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Need emergency HVAC service in NYC? HVAC Express Service provides 24/7 diagnostics and urgent repair for no-heat, no-cool, and critical system failures.

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Service Details

When you call our emergency line, a dispatcher triages your situation immediately. A technician is routed to your location with diagnostic tools and common replacement parts, no waiting until morning, no callbacks, no voicemail.

On a no-heat call the first checks are the ones that fail most often. We confirm the thermostat is calling for heat, check that the gas valve is open and the pilot or igniter is working, look at the flame sensor, and read any fault code the board is holding. A dirty flame sensor or a cracked igniter is a same-visit fix. A failed inducer motor or a control board usually is not, and we say so on the spot rather than after a second trip.

On a no-cool call in July the usual causes are a tripped breaker, a failed run capacitor, a frozen evaporator coil, or refrigerant that has leaked away. A frozen coil means the system has to thaw before anything can be measured, so we start that immediately and use the time to check filters, blower speed and condensate drainage while it clears.

Gas odour is handled differently. If you can smell gas, leave the space and call the utility before you call us. We do not ask anyone to wait in a building with a suspected leak. Once the utility has made the area safe we test joints, check the heat exchanger for cracks, and confirm combustion is venting properly before the appliance goes back into service.

Flooded equipment is common in basements and cellars after heavy rain. Anything submerged gets isolated from power first. Gas valves, control boards and blower motors that have been underwater are replaced rather than dried out, because a motor that runs today after a soaking is not one you can rely on next week.

If a permanent repair requires parts or extended work, we stabilize the system on-site so your space stays safe and functional, then schedule the follow-up at the earliest available slot. Stabilizing can mean temporary heat, restoring partial cooling, or safely shutting down and capping a line so nothing worsens overnight. Either way you know before we leave what is fixed and what is still outstanding.

What This Service Includes

  • 24/7 live dispatcher, no voicemail, no callbacks
  • Rapid on-site triage for no-heat, no-cool, and gas emergencies
  • Technicians arrive with diagnostic tools and common parts
  • On-site stabilization when same-visit permanent repair is not possible

Questions New Customers Ask Most

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What qualifies as an HVAC emergency?

No heat in winter, no cooling during a heat wave, gas odors, flooded equipment, or any failure that threatens safety or health. If it cannot wait until morning, call our emergency line.

Is there an extra charge for emergency service?

Emergency rates apply for after-hours and holiday calls, and we tell you the rate before dispatching a technician. You will always know the cost before we arrive, no surprise billing.

How fast is the response time?

Our average emergency response is 47 minutes across NYC. A live dispatcher triages your call immediately and routes the nearest technician with diagnostic tools and common parts.

Do you cover all five boroughs for emergencies?

Yes. We dispatch 24/7 to Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island. Same priority response regardless of borough or time of night.

What if the repair needs parts you don't have?

We stabilize the system on-site so your space stays safe and functional, then schedule a follow-up at the earliest available slot. You are never left without a working interim solution.

Request a Technician

Tell us what's wrong and we'll send a technician out. A dispatcher will call you back to confirm your appointment window.

A picture of the appliance, its data plate or the error code is how the technician knows which part to bring. Up to 3 photos.

  • Service call from $145
  • Technician arrives within 24 hours

The $145 service call covers the visit and the on-site diagnosis. Any repair is quoted for your approval before work starts.

All Services

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Restaurant & Commercial Kitchen HVAC

24/7 emergency repair for walk-in coolers, reach-in refrigerators, ice machines, and kitchen exhaust systems across NYC restaurants and food-service facilities.

Medical & Healthcare Facility HVAC

Specialized HVAC service for NYC hospitals, clinics, dental offices, and medical labs. Temperature precision, air-quality compliance, and minimal downtime.

Luxury Residential & High-End HVAC

White-glove HVAC repair and installation for luxury apartments, co-ops, penthouses, and brownstones. Mitsubishi, Daikin, Carrier Infinity & smart home integration.

General HVAC Services for Homes & Businesses

Reliable AC repair, heating repair, HVAC installation, maintenance plans, and emergency service for residential and commercial clients across New York City.

Emergency Service

24/7 emergency HVAC repair when heating or cooling fails unexpectedly.

Mitsubishi Mini-Split Repair

Independent repair for Mitsubishi Electric ductless mini-splits across NYC: M-Series, Mr. Slim, and Hyper-Heat (H2i) systems.

Daikin Ductless & Heat Pump Repair

Independent NYC repair for Daikin ductless mini-splits and heat pumps: Aurora, Emura, FIT, and VRV systems.

Fujitsu & LG Mini-Split Repair

Independent NYC repair for Fujitsu Halcyon and LG Art Cool ductless mini-splits, including error-code diagnostics.

Carrier Central AC Repair

Independent NYC repair for Carrier central air conditioners: Infinity, Performance, and Comfort series.

Trane & Lennox Central AC Repair

Independent NYC repair for Trane and Lennox central air conditioning: XV, XR, Signature, and Elite systems.

AC Refrigerant Recharge (Freon Refill)

EPA-certified AC refrigerant recharge across NYC, freon refill for central AC, mini-splits, PTAC, and window units, with a proper leak check instead of a quick top-off.

AC Cleaning & Coil Cleaning

Professional AC and coil cleaning across NYC, deep cleaning of coils, blower, and condensate drains for mini-splits, central AC, PTAC, and window units to restore cooling and air quality.

Commercial Refrigeration & Walk-In Cooler Repair

24/7 NYC repair for walk-in coolers, freezers, and commercial refrigeration: True, Traulsen, Turbo Air, and Continental.

Commercial Ice Machine Repair

24/7 NYC repair for commercial ice machines: Hoshizaki, Manitowoc, and Scotsman, for no-ice and low-production failures.

Sub-Zero Refrigeration Repair

Independent, white-glove NYC repair for Sub-Zero built-in refrigeration: Built-In, Classic, Designer, and PRO series.

Viking, Thermador & Miele Built-In Refrigeration Repair

Independent, white-glove NYC repair for Viking, Thermador, and Miele built-in refrigeration: Professional, Freedom, and MasterCool.

Commercial Freezer Repair

Walk-in and standalone commercial freezer repair across NYC: True, Traulsen, Turbo Air, and all major brands.

Reach-In Refrigerator Repair

Commercial reach-in refrigerator repair across NYC: True, Traulsen, Beverage-Air, and Arctic Air.

Kitchen Exhaust Hood Repair

Type I and Type II kitchen exhaust hood repair across NYC, fans, filters, and fire suppression links.

Glass-Door Merchandiser Refrigeration Repair

Glass-door merchandiser and display cooler repair across NYC: True, Turbo Air, Beverage-Air, Avantco.

Refrigerated Prep Table Repair

Sandwich and pizza prep table refrigeration repair across NYC: True, Turbo Air, Atosa, Beverage-Air.

Commercial Dishwasher Repair

Commercial dishwasher repair across NYC: Hobart, Jackson, Champion, and Miele Professional.

Kitchen Make-Up Air System Repair

Kitchen make-up air (MUA) system repair across NYC: CaptiveAire, Gaylord, and Greenheck.

Central Air Conditioning Installation

Central air conditioning installation for NYC homes, apartments, and brownstones. Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Rheem. Free estimates, licensed installers, all 5 boroughs.

Ductless Mini-Split Installation

Ductless mini-split AC installation for NYC apartments and homes. Mitsubishi, Daikin, Fujitsu, LG. Multi-zone systems, free estimates, all 5 boroughs.

AC Replacement & System Upgrade

AC replacement and system upgrades in NYC. Replace old AC units with energy-efficient SEER2 models. R-22 phaseout compliance, free replacement quotes.

Heating System Installation

Heating system installation in NYC. Furnaces, boilers, heat pumps. Gas, electric, and dual-fuel. Licensed installers, free estimates, all 5 boroughs.

Window & Through-Wall AC Installation

Window AC and through-wall air conditioner installation in NYC. Sleeve installation, dedicated circuits, building-compliant setups. All 5 boroughs.

Energy Rebate & Incentive Processing

We identify, file, and maximize all available Con Edison, PSE&G, NYSERDA, and federal tax credit incentives for your HVAC and energy-efficiency upgrades, so you never leave money on the table.

Home Energy Assessment

A comprehensive energy audit for NYC homes, we evaluate insulation, air leakage, HVAC efficiency, and ductwork to identify exactly where you're losing money and what upgrades will pay for themselves fastest.

Home Insulation Services

Professional insulation installation for NYC homes, attic, wall, basement, and crawl space insulation that cuts heating and cooling costs by up to 30% and improves comfort year-round.

Air Sealing & Duct Sealing

Stop conditioned air from escaping your NYC home. We seal drafts, gaps, and ductwork leaks that waste 20–30% of your heating and cooling energy.

Laundromat Equipment Repair

Repair and maintenance for coin-op and card-operated laundromat equipment across NYC, washer-extractors, stack dryers, payment systems, venting, and hot water.

Commercial Washer & Washer-Extractor Repair

Repair for coin-op and card-operated washers and washer-extractors, no drain, no spin, out-of-balance shutdowns, leaks, door locks, and inverter faults.

Commercial & Stack Dryer Repair

Repair for laundromat stack and single-pocket dryers, no heat, long dry times, no tumble, igniter and gas valve faults, and airflow problems.

Coin & Card Payment System Repair

Repair for laundromat payment hardware, jammed or miscounting coin drops, dead card readers, damaged machine wiring, coin box locks, and vend price changes.

Laundromat Dryer Vent & Lint Duct Service

Cleaning and repair of laundromat dryer vents, lint ducts, transitions, and make-up air, faster dry times, lower gas use, and less fire risk.

Laundromat Water Heater & Boiler Repair

Commercial water heater and boiler service for laundromats, no hot water, slow recovery at peak, mixing valve drift, circulation pumps, and sediment.

Laundromat Preventive Maintenance

Scheduled maintenance for laundromats, bearings, belts, drain valves, door boots, dryer airflow, igniters, payment hardware, and hot water checked before they fail.