When a Sewickley homeowner’s A/C quit right before out-of-town visitors, Spurk HVAC stepped in
with same-day service and honest guidance that ended in a full system upgrade that was fully
covered by insurance.
The Emergency
A homeowner in Sewickley reached out to Spurk HVAC in full panic mode: their A/C had stopped working during a summer heatwave, just days before hosting out-of-town guests, and other HVAC companies were booked out for weeks.
The owner was in a tough spot: they could try a quick A/C repair to get the system running before guests arrived, but their aging system was likely to break down again, making the repair feel useless.
Challenges:
No cooling during peak summer heat
Urgency due to incoming visitors
A 15-year-old HVAC system showing signs of decline
Uncertainty about insurance coverage for the damage
Financial concerns about the cost of replacement
The Solution
Our scheduling team was able to shift appointments and book them that same day by working with clients who had less urgent cooling maintenance needs.
When our technician arrived, they discovered electrical damage to the A/C system, likely caused by a power surge. Fortunately, the homeowner had equipment coverage, and their insurance company approved the cost of A/C replacement.
However, the rest of the HVAC system was in similarly poor condition: inefficient, outdated, and approaching the end of its lifespan.
Our technician explained the long-term
value of a full system replacement, including:
Improved energy efficiency & performance
Better dehumidification for Pennsylvania’s muggy summers
Increased efficiency for the cold winter months
$2,000-$2,500 savings over purchasing the systems separately
Better dehumidification for Pennsylvania’s muggy summers