What Qualifies as an HVAC Emergency?
Not every HVAC problem is an emergency — but the following situations require immediate professional attention. Do not wait until morning. Do not wait until Monday. Call now.
- No heat when outdoor temperatures are below freezing — risk of hypothermia for occupants and frozen/burst pipes that can cause thousands in water damage
- Gas smell near your furnace, boiler, or gas lines — evacuate immediately, call 911, then call us
- Carbon monoxide detector alarm — evacuate all occupants immediately, call 911, then call Fixar for system inspection
- Electrical burning smell from HVAC equipment — turn off the system at the breaker and call immediately
- AC failure during extreme heat (95°F+) — dangerous for elderly, children, and those with medical conditions
- Boiler flooding or major water leak — shut off the water supply if possible and call for emergency service
- Commercial refrigeration failure — walk-in freezer or cooler down means spoiled inventory and health code violations
- Complete system failure in a commercial building — employee safety and business operations depend on fast restoration
If any of the above apply to you right now, stop reading and call:
Emergency AC Repair
NYC summers can be brutal — heat indices above 100°F are not uncommon. When your AC fails during a heat wave, it is not just uncomfortable; it is a health risk, especially for the elderly, young children, and those with respiratory conditions.
Fixar provides 24/7 emergency AC repair for:
- Central air conditioning systems
- Ductless mini split systems
- Rooftop units (RTUs)
- Commercial HVAC systems
- Split systems and packaged units
Our technicians arrive with fully stocked vehicles — refrigerant, capacitors, contactors, fan motors, and control boards — so most emergency AC repairs are completed in a single visit.
Emergency Heating Repair
Losing heat in a NYC winter is dangerous. Pipes can freeze in as little as 4-6 hours when indoor temperatures drop below 40°F. Fixar responds to emergency heating calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including holidays.
We provide emergency repair for:
- Gas and oil furnaces
- Heat pumps
- Ductless mini split heating
- Radiator and baseboard heating systems
- Commercial heating equipment
What to Do While Waiting for the Technician
- Open cabinet doors under sinks to let warm air circulate around pipes
- Let faucets drip slightly to prevent pipe freezing
- Use space heaters safely — keep them away from curtains, furniture, and bedding; never leave unattended
- Close off unused rooms to concentrate heat in occupied spaces
- Check your thermostat — make sure it is set to "Heat" and the temperature is set above room temperature
- Check your breaker panel — a tripped breaker can shut off your heating system
Emergency Boiler Repair Brooklyn & NYC
Boiler failures are the most common winter emergency we handle. Brooklyn brownstones, multi-family buildings, and older apartment buildings rely on boilers for heat and hot water — when the boiler goes down, everyone suffers.
Fixar's emergency boiler services include:
- No-heat boiler diagnostics and repair
- Boiler leaks and flooding
- Failed circulator pumps and zone valves
- Ignition and pilot light failures
- Pressure relief valve discharge
- Frozen condensate lines (condensing boilers)
We carry common boiler repair parts on our trucks to minimize downtime. For building managers and landlords: we understand NYC HPD heat requirements and work urgently to restore heat before violations are issued.
Our Emergency Response
Under 2-Hour Response
Average arrival time for emergency calls across our service area. We dispatch the nearest available technician immediately.
24/7/365 Availability
Nights, weekends, holidays — we answer the phone and dispatch technicians around the clock, every day of the year.
Fully Stocked Trucks
Our service vehicles carry the most common repair parts so we can fix most emergencies in a single visit without waiting for parts.
Upfront Emergency Pricing
We provide a clear price before starting any work. No surprise charges. Emergency rates are transparent and explained before you authorize the repair.
Service Areas
Brooklyn
Our home base. Fastest response times — often under 1 hour.
Manhattan
All neighborhoods from the Financial District to Washington Heights.
Queens
Astoria, Flushing, Jamaica, Long Island City, and all Queens neighborhoods.
Bronx
Full coverage across the Bronx including Riverdale, Fordham, and Pelham Bay.
Staten Island
Emergency service available throughout Staten Island.
Long Island
Nassau and western Suffolk County emergency response available.
Do not wait. Call now and a real person will answer:
Emergency HVAC FAQ
How fast can you get to my home?
Our average emergency response time is under 2 hours. In Brooklyn — our home base — we often arrive within 45-60 minutes. We dispatch the nearest available technician as soon as you call.
Is there an extra charge for emergency/after-hours service?
Emergency and after-hours calls do carry a higher service fee than standard business-hours appointments. However, we always provide the total cost upfront before beginning any work. There are no hidden charges or surprise fees.
What should I do if I smell gas?
Leave the building immediately. Do not turn on or off any lights or electrical switches — a spark could ignite the gas. Once outside, call 911 and Con Edison's gas emergency line at 1-800-752-6633. After the area is cleared by the gas company, call Fixar for HVAC system inspection and repair.
Can you fix my heat tonight?
In most cases, yes. Our technicians carry common heating repair parts on their trucks and can resolve the majority of no-heat emergencies in a single visit. For rare situations requiring a specialty part, we will provide temporary heating solutions and schedule the repair for the earliest possible time.
Do you handle commercial HVAC emergencies?
Yes. We provide 24/7 emergency service for commercial HVAC systems including rooftop units, VRF systems, boilers, walk-in freezers, and coolers. We understand that commercial equipment failures impact your business operations, employee comfort, and inventory — and we respond accordingly.
HVAC Emergency? Don't Wait.
Our technicians are available 24/7 for emergency heating, cooling, and boiler repairs across NYC and Long Island.
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