AC failure usually comes down to one of three causes: low refrigerant from a leak (most common), failed compressor, or a clogged expansion valve.
A simple recharge is $120-$180 if there's no leak. If the system is leaking, the recharge will fail within weeks — leak repair is required first ($200-$600 depending on location). A bad compressor is the most expensive at $700-$1,400 installed.
We diagnose with electronic leak detectors and UV dye — no guessing. If we recommend a repair, you'll see the leak source yourself before approving any work.
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