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Old 01-12-2017, 09:13 AM
 
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"The heating mode has a bad heating expansion valve that needs to be replaced", that's HVAC inspection guy said, quoting 1200$.. :O

Not sure if this is right forum, but want to see how I can get an idea if this is appropriate charge without going to another HVAC company and paying another 100 or 200$ for inspection.
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Old 01-12-2017, 10:42 AM
 
Location: Rochester, NY
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I'm not a refrigeration tech, and you didn't mention how big of a condenser you have...keep in mind that the unit will need to have the old refrigerant safely removed, replace the necessary valve (maybe a $200 part), and then recharge the refrigerant circuit, testing, and then putting the garden gnome back in place. Then there probably is a built in warranty in that quote as well, in case the part fails or the tech made an error and needs to come back to fix in the 90 days or 1yr they cover their work. I'd at least get two more quotes before making you choice, but might also want to keep their card in case the fan motor, controls, etc...goes next. I've called my guy in the early morning when we had no heat, while he was putting his kids on the bus. I gave him an extra $20 for lunch!
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