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Heat pump repair in San Bernardino, CA
A San Bernardino heat pump faces long, hot, dusty summers that wear on every part, then a short heating season. Golden Comfort AC & Heating Repair repairs heat pumps in San Bernardino, Rialto and Fontana in every major brand.
A typical repair runs $275 to $600. We explain the cause and the price before any work begins.
The price in plain numbers
Most San Bernardino heat pump repairs run about $275 to $600, and larger repairs run $1,350 to $2,900. A diagnostic call is typically $79 to $119. See the heat pump repair pricing guide.
| Repair | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Service call | $79 to $119 |
| Average common repair | $275 to $600 |
| Average major repair | $1,350 to $2,900 |
| Capacitor replacement | $180 to $380 |
| Contactor replacement | $180 to $420 |
| Defrost control board | $320 to $750 |
| Reversing valve replacement | $750 to $1,800 |
| Electric auxiliary heat strip | $350 to $850 |
| Condenser fan motor | $420 to $850 |
| Refrigerant leak detection and repair | $450 to $1,800 |
| Compressor replacement | $1,700 to $3,400 |
Examples of our work
The problems we fix most here
Refrigerant leaks
Cooling fades, air feels cool instead of cold and ice may show on the lines. The leak has to be found and fixed.
Capacitor and electrical failures
Long summer run times wear out capacitors and contactors. The outdoor unit hums, the fan will not turn or the breaker trips.
Undersized or leaky ductwork
The heat pump runs hard while some rooms never comfortable.
Frozen evaporator coils
Usually low airflow or low refrigerant. Turn the system off and call.
A maintenance checklist that prevents breakdowns
Safe for you to do
- Change the air filter on schedule and check it monthly in summer
- Clear leaves and debris from the outdoor unit
- Check thermostat settings and batteries
- Look over exposed ductwork for gaps
Best left to a technician
- Test refrigerant levels
- Flush the condensate drain line
- Straighten bent condenser fins
- Test capacitors and electrical connections
What happens on a repair visit
- Tell us what is happening. The mode, the symptoms and anything that came before.
- Quick checks. Power, settings and filter.
- Full diagnosis. Parts, refrigerant side, airflow and controls.
- Your options. Repair, patch or replace, with prices side by side.
- Repair and test. The mode that failed gets tested before we leave.
Repair or replace?
A young system with one failed part is usually worth repairing. A compressor failure on a system over 10 years old, a leaking coil or two major repairs within two years usually points to replacement.
See heat pump installation in San Bernardino.
Leave refrigerant and electrical work to a technician. Refrigerant work requires federal certification.
Before you call, three checks that sometimes save a visit
- Look at the thermostat setting and batteries.
- Replace a dirty filter and clear the outdoor unit.
- Check the breaker once. If it trips again, leave it off.
If none of that helps, call, and tell us what you saw.
When the real problem is the ducts
Many older Inland Empire homes have ducts that leak into a hot attic or were sized for a smaller system. A heat pump connected to those ducts runs hard and still leaves rooms uncomfortable.
If repairs keep returning, we test the duct system before you spend more on equipment.
Where we serve
We serve San Bernardino, Rialto, Fontana, Colton, Highland, Redlands, Loma Linda and Ontario. See AC repair in San Bernardino, furnace repair in San Bernardino and HVAC in San Bernardino.
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 heat pump repair cost in San Bernardino, CA?
Most repairs run about $275 to $600. Major repairs run $1,350 to $2,900. The diagnostic call is typically $79 to $119.
Do you repair heat pumps in Rialto and Fontana?
Yes. We serve Rialto and Fontana along with San Bernardino.
Why is my heat pump frozen?
Low airflow or low refrigerant. Turn the system off, run the fan to thaw it and call.
Do you offer emergency repair?
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.