Air Conditioner Repair in Berthoud, CO

IMS Heating & Air is headquartered in Berthoud, on Longs Peak Road. When your air conditioner quits on a 95-degree July afternoon, our technicians are minutes from Old Town, Heron Lakes and Prairie Star, not stuck in traffic on I-25. We’ve repaired air conditioners across Larimer County since 1999. Call (970) 913-0868 to schedule.

Signs Your Air Conditioner Needs Repair

Berthoud summers are short but hot, and small AC problems tend to show up during the first heat wave. Call us if you notice:

• Warm or barely cool air coming from the vents
• The outdoor unit running while the fan inside doesn’t, or the reverse
• Ice on the refrigerant lines or the indoor coil
• Water pooling around the indoor unit or a tripped condensate switch
• Buzzing, clicking or grinding when the system starts
• The system running nonstop while the house never reaches the thermostat setting
• A breaker that trips every time the AC kicks on

Common AC Problems We Fix in Berthoud

Our technicians diagnose and repair failed capacitors and contactors, condenser fan motors, refrigerant leaks, frozen evaporator coils, clogged condensate drains, compressor problems and thermostat or wiring faults. As a Carrier Factory Authorized Dealer, we service Carrier equipment and other major brands of central air conditioners and heat pumps.

Some problems are specific to this part of the Front Range:

• Hail damage. Summer hailstorms along the Highway 287 corridor can flatten condenser fins and cut airflow through the outdoor unit.
• Cottonwood fluff. In early summer, cottonwood seed from trees along the Little Thompson River and neighborhood greenbelts packs into condenser coils and makes the system work harder.
• Dust and wind. Rural properties and acreage along Highways 56 and 60 see more dust buildup on outdoor coils than homes in town.
• Converted cooling systems. Some older homes near Mountain Avenue started with evaporative coolers and added central air later, often with ductwork that wasn’t sized for it.

Repair or Replace Your Air Conditioner?

Repair usually makes sense when the system is under 10 to 12 years old and the problem is a single part. Replacement is worth discussing when the unit is older, uses R-22 refrigerant, needs a compressor or keeps breaking down every summer. Our technician will explain both options with upfront pricing before any work begins. If replacement makes more sense, see our AC installation options and financing with approved credit.

Berthoud Homes and Their Cooling Needs

Berthoud’s housing stock ranges from early 1900s houses in Old Town to newer builds in Heron Lakes, Heron Pointe, Prairie Star, Berthoud Heights West and Berthoud Commons. Each one comes with its own ductwork, equipment age and cooling challenges:

• Old Town and Mountain Avenue: Older homes may have undersized ducts, limited return air or no central air at all. A ductless mini-split can cool these homes without major renovation.
• Heron Lakes and newer subdivisions: Larger two-story homes near TPC Colorado often have upstairs rooms that run hot, which points to airflow or zoning issues rather than a failing unit.
• Rural homes and acreage: Longer refrigerant line runs and exposure to wind and dust call for regular coil cleaning.

Why Berthoud Homeowners Call IMS Heating & Air

• Local shop: Our headquarters is in Berthoud, so homes in the 80513 ZIP code are close to our team.
• Upfront pricing: A licensed technician diagnoses the problem and gives you a clear estimate before starting work.
• 100% money-back guarantee on every job.
• BBB accredited for more than a decade.
• Senior, military and first responder discounts are available.

Visit us at 5213 Longs Peak Rd A, Berthoud, CO 80513.

Prevent the Next Breakdown With AC Maintenance

A spring tune-up cleans the condenser coil, checks refrigerant levels and electrical parts, and clears the condensate drain before the first heat wave. Learn more about AC maintenance or join our Comfort Club Plans for annual heating, cooling and plumbing visits plus member discounts.

More Cooling Services in Berthoud and Nearby

Explore all of our cooling services, our HVAC services in Berthoud and our general AC repair page. We also repair air conditioners in nearby Loveland, Longmont, Mead and Johnstown.