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>

What happens if you run the AC with a dirty filter?

• <div><p>If you run an AC with a dirty filter, it could allow dust and dirt to build up in your ductwork, which could make you sick. At the same time, your air conditioner won’t work as efficiently as it would with a clean filter, likely resulting in less airflow, more wear and tear on your HVAC system, and higher energy bills.</p></div>

How much does it cost to replace air conditioner coils?

• <div><p>Replacing an evaporator coil costs around <b>$1,350</b> on average. The coil itself, depending on the size and brand, can cost from <b>$550 to $1,100</b>. Professional labor averages about $700 total. Note that a license is required to work with refrigerants, so it’s necessary to have an AC pro complete this task.</p></div>

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Q: What happens if my CFM is too high?

• <div><p>If your HVAC system's capacity doesn't match the required CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), imbalances can occur. An undersized system struggles to maintain desired temperatures, leading to discomfort. An oversized system might short-cycle, wasting energy and causing temperature fluctuations. Properly matching capacity to CFM ensures efficient and consistent heating, cooling, and <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/home-ventilation-systems.htm">home ventilation system</a> performance.</p></div>

Q: How do I service my HVAC system?

• <div><p>In most cases, you should hire a professional to carry out services on your HVAC system, as the components are complicated, expensive, and potentially dangerous to work with. However, there are a few things you can do on your own to keep your HVAC system in good condition, including changing your filters every three months, keeping the area around your outdoor condenser clear of debris and plant growth, making sure your or intakes aren&rsquo;t blocked, and keeping an eye out for increased energy bills, strange noises, and unusual odors related to your equipment.</p></div>

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Last update on December 02, 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 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 April 2016
Mike was very professional and got the job done very quickly. He quickly figured out why my condenser was not working, he then serviced my A/C unit at my request and adding freon. He really did a good job. I would recommend him to anyone.
Mike's A/C llc
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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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