Common problems
- No heat or uneven heat between rooms
- AC blowing warm air
- System short-cycling
Services
- Central AC repair
- Heat pump and mini-split service
- Seasonal tune-ups
If it's urgent: Gas smell or a carbon monoxide alarm? Get everyone out and call 911 or the gas utility.
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The local picture in Redwood City
Low-lying areas near the Bay face flood risk. The historic San Mateo County Courthouse anchors downtown.
Emerald Hills is a hillside area west of the city. Homes here may have anything from a decades-old furnace to a new ductless heat pump added during a renovation. Tell the tech exactly what you have. Redwood Shores is built on fill along the Bay.
Inland heat waves push older AC units past their limits, and wildfire smoke days make better filtration a common request. Mount Carmel has many 1920s homes.
Problems people call about
Things people in Redwood City often describe:
- High energy bills without explanation
- No heat or uneven heat between rooms
- AC blowing warm air
From call to visit
- Let us know the address area and the symptom.
- An outside heating and cooling company covering Redwood City picks it up.
- The pro gets in touch, and you decide on timing and price together.
Permits, licenses and your utility
In California, licenses for heating and air conditioning contractors come from the Contractors State License Board. If your system uses gas, PG&E handles service to the meter. If you smell gas, leave the house and call them from outside.
Caltrain stops downtown. The Port of Redwood City is the only deepwater port in the South Bay. In short, water comes from the City of Redwood City, sewer service from Silicon Valley Clean Water, and permits come from the City of Redwood City Building Division.
What to have ready
Note which rooms are too hot or too cold and at what times of day.
Know where your main shutoffs are before anyone arrives.
Questions from Redwood City residents
What's covered after the visit?
The pro you're matched with in Columbus stands behind the job with a 30-day parts-and-labor warranty. It's written into the contract they sign with us, and they're the ones who honor it.
Why is my AC freezing up?
Low airflow from a dirty filter or blocked vents is a common cause, and low refrigerant is another. Turn the system off to let it thaw and call a tech if it happens again.
What makes Redwood City a little different for HVAC service?
Redwood City is the county seat of San Mateo County. The city motto is Climate Best by Government Test. Many older homes have raised foundations. Share what you know about your home when you book.
Do you cover Woodside Plaza and Roosevelt?
We look for independent pros across Redwood City, including Woodside Plaza, Redwood Shores, Friendly Acres and Palm Park, and ZIP codes 94061, 94063, 94065. If nobody's available, we'll tell you. If you're close to a ZIP code line, mention your cross street when you call.
What does a tune-up include?
Typically a check of burners or coils, electrical connections, refrigerant levels, safety controls and the condensate drain. Ask for a written list of what was checked.
Jot down when the trouble started. It saves time once the pro arrives.
Service area
Serving about a 50-mile radius from Redwood City, depending on which independent pros are available. ZIPs: 94061, 94063, 94065
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