A load calculation, not a copy of the old unit.
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Model numbers and the full scope in writing.
Who pulls the permit, and whether the ducts need work.
Use the age times repair quote test above, and ask for both prices on the same call. If it is a simple fault on a system under 10 years old, repair it. If it is a major part on a system past 12 years, get a replacement quote before you decide.
It depends on the house and not only the square footage. Ask for a load calculation. As a rough guide Cedar Park homes often run from two to five tons, but the calculation decides.
It depends on the size, the efficiency rating, the brand and how much duct work is needed. A full system replacement runs to four figures at the least. Ask for a free written quote, and expect us to want a look at the house first.
Yes for installation and repair. Tell us the brand and age of the unit when you call.
Not always. We test the existing ducts for leaks and airflow first, and sealing and insulating them is often enough.
A straightforward change out of an outdoor unit and indoor coil is often done in a day. Jobs with new ducts or a new furnace take longer. Ask for the expected time when you get the quote. Heating and heat pump options are covered in the heat pump guide.
SEER2 is the efficiency rating for air conditioners, and a higher number uses less electricity. Federal rules set a minimum for Texas. A rating above the minimum costs more up front and tends to repay faster where summers are long, so ask us to show the numbers for your house.
Old rules of thumb land near three to four tons. The real figure depends on insulation, windows, the attic and sun exposure, which is why a written load calculation beats any rule.
It can be. Variable speed units run longer at lower speeds, which holds the temperature steadier and pulls more moisture from the air. They cost more up front, so ask for both quotes and compare the running cost.
Sometimes, but the indoor coil has to match the outdoor unit. Mismatched parts cut efficiency and can void the warranty. Most companies replace both together, especially on a system past ten years old.
Most Texas cities require a mechanical permit for a system change out, and we normally pull it. Ask whether the permit fee is in the quote.
No brand wins every comparison. Installation quality and yearly maintenance decide how long a system lasts. Compare the warranties, the labour warranty most of all, and the model numbers in each quote.