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About Seabreeze Marine Air
What are your hours and how do I contact you?
We make appointments five days a week, year round and our service technicians are on the road from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. To schedula an appointment, please call us at (914) 826-7857 or email us at info@sbmair.com
What is your Service Area?
We have three service trucks on the road each day that cover Long Island Sound and the Hudson River on a regular basis. On Long Island, we cover from Port Jefferson to New York Harbor and in Connecticut, we cover from Branford to New York. On the Hudson, we cover anything South of Haverstraw. We are happy to provide you with a quote for service at locations further than our normal area.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept all major credit cards including MasterCard, VISA, American Express and Discover. We also accept personal checks and on-line payments.
What types of marine air systems do you work on?
We work on just about any system, new or old. We are factory trained on most major brands and are an authorized dealer for Dometic. If your system is old and parts are hard to come by, we are happy to give you a quote on a new replacement system.
Do you sell new marine air systems?
Yes. We sell new system by Dometic in all sizes for any type or size yacht. We can sell you a system directly or install it. Please visit the store tab on this website for pricing on most standard size systems. Larger, more complex systems can also be quoted.
Do you stock parts?
Yes. Our trucks carry most standard parts including controller boards, pumps, pressure switchs, relays, thermostats and refridgerant. In most cases, we can have your system up and running in one visit!
Installation
How much does a new system cost?
That depends on the size of the system and the type of installation. For most boats, new installations cost between $7500 and $8000 per unit. New installation costs include all parts and installation services. Some installations may require additional parts or installation costs.
How much does a replacement marine air system cost?
For most boats, replacements cost between $4300 and $4800 including all parts and installation services per unit. Some installations may require additional parts or installation costs.
How long does it take to install a marine air system on my boat?
Once you have an appointment, replacements can be done in about half a day. In some cases, we may need a second day. Most new installations take 1-2 days.
Do I replace my older system or have it repaired?
Most marine a/c units last around 10 years. If your unit is close to that age or older, we recommend replacing it with a new unit. In addition to being more reliable, newer units are generally quieter and more efficient. Because marine a/c units use geothermal cooling (or heating) and cycle sea water through your unit, it is important that your a/c unit be properly installed and in good mechanical condition.
Can I buy a new unit from you and install it myself?
Yes. We can sell you models from popular brands such as Dometic. Please give us a call at (914) 826-7857 to discuss which a/c units would be best for your application and to get a quote.
Can you install a system I have already purchased?
In most cases, we are happy to install new units that customers acquire on their own. However, we won’t install second hand or damaged units. We also require that customers provide us with the brand and model of unit before we schedule the install so that we can procure the necessary accessories to complete the install successfully.
What size unit should I install on my boat?
As part of our consultation prior to your order, we will provide recommendations on which unit(s) would work best with your boat and requirements. We are experts at both single and multiple unit installations. In most cases, multiple units can share components (like condensation and circulation pumps) to reduce cost and complexity.
Should I replace my system with the largest size possible?
A/C sizing is unfortunately a bit complicated. In order for your unit to operate efficiently, you need to have the right size return (air coming into the a/c) and vents for the power of unit you have. If your unit has too much power for the amount of airflow, the coils can actually be damaged or even freeze! Also, if you too much airflow, the unit may not be able to provide enough cooling (or heating) for the volume of air and not actually cool (or heat) your boat at all. This may also apply to the volume of water that can go through your existing plumbing. To make things even more complicated, some units rated for the same power actually require different amounts of airflow and water. And, if you have too large a unit, it may cycle on and off much more frequently as it heats or cools your boat too quickly with too much airflow. We can help though! Please give us a call and we can help you pick the right unit and help you with the installation.
I have an older Cruiseair system but can't find a similar model-can you help?
Yes. Our trucks carry most standard parts including controller boards, pumps, pressure switchs, relays, thermostats and refridgerant. In most cases, we can have your system up and running in one visit!
Does my boat need to hauled out of the water for you to work on it?
We can perform most replacements or upgrades while your boat is in the water. If we uncover any issues with your current pass-throughs or other safety issues, we may not be able to finish the work without pulling the boat out of the water. New installations do require the boat to be out of the water because they require making pass-throughs in the hull to circulate water for the a/c unit.
Can you replace my current split system with a self-contained system?
Yes. We can replace your existing split system with a new self-contained Dometic unit. The new unit will be much quieter, efficient and reliable than your old system.
Error Codes
My Display says "LO" what does that indicate?
Air conditioning units are very sensitive to fluctuations in electrical current. They need to be provided with consistent voltage and amperage to function appropriately. As a result, most modern units will shut down automatically when they detect the wrong voltage or other irregularities in the electricity coming to them. There are myriad issues that can cause this such as corrosion of wires, grounding problems, improper wiring, too much load on your boat’s electrical system or problems inside the electrical components of the unit itself.
What does "HI PS" and "Low PS" mean on my display controller?
Both refer to the pressure in the compression system that creates the cooling effect that ultimately cools the air blown into your cabin. Low pressure usually indicates a leak - which could be too small to be seen with a naked eye. High pressure usually means that there is an issue with the flow of refrigerant through the system. This can result from blockages or kinks in hoses, damaged coils or similar issues. Unfortunately, both of these tend to be very time consuming to diagnose and resolve. We strongly recommend against adding more refrigerant to a system that is known to leak, even if the leak is small because leaks often grow quickly and could damage your unit or even cause more serious issues.
What does a "PE" error code mean?
PE stands for program error and means that there is a software problem inside the electronics that control your unit. Your unit will likely shut down in response to this error. Often, these errors require a professional diagnostic, though some units may allow you to swap out the electronic components. In some cases, these errors may also be caused by other issues that the system hasn’t properly diagnosed.