Signs it is time for new air conditioning
- Your home has no cooling for summer heat waves.
- Your AC is 15 years or older or needs a major part.
- Some rooms stay hot while others are comfortable.
- Cooling bills keep rising.
- Your furnace is also aging, so one heat pump could replace both.
What to expect from an AC installation
We start with a load calculation and a look at your ductwork and electrical panel. Then we show you options side by side: central AC, a heat pump that also heats, or ductless mini splits for homes without ducts.
You get the full price before any work starts, and financing is available on new systems. We install the system cleanly, test it and walk you through how it works. We also show you how to set the thermostat and when to change the filter, so the system runs efficiently from the first day.
AC installation across Snohomish County
Altitude Heating & Cooling installs central AC, heat pumps and ductless mini splits in Lake Stevens, Snohomish, Everett, Marysville, Granite Falls, Monroe, Lynnwood, Mukilteo, Bothell, Mill Creek, Arlington, Lochsloy and Clearview. Many homes here were built without air conditioning, and a heat pump adds cooling while also heating in winter.
AC installation questions
Heat pump or central AC?
For most Snohomish County homes, a heat pump is the better choice because it cools in summer and heats in winter with one system. Central AC makes sense if you only want cooling and plan to keep a newer furnace.
What size AC do I need?
It depends on your home's size, insulation, windows and layout. We do a load calculation so the system is sized right. An oversized unit cools unevenly and turns on and off too often.
Do you install ductless systems?
Yes. We install ductless mini split heat pumps for homes, additions and rooms without ductwork.
Do you offer financing?
Yes. Financing is available on new AC, heat pump and ductless systems.
Can I add air conditioning to a home with a furnace?
Yes. A heat pump can be added to most homes that have a furnace and ductwork. It cools in summer, shares the heating in winter, and the furnace stays as backup in a dual-fuel system.
Related services and guides
- AC repair
- Heat pump installation
- Ductless mini split installation
- Heat Pump vs. Furnace in Snohomish County: Which Is Right for Your Home?
