How Much Does a New AC Cost in Arizona?

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Air conditioning in Phoenix, Arizona isn’t a luxury – it’s a necessity. That’s why it’s important to budget and plan for your new AC before it’s time to replace it. Having an idea of the cost and your financing options ahead of time can help you make the best decision for a new AC when the time comes.

Determining AC Size

There are countless sizes and efficiency ratings for air conditioners, all of which can affect the price. That’s why it’s important to know ahead of time exactly what size air conditioner you need for your home. And while you may think that it’s a simple matter of buying one that’s the same size as the last, consider this: most of the homes in Arizona are using air conditioners that are too large for their spaces. This is called overtonning, and it means that your air conditioner is probably only working at about 60% of its capacity, while drawing huge amounts of energy and wearing itself out faster than a smaller unit.

These oversized air conditioners were put in place during a time when homes were less energy efficient than they are now. Most new Arizona homes are far more energy efficient, with replacement windows and less of an air gap than they were just 10 years ago. Newer air conditioners are also far more efficient than they were just 10 years ago, so you can get by with a much smaller unit, which will cost less up front and over its lifetime with lower energy bills.

To find the right size for your home, make sure you get a professional in-home estimate. A trained technician will measure your home and calculate the heat load by taking how much sun your home gets and how well insulated your home is into consideration. Both factor into determining the accurate size of AC for your space that will keep you comfortable without breaking the bank.

Average Air Conditioning Costs

It’s important to keep a few things in mind when pricing an air conditioner in Arizona:

  • The size of the unit: Remember that a unit properly sized to your home will cost you less in energy bills.
  • The SEER rating: SEER stands for Seasonal Energy Efficiency Rating, and a higher number translates into lower energy bills, but a higher upfront payment. Air conditioners in super heated climates like Arizona need a higher SEER rating because they’re used consistently.
  • What it’s built for: You need a unit that is built to withstand the constant use and cycling that occurs in a desert climate.

According to studies by the Rocky Mountain Institute a new central air conditioner costs on average between $3,000 and $7,000. These national averages do not necessarily reflect the climate or AC usage in Arizona.

National averages on what is spent on an air conditioner can only give you a very rough estimate of what your new AC will cost. Getting an in-home estimate will give you the most accurate price.

AC Financing

Because air conditioners are a huge purchase, it makes sense to factor financing into the equation. That’s why many air conditioning companies like Precision Air and Plumbing offer competitive financing packages to make the purchase easier.

Because interest rates can drive up the cost of the unit, Precision Air offers two financing packages that can help:

  • 0% interest for 84 months
  • No money down, no payments, and no interest for 18 months

Using one of these options, you can find a way to pay for your new air conditioner that suits your budget and allows you to still keep comfortable all summer long.

Get the Right Price

To get the most accurate price on a new air conditioning unit and install, call for an in-home estimate today. Once you know the size of unit you should be considering, you’ll have an easy time determining the right price for the job.

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