When your HVAC system fails, the first steps matter. Check the thermostat settings, circuit breaker, and air filter before calling a contractor — these fix about 20% of “emergency” calls. If those don’t work, Palmetto HVAC connects you with licensed contractors who respond fast. Most repairs cost $150–$2,500.
A licensed HVAC contractor calls you back — usually within the hour.
When your system stops working, every minute matters. The contractors in the Palmetto HVAC network prioritize emergency requests and are dispatched to arrive the same day in most metro areas.
Compressor failures, refrigerant leaks, frozen evaporator coils, blower motor faults, and capacitor replacements. Emergency and scheduled.
Heat exchanger cracks, igniter and flame sensor failures, draft inducer issues, gas valve faults, and limit switch diagnostics.
Reversing valve failures, defrost board issues, refrigerant recharge, and full heating and cooling mode diagnostics.
System failures during extreme heat or cold. After-hours contractor availability through the network for urgent situations.
Pre-season inspections, coil cleaning, filter service, refrigerant level checks, and electrical safety inspections.
Smart thermostat installation, control board replacements, wiring repairs, and zoning system diagnostics.
Don’t wait. Emergency requests are flagged and routed faster than standard service calls. Callbacks typically arrive within the hour.
Before calling: verify thermostat settings, check the circuit breaker, replace the filter if clogged, and confirm the outdoor unit isn’t obstructed. These fix roughly 20% of calls. If none work, contact us immediately.
Palmetto HVAC flags your request as urgent and routes it to the first available licensed contractor in your area. They call you back — usually within the hour, sometimes faster.
The contractor arrives, diagnoses on-site, and provides a written quote. Where parts are available, repairs begin the same visit. No unnecessary delays when your system is down in extreme weather.
These ranges reflect current national averages for residential HVAC repairs. Final quotes depend on brand, system age, parts availability, and local labor rates.
| Repair Type | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Capacitor replacement | $150 – $350 |
| Refrigerant recharge (R-410A / R-32) | $200 – $600 |
| Blower motor replacement | $400 – $900 |
| Evaporator coil repair or replacement | $650 – $1,800 |
| Compressor replacement | $800 – $2,500 |
| Furnace heat exchanger repair | $600 – $1,800 |
| Igniter or flame sensor replacement | $150 – $400 |
| Emergency after-hours surcharge | +$75 – $150 |
Estimates based on national industry averages as of 2026. Your contractor provides a firm written quote on-site before work begins.
Emergency requests go to the front of the queue. A licensed contractor will call you back fast.
Mon–Sun · Emergency callbacks available 24/7 through network contractors
We’ll match you with a licensed contractor in your area.