AC Repair in Portland, OR
Portland’s weather can leave an air conditioner sitting idle for long stretches before a sudden warm day puts it to work. Homeowners can call a reliable team when comfort cannot wait. Conrad is a family-owned HVAC company serving Oregon since 2012, with EPA 608-certified technicians. We service and repair all major HVAC brands, including systems we did not install, with upfront pricing and 24/7 emergency availability.
Our AC Repair Services in Portland
Cooling faults in Portland homes usually stem from a few causes: electrical components that sat idle all winter, slowly leaking refrigerant, and drains that were blocked without anyone noticing. These are the repairs we handle.
24/7 Emergency AC Repair
A house that cannot cool during a heat event is an urgent problem. We answer emergency calls 24/7, year-round. Our trucks carry the parts that fail most often, so many emergency calls finish on the first visit.
Central Air Conditioner Repair
Many no-cooling calls are caused by capacitors, contactors, control boards, or thermostats. We identify the real fault before you approve any work. We also locate refrigerant leaks, repair them, recharge to the manufacturer’s specifications, and verify performance.
Heat Pump Repair
Heat pumps fail differently from plain air conditioners. Reversing valves, defrost boards, and backup heat controls are weak points a cooling-only tech can miss. We service heat pumps year-round.
Ductless Mini-Split Repair
Mini-splits hide their faults well. One zone that stops cooling can mean a blocked filter, a failed indoor board, or a leak at a flare connection. We test the whole system, not just the room that complained.
Refrigerant Transition Changes Portland AC Repair Decisions
The refrigerant in your air conditioner now affects whether repairs make financial sense. This is new, and most homeowners have not been told.
Under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act, the U.S. EPA is phasing down production and consumption of hydrofluorocarbon refrigerants. New residential equipment has moved toward lower global warming potential refrigerants such as R-454B. R-22, used in systems installed before roughly 2010, is no longer produced.
This matters more in Portland than in hotter markets. Our cooling season is short, so equipment often lasts well past its expected lifespan. The result is many older, lightly used air conditioners that still run but hold increasingly expensive refrigerants. A leak repair on one of those systems can cost more in refrigerant than in labor.
At Conrad Heating and Cooling, we check the refrigerant type and leak history before recommending anything. Our EPA-certified technicians recover and handle refrigerants as federal law requires. If the system holds charge and the fix is economical, we repair it. If refrigerant costs make repairs a poor investment, we say so and quote the alternative.
What Portland Homeowners Say About Our AC Repairs
Fixed for the Best Price of Four Quotes
Jane Chung had collected quotes from several other providers, all higher, before she called us. Our technician Dimitri diagnosed her air conditioner and completed the repair for less than every other bid she received.
“I had an excellent experience with Conrad AC and Repair. After getting several quotes from other providers that were much higher, Dimitri and his team came through with honesty, integrity, and true expertise. They fixed my AC for the best price of all 4 providers I’ve asked and went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right.”
Price gaps that wide usually come from assumptions, not diagnosis. Finding the real fault first lets us come in lower without cutting corners. Read Jane’s full Google review.
A Quick Appointment and a Fair Price
Allen Niman needed his air conditioner repaired without a long wait. We scheduled him quickly, and our technician, Dmitri, diagnosed and completed the repair that same visit.
“I got a quick appointment, and Dmitri helped repair my AC unit quickly and for a fair price. Thank you!”
Scheduling speed is hardest to deliver when everyone needs it. For that reason, we hold capacity for repair calls during Portland heat events. Maintenance agreement members move ahead of the queue. Read Allen’s Google review.
What Our Customers Say
Dmitry did an excellent job of figuring out what the cause was for our heat pump system not switching to gas heat when the temperature was below 35º which was a setting fix rather than a part replacement. After diagnosing the problem he did a nice system maintenance job including cleaning the heat pump compressor to like new condition. With other companies, they always suggested doing it myself.
Inspected and do any needed maintenance. The furnace had stopped working, although my son in-law was able to clean some corrosion and get it working again until the tech could make a visit (it was a low of 19 degrees that night). Anastasia was able to work us in a couple of days from our initial call instead of the 1-2 week lead time of other companies in the area. This was much appreciated as it was Christmas weekend and a big storm was blowing through Tigard. Alex showed up, did a thorough check-up, did some adjustments and declared the system good to go (just needed a new air filter). Thanks to the Conrad Crew for a great job!
Fantastic service. excellent in all aspects. I would recommend Conrad Heating for anything related to heating, cooling, air conditioning tuneup and duct cleaning
Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs Repair
Most Portland AC failures announce themselves on the first hot day after months of sitting idle. These are symptoms worth acting on, not waiting out.
- The unit runs but blows warm air. Usually refrigerant loss, a failed compressor, or a condenser that won’t start.
- The outdoor fan hums but does not spin. This is the classic run capacitor failure after a long idle winter. It is inexpensive to fix and damaging to ignore.
- The house never gets cool during a heat event. Either the system is losing capacity, or it was undersized for current Portland conditions.
- Ice on the refrigerant line or indoor coil. Low airflow or low charge. Running the system while iced can destroy the compressor.
- Water pooling near the indoor unit. A blocked condensate drain is common after months of inactivity. Left alone, it causes real water damage.
- The breaker trips when the AC starts. This indicates a hard-starting compressor or an electrical fault. Repeated resets are a fire risk, not a workaround.
- Loud grinding, screeching, or rattling indicates bearing or blower faults. These get worse quickly and damage other parts.
- A musty smell when the system starts indicates mold and mildew in the coil or ducts, which our damp winters can worsen. That is an air quality problem, not just a comfort one.
If you notice any of these, shut the system off and book a diagnostic. Running a failing air conditioner turns a small repair into a replacement.
Our AC Repair Process
The sequence is the same on every call, keeping the diagnosis honest under time pressure.
- Symptom review. We ask what you noticed and when because the pattern narrows the cause before anyone opens a panel.
- Full inspection. We check the indoor and outdoor units together. Cooling faults frequently sit on the opposite side from the symptom.
- Diagnosis. We measure the electrical values, refrigerant pressures, superheat, subcooling, temperature split, and static pressure.
- Findings explained. We tell you the fault, what caused it, and whether anything else is close to failing.
- Upfront written price. You approve the cost before we begin. If a repair is not worth the money, we say so.
- Repair and verification. We complete the work, then run the system and confirm it performs to specification before leaving.
Schedule Your AC Repair Today
Same-day air conditioning repair in Beaverton and across the Portland metro. Upfront pricing, no hidden fees, 24/7 emergency dispatch. Conrad Heating and Cooling is available Mon to Sun, 8 AM to 7:30 PM.
Why Choose Us for AC Repair in Portland, OR
Licensed and Insured In Oregon
We hold Oregon CCB license #238277 and carry full insurance on every call. Our technicians are EPA Section 608 certified for refrigerant handling.
Diagnosis Before Parts
We measure before we quote every time. We don’t swap parts speculatively at your expense.
Upfront Written Pricing
You approve a fixed price before work starts. If the fault is different, we requote before continuing; no hourly surprises at the end.
Clear Repair or Replace Advice
When a repair is not worth the money, we tell you and quote both options. Refrigerant type and system age determine that call in Portland.
Maintenance Agreements and Priority Service
With maintenance agreements, you receive two visits a year, a 10% discount, priority scheduling, and after-hours service at standard rates.
Loyalty And Referral Rewards
Our loyalty referral program rewards customers who send neighbors our way.
Schedule Your AC Repair in Portland Metro
With Conrad Heating and Cooling, you get Oregon-licensed, EPA-certified technicians, upfront written pricing, and complete air conditioning solutions. One team covers the full life of your cooling system, including 24/7 emergency repairs, replacement, and maintenance across the Portland metro area.
FAQs About AC Repair in Portland, OR
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Areas We Serve
From quick repairs to full installations and replacement services, we’re expertly trained to take on HVAC jobs of all sizes.
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