AC Repair in Georgetown, TX
Georgetown HVAC Services provides AC repair in Georgetown, TX, with same-day service and a written flat-rate quote before any work starts. Call (737) 221-4420 at any hour and tell us what your system is doing.
Match the Symptom to a Possible Cause
An air conditioner usually gives clues before anyone opens a panel. This table links common symptoms to possible causes.
Treat it as a starting point. One symptom can have several causes, and only testing confirms the real one.
| What you notice | Possible cause | What we test |
|---|---|---|
| Warm air from the vents | Clogged filter, low refrigerant, weak capacitor or compressor trouble | Airflow, refrigerant charge and electrical parts |
| Outdoor unit hums but the fan stays still | Weak capacitor or failing fan motor | Capacitor reading and motor condition |
| System will not start | Tripped breaker, thermostat fault or an open safety switch | Power supply, thermostat and controls |
| Ice on the indoor coil or copper lines | Restricted airflow or low refrigerant | Filter, blower, coil and charge |
| Water around the indoor unit | Clogged condensate drain or full drain pan | Drain line, pan and float switch |
| Short, frequent cycles | Dirty coil, thermostat fault or electrical problem | Coil, thermostat and system controls |
| Squealing or rattling | Worn motor bearing or a loose part | Fan motors, blower and mounting hardware |
| Breaker trips again and again | Electrical short or failing compressor | Wiring, contactor and compressor draw |
Parts Behind Many Repair Calls
A few small parts explain a lot of the table above. Knowing their jobs makes our explanation easier to follow.
A capacitor stores electrical energy. It gives the fan motor and compressor the push they need to start.
A contactor is a switch. It sends power to the outdoor unit when the thermostat calls for cooling.
The condensate drain carries away water that the indoor coil pulls from the air. Algae and dirt can clog that line over time.
Refrigerant moves heat from inside to outside. It circulates in a sealed loop, so a low charge can point to a leak.
Central Texas summers regularly pass 95 degrees F, and winters are mild with occasional cold snaps. A worn part may survive a mild spring and then fail under a heavier cooling load.
What You Can Safely Check First
A few simple checks can save you a call. None of them requires tools or opening the equipment.
- Thermostat: Confirm it is set to cool and set below room temperature. Replace the batteries if the display is blank.
- Filter: Pull it out and look at it. Replace it if you cannot see light through it.
- Breaker: Reset a tripped breaker one time. If it trips again, leave it off and call us.
- Outdoor unit: Clear leaves, grass clippings and stored items from around the cabinet.
- Vents: Open closed vents and move furniture away from returns.
- Ice: Turn cooling off if you see ice on the lines, and let the ice melt before running it again.
Please stop there. Leave panels, refrigerant and gas parts alone, because those parts can injure you or damage the system.
If you smell gas, leave the building and call 911 or your gas utility. Call us once everyone is safe.
What Happens Before You See a Price
Our technician texts you when en route. On site, we listen to what you noticed, then test the system instead of guessing from the symptom.
Next, we show you what failed and explain it in plain words. You then receive a written flat-rate quote that names the repair and its price.
A flat rate is a set price for a defined job. You see that price in writing before we begin.
No work starts before you have that quote in hand. The decision stays with you, and we will not push extras you do not need.
What shapes a repair quote
We do not publish repair prices, because the price depends on what testing finds. These factors usually shape the number on your quote:
- The failed part, since a capacitor and a compressor are very different jobs
- The refrigerant type, if the system needs a charge
- Access to the equipment, such as an attic or a tight closet
- Related damage, such as a burned wire beside a failed part
The hour of the call is not on that list. Nights, weekends and holidays carry no emergency surcharge, and our emergency HVAC service runs 24 hours, 7 days.
Parts on the Truck
Our trucks stock common parts. Most repairs finish the same day when the part is on the truck.
Some parts are not on the truck, particularly model-specific ones. In that case, we tell you what is missing and explain the next step before we leave.
When a Repair Stops Making Sense
Sometimes a repair is the right call, and sometimes it is money poorly spent. We give you honest advice on both, and we show you our reasoning.
Repeat failures, a refrigerant leak on an aging unit or compressor trouble can all raise the question. In those cases, we can walk you through AC replacement with a free estimate.
Plenty of failures also start small. Dirty coils and clogged drains are routine items on our AC maintenance visits, so a tune-up may catch them early.
Systems We Work On
Arthur Thomas, our owner and lead technician, brings 15 years of hands-on HVAC experience to this work. Georgetown HVAC Services is licensed and insured under Texas TDLR license TACLA142610C.
We repair systems running R-410A, R-454B and older R-22 refrigerant. We are a Bryant dealer, and our brand specialties are Carrier, Lennox and American Standard.
We also work on Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Goodman, Rheem and Trane equipment. Our customers are homeowners and light-commercial property owners in ZIP codes 78626, 78628 and 78633, plus nearby Round Rock and Hutto.
Frequently asked questions
Why is my AC running but not cooling the house?
Possible causes include a clogged filter, a dirty coil, low refrigerant, a weak capacitor or compressor trouble. Check the thermostat setting and the filter, and call us if the air stays warm. We test the system and then give you a written flat-rate quote.
How soon can you repair my air conditioner?
We offer same-day service for repairs and diagnostics, and we are open 24 hours, 7 days. Most repairs finish the same day when the part is on the truck. Your technician texts you when en route, but we do not promise a specific arrival time.
Why does my AC keep tripping the breaker?
A repeat trip can point to an electrical short, a failing motor or compressor trouble. The breaker is cutting power to protect the system, so reset it one time only. If it trips again, leave it off and call us, because repeated resets can worsen the damage.
Should I add refrigerant if my AC is low?
Refrigerant circulates in a sealed loop and does not get used up, so a low charge can point to a leak. Please leave the lines alone and call us. We check the charge, look for the cause and explain your options on a written quote before any work starts.
Can you still fix my old R-22 air conditioner?
Yes, we service older R-22 systems as well as R-410A and R-454B equipment. We test the system first, then tell you plainly if a repair is sensible for its age and fault. You get our honest advice and a written quote either way.
Do you charge more for AC repair at night or on weekends?
No, we do not add an emergency surcharge for nights, weekends or holidays. A failed capacitor at midnight gets the same flat-rate approach as one at noon. You receive the written quote before any work starts, so you can read the price first and then decide how to proceed.
Tell Us What Your AC Is Doing
Call Georgetown HVAC Services at (737) 221-4420, day or night. You get a written flat-rate quote before any work starts.