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Q: What AC tonnage do I need for my house?

• <div><p>The general rule of thumb for figuring out <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/infographic-how-tonnage-affects-your-ac.htm">how much AC tonnage you need</a> in your home is that for every 500 to 600 square feet of space you need to cool, you&rsquo;ll need one ton of AC cooling power. So, a 1,000-square-foot home will need 2 tons of AC power. </p></div>

Q: Does adding central air increase home value?

• <div><p>Yes, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/window-units-central-air.htm">adding central air</a> can increase your home value by as much as 10%. Generally speaking, prospective buyers prefer a central AC system over a ductless system or room-by-room AC units. That&rsquo;s because central air conditioning blends into the home easier than individual room air conditioners and typically has less equipment to maintain.</p></div>

Q: How often does an AC unit need Freon?

• <div><p>Ideally, an AC system should never need more Freon (a popular refrigerant) because it circulates in a closed loop. However, refrigerant leaks are not uncommon and may occur gradually over 5 to 15 years. If your system has a leak, it will need to be topped up in a process known as an AC recharge. Signs of a refrigerant leak include weakened AC performance, increased humidity in your home, higher utility bills, and a hissing sound from the unit. The cost of an AC recharge will depend on the size and type of your AC unit, as well as the type of refrigerant it uses.</p></div>

Q: What shortens the life of an air conditioner?

• <div><p>While most air conditioners can last between 10 and 20 years, they will only last this long (or longer) if properly taken care of. Routine maintenance and inspections help keep your AC unit running in tip-top shape but understanding what factors will decrease its lifespan will also help keep your unit running cool.</p><p>Some things that shorten your AC&rsquo;s lifespan include:</p><ul><li><p>Extreme outdoor conditions, like high humidity or extensive salt spray </p></li><li><p>Improper installation</p></li><li><p>Extended run times, either by the unit being too small or the thermostat setting too low</p></li><li><p>Not performing required maintenance</p></li></ul><p></p></div>

Q: Should I choose a one-stage or two-stage air conditioner?

• <div><p>A one-stage air conditioner only has one setting, while a two-stage air conditioner has a high and low setting. A <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/two-stage-ac-systems-save-money-energy.htm">two-stage air conditioner</a> costs between <b>$500 and $2,500</b> more than a traditional air conditioner, but it has a longer lifespan and helps to increase energy efficiency. To make this decision, you should consider your energy needs and available budget.</p></div>

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Last update on May 13, 2021

Reviewed in May 2021
The replacement of my old gas heater and R-22 air conditioner only took 1 day. They did an exceptional job. I would highly recommend them.
Valleywide Cooling, LLC
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Reviewed in April 2020
Fixed my air conditioner in 30 minutes
High Effiency Air Conditioning, Inc.
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Reviewed in May 2018
Brian was a real nice man and very friendly,my house is much cooler. thanks Brian great job.
K&B Insulation, LLC
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Reviewed in February 2015
They were very creative about solving an issue i had with cushions off of couch. i had already had the couch moved 75 miles away and I realized that the person who helped me vacuum the couch used my outside vacuum, leaving the cushions smelling awful. I talked to them about just bringing them...
Barefoot Organic Carpet Care
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Reviewed in July 2014
Will from North Mechanical was my contact and was very professional. He provided several configurations of AC systems. Of all the requests I made for quotations from numerous AC installation companies, North Mechanical was the only one to provide a professional detailed quote. Will came out and...
North Mechanical LLC
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Reviewed in June 2014
Went very smoothly. Joe Garcia scheduled the installation for the following morning and came up with a new ice maker overnight, instead of having to wait for it to arrive from a parts supplier. He arrived right on time. Took out the old ice maker and showed me the bad condition it was in. He...
Appliance Repair By Joe Garcia
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Reviewed in April 2014
This is the second time I've had this company service my heating/ac unit which sits on the second story roof. They are professional, reasonably priced and answer all my questions. I would highly recommend this company for your heating/ac needs. <br /> My appointment was scheduled. They arrived...
O'Connor Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in December 2012
Overall our job and experience was great. The original contractor from Apache Junction did not do proper load calculations and sold us an oversized system with undersized and missing duct work. Consequently, our heater kept overheating and shutting down. The AC unit was not operating...
Marken Mechanical
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ACS Air Conditioning Services

4.8(

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Central A/C - Service or Repair

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1990

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely well. William, Mat, Joe, Raul, Eddie, & Phil (hope I didn't miss any of the crew) replaced two HVAC units with Daikin Fit Inverter Systems. They arrived on time, were very courteous, knowledgeable, and professional. The quality of work was outstanding (they even fixed a few electrical glitches). If the systems perform as well as the installation crew, we will be extremely satisfied customers. Of course only time will tell with respect to the systems, but I would highly recommend ACS Air Conditioning Services."

Response time1 day

Response rate100%

20 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Aire Serv of North Central Arizona

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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+2 more

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our air went out during a heat wave, Clinton was out the next morning and quickly fixed the issue. Highly professional and knowledgeable"

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Response time1 day

Response rate100%

7 neighbors recently requested a quote

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Varsity Zone HVAC N Phoenix

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Central A/C - Install

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Varsity Zone HVAC delivers championship‑level heating and cooling service for homeowners across North Phoenix. Whether you need a seasonal tune‑up, a fast repair, or a full system replacement, our experienced team provides reliable, energy‑efficient solutions tailored to your home. With decades of combined industry experience across our service technician, general manager, and comfort specialist, we’re committed to integrity, clear communication, and doing the job right the first time; with fair, transparent pricing every step of the way. Count on Varsity Zone HVAC to keep your home comfortable all year long.

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Advanced Cleaning Technologies A-Z, LLC

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Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Prompt, diagnosed the problem right away, fixed that and some other issues, willing to go the extra mile to research a fan for more efficient heated air flow from my fireplace. Polite and professional."

Response time3 hrs

Response rate93%

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Mythical air

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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Service or RepairDuctless Mini-split A/C - Install or Replace+1 more

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

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Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

Mythical Air HVAC was founded by Charlie Pearcy and David Hanna after leaving the corporate HVAC world to bring honest, high-quality service back to Phoenix.\n\nWe believe homeowners deserve real technicians, not sales pressure. With years of hands-on experience in the Phoenix heat, we specialize in AC repair, installation, maintenance, and system replacements designed to handle the Arizona climate.\n\nAt Mythical Air, we’re committed to straightforward pricing, reliable service, and keeping the Valley cool — because in Phoenix, comfort isn’t optional.\n\nSo cool, it’s unreal

Window A/C Unit - Service or Relocate

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business! Book with us online or feel free to give us a call today!

Recommended by100%of homeowners

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AVI Heating & Cooling

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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+3 more

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He fixed the leak. Rebuild the system. It was great and easy. Price was very fair."

Recommended by100%of homeowners

Air Ducts & Vents - Clean

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2012

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Noah did a great job. I would highly recommend him if you’re looking for your chimney to be swept and inspected. He also cleaned my air ducts and sanitize them. Thank you, Noah."

We have 2 vans to service the Phoenix Metro Area

+37

Recommended by98%of homeowners

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Trusted Heating & Cooling LLC

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109

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Central A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For BusinessCentral A/C - Service or Repair+3 more

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"Trusted does good work but their prices are very high. The original cost of this visit was approximately $400 and after we complained about the excessive cost, we were given a small discount. Our neighbor received an estimate for a new AC system and was quoted ~&7,000; however, a new Trane system was installed by Oasis for ~$3,000.
They do know what they are doing, but it they are very busy in the summer and they are expensive.
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Recommended by88%of homeowners

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Goettl’s High Desert Mechanical

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Air Ducts & Vents - CleanCentral A/C - InstallCentral A/C - Install - For Business+4 more

Serving Payson, AZ and surrounding areas

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Luke Goettl did an excellent job explaining options available to me and price comparison. Installers were very careful with installation and very professional. I will use again and recommend them to friends."

Recommended by90%of homeowners

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Air Conditioning questions, answered by experts

The general rule of thumb for figuring out how much AC tonnage you need in your home is that for every 500 to 600 square feet of space you need to cool, you’ll need one ton of AC cooling power. So, a 1,000-square-foot home will need 2 tons of AC power.

Yes, adding central air can increase your home value by as much as 10%. Generally speaking, prospective buyers prefer a central AC system over a ductless system or room-by-room AC units. That’s because central air conditioning blends into the home easier than individual room air conditioners and typically has less equipment to maintain.

Ideally, an AC system should never need more Freon (a popular refrigerant) because it circulates in a closed loop. However, refrigerant leaks are not uncommon and may occur gradually over 5 to 15 years. If your system has a leak, it will need to be topped up in a process known as an AC recharge. Signs of a refrigerant leak include weakened AC performance, increased humidity in your home, higher utility bills, and a hissing sound from the unit. The cost of an AC recharge will depend on the size and type of your AC unit, as well as the type of refrigerant it uses.

While most air conditioners can last between 10 and 20 years, they will only last this long (or longer) if properly taken care of. Routine maintenance and inspections help keep your AC unit running in tip-top shape but understanding what factors will decrease its lifespan will also help keep your unit running cool.

Some things that shorten your AC’s lifespan include:

Extreme outdoor conditions, like high humidity or extensive salt spray
Improper installation
Extended run times, either by the unit being too small or the thermostat setting too low
Not performing required maintenance

A one-stage air conditioner only has one setting, while a two-stage air conditioner has a high and low setting. A two-stage air conditioner costs between $500 and $2,500 more than a traditional air conditioner, but it has a longer lifespan and helps to increase energy efficiency. To make this decision, you should consider your energy needs and available budget.

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