These days, air conditioning (AC) is no longer a luxury. When outdoor temperatures soar, you want the cool comfort an air conditioning system brings to your Virginia home.
At Vailes, our team of heating and cooling experts can help you manage the level of comfort you want. As a company, we stay current on our professional education and training to bring top technologies and techniques to you. You can rest assured we will recommend exactly what you need.
With our years of experience in the Fishersville, VA, area, you can rely on us for your air conditioner’s installation, replacement, repair, and maintenance. We work with all makes and models of air conditioners, so that is never a concern for you. Your satisfaction means everything to us.
How Much Money Can a New Air Conditioner Save You?
Our SEER2 (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio 2) energy savings calculator can help determine how much you could save on your utility bills. Simply enter your current unit’s SEER value and compare it to a newer, more efficient SEER2 unit. You can even customize it to better match your home’s system for a more accurate calculation.
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Air Conditioning Installation and Replacement
If your air conditioner has reached the point where repairs no longer do the job or your home’s energy efficiency is at an all-time low, you may need a new system. When your Fishersville, VA, home is ready for a new or replacement air conditioner, our Vailes professionals will install your cooling system without delay.
How do you know if you need a replacement air conditioner? Here are some of the most common issues. Your unit is:
- Approaching the end of its life span, usually between 15 and 20 years
Efficiency decreases as your system gets closer to the end of its life. You want to act proactively to plan what your replacement purchase will be instead of acting reactively when your system unexpectedly quits. This can save you money.
- Experiencing more and more repairs
Similar to when your car requires more and more repairs, there comes a time for evaluation. Are you spending more in repairs than it would cost to invest in a new system? If the answer is yes, call and talk to one of our knowledgeable team members to discuss your options.
- Showing signs of running inefficiently
How can you tell if your air conditioner is running inefficiently? A good indication is if your energy bills are increasing and your utility company’s rates remain steady.
This typically demonstrates it’s taking longer for your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system to cool down your Virginia home to your preferred comfort level. Your system is running longer and using more energy than it should in this case—an increase in energy costs.
If you notice any of these signs, or if you suspect another reason for needing an air conditioning installation, talk to one of our Vailes team members. We will design a system best matched for your comfort needs and budget. Our experts are always here to help you.
We also offer several financing options, with approved credit, to help if this is a concern. Contact us to discuss how our team can guide you through our process.
Air Conditioning Repairs
Not having your air conditioner working on the hottest of days in Virginia can be exasperating. Whenever you need a repair, let our heating and cooling experts quickly remedy it for you.
There are many ways your air conditioner can stop working in its normal capacity. A few symptoms that could lead to an AC repair are:
- Hearing an unusual noise
- Smelling an unusual odor like burning
- Feeling warm air coming from your vents
- Noticing your air conditioner is frozen
- Leaking water
These symptoms mean you have an issue with your air conditioner. Ignoring problems usually only makes them bigger and more costly. Our recommendation is to have one of our Vailes team members promptly diagnose and repair the issue for you.
Sometimes a repair turns into an emergency. Give us a call when it’s urgent. We are here 24/7 for you.
When you do need our professionals to make a repair, you can count on it staying repaired. We make our repairs right the first time—and only use the highest quality parts and materials when working on your system. Our experts are always here for you.
Air Conditioning Maintenance
Keeping your air conditioner in its best operating condition is your goal. You want your system inspected, cleaned, and tuned up on a regular basis to help avoid unexpected and costly repairs and breakdowns.
Routine air conditioning maintenance by our trained and experienced Vailes team helps your air conditioner cool your Fishersville, VA, home efficiently and reliably. With annual professional care, you may experience maintenance benefits such as improved energy efficiency, extended system life span, and decreased emergencies.
We recommend having our experts prep your air conditioner before you use it for the first time in the spring to give you consistent cooling all season.
To help you manage your maintenance, talk to us about our maintenance program, Vailes Service Plans. Your air conditioner tune-up and inspection are part of the plan, so call and speak with one of our educated and friendly team members about our program today.
Trust Vailes With All Your Air Conditioning Needs
We provide all the services you need to achieve the level of cooling comfort you want in your Fishersville, VA, home from your air conditioner. Call Vailes at 540-942-0198 or request service online today to schedule your air conditioning installation, replacement, repair, or maintenance.
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“Michael is very professional and detailed in his work. We are always very pleased with his work.”
Casey is very professional, courteous, knowledgeable and skilled. He’s also willing and patient to take the time to answer questions or concerns and to explain technical or service related issues. I trust and appreciate his expertise and care. I highly recommend Vailes!
I have been a Vailes customer for many years and have only experienced consistent customer care and service in the Vailes tradition. .Technician Casey Hiett followed in the high standards Vailes is known for; he called to inform me of his expected arrival time, introduced himself and his co-worker, proceeded with a thorough explanation of the work he would perform, made sure I understood the process and asked if I had any additional questions for him. The assessment included checking the unit both inside and outside in a prompt manner. He was professional in his assessment and the results and recommendations were clear and easy to understand. Both technicians used booties when they entered my home, which I appreciated. In my experience, Vailes hires only experienced and qualified technicians; courteous and knowledgeable .
Thank you Michael for your wonderful service I appreciate you so much taking your time to fix our air conditioner. And giving us good advice. Thank you again and have a blessed day ☺️
Jake, Casey, and Lance came to help us with our AC on a HOT July day ~ they were FABULOUS! Our AC went out on a Saturday night, and Jake called us right back. We asked if he could come the very next morning ~ we were working for six hours (forecast to be very hot) and we crate our shepherd while we're away and didn't want him that hot for that long. Jake showed up at 8 am, as scheduled, and he got it working within 90 minutes or so. However, he cautioned us that our unit was pretty dirty (it's outside) and that that could be keeping the unit from running efficiently. It had also tripped our breaker, and he said that the breaker could be the issue. Anyway, it worked, and we were happy and left to work. When we returned, the AC was off again, and the breaker had been tripped, so we flipped it, got it working, but then it went off again. But the house was 78 ~ cool enough for our long haired dog. Jake was SO courteous and sweet and desirous of making sure we were all taken care (in addition to being professional). Jake had been SO helpful in giving us extensive information (lest something went wrong again) that we knew what to ask for when we called again Monday morning. Within two hours, Casey and his apprentice Lance came out ~ also SO friendly, sweet, knowledgeable, and professional. We felt most comfortable with all three of them in our home. They had it running in 90 minutes after replacing our breaker and cleaning the unit. We decided to go ahead and buy a service agreement (should have done it the last time they were out a year before when we just wanted maintenance), so now they'll be out to maintain it every six months. Our unit is 10 years old, so right now we're just hoping it lasts another few years. But bottom line: they were FAST, efficient, and most sweet and personable. We are thrilled with their service (and thankful for their haste so we didn't have to worry about our dog overheating!) Whenever I call (during business hours), I never have to be on hold or leave a message ~ Laura always answers. And when I called Saturday night to leave a message, I got a call back in less than 20 minutes. Seriously ~ who offers that kind of service any more? The guy who came out last year (I unfortunately don't remember his name) was also wonderful. VERY happy with this company and grateful for their prompt attention to our urgent need! Wish other service providers were this reliable.
Michael did a fantastic job replacing my rain tight disconnect and belt drive blower motor. He is extremely knowledgeable, incredibly competent, and so very professional. His attention to detail is really amazing – I feel very confident in the quality of his work! Thank you!
Michael was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and polite. He quickly determined what the issues were and was able to handle the repair/maintenance items right away. I'm so pleased with this company!
Great and quick. Cooled before I knew it
I am very pleased with the service and that Jake was willing to come out and repair my AC on a Sunday night. Jake was a very pleasant gentleman