AC Replacement and Installation in Centennial, CO
Replace a worn-out central air conditioner or add cooling to a home that never had it, with options sized for Centennial summers.
AC Replacement and Installation in Centennial
Centennial summers are dry and sunny, with regular stretches in the 90s. Many older homes started with evaporative coolers or no cooling at all, and hail and cottonwood fluff take a toll on outdoor units. When an air conditioner is old or failing, a new system should be sized with a load calculation and matched to your furnace and ductwork.
Signs you may need this
- AC runs but the house will not cool down
- Outdoor unit is 12 to 15 years old or more
- Refrigerant leak on an older system
- Hail-flattened coil fins on the condenser
- Breaker trips when the AC starts
How it usually works
- 1
Load calculation
The technician sizes the system for your home rather than copying the old unit's tonnage.
- 2
Equipment options
You compare a standard air conditioner with a heat pump that can also provide heat.
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Permit and install
The contractor pulls the permit, sets the outdoor unit, replaces or flushes the line set and installs a matching indoor coil.
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Charge and test
Refrigerant charge and airflow are checked so the system cools as designed.
What affects the price
Typical range: $5,000 - $10,000 installed. Your exact price is set after an on-site look.
System size
Larger homes need more tonnage, which raises equipment cost.
Efficiency rating
Higher SEER2 systems cost more up front and less to run.
Electrical work
Older homes may need a new circuit, disconnect or panel upgrade.
Existing ductwork
Homes without ducts may be better suited to ductless mini-splits.
Questions homeowners ask
Should I consider a heat pump instead of an AC?
Often, yes. A heat pump cools like an AC and also heats, and utility rebates may be available. A technician can compare both for your home.
Is hail damage covered by insurance?
Sometimes. Some homeowners policies cover hail damage to outdoor units, so check your policy and take photos of the damage.
Can I add central air to an older home?
If the home has ductwork for a furnace, central air can usually be added. Homes with radiators or no ducts are often a better fit for mini-splits.
Where we can help with this
Centennial HVAC Cost Calculator
Pick the type of job, set your home's size and see a ballpark range based on typical Centennial metro pricing. A licensed local technician confirms the real price after seeing your system.