Emergency HVAC Service
When the heat goes out in January or the AC fails in July — call us first.
HVAC emergencies don't follow business hours. Junior Collins HVAC responds to urgent heating and cooling service calls for homes and businesses across Surry, Wilkes, Yadkin, Ashe, and Alleghany County. We carry common parts on our service vehicles to resolve most emergency calls in a single visit.
What's Covered
Our Emergency HVAC Service Service Includes
- Emergency diagnostic and repair for all HVAC systems — all brands
- No-heat calls prioritized in cold weather — especially vulnerable households
- No-cool calls prioritized in extreme heat for elderly and medical-need homes
- Complete system diagnosis on arrival — no guessing
- Common repair parts stocked on service vehicles for same-visit repairs
- Clear communication about repair options and costs before work begins
- Temporary stabilization when parts require ordering
Honest Service. Reliable Comfort.
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Pro Tips for Homeowners
No heat in freezing weather: Use electric space heaters in occupied rooms (keep them away from curtains and flammable materials). Let faucets drip slightly if pipes are at risk of freezing. Open cabinet doors under sinks on exterior walls. Call us at (336) 874-2168 immediately.
No cooling in extreme heat: Close blinds and curtains on the sun-facing side of the house. Move elderly family members and young children to the coolest part of the home. Fans don't cool the air but they do help with heat tolerance. If anyone shows signs of heat illness, seek medical help first.
Gas smell: Leave the home immediately without using any light switches, phones, or appliances. Don't start your car in the garage. Call your gas company from outside. Call us after the gas company clears the scene.
CO alarm: Evacuate everyone immediately. Call 911 from outside. Do not re-enter until emergency services clear the home. Our technicians can inspect the heat exchanger after the home is cleared.
Watch For These
Signs You May Need Emergency HVAC Service
Don't wait until a full breakdown. If you notice any of these, give us a call.
FAQ
Common Questions
How do I reach you for an emergency?
Call (336) 874-2168. That's the best and fastest way to reach us for urgent situations. We prioritize no-heat calls in cold weather and no-cool calls during extreme heat, especially for households with elderly residents, young children, or medical conditions.
What should I do while I wait for the technician?
No heat: Use safe supplemental heating if available — electric space heaters in dry areas away from curtains. Keep faucets dripping if temperatures are near freezing to protect pipes. No cooling: Close blinds on sun-facing windows, minimize heat-generating appliances, move vulnerable family members to the coolest room. Gas smell: Don't re-enter the home until cleared by the gas company.
What qualifies as an HVAC emergency?
No heat when outdoor temperatures are at or below 40°F, especially with vulnerable occupants. No cooling when outdoor temperatures exceed 90°F with elderly, infants, or medical-needs residents. Any situation involving gas smells, CO alarm activation, or electrical burning smell from HVAC equipment. Flooding from AC overflow. These situations warrant calling us immediately.
Can you fix it the same visit?
For most common emergency repairs — failed capacitors, failed igniters, clogged drain lines, tripped safeties — yes, we carry the parts and can resolve it in a single visit. For less common parts (specific control boards, certain motors, specialty components), we may need to order the part and return, but we'll get your system stabilized or give you a clear plan before we leave.
My pipes might be freezing — is that an HVAC problem?
It can be. Freezing pipes are often related to a loss of heat, which may be an HVAC problem. If your heat has been off and temperatures have been below freezing, call us right away. We prioritize these situations. In the meantime, let faucets drip slowly and open cabinet doors under sinks on exterior walls.
Do you charge extra for emergency calls?
We're transparent about after-hours and emergency service rates — call us and we'll tell you what to expect before you commit. We never start work without explaining all costs first. We believe you deserve honest pricing even when you're in a difficult situation.
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Junior Collins HVAC has been serving State Road, Elkin, and the NC Foothills since 2003. Call or request a quote — we respond promptly.
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