Service Visit · Arrowhead / Glendale

ECM Blower Motor and Contactor Replacement in Arrowhead / Glendale — August 2025

CompletedAugust 26, 2025

TechnicianGarrett

Service AreaArrowhead / Glendale

Equipment AgeAir handler: about 8 years old, Air handler: about 10 years old, Heat pump: about 10 years old, Heat pump: about 8 years old

Visit Invoice Total$1,713.00

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Reported by the Homeowner

Blowing hot air.

Arrowhead / Glendale homeowner · August 26, 2025

The Report

What the homeowner told us

Blowing hot air.

Findings & Work Performed

What Garrett documented during the visit

I replaced the contactor and the condenser fan motor, and I cleared the clogged condensate drain line. I verified all electrical connections were tight and the drain was flowing freely.

The Verification

Verification performed

I restored power and confirmed proper system operation with the outdoor unit starting smoothly and the fan running correctly. I checked for good airflow and proper condensate drainage before leaving.

— Related Services

How this repair fits into our Phoenix HVAC service

This repair is one example of the AC Repair & Maintenance work AZ Perfect Comfort performs across Glendale, AZ. You can browse every case study we have published for this type of work in the ECM Blower Motor and Contactor Replacement case studies archive. Homeowners who join our Comfort Club maintenance membership get every eligible repair backed by our Lifetime Repair Guarantee. For larger repairs and replacements, financing options are available for qualifying projects.

— Parts & Work Performed

Exactly what was installed

Item	Description	Qty	Price
TRIP-100	Trip Charge for AZ Perfect Comfort to travel to customer homeCharge is waived with paid repair during normal business hours.	1	$49.98
CAP-230	Replace contactor 30/40 amp - 2 pole.	1	$323.00
DIS-Diamond-110	Charge is waived with any performed and paid repair or service.Monday through Friday 7am to 5pm.	1	$-49.98
CON-100	Clear the condensate drain line. Clean and flush pipe that drains the condensate from the indoor unit to ensure proper draining of condensation created during the heating or cooling cycle.	1	$266.00
IDBMECM1-1/12	Remove the existing indoor fan motor and replace with a new ECM- 1-1/2 HP fan motor. Test all operations and adjust fan speed for proper airflow in the home.Benefits of ECM:Two year part warranty. Inc	1	$1,124.00

Total: $1,713.00

— Photo Documentation

16 photos from this repair

Every step of this repair was documented on-site by Garrett.

Contactor with connected low-voltage and line leads, adjacent to a 10 mfd run capacitor and bundled control wiring.

Outdoor condenser control compartment open, showing new contactor and ECM blower motor capacitor with connected wiring and terminals.

Wall-mounted thermostat displays a room temperature of 87°F, with setpoint and hold buttons visible below the screen.

Old contactor with burnt contacts removed next to new replacement contactor on top of the outdoor condenser unit.

Old and new two-pole contactors placed on the condenser top, showing terminal screws and coil connections for replacement.

Contactor installed inside outdoor unit with multiple color-coded conductors connected; nearby dual capacitors labeled 10 mfd RED and 20 mfd YELLOW.

Condensate drain assembly with inline float switch hanging above a drain pan near the air handler cabinet.

Clogged condensate drain fitting with brown sludge buildup, adjacent to insulated drain line and drip pan inside the air handler.

ECM blower motor wiring connector with red, blue, black, and brown leads routed into the motor housing inside the air handler.

Wall-mounted thermostat with display illuminated and control buttons visible, set to Cool mode with fan set to Auto.

Close-up of an ECM blower motor connector with multiple colored wires attached to labeled terminals inside the air handler.

Removed blower assembly with ECM motor and wheel on the floor, showing housing orientation arrow and attached wiring.

Close-up of an air handler return opening with visible gap and shadowed interior, showing metal flange and mounting hardware.

Open PVC condensate drain cleanout next to the air handler, showing interior buildup and surrounding rust stains on the pan.

Clogged condensate drain line opening with dark sludge buildup and debris removed from an air handler pan.

Technician holds a condensate drain cleanout with a brown debris blockage removed from the PVC fitting.

— Frequently Asked

Questions about this repair

What was the problem with the AC system in this Arrowhead / Glendale repair?

The homeowner reported airflow and cooling issues. The technician found a failing ECM blower motor and a worn contactor causing unreliable operation, and he replaced both components and cleared a clogged condensate drain to restore proper performance.

Does AZ Perfect Comfort service Arrowhead / Glendale?

Yes. AZ Perfect Comfort services Arrowhead / Glendale and the greater Phoenix Metro area, including same-day repairs like this one. Call (602) 613-3489 to schedule.

Are these AC repairs guaranteed?

AZ Perfect Comfort Diamond Members receive our Lifetime Repair Guarantee — if the same failure returns, the repair is on us. All other repairs are covered by our standard workmanship warranty. Ask your technician about becoming a Diamond Member to unlock the lifetime guarantee.

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