AC Repair in Dunn Loring, VA
If the house in Dunn Loring won't drop below 78 on a hot afternoon, the cause is usually one of a handful of things: a failing capacitor, a dirty condenser coil, a refrigerant leak or a frozen evaporator coil. Reliable HVAC McLean serves Dunn Loring, Merrifield and Mosaic District. We answer 24/7, including nights and weekends.
What usually goes wrong
- Outdoor fan or compressor not starting
- Frozen suction line or indoor coil
- Water around the air handler or a full drain pan
- Upstairs much warmer than downstairs
- Musty smell when the AC first turns on
How we handle ac repair
We start by measuring: temperature split across the coil, refrigerant pressures, capacitor readings and amp draw. Those numbers tell us what actually failed, so you're not paying for guesses.
About Dunn Loring homes
Homes in Dunn Loring are mostly older ramblers and Cape Cods mixed with newer townhouses and condos around the Mosaic District and the Metro. Older Dunn Loring houses often have ductwork that was sized for a smaller system, while the newer townhouses near the Metro usually run heat pumps with attic air handlers. Those details shape how we approach ac repair in Dunn Loring: what equipment we expect to find, where it sits and how the ductwork is likely laid out.
Cost and timing
Most AC repairs come down to a part like a capacitor, contactor or fan motor and are finished the same visit. Refrigerant leaks and compressor problems cost more, and on an older system we'll lay out the repair price next to a replacement price so you can decide.
Questions we hear
Is it worth repairing a 15-year-old air conditioner?
Sometimes. If the repair is small and the coil and compressor are healthy, yes. If it's a compressor or a major leak, we'll show you both prices honestly.
Why is there ice on my AC lines?
Usually restricted airflow from a dirty filter or coil, or low refrigerant. Turn the system off to let it thaw and give us a call.
Do you work throughout Dunn Loring?
Yes, from Merrifield to Pine Ridge and the streets off Gallows Road, Lee Highway and Cedar Lane.
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Furnace Repair Heat Pump Repair & Service 24/7 Emergency HVAC Repair HVAC Tune-Up & Maintenance Ductless Mini-Split Installation Thermostat Installation Air Duct Cleaning All services in Dunn Loring
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