HVAC Repair in Santa Monica, CA
Arctic Air Heating & Cooling provides 24/7 heating and air conditioning repair, installation and maintenance across 11 ZIP codes in Santa Monica, California. One dispatch line, licensed local technicians, flat-rate pricing.
If your high-efficiency heat pumps and ductless mini-splits has started short cycling, blowing warm air or making a noise it never used to make, you are not alone — Santa Monica generates some of the highest call volume we handle in California. Inland valleys hit extreme heat while coastal zones stay mild, so system sizing matters more here than raw capacity.
Call for HVAC service in Santa Monica
11 Santa Monica ZIP codes served, day or night.
- 30-60 minutes target response time in this service zone
- Written diagnostic report with photos of what we found
- We repair what can be repaired — no forced replacement upsell
- Workmanship warranty on every job we complete
- Licensed & Insured Technicians
- Background-Checked Crews
- Upfront Flat-Rate Pricing
- Same-Day & Next-Day Service
- No Overtime Charges
- All Work Warrantied
ZIP codes we cover in Santa Monica, CA
Pick your ZIP code for local pricing, response times and technician availability.
About HVAC service in Santa Monica
Homes in Los Angeles County tend to be a mix of older builds with original ductwork and newer infill construction, which means airflow problems show up very differently from one street to the next.
Typical Santa Monica service pricing
| Service | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic / service call | $96 – $192 |
| Capacitor replacement | $230 – $538 |
| Contactor replacement | $243 – $576 |
| Refrigerant leak repair + recharge | $410 – $1,152 |
| Blower motor replacement | $576 – $1,216 |
| Compressor replacement | $1,792 – $3,712 |
| Hot surface igniter / flame sensor | $205 – $512 |
| Furnace control board | $486 – $1,088 |
| Condensate drain / float switch | $166 – $435 |
| Thermostat install (wired or smart) | $192 – $576 |
| Duct cleaning (whole home) | $486 – $1,152 |
| Full system replacement (installed) | $7,680 – $16,640 |
Market ranges for Santa Monica, California. Confirmed flat-rate quote provided on site.
Services available in Santa Monica
Air Conditioning Repair
Diagnosis and repair for central air conditioners, heat pumps in cooling mode, ductless mini-splits and packaged rooftop units.
Furnace Repair
Gas, propane, oil and electric furnace troubleshooting and repair.
HVAC Installation & Replacement
Full system replacement and new construction installs with a Manual J load calculation so the equipment is actually sized for your home.
Heat Pump Repair & Service
Heat pump diagnosis and repair for both heating and cooling operation, including cold-climate units, defrost board failures, reversing valve problems, auxiliary heat strip faults and refrigerant charge issues.
24/7 Emergency HVAC Repair
Around-the-clock response for no-heat in freezing weather, total AC failure during a heat wave, gas smells, carbon monoxide alarms, water flooding from the indoor unit and complete system shutdowns.
Air Duct Cleaning & Sealing
Whole-home duct cleaning and aeroseal-style duct sealing to recover lost airflow, reduce dust and lower the load on your equipment.
HVAC Maintenance & Tune-Up
Seasonal precision tune-ups that catch failing components before they strand you.
Commercial HVAC Service
Service for light commercial and commercial properties including rooftop packaged units, VRF and VRV systems, split systems, make-up air units and building automation controls.
Santa Monica HVAC questions, answered
Why is my system short cycling?
Short cycling in Santa Monica most often comes from a restricted airflow path — a loaded filter, a closed register, an undersized return — or from an oversized unit. It can also be a failing flame sensor or a pressure switch fault. We measure static pressure and temperature rise before concluding anything, because guessing at this one is expensive.
Do you service commercial and light commercial properties?
Yes. Around Santa Monica we handle rooftop packaged units, split systems, VRF/VRV installations and building automation faults for offices, retail, restaurants and multi-tenant buildings, including after-hours scheduling so you are not disrupting trade.
What causes water to leak from the indoor unit?
Almost always a blocked condensate drain line, a failed drain pan float switch, or a frozen coil melting faster than the pan can handle. In Santa Monica we see algae and dust clogging drain lines constantly during May through October. It is a fast fix but ignoring it ends in ceiling damage.
Are your technicians licensed and insured?
Every technician dispatched into Santa Monica is licensed, insured and background-checked. We can provide proof of insurance on request before the visit if you would like it on file.
Do you offer maintenance plans?
We do. A two-visit plan in California covers a spring cooling inspection and an autumn heating inspection, priority scheduling during peak weeks, discounted repairs and no diagnostic fee. Members rarely end up on the emergency list.
HVAC service in Santa Monica, CA — call now
One call to (866) 548-3173 puts a licensed Santa Monica technician on the way. Available 24 hours a day.
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