Has your air conditioner picked the worst time to die? It’s summertime in the Southwest, and those of us living in California and Nevada know that you can’t get by for long without your air conditioner.

So how do you find a new air conditioning system quickly that fits both your home and your budget? Here are some key factors to keep in mind when evaluating a new air conditioner installation:

• Sizing. Don’t assume you need to buy the same size A/C that you had before. Homes have become more tightly sealed over the years as homeowners increase insulation and add weather stripping. Oversized air conditioners waste energy and won’t keep your home comfortable, allowing large temperature swings and other irregularities. Proper sizing is complex, so talk to your local air conditioner contractor for a professional assessment of your home’s needs for a new air conditioner installation.
• Your duct system. Your contractor should inspect your ductwork prior to installing a new air conditioning system. Some retrofitting may be required to allow the new system to function correctly and energy efficiently. If leaks are found, your ductwork should be sealed. Your home may be lacking return registers, which are a key to proper airflow in your home. If your home does not have a duct system, consider choosing a ductless mini-split A/C system.
• Tax credits. Choosing the most efficient Energy Star equipment will save you money on utilities right away and may allow you to take a federal tax credit. This may be a good time to consider going solar. Solar power and air conditioner installation is much less complex these days and more affordable than ever thanks to the most generous tax credits of 30 percent with no cap. Your local contractor can help you choose qualifying systems.

You can take the first step toward a cool, comfortable home by contacting AC Pro. We represent a network of high-quality, experienced heating and air conditioner contractors throughout Nevada and California. You can request competitive quotes from multiple experts online, or you can call us and we’ll help you get started.

Our goal is to help inform our customers about energy and home comfort issues (specific to HVAC systems).  For more information about replacing your air conditioner and other HVAC topics, click here to download our free Home Comfort Resource guide.

AC PRO services the Southwestern United States including Southern California and Nevada.  To get started, check out our website or see our special offers.

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