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How much does central air conditioning cost?

Air Conditioning: How much does it cost to install central AC in a condo?

  • Assuming an already existing central forced heat system.

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    The costs of this would depend upon: The age of your system - If you have an older AC unit, the installers may have to do extensive wiring and sheetmetal work to adapt the new unit to your old unit's mounting. The cost of the new unit The labor rates of the company which is performing the installation The time of year or of the week when you are having this done. The location of your unit - A roof-mounted unit may cost significantly more than a ground unit as it requires greater levels of difficulty to install. I would suggest getting several estimates from several reputable companies and comparing them. I would also advise against going for the LOWEST bid as this may simply be a ruse by the installer to later charge you more for "discovery work." The installation of a new unit,regardless of its location should NEVER cost you more than 25-50% of the cost of unit. Anything more will almost certainly mean that you are being defrauded.

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Shouldn’t cost you more than half of what you paid for the AC, but you have to take several factors into account like if the AC unit goes in the ground or up on the roof, as well as how old/new the AC system is.  Know this, you want a company that can do a good job, so while cheaper sounds better…you’ll probably end up spending more later down the line when your having problems. We used binky home and air out of NJ. http://binskyhome.com. Plus, with the heat as high as it is nowadays, you wouldn’t want it busting down with over 100F outside.

Thomas Atelic

Also keep in mind the rules and bylaws of your condominium. Some condo corps do not allow A/C units to be added to the building. This could result in the board having it removed on you.

Chris Connelly

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