Fairfax Station, VA
HVAC Repair in Fairfax Station, VA
We repair heat pumps, central air and gas or propane furnaces in Fairfax Station, including the upstairs that never cools down. The repair is quoted before we touch a part.
Appliance Surgeon offers same-day and next-day visits to Fairfax Station homes and buildings. The $75 diagnostic visit is credited to the repair, the price is quoted before any work starts, and every repair carries a 90-day parts-and-labor warranty.
★★★★★ 4.9 · 480 Google reviewsRead customer reviews
HVAC Repair
Schedule service in Fairfax Station
Same-day and next-day visits.
Open 7 days until 10 PM (Sundays from 10 AM)
Diagnostic visit: $75, or $115 for a double unit.
Credited toward your repair when you approve the quote.
90-day warranty on parts and labor, and a written quote before any work starts.
Fairfax Station notes
Heating and cooling larger Fairfax Station houses
Many larger houses in Fairfax Station have two systems, one for the main floors and one for upstairs, or a single system split into zones. When one floor is uncomfortable and the other is fine, we start with that floor's equipment, its thermostat and its ductwork, and on zoned systems, the dampers.
Houses without natural gas usually heat with a heat pump and electric backup, and some use a propane furnace. A heat pump that blows cool air for a few minutes in winter is probably defrosting, which is normal. One that runs on backup heat all the time isn't normal, and it shows up on the electric bill.
Propane furnaces are worth checking before winter: the tank level, the regulator and a clean flame sensor all matter. A furnace that lights and then shuts off after a few seconds very often has a dirty flame sensor.
In summer, the usual call is an outdoor unit that won't start. A hum with no fan, or a fan that spins slowly, often means a failed capacitor. Turn the system off until it's checked so the compressor isn't damaged.
Repair details
Before the technician arrives
The checklist our technicians follow on every visit is on the HVAC Repair page.
Before the visit:
Replace only the filter if needed, note thermostat settings and stop operation if you smell burning or see water around equipment.
Helpful guides
HVAC Repair guides from our technicians
Before you book in Fairfax Station, VA, these guides explain the most common symptoms, which checks are safe to try yourself, and when a technician should take over. All guides.
More services in Fairfax Station, VA
What else does Appliance Surgeon repair in Fairfax Station, VA?
Refrigerators, freezers, washers, dryers, dishwashers, ovens, stoves, cooktops, microwaves, range hoods, wine coolers and HVAC systems, all in Fairfax Station, VA; pick the one you need.
Refrigerator Repair
in Fairfax Station, VAWasher Repair
in Fairfax Station, VADryer Repair
in Fairfax Station, VADishwasher Repair
in Fairfax Station, VAFreezer Repair
in Fairfax Station, VAOven Repair
in Fairfax Station, VACooktop Repair
in Fairfax Station, VAStove Repair
in Fairfax Station, VAMicrowave Repair
in Fairfax Station, VARange Hood Repair
in Fairfax Station, VAWine Cooler Repair
in Fairfax Station, VA
Nearby coverage
Where else do we repair heating and cooling systems near Fairfax Station?
We also provide HVAC repair in Fairfax City, VA, HVAC repair in Annandale, VA, HVAC repair in Springfield, VA, HVAC repair in Vienna, VA and HVAC repair in Lorton, VA.
This location is part of our HVAC repair coverage across the DC metro area. See all appliance repair services in Fairfax Station, VA.
Neighborhoods we regularly cover in Fairfax Station, VA: Burke Centre, Crosspointe and South Run.
Frequently asked questions
HVAC Repair in Fairfax Station, VA FAQ
Can someone come fix my AC or furnace today in Fairfax Station?
We're based in Alexandria, about 15 miles from Fairfax Station. Same-day and next-day appointments are available when the technician route has open windows; call or book online for the earliest option. Urgent heating and cooling visits cost the same standard rate any day of the week, evenings included, right up to 10 PM. Hours run 8 AM to 10 PM Monday through Saturday and 10 AM to 10 PM on Sunday.
Many HVAC repairs are completed in a single visit once the technician has diagnosed the fault and confirmed the parts on hand. If a specific part has to be ordered, we schedule a short return visit to finish the job.
What does HVAC repair cost in Fairfax Station?
Appliance Surgeon charges $75 for the diagnostic visit, or $115 for a double unit (such as a double wall oven, washer-dryer combo or stacked laundry), and the fee is credited toward the repair if you approve the quote. Capacitors, igniters and sensors are common, affordable repairs; compressors and refrigerant work cost more. Every visit runs the same way - diagnosis, then a firm quote you approve before repair. Urgent no-heat and no-cooling calls in Fairfax Station, VA get priority scheduling. Typical HVAC price ranges are in our repair cost guide.
What heating and cooling problems do you fix in Fairfax Station?
Common calls include AC not cooling, heat not working, thermostat problems, weak airflow, system short cycling and unusual HVAC noise. The exact cause is confirmed during diagnosis.
My upstairs is much warmer than downstairs in summer. Can you fix that?
Often. A separate upstairs system may be low on refrigerant or held back by a clogged filter or coil. With one zoned system, a stuck damper or a thermostat problem is common. We check the equipment and the airflow and tell you what will actually help.
Do you repair propane furnaces?
Propane furnaces use the same kinds of igniters, flame sensors, inducer motors, pressure switches and control boards as natural gas furnaces, and we repair them. The tank and fuel delivery are your supplier's side, so check the tank gauge first if the furnace won't light.
Should I try to fix the system myself first?
Two safe checks solve a surprising share of calls: fresh thermostat batteries and a clean filter - a clogged filter can shut a system down on its own safety limits. Beyond that, leave it to a technician. And if you ever smell gas, leave the home and call your gas company or 911 before anything else.