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What If I Already Have Air Conditioning?

If you have an air conditioning system and it's satisfying your needs, we're happy to hear. That being said, have you ever thought that maybe it's not delivering quite as much as it could?

There comes a certain point where "good enough" isn't good enough.

Maybe you're relying on window AC units. These are nice if you're living in an apartment building without a central air conditioning system. However, if you're a homeowner, with multiple rooms and residents to keep cool, they can really lose their luster.

It's certainly cheaper to buy a window unit than it is to install a central air conditioning system. But they can be far more expensive in the long-term if you have multiple units in different rooms.

You can end up using four or five windows to do the work of one central air conditioning system. It's a hassle and a money-suck that 1-800 Plumber +Air of Raleigh can help you avoid.

These are some of the other issues with air conditioning window units:

Home Security

Installing an AC unit means opening a window and keeping it open. If you have a unit on the first floor, thieves have a much easier way into your home. Wouldn't be so better to keep your home cool without having to keep a window perpetually open?

Safety

If an AC window unit is properly installed, it should stay firmly in place. However, an inefficient and/or rushed job could cost you your air conditioning and someone's life, especially if you live in an upper-level apartment building. We don't mean to scare you. It's just an important reminder of not taking any chances with bulky items like these.

An AC unit can weigh more than 60 pounds, so there's no excuse for not having it properly secured. If you have to choose a window unit, we implore you to read the installation instructions carefully and consider seeking assistance from a friend or professional with AC window unit installation experience.

Transportation

Moving is already difficult enough. You shouldn't have to deal with the added hassle of uninstalling one AC window unit, putting it in a box, and loading it into a truck, much less multiple ones.

Lack of Aesthetic Value

We may not be interior decorators, but we do know that a bulky box sitting in an open window doesn't exactly scream "dream home." It could also ward off potential buyers if you're trying to sell your home.

Remember: owning a home is an investment, and central air conditioning installation should be part of that investment.

Air Conditioning Installation Cost Factors

In the United States, the average cost of installing a central air conditioning system is $7,000. On the higher end, that can be as much as $15,000. A more complicated job is going to be a costlier one. However, the expenses are justified when you witness the positive effects of central air conditioning installation.

These are some of the main air conditioning installation cost factors:

Home Size

A central air conditioning system could work great for cooling a smaller, bungalow-style home. However, if you're living in a larger residence, you're going to need a larger system. These will also be more expensive overall, as more energy is going to be expended for them to cool your home.

Region

Since you live in Raleigh, you know how much of a necessity central air conditioning is, especially during scorching summers. To withstand those sticky, 90-degree-plus days, you need a system that's particularly powerful.

Existing Ductwork

A major component of air conditioning installation cost is putting in ductwork. However, your home might already have ductwork and central air conditioning in place. You might need to install a new central air conditioning system, but it's possible to do this without having to completely take out your current ductwork. You should still be prepared to pay for new ductwork installation.

Energy Efficiency

A central air conditioning system's Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) is its output over its energy consumed. The greater the SEER, the great its energy efficiency is. The highest possible SEER is 21, but anything rated 13 or above is desirable. Higher SEERs can also mean a more expensive central air conditioning installation.

Calculating Cost

Although there's no surefire way to calculate an overall air conditioning installation cost, we do have a tool that can help. This cost calculator, designed by HomeAdvisor, is incredibly helpful at giving you a general idea of how installation will cost.

If you want to know more about our rates, please give us a call at your earliest possible convenience.