Valerie [va-lerie] as a girls' name is pronounced VAL-er-ee. It is of Latin origin, and the meaning of Valerie is strong, healthy. Feminine of Valerius, a Roman family clan name; the French form of an early Christian name, Valeria. Also the name of a fourth-century Spanish saint. Actresses Valerie Harper, Valerie Bertinelli, Valerie Perrine.
Compressor Costs. If popping in new overload and compressor relays doesn't restore your noisy refrigerator's cooling power, the compressor may be the culprit -- and it's a costly culprit, at that. While exact prices vary per brand and model, replacement compressors run from about $175 to $375, as of June 2015.
Quick Answer. RepairPal estimates the cost of replacing an air conditioner or heat pump compressor to be between approximately $750 to a bit over $1,000, as of 2015. Compressors form the heart of air conditioners and heat pumps, so replacements can be expensive. Continue Reading.