Air Conditioning Installation in Santa Clarita Valley, San Fernando Valley
and Ventura County

On average, an air conditioning installation in Santa Clarita will take between four to eight hours. However, if you replace your furnace and AC simultaneously, the job may take 8 to 14 hours. The length of time may vary depending on the size of your home and the unit, your home’s location, and the company you hire.

It may be hard to give a ballpark figure for how much installing an air conditioning unit costs because many factors significantly impact the price. These factors include the following:

• The type and cost of the unit you purchase
• The age and difficulty of installing in your home
• The unit’s size and energy efficiency
• The square footage of your home
• The ductwork requirements
• Desired level of comfort and efficiency of your unit

Contact Hilo Aire to request your free quote for AC replacement or installation.

So, which air conditioner is best for me? Here’s your guide to choosing the right AC:

Buy a Central AC System If:

• You’re dealing with new construction
• You’re doing a full remodel that will involve tearing out walls
• You can piggyback onto existing heat ducts
• You want a largely invisible cooling system
• You aren’t on a tight budget

Buy a Ductless AC System If:

• You want an energy-efficient system
• You want to avoid the hassle of retrofitting ducts in existing walls
• You don’t mind the way the wall units look
• You’re planning to cool a new addition that can’t integrate into the existing central air
• You care about the environment

Buy a Window Unit If:

• You rent and can’t modify the building
• You only need to cool a single room or a small space
• You can deal with the noise or vibration when the unit kicks on
• You can easily install and take down the unit
• You want instant results

Buy a Portable Air Conditioner If:

• You rent and can’t modify the building
• You need a portable solution that you can move from room to room
• You don’t have a window near an outlet
• You want a more stylish appliance in your home

You may think winter is the best time to buy an AC because the temperatures are cooler. However, this isn’t the case. The best time to schedule your AC installation is spring or fall when demand is at its lowest. Don’t hesitate to contact us today if you have any questions about AC system installation, maintenance, or replacement.

During the summer, a split-system air conditioner cools your home in the following simple steps:

• Once the thermostat senses the air temperature needs lowering, it signals the air conditioning system components to start running
• The fan in the outdoor unit pulls hot air from inside the house through the air ducts
• This air passes through HVAC filters that collect dust, lint, and other airborne particles
• This air passes through HVAC filters that collect dust, lint, and other airborne particles
• The blower fan then pumps the cooled air through the home’s ductwork into your living areas, cooling your home