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Q: Will low refrigerant cause a coil to freeze?

• <div><p>If refrigerant levels are low, it can cause the evaporator coil to freeze up. Low freon causes a drop in pressure, which will make the coil too cold and cause moisture to freeze on the coil. Your system may be <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/does-freon-leak-mean-i-must-get-new-home-ac-unit-cant-i-just-get-leak-fixed.htm">low on refrigerant because of a leak</a>. </p><p>Make sure to have maintenance performed twice a year, and contact your local HVAC technician if you suspect your system has low freon levels. </p></div>

Q: Is it bad to turn AC on and off frequently?

• <div><p>No, it isn&rsquo;t necessarily <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/is-it-bad-to-keep-turning-ac-on-and-off.htm">bad to turn your AC on and off</a> frequently&mdash;contrary to popular belief. Even if you stop and start your AC throughout the day, it won&rsquo;t use as much energy as it would if you ran it nonstop. </p><p>If you&rsquo;re concerned about your power consumption and energy costs, there are a few simple ways to use your AC more efficiently. Regularly cleaning the filters, scheduling routine maintenance, and using a programmable thermostat are all great choices.</p></div>

Q: How much does it cost to replace an AC evaporator or condenser coil?

• <div><p>The cost to replace an AC evaporator coil is typically between $600 and $2,500, with an average cost around $1,300 to $1,350. The price of the coil itself can range from $550 to $1,100, depending on the brand, size, and style, with professional labor adding around $700. Replacing a condenser coil is generally less expensive, costing about $800. Because this repair involves handling refrigerants, it requires a licensed AC professional. Regular inspections, which cost between $200 and $600, can help prevent costly coil replacements.</p></div>

Q: Is a swamp cooler cheaper than central air?

• <div><p>Swamp coolers cost approximately 50 percent less to install than central air conditioners and cost less to run. Operation costs depend on the size of the unit and home, your climate, utility rates in your area, and the system&rsquo;s efficiency. Swamp coolers use 15 to 35 percent less power than air conditioners.</p></div>

Q: Can you add central air to an older home?

• <div><p>It is possible to add air conditioning to an older home, but it can be very expensive to do so. Expect to pay anywhere from <b>$6,000 to $17,000</b> or more for the ductwork and AC unit. You&rsquo;ll also have to hack into the home&rsquo;s walls and ceilings to add ductwork, which can impact the aesthetics of an old home.</p></div>

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Last update on August 20, 2024

Reviewed in August 2024
Brandon was here on time to perform warranty work on an AC unit that I purchased 4 years ago from 1-800 number he was on time replaced the part recharge the unit and stayed until it was working properly at no cost to me
1-800-Plumber of TX Panhandle
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Reviewed in September 2023
Mac was professional and great to work with, he fixed our AC on a very very hot Saturday
Matthew's HVAC Services LLC
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Reviewed in September 2022
AC Compressor Repair what wrong something it
Paul Air
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Reviewed in November 2021
I used this new , local company for heater tune up/maintenance check. The owner of the company Terry, came and did a tune up/maintenance and was very knowledgeable and performed and intensive and detailed maintenance check on our heater. Our heater had some serious issues and with it being...
Quality Residential HVAC, LLC
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Reviewed in July 2020
We have used Larry's for decades. When the AC went out, we called them. They installed the outdoor portion less than two years ago and the indoor portion about a month or two ago. Since it's installation a couple of months ago, it has gone out twice. The first time, we were told by an employee...
Larry's Heating & A/C
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Reviewed in April 2020
Great job! Ricardo quoted my project, help engineer my heating/AC needs. Job came in quoted budget. Very please with performance along with quality of workmanship. Always on time. Give them a call.
Puente heating and air
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Reviewed in May 2018
This was in June 2017. I called because my heater/ac unit was not working. I was told they could repair it but it would keep breaking down so it would be cost efficient to replace it. The air conditioner outdoor unit was 7 yrs old and he said they are no longer making the coolant that went in it...
FRANK'S REPAIR PLUMBING INC
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Reviewed in September 2016
It went okay, unit is working & cooling fine.
Master Tech Service Corp.
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Reviewed in March 2015
I asked if Apex could inspect the heating and cooling of a house that I was considering buying. Josh was late for the appointment but he did call and say that he was running behind. <br /> Once he arrived he inspected the heater and told me that it was working and that it was old. He did not...
Apex Plumbing Heating & Air
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Matthew's HVAC Services LLC

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Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Service or Repair - For Business

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mac was professional and great to work with, he fixed our AC on a very very hot Saturday"

Response time1 day

Response rate87%

15 neighbors recently requested a quote

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1-800-Plumber + Air & Electric

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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+3 more

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great field tech, very knowledgeable and had an answer to all questions. Knew all aspects of the process he explained to install drainage"

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Bilderback Heating & Air

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Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 1990

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Prompt service, quality work, and reasonable prices"

1 neighbors recently requested a quote

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Service or Repair - For BusinessDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2021

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"Easy and great to work with!"

Response time8 hrs

Response rate91%

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Service or Repair - For Business+1 more

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"HVAC MD is very professional and quick to address and fix any issues. I use them for personal and business and would recommend them to anyone. They are very detailed in estimates provided for work that needs to be completed."

Response time5 hrs

Recommended by50%of homeowners

Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

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In business since 2015

Customers say: Quick response

"They are fantastic. They are great people."

Response time7 hrs

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

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Small jobs welcome

Barefoot sprinklers offers fill sprinkler service and new installation as well as sod installation

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First Choice Heating & Air Conditioning

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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+2 more

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"They responded promptly quickly diagnosed my issue and gave recommendations. Fixed my ac right up and quickly cooling the house down. Will definitely call them again if anything else happens."

Response time1 day

Recommended by81%of homeowners

Central A/C - Service or RepairCentral A/C - Service or Repair - For Business

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

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"I would recommend them to anyone"

Response time2 hrs

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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North Alabama Technical Services

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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+3 more

Serving Amarillo, TX and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Computer did the "gotta send info to Microsoft" but when tried to reboot it ran through automatic repair without success. I did all the alternative without any success. He came and picked up the hard drive on Tuesday and returned it on Saturday. Fortunately he was able to "restore" without any data loss. Very happy with outcome."

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Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

If refrigerant levels are low, it can cause the evaporator coil to freeze up. Low freon causes a drop in pressure, which will make the coil too cold and cause moisture to freeze on the coil. Your system may be low on refrigerant because of a leak.

Make sure to have maintenance performed twice a year, and contact your local HVAC technician if you suspect your system has low freon levels.

No, it isn’t necessarily bad to turn your AC on and off frequently—contrary to popular belief. Even if you stop and start your AC throughout the day, it won’t use as much energy as it would if you ran it nonstop.

If you’re concerned about your power consumption and energy costs, there are a few simple ways to use your AC more efficiently. Regularly cleaning the filters, scheduling routine maintenance, and using a programmable thermostat are all great choices.

The cost to replace an AC evaporator coil is typically between $600 and $2,500, with an average cost around $1,300 to $1,350. The price of the coil itself can range from $550 to $1,100, depending on the brand, size, and style, with professional labor adding around $700. Replacing a condenser coil is generally less expensive, costing about $800. Because this repair involves handling refrigerants, it requires a licensed AC professional. Regular inspections, which cost between $200 and $600, can help prevent costly coil replacements.

Swamp coolers cost approximately 50 percent less to install than central air conditioners and cost less to run. Operation costs depend on the size of the unit and home, your climate, utility rates in your area, and the system’s efficiency. Swamp coolers use 15 to 35 percent less power than air conditioners.

It is possible to add air conditioning to an older home, but it can be very expensive to do so. Expect to pay anywhere from $6,000 to $17,000 or more for the ductwork and AC unit. You’ll also have to hack into the home’s walls and ceilings to add ductwork, which can impact the aesthetics of an old home.

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