diagnostic.
Call (954) 658-9511 or book online. Service Pros of America, 3130 W Pembroke Rd #425, Hallandale Beach, FL 33009. Florida-licensed HVAC contractor.
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