Clear, Professional HVAC Repair
When your heating or cooling system stops working, our technicians focus on a careful diagnosis, a clear explanation, and practical repair options for your home or business.
The Metalsmiths Difference
Our repair process begins with the system in front of us—not a predetermined sales outcome. We inspect the equipment, identify the likely cause, and explain the available options in plain language.
When repair is appropriate, we will say so. When replacement deserves consideration, we will explain the reasons, expected tradeoffs, and estimated cost before you decide.
Our Clear Recommendation Promise
We will explain what we found, what the proposed work includes, and what it is expected to cost. You will receive the information needed to choose between repair, monitoring, and replacement without unnecessary pressure.
What We Repair
Our technicians service major HVAC brands and a wide range of residential and light-commercial system types. We will confirm whether we can support your equipment when you schedule.
Furnace Repairs
Gas, electric, and oil furnaces. Igniter problems, blower motors, heat exchangers, thermostats, and more.
AC Repairs
Central air and ductless systems. Refrigerant issues, compressors, fan motors, frozen coils, electrical problems.
Heat Pump Repairs
All heat pump types. Defrost issues, refrigerant, reversing valves, compressors, thermostat problems.
Ductwork Repairs
Leaky ducts, disconnected sections, damaged insulation, airflow problems.
Our Repair Process
- Schedule: Call us or fill out our contact form. We'll get you on the schedule as quickly as possible—often same-day.
- Diagnose: Our technician arrives, listens to what you're experiencing, and thoroughly inspects your system.
- Explain: We review what we found, the proposed repair, and the estimated cost before work begins.
- Approve: You decide whether and how to proceed.
- Repair: Most repairs are completed in a single visit. We stock common parts on our trucks.
- Guarantee: All repairs come with a warranty. If the problem comes back, so do we—at no charge.
Common Repairs We See
These are some of the most frequent issues we diagnose and fix:
- Dirty filters — The #1 cause of HVAC problems. Causes overheating, short cycling, and breakdowns.
- Thermostat issues — Dead batteries, miscalibration, faulty wiring.
- Igniter failures — Furnace won't light or stay lit.
- Refrigerant leaks — AC or heat pump not cooling/heating properly.
- Blower motor problems — No airflow, weak airflow, or strange noises.
- Electrical issues — Tripped breakers, faulty contactors, loose connections.
- Capacitor failures — Fan or compressor won't start.
When Repair vs. Replace?
We'll always give you an honest recommendation. Generally:
- Repair makes sense when the system is under 10 years old and the fix is under $500.
- Consider replacement when the system is 15+ years old, needs frequent repairs, or faces a major component failure (heat exchanger, compressor).
- Gray area: 10-15 years old with a $500-1,000 repair—we'll walk through the math with you so you can make an informed decision.
We will explain the reasoning behind each recommendation. The decision to proceed is always yours.
System Not Working Right?
We will diagnose the issue, explain the practical options, and answer your questions before work begins.