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Emergency AC Repair

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Call (912) 756-3102 For Emergency Service.

Emergency AC Repair Services


Did your AC break down in the middle of a heat wave? Do you need to fix a pressing issue before your unit quits for good? In the heat and humidity of Georgia’s Low Country, functional air conditioning is essential for your comfort and safety.

If your AC isn’t working properly, you may be looking for immediate cooling system fixes. That’s where Galbreath Heating & Air comes in. We offer top-notch emergency AC repair in Richmond Hill, GA, and the surrounding areas. 

With over 40 years of industry experience, we have the expertise to provide urgent air conditioning repairs that will restore your cool air in a hurry. 

Most Common Emergency AC Repairs

A host of problems can cause your AC to stop working. The most common emergency repairs include the following:

Low Refrigerant Levels

Refrigerant helps transfer the heat from your home to the outdoors. If you don’t have enough of it, your AC will lose efficiency and may stop working altogether. In addition, low refrigerant levels can lead to ice or frost buildup on the coils. In many cases, refrigerant escapes through a leak in the system, which we must repair before adding more.

Frozen Evaporator Coils 

Evaporator coils cool the refrigerant to remove heat and moisture from the air in your home. If these coils get corroded, dirty, or blocked, insufficient airflow may cause them to freeze, reducing your AC unit’s efficiency and effectiveness. If you notice a frozen coil or condenser, call us immediately to prevent damage to your system. 

Leaks and Water Damage

While leaks or drips may not seem like an emergency, they can quickly lead to water damage in your home. If you don’t get the leak repaired promptly, it may cause mold or mildew to grow throughout the system. In addition, leaks often indicate bigger issues with your unit, including loose drain lines, clogged pumps, or broken seals.

Clogged Drain Lines

Drain lines help your AC system remove moisture from the air. If algae, dirt, or other debris clogs the lines, water can build up in the unit and cause substantial water damage to your home. If you notice musty smells, pools of water, or excessive moisture on the unit, call us right away.

Electrical Problems

Just like anywhere else in your home, electrical issues in your AC can be dangerous. If you notice a burning electrical smell, turn off your AC unit and call us for emergency repair. If you keep the air conditioning running in these conditions, it could damage the unit, cause a short circuit, or even start a house fire. 

When Is a Broken AC an Emergency?

Whenever you notice a problem with your air conditioning, you should call for service as soon as possible. Our fast-response AC service ensures comfort and safety while preventing costly damage to your HVAC unit. 

The following circumstances call for rapid air conditioner emergency repair:

  • The weather is extremely hot (above 90 degrees).
  • You have heat-sensitive people in your home, which may include young children, elderly adults, and immunocompromised individuals. 
  • Your AC is leaking and causing water damage.
  • Your AC is experiencing electrical issues, including dimming the lights in your house when it goes on or repeatedly tripping your circuit breaker.
  • Your AC is producing a strong burning smell (which can indicate electrical problems) or the odor of sulfur or rotten eggs (which may indicate a natural gas leak).

Call Galbreath Heating & Air for 24/7 AC Repairs 

Prompt emergency AC repair can enhance your comfort, protect your health, and prevent further damage to your system. If you need urgent assistance during the cooler months, we also provide emergency repairs for heaters, heat pumps, and furnaces! 

For all your emergency HVAC service needs, call the professionals at Galbreath Heating & Air at (912) 756-3102.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can a power outage damage your AC?

Yes, brownouts, blackouts, and power surges can damage your air conditioning unit like any other device that runs on electricity. 

How long does it take to fix an AC unit?

While exact times depend on your particular issue, skilled technicians can typically complete emergency AC repairs in a couple of hours. 

What do I do if the AC breaks at night?

The best thing you can do to get your AC up and running again is to call for emergency AC service. Other ways to keep cool until your system is fixed include staying in ground floor or basement rooms, using desk and ceiling fans, cracking the windows, limiting the use of heat-producing appliances, and temporarily staying elsewhere if necessary.

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Jim B.
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Everything done very well, technician was very thorough
janet B.
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Danny was excellent at surveying my current duct system and some areas that needed attention! Fairly soon. He spent a good deal of time really investigating the source of why leaks are happening in the attic. So happy he is the man who came today, I believe this has been happening for awhile!
Starr H.
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Zach was very thorough! He contacted me prior to showing up and once he arrived reviewed everything he would be doing. Great service!
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Tiffany M.
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Always excellent, professional service & the friendliest crew!
odyne L.
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Edwin S.
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Galbreath & Sons have always provided responsive and professional service. Technician Kevin Jackson provided excellent maintenance service on 11/1/2024.
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Debi M.
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I had no power to AC on a Saturday morning in August and Galbreath dispatched someone to my home within an hour of my call. The technician was as kind and professional as he was skilled! He got the unit back running in quick fashion and took time to explain the problem. Thank you Galbreath!!!
Thomas D.
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Really liked the tech explaining what he was doing and what it means. He was on time
Laquisha P.
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I had Danny S. come out to service my Hvac and he was a pleasure. He was kind, educated me on my system and cleaned up behind himself. He let me know what I would need in the future, and left me feeling confident to use Galbreath heating and air again. Thanks Danny!
sydmonah
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My attic space is only a crawl space; however, Galbreath and his team worked tirelessly to accommodate my new unit. I appreciate all the hard work and effort that they put in to get my house cool for the summer.Thank you
Diane Brooks C.
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Galbreath Hvac is THE most professional-dependable and the most sincere techs in the Midway Hinesville Richmond Hill and Savanah Ga area - this company is the BEST of the BEST ! TECHNICAL SPECIALISTS EVER. They include Mr. KEVIN AND MR GILL .. ALL HVAC - PERFECT HERE AT OUR HOUSE TY Mike and Diane Cataldo
Byron R.
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Brandon and his trainee were very professional and quickly diagnosed the problem. Excellent job!
Teresa M.
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Professional and respectful of clients time and property!!! Highly recommend!
Danny B.
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Caiyan C.
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They are the best
Debbie Y.
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Becky V.
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Brandon R., Service Technician came out to checkout our unit. He was very courteous, knowledgeable, and helpful. He went above and beyond showing us things we needed to know about our unit. He answered all our questions and provided us with his contact information if we had any questions after he left. Brandon provided such good service that we request him Ari be our technician.
Michael K
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Fantastic service.Kevin in particular did an extremely thorough job with our hvac service!
Genette E.
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Brandon did an excellent job of checking all parts of air conditioner and furnace. Cleaned outside line. Great job!
Jamie E.
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Highly recommend Galbreath Heating and Air for all HVAC needs. Aaron did a great job, Thank You.
Jeremy S.
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Journey L.
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Brandon Richardson was our service technician. He is very professional and knowledgeable. He was able find the problem with our unit and fix it.
Larry P.
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Great service very professional and knowledgeable
Barbara K.
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Very polite and professional.
Jane L.
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Long standing client. They are always professional, reliable, and have taken excellent care of HVAC units at multiple homes. From installation to regular maintenance I highly recommend Galbreath and Sons.
Staci H.
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Connie M.
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Thank you for all you do!Truly professional’s 💯
Debby T.
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Great service from Kevin Jackson today and 6 mos ago. Kevin Is a thorough technician and so pleasant to talk to. I love having him show me all the pictures and explanations of what he did. Galbreath has always had great technicians and service. I highly recommend them.
E D
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Everyone I’ve interacted with at this company has been great! Brandon is great technician, very professional!
Marshall B.
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Brandon Richardson did a great job. He found the problem. He is a professional. Great service
Carol C.
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I scheduled and estimate appoint for some damages that my home sustained from hurricane Helene. The inspector was awesome. He ensured i understood everything that needed to take place with compassion and understanding. I feel like i can make it through my recovery if all the repair companies are this thorough and good at their jobs.
Judith J.
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Outstanding and professional services! Highly recommended!
Wade M.
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Tyler was very thorough and informed us of all things that needed addressed! I would recommend Tyler to anyone who needs air conditioning service to call Galbreath . .Tyler also set us up to have our air conditioner repaired quickly ! Danny Shapiro came out the next day to address the problems with our air conditioner. Danny explained what was wrong and order the parts to make our air conditioner more efficient plus insulated the pipes and redid the vents and insulation! If you have any air conditioning issues ask for Danny Shapiro from Galbreath heating and Air.!!
Michelle D.
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We've been with Galbreath for around 8 years. Everyone weve dealt with from scheduling, sales, installation have been very kind, extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Thanks for all your help
Tyler H.
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Great service and communication
cropper48
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Great customer service from Galbreath. They were able to send Tyler out the same day to see what I needed done and provide an estimate. Tyler was very prompt and explained everything that needed to be done.
Bobbie A
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Timothy F.
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Brandon the technician was on time and absolutely amazing!!! He was very knowledgeable and explained every step along the way. I would Def recommend this company for all your heating and air needs.
Jason L.
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Brandon was great! I had what seemed a simple issue but he ensured everything was checked and brought to my attention other things that may become an issue in the future that other technicians never stated to me before. The service from the first call, to squeezing me in quickly and getting my AC working again properly was 10/10.
PR N.
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I had an AC emergency tonight that was not only fixed but I was educated on what’s really going on with my ac unit and how it affects my entire home. I immediately signed up for the maintenance plan after learning how important it was. My technician tonight Kevin was very knowledgeable and polite. May I add he arrived earlier than expected? I’m comfortable again and I’m so glad I called Galbreath. I’m pretty sure they saved me from a huge headache down the road. Any local business with integrity in this area is hard to come by post 2020. I’m glad small businesses like this one are still around. Fingers crossed 🤞🏾 everything continues to go well through the night for me but you absolutely cannot beat good customer service which a lot of businesses lack. I literally called around in a panic and got lucky when I took a chance reading the reviews. The reviews are not just hype, my experience was very pleasant! Again, so glad I called Galbreath!
Jason
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Sherri's (sorry if I spelled it wrong) ability to get me seen as quickly as possible, Brandon's professionalism, technical knowledge, and ability to explain my issue simply enough for me to understand made me a customer for future HVAC needs I may have.
Cookie Q.
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Susan Luke E.
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Sherry was great over the phone. I was especially impressed she was willing to take a new client during this busy post-Helene activity! Aaron was amazing, professional, thorough, and took extra care to make sure I understood everything he was doing & why! I’m a very happy new customer, especially now that my air conditioning is working😀
Sofia B.
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Brandon took such good care of us today. He was extremely thorough, explained everything in an understandable way (which is hard to do with HVAC) and even helped me bring in some packages that on my front porch. The office staff is also extremely friendly and efficient.
Thomas C.
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Aaron came and serviced my hvac and did an amazing job. And the woman that took my call was awesome too. I signed up for future service with you. Thanks again for coming on such short notice. Appreciate it.
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