Lexington, KY AC Installation and Replacement Services
Nobody budgets for AC replacement in Lexington, KY. It happens when the thing quits on a Thursday in July and suddenly you’re picking equipment you know nothing about while your house sits at 84 degrees. Absolute Services has been doing AC installation in Lexington, KY since 2008 and we handle all of it, from the load calculation and system selection through to the walkthrough at the end. We’ll also be straight with you if your current unit has some life left because we’d rather do a repair now and the install when you actually need it. Schedule online or call for a free quote today!
When It’s Time to Replace Instead of Repair
Systems here tend to give out sooner than the box says they will. Our humidity makes an AC work harder than it would somewhere dry, so 12 years is a lot more common than 15.
You’re probably closer to replacement than repair if:
- It’s past 10 years old and you keep calling somebody out
- It runs on R-2 which nobody makes anymore and costs a fortune
- The bill keeps climbing but you haven’t changed a thing
- Some rooms just never get cool
- The house feels damp even after it hits your set temperature
That last one gets missed a lot. An oversized system will cool the air off without pulling the moisture out of it, and a cold clammy house in August is about the worst outcome you can get in Kentucky.
Our rule of thumb is pretty simple. If the repair runs more than half the cost of a new system and the unit is already 10 or more years old then replacement usually wins.
How We Size Your New System
Go too big and the AC cools the house fast then shuts off before it’s run long enough to dehumidify anything. You end up damp as the compressor cycles itself to death and your bills are higher than a right-sized unit would have given you. Go too small and it never stops running and still can’t catch up on the bad days.
We run a Manual J load calculation instead of just matching whatever tonnage was there before. That means looking at your square footage and ceiling heights as well as the insulation in the attic and walls, how many windows you’ve got and which way they face, plus the shape and condition of your ductwork.
Systems We Install
Central Air Conditioning
Variable-speed equipment costs more up front but it spends most of its time running at partial capacity, which gets you longer cycles and much better humidity control. In a climate like ours that’s worth more than the efficiency rating by itself would suggest.
Heat Pumps
A heat pump does your cooling and your heating both, and the cold-climate models hold their efficiency well below anything a Kentucky winter throws at them. If your AC and your furnace are both getting up in age it’s worth having us price a heat pump against replacing the pair.
Ductless Mini-Splits
Good fit for the older homes near campus and over in Kenwick that never had ductwork put in. Same goes for additions and sunrooms and finished basements or anywhere the duct system never reached. No ductwork needed and you get room-by-room control.
Financing, Rebates & Tax Credits
A new system is a real expense and we’re not going to pretend otherwise. We offer financing on replacements so you aren’t choosing between a working AC and your savings.
There’s also money on the table most people don’t ask about. Manufacturer rebates move around seasonally and are usually best in spring and fall plus Kentucky Utilities runs its own programs that change year to year. We’ll sort out which ones your system actually qualifies for before you buy instead of after and we confirm the current numbers at quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does AC installation cost?
Depends on the size and efficiency of the system as well as what condition your ductwork and electrical are in and how hard the equipment is to get to.
How long does a new AC last?
12 to 15 years is typical here. Annual maintenance is basically what decides whether you land at the low end or the high end.
Can I keep my existing ductwork?
Usually, yes. We check it first though. Leaky or undersized ducts will undercut a brand-new system.
Should I replace my furnace at the same time?
Not always. Worth thinking about if both are close in age though.
When’s the best time to replace my AC in Lexington?
Spring or fall. Rebates tend to be better then plus our schedule is more open.