Same-day AC repair
The system is 12 to 15 years old or older
Efficiency drops and parts get scarce. Systems built before 2010 often use R-22 refrigerant, which is no longer produced and is costly to recharge.
Book a techAC installation and replacement experts in Burbank & LA
A new AC sized to your home, a fixed price in writing, and your old unit hauled away.
Your free estimate includesManual J sizing for your home2-3 options, all major brandsRebate and financing mathFixed price in writing
Freein-home estimate
from $7,900installed, permit included
1-2 daysto install, cleanup included
Monthlypayment options
Signs it's time
When to replace your AC
A major part failed
When a compressor or evaporator coil fails on an aging system, the repair can reach half the price of a new one. We show both numbers side by side.
Book a techRooms are uneven or the house was remodeled
Additions and new windows change the load. A load calculation often shows the old unit was oversized, which causes short cycling and humidity problems.
Book a techYou are switching from gas heat
A heat pump replaces both the AC and the furnace, and LA-area utilities pay rebates of up to $2,500 per ton for it.
Book a tech5-minute check
Before you call: repair or replace?
- Find the unit's age The serial number on the outdoor unit's data plate usually encodes the year.
- Check the refrigerant An R-22 system on the same plate is expensive to recharge.
- Do the $5,000 math Age times the repair quote above about $5,000? Price a replacement too.
Still not sure? A free in-home estimate with repair and replacement priced side by side.Book a free estimate Full guide: repair or replace your AC
How we work
Your estimate, measured instead of guessed
We size the system to your house, check what can stay, and put every option and its price in writing.
- Sized to your house
- Options side by side, in writing
- Permit and rebate handled
CSLB #1148919. Verify it on cslb.ca.gov
AC installation reportAirwork tech · sampleExampleCooling load (Manual J)2.5 tons, not the old 3.5OK
DuctsLeakage 12%, sealing advisedWatch
ElectricalCircuit readyOK
Line setReplace, too old to reuseFix
PermitCity of Burbank, we file itOK
Options3 systems, fixed pricesOK
From $7,900 installed, permit included
How it works
How AC installation works
- Same or next day
In-home quote
We measure the house and run a Manual J load calculation instead of copying the old unit's size.
- In writing
Fixed price
Two or three options with the price, utility rebate and financing spelled out.
- 1-2 days
Permit and install
We pull the permit, protect your floors, install the system and haul the old one away.
- After install
Test and rebate
HERS test and city inspection passed, and the rebate paperwork filed for you.
Upfront pricing
New AC unit cost
Flat prices, posted here. Your tech confirms the final number on a tablet, and nothing starts until you approve it.
| Central AC replacement (condenser and coil)Permit and HERS test included | from $7,900 |
|---|---|
| Heat pump instead of AC and furnaceBefore utility rebates | from $9,400 |
| Ductless mini-split, one zone | from $4,200 |
| Duct replacement with a new system | Quoted on site |
| FinancingRate check without a hard credit pull | Monthly options |
Flat prices, confirmed on a tablet before any work starts.
What you get
- In-home visit with a Manual J load calculation and a duct inspection
- Fixed written quote with two or three equipment options
- Permit with your city or LA County, and Title 24 HERS verification
- New line set or flush, pad, disconnect, thermostat and condensate safety switch
- Removal and legal recycling of the old equipment and refrigerant
- Two-year labor warranty plus the manufacturer's parts warranty, registered for you (10 years on most major brands)
We install all major brands
- Carrier
- Trane
- Lennox
- Rheem
- Goodman
- Daikin
- American Standard
- Bryant
- Mitsubishi Electric
- Fujitsu
Our guarantees
Four promises, in writing.
On time, or $50 off.
If we miss your arrival window, the discount is applied automatically.
Price first, always.
You approve a flat price before any work begins. No hourly surprises.
Fixed right, or we come back free.
Same problem within 90 days means a free return visit.
Two-year labor warranty.
On every repair and install, on top of the manufacturer's parts warranty.
CSLB license #1148919. Verify it on cslb.ca.gov
FAQ
AC installation: answers from our techs
Something else on your mind? Call (818) 351-1443 and a real person picks up.
Is the in-home estimate free?
Yes. A replacement estimate is free: we measure the house, run a Manual J load calculation and give you a fixed written price with any utility rebate spelled out.
Which brands do you install?
All major brands, including Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Rheem, Goodman, Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric and Fujitsu. We recommend equipment by your home's load calculation, budget and rebate rules, and quote two or three options in writing.
How much does a new AC cost in Los Angeles?
Most single-family replacements we quote start at $7,900 installed. Size, efficiency, duct condition, electrical upgrades and access (attic, roof, crawl space) move the price; the written quote lists each part.
Do I need a permit to replace my AC?
Yes. California requires a permit for a new or replacement central system and, in most of LA, a third-party HERS test of duct leakage and system performance. We pull the permit and schedule the inspection.
What refrigerant do new systems use?
Systems built from 2025 use A2L refrigerants such as R-454B or R-32. They need specific installation practices and leak detection, which our installers are trained for.
How long does installation take?
A like-for-like replacement usually takes one day. Adding ductwork or changing to a heat pump with an electrical panel upgrade can take two to three days.
What size AC do I need?
It depends on insulation, windows, orientation and duct losses, not only square footage. We run a Manual J load calculation; it often shows that a smaller, properly installed unit cools better.
About AC installation in Burbank and Los Angeles
Short answer
A typical central AC replacement in a Los Angeles home costs from $7,900 installed with Airwork, including the permit, haul-away and Title 24 HERS testing. We size the system with a Manual J load calculation instead of matching the old unit, and quote a fixed price in writing.
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Updated October 2026. Prices are flat and confirmed on site before work starts.
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