AC repair in West Palm Beach

What we work on

• Air conditioning repair

  When your AC blows warm, ices up or will not start, we find the failed part and the reason it failed.

  What it involves: Air conditioning repair

  A warm house in West Palm Beach usually comes down to a handful of causes: a weak capacitor, a burnt contactor, a dirty or frozen coil, a clogged condensate drain or a refrigerant leak. We check each with gauges and meters instead of guessing.

  Once we know the cause, you get a clear explanation and a price before any work starts. After the repair we run the system and take the readings again to confirm it is cooling the way it should.

  • Refrigerant pressures and temperature split measured
  • Capacitor, contactor and fan motors tested
  • Condensate drain and pan checked for clogs
  • Coil checked for ice, dirt and leaks
  • Readings retaken after the repair

  Why is my AC running but not cooling the house?

  Common causes are a failed capacitor or fan motor at the outdoor unit, a dirty or frozen coil, a clogged filter or a refrigerant leak. Measuring pressures and airflow tells us which one it is.

  Do you repair air conditioners in Lake Worth and Wellington?

  Yes. We work across West Palm Beach and nearby towns including Lake Worth, Lake Worth Beach, Wellington, Haverhill and Boynton Beach.

  My AC keeps needing refrigerant. Is that normal?

  No. Refrigerant does not get used up. If the system is low, there is a leak, and topping it off without finding the leak only delays the next service call.

• Maintenance and tune-ups

  A seasonal check that catches weak parts and clogged drains before a hot afternoon finds them for you.

  What it involves: Maintenance and tune-ups

  In South Florida an air conditioner can run close to year-round, and the humidity keeps the drain line and coil busy. A tune-up looks at the parts that wear out first and the ones that cause water damage when they fail.

  We clean and check what needs it, test the electrical parts, and write down what we measured so you can compare next time.

  • Condensate drain line flushed and checked
  • Evaporator and condenser coils inspected
  • Capacitor and contactor tested
  • Filter checked and airflow measured
  • Written notes of readings and findings

  How often should I get an AC tune-up in West Palm Beach?

  Because systems here run most of the year, once a year is a sensible minimum, ideally before the hottest months. Homes with pets or heavy dust may benefit from a second check.

  How often should I change my filter?

  Check a one-inch filter monthly and change it every one to three months. Thicker media filters last longer, often six months or more. A clogged filter can freeze the coil.

• Heat pump service

  Repairs and checkups for heat pumps that cool all summer and heat on the few cold nights.

  What it involves: Heat pump service

  Many homes in Palm Beach County use a heat pump for both cooling and heating. When it cools but will not heat, or gets stuck in one mode, the cause is often the reversing valve, the defrost controls or the backup heat strips.

  We test the system in both modes, check the controls and electrical parts, and explain what failed and what it takes to fix it.

  • System tested in cooling and heating modes
  • Reversing valve and defrost controls checked
  • Backup heat strips tested
  • Refrigerant pressures measured
  • Outdoor coil checked for corrosion and debris

  Why does my heat pump cool but not heat?

  A stuck reversing valve, a failed defrost control or a thermostat wiring issue are common causes. Testing the system in heat mode narrows it down quickly.

  Do you service heat pumps near the coast in Palm Beach?

  Yes. Salt air can wear on outdoor coils and connections, so we check those closely on coastal homes in Palm Beach and nearby.

• System replacement and sizing

  New AC and heat pump systems sized to your home and your ducts, not copied from the old unit's label.

  What it involves: System replacement and sizing

  A system that is too big cools fast but leaves the house damp, which matters in Florida humidity. One that is too small runs all day and still falls behind. Sizing comes from a load calculation on your home and a look at the ductwork the new unit has to push air through.

  We lay out the options and what each involves, then install, start up and test the new system before we leave.

  • Load calculation for your home
  • Ductwork checked before choosing equipment
  • Repair and replacement compared when both apply
  • Installation, start-up and testing
  • Old equipment removed

  Should I repair or replace my old air conditioner?

  It depends on what failed and how old the unit is. A small part on a newer system is usually worth fixing. A major part like a compressor on an older system often is not. We show you both options.

  Is a bigger AC better for a hot Florida house?

  No. An oversized unit shuts off before it removes humidity, leaving the house cool but clammy, and it wears out faster from frequent starts.

• Ductwork and airflow

  Fixes for hot rooms, weak vents and leaky ducts that waste the cool air you pay for.

  What it involves: Ductwork and airflow

  If one bedroom never cools or the vents barely blow, the problem is often the ducts, not the unit. Crushed runs, loose connections, leaks in a hot attic and too little return air all cut into comfort and drive up bills.

  We measure static pressure and airflow, find where the air is being lost, and seal, repair or resize the sections that need it.

  • Static pressure and airflow measured
  • Leaks at joints and boots found and sealed
  • Crushed or disconnected runs repaired
  • Return air checked against blower size
  • Attic duct insulation inspected

  Why is one room always hotter than the rest of the house?

  Usually it is airflow: a long or crushed duct, a leaking connection, a duct in a hot attic or no return path when the door is closed. Measuring at that vent shows which.

• Thermostats and zoning

  Thermostats installed and wired to match your system, and zoning set up so each area gets what it needs.

  What it involves: Thermostats and zoning

  A thermostat that does not match the equipment can short-cycle a system or leave the heat pump's backup heat running when it should not. We check what your system needs, wire the thermostat correctly and set it up for how you use your home.

  For homes with more than one zone, we check the dampers and controls so each zone cools on its own call.

  • Thermostat matched to your equipment
  • Wiring checked and corrected
  • Heat pump and staging settings configured
  • Zone dampers and controls tested
  • Settings walked through with you

  Can you install a new thermostat on my existing system?

  Yes. We confirm it works with your equipment, wire it properly and set it up, including heat pump and staging settings where they apply.

• Furnace repair

  Repairs for furnaces and electric heat that will not come on during the cold snaps we do get.

  What it involves: Furnace repair

  Heat may not run often here, which is exactly why problems show up on the first cold night. A furnace that will not light or keeps shutting off often has a dirty flame sensor, a failed igniter, an inducer problem or a tripped safety limit.

  We test the ignition sequence and safety controls, find the fault, and confirm the system heats safely before we go.

  • Ignition and flame sensor checked
  • Inducer motor and pressure switch tested
  • Safety limits checked
  • Filter and airflow checked
  • Safe operation confirmed after repair

  Why does my furnace start and then shut off?

  A dirty flame sensor, a clogged filter causing overheating or a faulty pressure switch are common causes. Testing the start-up sequence shows where it stops.