Professional AC Installation: Getting it right the first time

Air conditioners are an expensive investment. When you purchase one for your home, you want to be sure you won’t have to worry about replacing it for at least 10 years. So, when you install your new air conditioner, be very careful. If any of the installation is done incorrectly, your air conditioner could have a much shorter life expectancy.

Here’s our advice to make sure your AC installation leads to a long and healthy life for your air conditioner:

1. Hire an experienced HVAC technician to complete the AC installation

AC installation is a complicated task that requires knowledge about electrical systems, air ducts, plumbing and much more. For this reason, you shouldn’t view it as a DIY project unless you’re an experienced AC technician. When you trust a licensed professional with your AC installation, you’ll guarantee a safe and reliable installation, and you’ll avoid potential damage and expensive repairs in the future.

2. Choose the right AC for your home

The size of an air conditioner is an important factor when choosing a new unit for your home. If an AC is too small, it will have to work overtime to cool your home. In this case, the AC will likely require expensive and frequent repairs, and it won’t last nearly as long as it should. Also, if the AC unit is forced to work so hard, energy will be wasted, and your utility bills will significantly increase. Similarly, if the AC unit is larger than your home needs, your energy consumption will increase and you’ll pay higher bills for the rest of the summer. Before you purchase a new AC, ask your licensed technician for guidance and recommendations to help you choose the right AC for your home.

3. Prepare your home for the AC installation

If you already have an old AC unit installed in your home, your AC technician must take it apart and remove it before the new unit can be installed. After inspection, the technician might need to repair or replace the ducts. In harder cases where ducts are not already installed in the home, the technician will need to add ducts before the AC installation can begin.

4. Search government rebates for AC installations

Canada’s government is encouraging homeowners to reduce their energy consumption and make wiser purchasing decisions when renovating or building new homes. There could be a rebate available to help you reduce the cost of your new AC unit. Search the database provided by CleanBC Better Homes to choose from a wide range of rebates for energy efficient appliances, including AC units.

With this careful approach to AC installation, your air conditioner will have a long and healthy life, efficiently providing your home with cool air and keeping your family comfortable through summer.

Don’t hesitate to arrange your AC installation with Total Service Quality Plumbing & Gas. Our trustworthy team of HVAC technicians have years of experience installing AC units for homeowners. We’re the experts you need to take care of your AC this summer.