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Wauchula, FL

Heating And AC Repair at our Wauchula shop

Bring it to our Wauchula shop and we'll handle the heating and ac repair. Here's where to find us, when we're open, and how to book a time.

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Where to find our Wauchula shop

Address, hours, and directions for the shop that handles your heating and ac repair.

Address

201 North 6th Avenue
Wauchula, FL 33873

Shop phone

(863) 222-3947

Hours

Monday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday
7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
Closed

Recent Heating And AC Repair Work in Wauchula

Real jobs completed by our team in the Wauchula area

Our team

Our Team

August 2026

Why Is My Car's AC Blowing Warm Air?

The Problem

The vehicle owner reported that the air conditioning was blowing warm air instead of cold.

What We Found

The technician found that the AC system had 0.00 lbs of refrigerant, indicating it was completely empty.

The Fix

The team evacuated and recharged the R134A air conditioning system. They verified system pressures, refrigerant levels, and cooling vent temperature. The proper refrigerant and oil capacity were installed, and a leak test was conducted. A UV dye was added to the system to help identify any potential leaks if the issue reoccurs.

The Result

The air conditioning system was restored to proper function, blowing cold air once again.

Pro Tip

If your AC starts blowing warm air, it may be due to a refrigerant leak. Adding UV dye during service can help locate leaks if the problem returns, saving time and preventing further discomfort.

Reviews

What Wauchula customers say about our heating and ac repair work

I needed a aux battery for my vehicle and Johnny's was able to get me in right away. I had been to the building when it was Ron's, boy has it changed. The place is immaculate. There is seating in the ac for waiting ,as well as a drink and munchies if you desire.The installation of my second battery didn't seen to take long at all,which means they know what they are doing as they are a pain in the butt to replace. The price was reasonable too. When I left there on my dashboard was a carnation. What a nice touch.I think they are going to be my go to.

Connie B

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Ac service

Nancy Willett

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Had my AC repaired very quickly. Gr3at customer service, very friendly and ptofessional. Thank you.

Joseph Dyer

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Professionalism from the start, great communication, and quick delivery time. I took my vehicle to Johnny’s Automotive for what I thought was an AC problem, but they quickly found it was actually an overheating issue and an oil leak. Before coming here, I was scammed by Agua Wash and Lube, who falsely claimed my AC was recharged and had a leak. Just two hours later, the same issue came back. Johnny’s team found the freon was low and diagnosed the real problem with honesty and care. This is a credible, veteran-friendly shop that treats locals and visitors with integrity. Highly recommend!

frania zamora

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Ron is an excellent, honest, knowledgeable mechanic who deserves ten-plus (10) stars. My mentor and close friend, Ms. Treasa, referred him to me, and he repaired my car's A/C, a tune-up, and the 57-point inspection; the car is excellent, and the A/C is working outstandingly. If you need a great and honest mechanic, do not look any further; you will not be disappointed. Ron, thank you so much, and may God continue showering you with abundant blessings from above. Warm regards, Bea Johnson.

Bea Johnson

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right in right out, A/C cooling again. oh yeah thanks Marty. FOLKS these are good people. are they perfect? no, are you? no.

John

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FAQ

Heating And AC Repair in Wauchula: questions answered

Answered by our licensed technicians serving Wauchula.

Can you just add refrigerant and see if it holds?

We can, and sometimes that's the right call on a system that's only slightly low with no evidence of a leak. But if the system lost enough to stop cooling, it lost it somewhere, and refilling it without finding that spot means paying for the same refrigerant twice. We'd rather look first and tell you what it will take.

How do you find a leak you can't see?

Three ways, usually in this order. Refrigerant carries oil with it, so the first pass is looking for the oily film a leak leaves on fittings, hoses and seals. Then an electronic detector, which picks up traces at the joint itself. For slow leaks we add UV dye, run the system, and bring the car back under a black light so the leak has time to mark its own location.

Is the water dripping under my car normal?

If it's clear water under the passenger side after the AC has been running, that's condensation coming off the drain tube and it's exactly what should happen in this humidity. What isn't normal is that water showing up inside on the carpet, or a puddle that's colored, slick or sweet smelling. Bring those in.

Does the AC need servicing on a schedule?

We don't sell a recharge on a mileage interval, because a sealed system that's cooling properly doesn't need one. What is worth doing is checking vent temperature and the cabin filter during a regular inspection, so a slow loss gets caught while it's still cheap. If a system needs refrigerant every year to stay cold, the honest answer is that it's leaking every year.

Should I run the AC during the cooler months?

Yes, and it costs you nothing to do it. The compressor's seals stay lubricated by refrigerant oil circulating through the system, and a system that sits unused all winter is more likely to weep at those seals. Running the defroster does it automatically on most vehicles, since the AC compressor runs in defrost mode to dry the air.

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