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Split Type Aircon Repair.

Split systems have an indoor and an outdoor side. Indoor faults show as weak airflow, water leaks, or noise. Outdoor faults show as no cooling, tripping, or a hot compressor. Diagnosis checks both sides before parts are replaced. Typical repairs cover the PCB, fan motor, sensors, drain pump, and compressor.

825

Directory listings

46

Provinces with providers

₱500

Indicative low

₱12,000

Indicative high

What is included

  • Indoor and outdoor inspection
  • Error code reading
  • Airflow and coil check
  • PCB and sensor test
  • Refrigerant pressure check
  • Drain pump check
  • Repair quote

Signs you need this service

  • Indoor unit runs but the air is warm
  • Water leaks from the indoor unit
  • Outdoor unit does not start
  • Frequent breaker trips
  • Error code on the display
  • Grinding or rattling noise

The process, step by step

  1. Interview and error code. The technician asks when the fault started and whether it happens all the time or only in certain modes. Any error code is recorded before the power is cycled.
  2. Test the indoor unit. Airflow, filter condition, blower, drain pump, and sensors are checked. The indoor unit is often the source of water leaks and weak cooling.
  3. Test the outdoor unit. The technician checks power, capacitor, fan motor, compressor windings, and refrigerant pressures. Both sides are compared before a diagnosis is made.
  4. Confirm the fault. The suspected part is tested directly, not replaced on a guess. You are shown the reading or the damaged part and given a written quote.
  5. Repair and test both sides. After the repair, the unit runs in cooling mode while airflow, drain, pressures, and current are checked. The work area is cleaned before turnover.

Price table

What the job costs

Indicative Philippine market ranges by unit type. These are not quotes from any listing.

Indicative market range, PHP
Unit typeIndicative lowIndicative highNotes
Diagnosis₱500₱1,000Indoor and outdoor testing before a quote.
Fan motor replacement₱1,500₱3,500Indoor or outdoor, depending on the model.
PCB replacement₱3,000₱7,000Inverter boards can cost more.
Sensor replacement₱800₱1,800Thermistor or room sensor, parts and labor.
Drain pump replacement₱1,500₱3,000For units that cannot drain by gravity.
Compressor replacement₱6,000₱12,000Includes recovery, vacuum, and recharge.

Repair or replace?

  • Repair if the fault is a single part and the coils are sound.
  • Compare a compressor plus PCB quote with the price of a new unit.
  • A unit over 10 years old with two major faults is usually a replacement case.
  • Ask whether the quote includes recovery, vacuum, and recharge.

How to use the quote

Ask the technician to write the diagnosis, the parts to be replaced, the refrigerant to be used, and the labor charge as separate lines. A quote that only gives one total is hard to compare and easy to inflate.

For a major part, ask whether it is new, rebuilt, or surplus. Confirm the warranty in writing. If the shop cannot explain why the part failed, get a second opinion before approving the work.

Province links

Split Type Aircon Repair by province

Provinces with listings that mention this service. Each link opens the full local directory.

National directory

Providers

Aircon repair providers

These shops carry the general aircon repair tag. Confirm the specific component job before booking.

JV Aire Airconditioning Services Inc. (Aircon installation, cleaning, repair, mechanical works), aircon services in Parañaque, Metro Manila

JV Aire Airconditioning Services Inc. (Aircon installation, cleaning, repair, mechanical works)

Parañaque, Metro Manila

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Split Type Aircon Repair: common questions

Why is my split aircon blowing warm air?
Check the mode and thermostat first. If the outdoor unit is not running, the cause may be a capacitor, PCB, or compressor. Low refrigerant from a leak also reduces cooling. A dirty filter is the simplest cause. The technician should test both units before quoting a repair.
How long does split aircon repair take?
A sensor or drain pump replacement can take one to two hours. A PCB or fan motor job may take half a day, especially if the part must be sourced. Compressor replacement usually takes four to eight hours. Ask for a schedule that includes the part order and the test run.
How do I know if the problem is indoor or outdoor?
If the indoor fan runs but the air is warm, the fault is often outdoor, such as the compressor or condenser fan. Water leaks and weak airflow point to the indoor side. Error codes can point to either. A full diagnosis checks both before any part is replaced.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a split aircon?
Compare the repair quote with a new unit of the same capacity. A single part repair is usually worth it if the unit is under eight years old. If the compressor and PCB both failed, or the coils are corroded, replacement is often cheaper over the next few years.
Can I replace only the outdoor unit?
Sometimes, if the indoor coil and piping match the new outdoor unit and the refrigerant type is the same. Mixing unmatched parts can reduce performance and void the warranty. The installer should confirm compatibility and flush the line set. A matched set is the safer choice.

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