Rad Air Complete Car Care and Tire Center storefront and parking lot at 1200 West Portage Trail in Akron, Ohio

Akron Car AC Repair

Auto Air Conditioning Repair · Beat the Ohio Heat

Rad Air Akron

1200 West Portage Trail, Akron, OH 44313

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Store Hours

Open 8:00 am until 5:30 pm today

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(330) 680-5718
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What we do

Complete Car AC Repair in Akron

Blowing warm? Our ASE-certified techs diagnose and fix your car's air conditioning fast — from a simple recharge to compressor and leak repair — so you stay cool all summer. New A/C parts, including a new compressor, carry our Fixed for Life lifetime warranty.

A/C Diagnostics

We pinpoint exactly why your air conditioning isn't cold — low refrigerant, a leak, a bad compressor or an electrical fault — before any work begins.

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A/C Recharge & Evacuation

We evacuate old refrigerant and recharge your system to factory spec, so your A/C blows cold again — done right, not just topped off.

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Compressor Replacement

A failed compressor means no cold air. We diagnose and replace worn A/C compressors with quality parts and verify the fix.

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Leak Detection & Repair

Refrigerant leaks are the #1 reason A/C stops cooling. We use UV dye and electronic detection to find and seal leaks for good.

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Evaporator & Condenser

Damaged evaporators and condensers stop your system from cooling. We repair or replace these core A/C components.

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Vents, Odors & Cabin Air

Musty smell or weak airflow? We clean A/C vents and replace cabin air filters so your air is cold and fresh.

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What Akron drivers say

Rated 5 Stars by Your Neighbors

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4.7★★★★★from 545 Google reviews
KE Keith Esparza
★★★★★

They always do a great job on the repairs, offered at a great price, and they get the repairs done quickly… A personal thank you to the owner/manager Quenton for getting my car in when I needed the repairs done quickly.

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AL Anthony Labay
★★★★★

Rick (the manager) helped me right away… He communicated the entire time and answered any questions I had. I can't stress enough how great the service was. Rick and his crew are incredible and very nice and helpful.

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TW Tom Wolfe
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Very friendly and professional.

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BH Ben Hu
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Good service, reasonable price (use the online coupon available on their website).

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VB Vince Bir
★★★★★

Their customer service is exceptional — honest, professional, and transparent throughout… I have complete confidence in their technical expertise. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a repair shop they can trust.

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DW Dora Wilson
★★★★★

Friendly people, quality work and quick service.

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NR Neal Ratta
★★★★★

I've been to Rad Air before and was happy with the service… an oil change place couldn't remove the bolts to get the skid plate off my vehicle. I took it to Rad Air and they didn't charge extra for that. I'll use them again.

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PH Priscilla Hanlon
★★★★★

As always, the guys at Rad Air have done quality, thorough work. I truly appreciate that they stand by their work too. It's the reason I keep coming back.

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MP Mary Prieto
★★★★★

Every time I've needed servicing, Quenton and his crew have been exceptional. I feel comfortable with what I was told I needed without worrying about being taken advantage of. Trustworthy business and crew.

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LS Lisa Swigert
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Excellent customer service and car repair.

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Find us

Visit Our Merriman Valley Shop

We're on the Portage Trail Extension in northwest Akron, with free on-site parking and loaner vehicles so you're never stranded.

  • Downtown Akron~10 min northwest via Merriman Rd / Portage Path.
  • Cuyahoga Falls~8 min via Portage Trail / Front St.
  • Stow & Tallmadge~15 min via SR‑8 / Graham Rd.
  • From I-77Exit toward Ghent/Smith Rd, east to West Portage Trail.

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RAD AIR · AKRON1200 W PORTAGE TRAIL

Who we serve

Car AC Repair Across Summit County

Searching for car AC repair near me in the Akron area? Rad Air is right in Merriman Valley, serving drivers across these Summit County communities:

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Akron Car AC Repair FAQs

Where can I get my car's AC fixed near me in Akron?
If you're searching for car AC repair near you, Rad Air is at 1200 West Portage Trail in Akron's Merriman Valley — convenient to Cuyahoga Falls, Tallmadge, Stow and all of Summit County. We diagnose your A/C, give an upfront estimate, and offer loaner vehicles and same-day service on most jobs.
Why is my car's AC not blowing cold air?
If your car's AC isn't blowing cold, the most common causes are low refrigerant from a leak, a failing compressor, a clogged condenser, or an electrical fault. Rad Air Akron runs a full A/C diagnostic to find the real cause instead of just topping off refrigerant.
How much does car AC repair cost?
Car AC repair cost depends on the problem — a recharge is far less than a new compressor or evaporator. Rad Air Akron gives you an upfront estimate after the diagnostic, plus financing options for bigger A/C jobs so you can pay over time.
How often should I recharge my car's AC?
A sealed A/C system shouldn't need regular recharging. If your air conditioning stops cooling every season, you most likely have a refrigerant leak rather than a system that simply needs a top-off. Rad Air Akron checks for leaks first so the fix actually lasts.
How do you find an AC leak?
We add UV dye or use an electronic refrigerant detector to pinpoint exactly where your A/C is leaking — a hose, seal, condenser or compressor — then repair the failed part. Finding and sealing the leak is what makes an AC repair last.
Why does my car's AC smell musty?
A musty A/C smell usually comes from mold and bacteria on the evaporator or a dirty cabin air filter. Rad Air Akron cleans the system and replaces the cabin air filter so your air blows cold and fresh again.
Do you repair AC on hybrid and electric vehicles?
Yes. Our Akron shop is home to Cleveland Hybrid, with ASE-certified technicians trained to service the air conditioning on all makes of hybrid and electric vehicles, which use specialized electric A/C compressors and refrigerants.
Do you warranty AC repairs?
Yes. A/C repairs are backed by our 36-month/36,000-mile (whichever comes first) parts and labor warranty, and new A/C components — including a new compressor — are covered by our Fixed for Life limited lifetime warranty. See our full warranty for details.
Rad Air Fixed for Life Warranty Program — fix it once, and never again

Backed by the Fixed for Life Warranty

Every repair carries our 36-month/36,000-mile parts & labor guarantee, whichever comes first — and qualifying new parts are covered for as long as you own your vehicle. See what's covered →

AC not blowing cold?

Beat the Ohio heat · Open Mon–Fri · 8:00–5:30 · Merriman Valley