AC Installation & Replacement

Sizing the System Instead of Guessing

Swapping in a new AC that matches the size of the old one is a common mistake because the old one may have been wrong from the start, or your home's insulation, windows, or ductwork may have changed since it was installed. We run a Manual J load calculation on every replacement so the equipment matches your home's actual cooling needs. Oversized units short cycle, leave humidity in the air, and wear out faster. Undersized units run constantly and still cannot keep up on a 115-degree afternoon. Getting the size right affects your utility bill every single month for the life of the system.

What the Install Day Actually Looks Like

Our crew removes the old condenser and air handler, checks the existing ductwork for leaks or crushed sections, and replaces the line set or refrigerant lines when needed rather than reusing worn parts. We pull the required city permit and schedule the inspection so the job is documented and done to code, which matters if you sell the home later. Attic access and the condition of the existing ducts affect the installation. Discuss access to the equipment and any rooms with persistent temperature differences during the estimate.

Before any work starts, you get a written price covering equipment, labor, permit, and disposal of the old unit. Replacement estimates are free. Compare the proposed capacity, equipment arrangement and included work rather than judging an estimate only by the outdoor unit.

After the New System Is In

Once the new unit is running, we test static pressure, confirm the charge, and check the thermostat programming with you. The equipment manufacturer supplies its warranty information, while our workmanship guarantee applies separately to the installation. Keep your invoice along with the model and serial numbers somewhere easy to find, and call us first if anything comes up so we can discuss the symptoms and the next step.

We also offer financing through home-service lenders, including 0% promotional options for qualifying applicants with approved credit. Applications typically take a few minutes and most decisions come back instantly, so once you are approved we can get the installation scheduled without delay. If you are weighing a new system against another repair, ask us about the Iron Horse Advantage plan, which is free for your first system and includes spring and fall HVAC visits. Membership is not a free equipment replacement.