Is $1,500 to attempt to repair an A/C unit that wouldn't shut off and had no cold air a fair price?
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My A/C blower wouldn't shut off and there was no cold air. I paid $1500 for a repair that didn't fix the issue, and now the technician wants an additional $1000 for a new control board, which I feel is due to him not doing a thorough job initially. I'm out $1500, still have a non-operational A/C unit, and am struggling financially. It's an 18-year-old unit, and the A-coil is rusty, leading me to suspect mounting problems. I've purchased a 10,000 BTU portable AC unit for my 1000 sq ft house, which is undersized, and I'm relying on fans. I'm in Texas, where it's hot and humid.
Quote Details
This quote was for an attempt to repair an 18-year-old Goodman A/C unit that was experiencing issues with the blower not shutting off and no cold air. The repair, costing $1500, was ultimately unsuccessful in resolving the primary issue, leading to a new problem being identified. - Initial agreed work: Relay replacement, cleaning, and leak seal application - Specific actions performed: Replacement of a "synchronizer", "pull and clean" service, and application of an external sealer - Outcome: Unit remained non-operational; a new issue with the control board was identified after the repair attempt, accompanied by a smell of burned plastic.
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Category
HVAC
Price
$1,500
Quote Date
June 15, 2025
Location
Texas
Home Size
1,000 sq ft
Brand/model
Goodman A/C unit
System type
Air conditioner
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