Frozen evaporator coil
Usually from a clogged filter or low airflow. Turn cooling off, run the fan to thaw it and call.
AC Repair in Magna, UT
Magna has a true four season climate, with hot, bone dry summers after freezing, snowy winters, and a system that has to switch from heating to cooling and back. Golden Comfort AC & Heating Repair repairs air conditioners and heat pumps in Magna and across the Salt Lake Valley, with emergency service 24/7.
The price in plain numbers
Most Magna AC repairs run about $190 to $440, and larger repairs run $1,150 to $2,750. A diagnostic call is typically $69 to $109. See the AC repair pricing guide.
| Repair | Typical cost in Magna |
|---|---|
| Service call | $69 to $109 |
| Average minor repair | $190 to $440 |
| Average major repair | $1,150 to $2,750 |
| Capacitor replacement | $150 to $350 |
| Refrigerant leak search and repair | $400 to $1,600 |
Examples of our work
Dust, particulates and the filter
Magna grew up around mining and smelting, and the Salt Lake Valley is known for winter inversions that trap haze and fine particles. Airborne dust and particulate matter put a heavy load on filters.
A clogged filter cuts airflow and is a direct path to a frozen evaporator coil, which is one of the most common AC calls here.
Check the filter monthly in summer and after bad air days, and ask us which filter your system can handle. A thicker filter than the system was built for can strain the blower.
Common AC problems
Failed capacitor
A hum from the outdoor unit with a still fan. Do not keep forcing it to start.
Refrigerant leaks
Cooling fades slowly, and the leak has to be found and fixed.
Strain after a hard winter
A system that sat through snow and freezes may show wear in the first heat wave.
Older homes, no ducts
Many older brick ramblers and cottages in Magna have little or no central ductwork. We spend a lot of time on ductless mini splits and on wall units that were sized wrong.
What happens on a visit
- You tell us what the system is doing.
- We check the basics. Thermostat, filter, breaker and airflow.
- We test and measure. Electrical parts, refrigerant pressures, temperature drop and motors.
- You get the options and the price before work begins.
- We repair and test it.
A summer plan after a hard winter
In spring
Have the system checked before the first hot week. Cold, snow and freeze cycles can leave a unit with wear, and a tune up finds it.
On inversion and smoke days
Check the filter, since fine particles load it quickly, and use AirNow to see when air quality is poor. A clogged filter leads to a frozen evaporator coil.
During a heat wave
Hold a steady setting, close blinds on west windows and watch the filter. If a room is much hotter than the rest, tell us when you call.
Wall units and window units
In older homes without ducts, wall units are sometimes the only cooling. If yours was sized wrong, it runs constantly and still struggles, and a ductless mini split is often a better answer.
See the ductless mini split pricing guide.
Older homes and older equipment in Magna
Magna has a lot of established housing. The city's own General Plan housing chapter shows a little over a quarter of its homes were built before 1970.
That does not tell us the age of any one air conditioner, because many have been replaced since. It does explain the calls we get most: older condensers, worn electrical parts, dirty indoor coils and airflow that was never rebalanced after a remodel.
On every visit we check the data plate for the real installation date and the condition of the equipment before we talk about repair or replacement.
Where we work in Magna
Older residential streets across 84044
Expect us to look at older condensers, aging electrical parts, dirty indoor coils and clogged condensate drains. We tell you plainly if a system that keeps breaking down is worth another repair.
Magna Main Street and central Magna
Older buildings and remodeled homes often have changed ductwork and rooms that no longer cool evenly. We start with airflow, returns and dampers.
Newer subdivisions and remodeled homes
Here the cause is more often thermostat set-up, airflow balance or equipment that does not match the home's cooling load. If the system is still under a manufacturer or installer warranty, we confirm the terms before quoting a repair.
Salt Lake City and nearby neighborhoods
Our Magna team also serves Salt Lake City and the neighborhoods around it. Call and we will confirm timing for your address.
What we check first, by symptom
| What you notice | What we check first |
|---|---|
| AC runs but blows warm air | Capacitor, contactor, compressor operation, refrigerant circuit and outdoor coil |
| AC turns on and off repeatedly | Airflow, coil temperature, electrical connections and control safeties |
| Weak airflow or rooms not cooling | Filter, evaporator coil, blower, ductwork and dampers |
| Frozen evaporator coil | Airflow restrictions, blower performance and refrigerant charge or leaks |
| Water around the furnace or air handler | Condensate drain, trap, drain pan and condensate pump if fitted |
| AC will not start | Breaker, disconnect, wiring, low-voltage controls and capacitor |
| High electric bill | Runtime, dirty coils, airflow, duct leakage and system efficiency |
Parts that fail on older Magna systems
The usual list is refrigerant leaks, failed capacitors, worn contactors, condenser fan motors and compressor problems. When a system has broken down more than once, we say so and lay out repair against replacement, with prices, before any work starts.
Sometimes the unit is fine and the trouble is in the house: filter restrictions, blower settings, thermostat configuration, duct leakage, zoning dampers where installed, or equipment that was never matched to the home's cooling load.
We check those before suggesting anything larger.
Where we serve
We serve Magna, Salt Lake City, West Valley City, Taylorsville, Kearns, West Jordan, Murray and Midvale. See furnace repair in Magna, HVAC in Magna and all of our locations.
Brands we service
We repair and install all major brands. Each brand page lists the models we install, the problems we see most and what the warranty typically covers. See how we match a technician to your brand.
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Common questions
How much does AC repair cost in Magna, UT?
Most repairs run about $190 to $440. Major repairs run $1,150 to $2,750. The diagnostic call is typically $69 to $109.
Why does my AC freeze up?
A clogged filter or low airflow is most common here. Turn cooling off, run the fan and call us.
Do you install ductless units in older homes?
Yes. See heat pump installation in Magna.
Is my Magna home's AC likely to be old?
Possibly. A little over a quarter of Magna's homes were built before 1970, but many have had equipment replaced. We check the data plate on yours instead of guessing.
Do you serve Salt Lake City too?
Yes. Our Magna team also serves Salt Lake City and nearby neighborhoods. Call and we will confirm timing for your address.
My AC runs but the house is still warm. What do you check?
The outdoor coil, capacitor, contactor and compressor, then the refrigerant circuit and airflow.
Why is there water by my furnace or air handler?
Usually a clogged condensate drain, trap or drain pan. We clear it and look for what caused it.
Is it worth repairing an older AC?
It depends on the repair, the system's age and how often it has failed. We give you both prices before work starts.
Do you offer emergency service?
Yes, 24/7.
Talk to a person
Call any hour for emergency service, or reach us during business hours for a visit or a quote.