AC repair
Diagnosis and repair for systems that are not cooling, leaking, cycling incorrectly or making unusual noise.
Residential HVAC
Residential HVAC repair for NYC homes
Gotham Home Services repairs home air conditioners, furnaces, heat pumps, mini splits and PTAC units in houses, apartments, co-ops and townhouses across New York City and Long Island. A technician finds the cause on site, explains your repair and replacement options, and gives a written quote before any approved work begins.
Why Gotham Home Services
Residential HVAC repair covers air conditioning, furnaces, heat pumps, ductwork and seasonal maintenance for homes and apartments. Every project is quote on request, and findings are reviewed with you before work proceeds.
Residential HVAC repair for air conditioning, heating and heat pumps, plus replacement and maintenance for New York City homes, apartments and townhouses.
- Fast response
- Repair and replacement
- Quote on request
What we handle
Residential cooling and heating
We start with the symptoms you have noticed, inspect the equipment and explain the recommended work before service begins.
Whether the concern is no cooling, weak airflow, a heating failure or aging equipment, the goal is a practical solution for your home.
AC installation
Replacement cooling systems selected around your home, existing setup and comfort needs.
Heating service
Repair, replacement and seasonal service for furnaces and forced-air heating systems.
Maintenance
Seasonal checks for heating and cooling equipment, filters, drains, controls and airflow.
Ductwork
Assessment and repair for airflow restrictions, damaged ducts and uneven temperatures.
Indoor air quality
Filtration and humidity options selected to work with your existing home system.
Practical guidance
Residential HVAC guides
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Read guideAC Not Cooling in a NYC Apartment: What to Check Before Calling
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Read guideDuctless Mini Split Installation in a NYC Co-op: Planning and Approval Questions
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Read guideOil Boiler to Heat Pump in a Queens Two-Family Home: Costs and Rebates
Converting a Queens two-family home from an oil boiler to air-source heat pumps is usually planned unit by unit, with sizing, electrical capacity, and.
Read guideMini-Splits in Astoria and LIC Rentals: What Landlords Allow
Most Astoria and Long Island City landlords allow a ductless mini-split in a rental only with written permission, because the installation adds a wall.
Read guideNo Heat in a Queens Apartment: Tenant vs. Landlord Responsibility
In a Queens rental apartment, the building owner is generally responsible for providing heat during New York City's heat season, October 1 through May 31..
Read guideHow Long Does HVAC Equipment Last in New York City?
Typical service life of air conditioners, furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, mini splits and PTAC units, and what shortens it in NYC buildings.
Read guideNYC Heat Season Rules: What Temperature Must Your Landlord Provide?
New York City's heat season runs October 1 to May 31. Required indoor temperatures by time of day and how to report no heat.
Read guideDo Heat Pumps Work in NYC Winters? Cold-Climate Models Explained
Whether modern cold-climate heat pumps heat New York City homes through winter, and what sizing and backup heat to consider.
Read guideSteam Radiator Banging or Cold on One Side? A Plain-English Guide for NYC Homes
Banging pipes and radiators that heat only halfway are common in older NYC homes. Here are the usual causes and what is safe to check before calling a pro.
Read guideNavien Tankless Boiler Error Codes Explained (and Which Ones Need a Pro)
What common Navien error codes such as E003, E004, E012 and E016 generally mean, what is safe to check, and when to stop and call a technician.
Read guideBoiler Tune-Up Before Heating Season in NYC: What Should Be Checked
What a pre-season boiler tune-up usually covers in a New York City home, when to book it, and what to ask for in writing.
Read guideApproved field work
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Common questions
Before you book
Do you provide emergency residential HVAC repair?
Yes. Call (516) 348-5145 for urgent home air conditioning and heating problems, and we give an arrival estimate when you call.
What home HVAC systems do you repair?
Central air conditioners, split systems, heat pumps, furnaces, ductless mini splits, PTAC units and in-unit radiators, plus the thermostats, ductwork and controls that serve them.
Why is my AC running but not cooling?
Common causes are a dirty filter or coil, a failed capacitor or fan motor, a refrigerant leak or a frozen coil. A technician tests each one and explains the fix.
What should I do if I have no heat?
Check the thermostat mode and batteries, the breaker and the filter, then call for service. Do not use a stove or oven for heat, and if you smell gas leave and call 911.
Should I repair or replace my system?
It depends on the failed part, the age and condition of the equipment, the refrigerant type and how often it has been repaired. We price both options in writing when the repair is major.
How often should home HVAC be serviced?
Most systems benefit from a check at least once a year, with cooling equipment inspected in spring and heating equipment in fall.
Do you work in co-ops, condos and apartments?
Yes. We follow building access rules, provide insurance paperwork where required and coordinate elevator or access reservations.
How much does residential HVAC repair cost?
Pricing is quote on request. A technician diagnoses the problem and gives a written quote before approved work begins.
Request service
Tell dispatch what you need and request a quote.
Why it matters
Why prompt residential HVAC repair matters
Small faults grow into large ones when a system keeps running while damaged. Fixing a problem early protects your comfort and your budget.
Avoid bigger breakdowns
A weak capacitor or clogged drain is a small repair; ignored, it can damage a compressor or flood a ceiling.
Lower energy bills
Clean coils, correct airflow and healthy components help equipment work efficiently.
Safer heating
Furnace faults such as cracked heat exchangers or blocked flues need professional inspection.
Longer system life
Regular care and timely repairs extend the life of air conditioners, furnaces and heat pumps.
Better comfort
Fixing airflow, sizing and control problems ends hot rooms, cold rooms and noisy operation.
Informed decisions
You get repair and replacement options in writing so the choice is yours.
Common problems
Home HVAC problems we diagnose and repair
AC not cooling
Capacitors, contactors, fan motors, dirty coils, refrigerant leaks and thermostat faults.
Frozen coil or leaking water
Airflow restrictions, low refrigerant and clogged condensate drains.
No heat
Igniters, flame sensors, blowers, limit switches, heat pump defrost faults and control boards.
Short cycling
Systems that start and stop repeatedly because of airflow, sensor or sizing problems.
Weak airflow or uneven rooms
Blocked filters, damaged ducts, failing blowers and balancing problems.
Strange noises or smells
Worn bearings, loose parts, burning smells and electrical faults that need prompt attention.
Why choose us
Why homeowners choose Gotham Home Services
Licensed contractor
Gotham Home Services Inc. holds NYC home improvement contractor license 2132513-DCWP.
Written quote first
A technician diagnoses on site and quotes in writing before approved work begins.
We explain the fix
You hear what failed, why, and what each option involves.
Built for NYC buildings
Brownstones, co-ops, two-family houses and apartments each have access and approval quirks we plan for.
Five boroughs and Long Island
Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, Staten Island and Nassau and Suffolk counties.
Repair, replacement and maintenance
One company from the first service call to seasonal care.
Describe your HVAC issue
Get preliminary guidance before requesting service. This does not replace an on-site diagnosis.
Last updated by the Gotham Home Services team.