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    Feb 3, 2018, 03:19 PM
    Contactor replaced
    Contactor replaced on heat pump, the thermostat was also replaced without asking me. Mine was working fine and now I am being charged $158.70 for thermostat. It was a 2 pole contactor. Is this what had to be done or did he just want to make more money?
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    Feb 3, 2018, 03:37 PM
    Contactor Replacement | www.DIYHVACRepair.com

    What does a repair costs?
    This is a tough question to answer accurately. A lot depends on the area you live in, the company, flat rate vs. time and material and many other factors. I have seen prices as low as $150 and as high as $300. The parts for this repair are pretty inexpensive. It is a great candidate for a do it yourself person or someone just looking to save a little cash.
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    Feb 5, 2018, 09:57 AM
    Usually just 1 fails, Never seen both at same time, if windings of contactor shorted, thermostat would carry a heavier load, would have thought fuse in Air Handler would have gone first. If Thermostat had a problem and while checking Contactor voltage saw it was corroded, wore, beat. I would replace contactor to prevent a future call. Would show Owner Contactor? and Leave old Thermostat? If Mercury, would dispose of safely.
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    Feb 5, 2018, 01:27 PM
    What was the reason for the service call? That may shed light on why he replaced the thermostat AND contactor.
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