Can you add central air to an older home?

• <div><p>It is possible to add air conditioning to an older home, but it can be very expensive to do so. Expect to pay anywhere from <b>$6,000 to $17,000</b> or more for the ductwork and AC unit. You’ll also have to hack into the home’s walls and ceilings to add ductwork, which can impact the aesthetics of an old home.</p></div>

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Q: Do window AC units use a lot of electricity?

• <div><p>Window AC units use a fair amount of electricity during use, but the usage pales in comparison to central units. As a matter of fact, window units use around a third of the amount of energy as a central AC. On average, a window air conditioner costs between $15 and $40 per month to run, though this depends on a number of external factors. </p></div>

Q: Are there any government incentives for energy-efficient HVAC upgrades?

• <div><p>Yes, government incentives and programs are available to encourage energy-efficient upgrades in many regions. These incentives may include tax credits, rebates, grants, and low-interest loans for homeowners who invest in energy-efficient improvements such as HVAC system upgrades, insulation, and efficient windows. The availability and specific details of these incentives can vary by location, so check with your local government or utility company to explore your options. </p></div>

Q: Do window AC units have problems with overcharged refrigerants?

• <div><p>They can, but it&rsquo;s not as common. <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/troubleshooting-window-ac-problems.htm">Window AC units</a> are much smaller than whole-house systems and less likely to develop refrigerant leaks or similar issues. As a result, you will rarely need to add a new refrigerant, limiting overcharging problems. However, it&rsquo;s still important to leave refrigerant management in the hands of professionals when window units need work.</p></div>

Q: How much do AC repairs cost?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-hvac-repair-cost.htm">AC repairs cost</a> $350 on average, but the total can vary from $100 for a refrigerant recharge to over $3,000 to replace a compressor. The cost will depend on the extent of the repair and what type of AC you have, plus whether your HVAC system is under warranty.</p></div>

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Last update on November 15, 2025

Reviewed in July 2024
Chris came out on a holiday to get our AC working again. He worked quickly. He gave explanation of problem and how to help prevent this issue in the future.
Chris Weick Heating & Air Conditioning LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
Majano Heating and AC came out on schedule. They found that the AC breaker had tripped, and guessed that this was caused by the compressor going bad. I felt stupid for not checking the breaker myself. They charged me $60 for a call-out fee, which I suppose is about average. They also quoted a...
Marcotte's Air, Heat & Refrigeration, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2023
He was very professional and gets things done fast within an hour of me calling him I was relaxing in my house with cold ac
TMAC Heating & Cooling
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Reviewed in June 2023
Jeremy came out to inspect our ductwork and A/C because we were having allergy issues that we thought could be a result of our system being unclean. Needless to say, after 25 years, our ducts looked horrendous when he showed us. After cleaning and sanitizing our entire system our issues were...
Allied Air Care LLC
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Reviewed in March 2023
In the 14 years that I have been a home owner, this was the best service I have ever received. Britton was AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you One Hour air conditioning!!!!!
River City's One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating
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Reviewed in November 2022
Mark and Charlie did a great job cleaning and sanitizing my heating and AC ductwork. The price was very good and they cleaned up after the job was completed. My wife and I are very happy to recommend this company. Bill D.
Patriot Environmental
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Reviewed in August 2020
Randy was great. He arrived on time, which is appreciated. He explained what the issue was took care of it. I thought his cost was very reasonable. I will definitely contact him again if I need any further AC/Heating work.
ECO AIR QUALITY SERVICES
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Reviewed in May 2017
Craig with CSC AC and Heating are always there when I need them and the most affordable I've found. They serviced several of my units. CSC answers my call every time, schedules a repair time that works around my schedule, arrives on time and because they are so knowledgeable has the problem...
A/C Worx Louisiana, LLC
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Reviewed in August 2016
I purchased the home an noticed the Ac wasn't working the seller tried contacting Jessie he as yet to respond.. It cost me $4000 to repair this mess... I had water leaking inside my home I had to put buckets down... I had to move my family because the temperature inside the home reached 100...
Bri Ac
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Reviewed in March 2014
Everything went great. Went above and beyond expectations. I would highly recommend for all A/C and heating needs. Very knowledgeable, professional, and honest. It's good to know that there are still honest small town companies out there that haven't been run out by those big box companies that...
DoneRite HVAC Services
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