If you are reading this, then chances are your air conditioner has already lived past its life and it’s time for you to replace it with a new one. The thing about air conditioner is that most of them last for a long time, some even last for a decade and older ones used to last for even longer. As a result of this, when it’s time for us to install a new Air Conditioner, we have no idea what to expect in terms of the cost.

If you are going for an air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX then you already might have taken quotes from various electricians. Are all the different costs confusing you and making it difficult for you to make up your mind?

We suggest educating yourself on the matter and conducting a thorough research before deciding to continue with the air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX.

To save you time, and eventually money, we are listing down some of the important factors that determine the cost of air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX.

Here you go:

·     Size

This one is quite obvious but we’ll clarify it nonetheless. AC sizes are measured in tones. The bigger the new air conditioner is, the higher it will cost. However, the reason why we believe that you need to trust only a licensed contractor for your air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX is because it is easy to get misguided in terms of size.

Larger air conditioner doesn’t necessarily means it’s good for you if your house is smaller, or if you only wish to have temperature control in one room of your house. A licensed contractor will guide you accordingly so that you don’t end up wasting your money. Choosing the wrong size of AC invites endless problems in the house, molds, high energy bills are just some of these issues. We suggest that you don’t look for saving here. The right size and the reputable brand of the AC equipment will benefit you in the long-term. In general, the sizes of residential AC ranges from 1-tone to 5-ton.

·     SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficient Rating)

One important thing you need to know before going ahead with you air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX is about SEER.

Different ACs has different efficiency rating and higher this rating is, the most costly the AC replacement would be. People prefer to go for equipments with higher seasonal energy efficient rating because it saves them from extra cost in the future.

The minimum energy efficiency rating is 14-SEER and the highest rating is 26-SEER. It is different in different parts of the world, but you must know about this before deciding on equipment.

·     Ductwork

Air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX, or anywhere in the world for that matter needs ductwork. Another element that will determine the cost of replacement would be the existing condition of your duct, to figure out the cost of ductwork.

Some older homes do not have a ductwork at all; hence the cost of replacement will automatically go up. On the other hand, there are new homes with ductwork ready and in place. In the latter situation, the air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX would of course cost lesser.

Keep in mind that worn out, and deteriorating ductwork also requires extensive work and will cost you much more than if you already have a ductwork in place in a better condition. Prices will also vary on the varying condition of the duct. Little repair will cost less, and extensive repair will cost more.

·     Features

This is something that we believe is understood by all. The more high-end AC equipment you choose for the air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX, the more it will cost you. However, these high-end features will also provide more comfort to you if you choose to invest in it.

Some features of the AC equipments that make it vary in price include the variable-speed technology, noise reduction technology, and smart thermostats.

The variable-speed technology makes sure that the room never gets too hot or too cold, by adjusting the temperature on its own. While the equipment costs more, it saves a lot on the energy bills and provides higher comfort, With an AC like this, you are least likely to wake up in the middle of the night shivering, or sweating excessively.

Before you go for air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX, make sure you learn about the noise reduction feature, especially of you are sensitive to noise. The technology will give you a soft purring noise when running the furnace or other equipments.

Smart thermostat feature will allow you to feed the temperatures you need at different parts of the day, and in different rooms in the house just once. After that, the smart thermostat will take the control and reduce and increase the temperature just like you want it.

Now that you have a sound understanding of all that is considered before deciding on a total cost of air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX, we think you are ready to make a decision. Whatever you decide, make sure the company you choose for your air conditioner Installation in Mansfield, TX is a reputable one that could charge you fairly. You don’t really have to look far, we at Minuteman Heating and Air make sure to quote the most reasonable price and provide the best service.

If you think you are ready for a brand new air conditioner, give us a call.