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My house is a 1,850 square foot, California Bungalow and doesn't currently have central A/C (we use window units).
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My Central Air Installation Advice
Unfortunately, buying and installing a central air conditioning system is not a do-it-yourself project you need the help of a qualified professional to do it right.
Like all service-based projects, it's a good idea to spend some time upfront making sure that you pick the right professional. The more contractors you have bidding on your project, the greater likelihood that you will lower your overall cost. As well, the more professionals you speak with, the more sure you can be that you have the best, most experienced company working in your home.
The A/C contractor will help you determine if your home is suitable for an air conditioning system. If your home is currently being constructed, then there will be little problem working in the duct work necessary. Also, if your home already has a forced hot air heating system, then the new AC system can piggyback on the heating system's ducts.
If either of those two cases don't fit your project, then you are looking at significantly higher costs to install the ductwork and central air system. The "This Old House" website has a good article about adding central air.
They estimate that the cost to add central air to a 2,000 square foot house with an existing forced hot air system will be around $3,750. For homes where duct work needs to be added, they estimate that the costs will likely double to around $8,000.
Selecting the right equipment is secondary in importance only to selecting the right contractor. You'll need a reliable, energy efficient unit which can handle the cooling capacity of your home and climate. A qualified air-conditioning professional can help you pick the right size and model equipment for your needs.
Like all service-based projects, it's a good idea to spend some time upfront making sure that you pick the right professional. The more contractors you have bidding on your project, the greater likelihood that you will lower your overall cost. As well, the more professionals you speak with, the more sure you can be that you have the best, most experienced company working in your home.
The A/C contractor will help you determine if your home is suitable for an air conditioning system. If your home is currently being constructed, then there will be little problem working in the duct work necessary. Also, if your home already has a forced hot air heating system, then the new AC system can piggyback on the heating system's ducts.
If either of those two cases don't fit your project, then you are looking at significantly higher costs to install the ductwork and central air system. The "This Old House" website has a good article about adding central air.
They estimate that the cost to add central air to a 2,000 square foot house with an existing forced hot air system will be around $3,750. For homes where duct work needs to be added, they estimate that the costs will likely double to around $8,000.
Selecting the right equipment is secondary in importance only to selecting the right contractor. You'll need a reliable, energy efficient unit which can handle the cooling capacity of your home and climate. A qualified air-conditioning professional can help you pick the right size and model equipment for your needs.
Thanks for the tips, Ben, I really appreciate your help!
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How Much does a Central Air System Cost?
The "This Old House" website estimates that the cost to add central air to a 2,000 square foot house with an existing forced hot air system will be around $3,750. For homes where duct work needs to be added, the price can more than double to around $8,000.
You can get a free and accurate cost estimate for your own project by filling out the simple requirements form here.
How Does a Central AC System Work?
A central air conditioning system is composed of five essential parts:
- The evaporator: an indoor system of tubes filled with refrigerants that removes heat and moisture from the air. This process converts the refrigerant from a liquid to a gas.
- The condensor: an outdoor system of tubes that remove the collected heat from the refrigerant, in the process converting it back to liquid form.
- The air handling unit: the indoor fans (often part of your forced air heating system) which force air through your ductwork.
- The fan: the outdoor fan that forces air through the condensor coils to remove heat from the refrigerant.
- The duct work: the pathway through your home where warm air is collected and cool air is dispersed. If you have a force air heating system, the ductwork can be reused for a central air conditioning system, potentially saving you thousands of dollars.
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