AC Installation in Lombard, IL
Proper AC installation is crucial for home comfort and efficiency, especially during Lombard's hot summers. Amazing Air Inc. ensures this process involves a comprehensive site assessment and a Manual J load calculation to determine your home's exact cooling needs, ensuring the right-sized unit is selected. High-efficiency systems with higher SEER ratings can significantly reduce utility bills. Our meticulous installation process includes safe removal of old equipment, proper placement of the outdoor unit, precise connection of refrigerant lines with brazing and nitrogen purging, and correct electrical and condensate drain setup. Finally, system commissioning, including evacuation, precise refrigerant charging, airflow testing, and thermostat calibration, verifies peak performance for optimal comfort and energy savings from day one.
Expert AC Installation in Lombard, IL
A new air conditioning system is a significant investment in your home's comfort and value. Especially during the warm, humid summers in Lombard, a reliable and efficient AC isn't a luxury—it's a necessity. However, the quality of the cooling equipment itself is only half of the equation. The precision and expertise of the installation process are what truly determine your system's performance, efficiency, and lifespan. A meticulous, professional installation ensures you receive the full benefit of your investment, providing consistent comfort and optimized energy savings for years to come.
The Foundation: Comprehensive Site Assessment and Load Calculation
Before any equipment is chosen or a single tool is used, a successful AC installation begins with a thorough understanding of your home's unique cooling requirements. Simply replacing an old unit with one of the same size is a common mistake that overlooks changes in your home and advancements in technology. A professional site assessment is the critical first step.
This evaluation involves a detailed inspection of your Lombard property. Key factors analyzed include the total square footage, ceiling heights, layout, window quality and orientation, insulation levels in the walls and attic, and the amount of direct sun exposure the home receives. Even details like the number of occupants and heat-generating appliances are considered.
Using this data, a precise Manual J load calculation is performed. This is the industry-standard method for determining the exact amount of cooling capacity (measured in BTUs) your home needs to stay comfortable on the hottest days. An undersized unit will run constantly without ever reaching the desired temperature, while an oversized unit will cool the space too quickly and shut off. This rapid "short cycling" prevents the system from properly dehumidifying the air, leading to a cool but clammy feeling, and causes excessive wear and tear on components, increasing energy bills and the likelihood of a premature breakdown. A proper load calculation ensures your new system is perfectly sized for maximum efficiency and comfort.
Selecting the Ideal Air Conditioning System
With an accurate load calculation complete, the focus shifts to selecting the right equipment for your needs. Modern air conditioners offer a wide range of features and efficiency levels, and the best choice depends on your specific goals and budget.
High-efficiency systems, identified by their Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER) rating, can significantly reduce your monthly utility bills. The higher the SEER rating, the less energy the unit consumes to produce the same amount of cooling. While a higher initial investment, these systems often provide substantial savings over the life of the equipment. Pairing a high-efficiency AC with a variable-speed air handler or furnace can further enhance comfort by providing more consistent temperatures and superior humidity control. Guidance through the options helps you find the perfect balance of performance, efficiency, and long-term value for your home.
The Meticulous AC Installation Process
The physical installation is a multi-step process where technical skill and attention to detail are paramount. Each stage is handled with precision to guarantee the safety, integrity, and performance of your new cooling system.
- Safe Removal of Old Equipment: The process begins with the careful decommissioning and removal of your existing air conditioner. Refrigerant is safely recovered according to strict EPA regulations to protect the environment. The old indoor and outdoor units are then disconnected and removed from your property for proper disposal.
- Preparation and Placement of the Outdoor Unit: The outdoor condenser unit requires a solid, level foundation to operate correctly and minimize vibration. A new composite or concrete pad is installed and precisely leveled. The condenser is then carefully positioned, ensuring adequate clearance on all sides for proper airflow and future service access.
- Installation of the Indoor Evaporator Coil: The indoor evaporator coil, which is responsible for absorbing heat from your home's air, is expertly installed inside your existing furnace or air handler plenum. A perfect fit and seal are crucial to prevent air leakage, which would compromise both efficiency and performance.
- Refrigerant Line Set Connection: The copper refrigerant lines that connect the indoor and outdoor units are the circulatory system of your AC. These lines are carefully routed and insulated. Connections are made using a technique called brazing, which creates a durable, leak-proof seal far superior to simple soldering. A nitrogen purge is used during brazing to prevent oxidation inside the pipes, which could otherwise contaminate the system.
- Electrical and Condensate Drain Installation: All high and low-voltage electrical wiring is connected according to manufacturer specifications and local codes to ensure safe, reliable operation. A new condensate drain line is installed with the proper slope to ensure that moisture removed from the air is safely carried away from the indoor unit, preventing water damage and potential mold growth.
System Commissioning: The Final Verification
Once the physical installation is complete, the job is not finished. A critical commissioning or startup process is performed to verify that every component is operating at peak performance. This is what truly separates a professional installation from a standard one.
This final check includes:
- System Evacuation and Charging: The entire refrigerant system is put under a deep vacuum to remove all air and moisture, which are enemies of system efficiency and longevity.
- Precise Refrigerant Charging: The system is charged with the exact amount of refrigerant specified by the manufacturer. Technicians use digital gauges to measure superheat and subcooling, ensuring the charge is perfect for the specific conditions of your home. An incorrect charge—either too much or too little—is a leading cause of inefficiency and component failure.
- Airflow and Static Pressure Testing: Airflow across the indoor coil is measured to confirm it meets the system's design parameters. This ensures air is circulating effectively throughout your home for even cooling.
- Thermostat and Controls Calibration: The thermostat is tested to ensure it is communicating correctly with the new system and accurately reading the room temperature. All safety controls and operational sequences are verified.
Only after the system passes this comprehensive battery of tests is the installation considered complete. This meticulous process guarantees your new AC will deliver the performance and energy efficiency you expect from day one.
Customer Testimonials
Exceptional service and professionalism, exceeding expectations every time.
The service is in the name: AMAZING. My experience from the quote with Doug to the installation by Dave and Jose was absolutely wonderful, transparent, informative, efficient, friendly, and professional. They REALLY know what they're doing. I can't thank them enough for installing my new furnace and AC in my condo. Definitely recommend this amazing company.
My central A/C went out and they came and fixed it the same day I called them. From the first point of contact to the service provided, I experienced outstanding customer service. The technician Donnie was great! He was very thorough, knowledgeable, and patient with my questions. They have a reasonable comprehensive membership program that I decided to join seeing my systems are getting old.
Great service, nice people!
Thad scheduled a service and all I can say is Thank you. Martin who came out to do the service was kind, friendly, informative and made sure everything was running the way it should. He was awesome. Thank you Martin and Thank you Amazing for being an awesome company from the first phone call to the install to the maintenance. You definitely have my business.
A trusted company and great service from Phillip
Dave is a very hard worker from the time he got here until the time he left. We felt comfortable with him in the house. He was polite. He installed our furnace and made sure everything worked correctly. Installed a new thermostat and helped get it up and running. Thank you Dave we appreciate your time and effort.
Very quick and very professional. The tech Phillip has serviced my unit the past 2 times and he is awesome. Very friendly, very hopeful and very efficient. Def recommend him and your company!!
Yearly check on furnace and ac. Phillip did a very thorough job checking both systems.
Phillip, Dave, and Jose were couldn't have been nicer. They installed my new water heater amazingly fast!
Phillip was on time and did a great job. Thanks Amazing!
They were able to add us in at the last minute, we're on time, quick and responsive
Fast, friendly service. Phil was on time and polite. I am very happy with the service we received.
Thave been using Amazing for years and they have always done a great job. The staff is trustworthy and professional. Amazing has installed my furnace (5 yrs. ago), my water heater (2 yrs. ago), and now my new Air conditioner. I highly recommend Amazing.
Philip came on time, very personable, and knowledgeable. Can always rely on Amazing Air for all our needs.
Dave was fantastic! He installed our new furnace and answered all questions. He cleaned up everything and made sure not to leave anything behind. Customer service has also been fantastic. I would highly recommend them!
Great installation of central AC by the Amazing Air team of Dave and Jose. Competitive pricing and great service as always.
I have been using amazing air for many years. They do an amazing job and their rates are reasonable. I was happy that Ace finally retired but will miss him. Mike is a wonderful replacement for Ace. Mike explained everything and was very pleasant to work with.
Donny took care of us with our annual furnace inspection and cleaning. Dave came and installed our new humidifier. They both were very kind, friendly, and professional. They know their trades! We definitely recommend Amazing Air, Inc., for all your heating and cooling needs.
Uriel, did an excellent job on quickly repairing an older commercial unit on the roof. He worked tirelessly to secure a new part and ensure the unit was up and running same day ! Great job !
Mike and Dominic took out my 22 yr old furnace and replaced a new one on the3 rd floor. So had a lot of steps to carry up and old out. Don’t exaggerate job finished up and cleaned up everything a very cold day great people to work with.! Great co
My furnace was cleaned and maintained. The technician was prompt, friendly, and knowledgeable. I definitely recommend Amazing Air.
We had a problem with our furnace, called Amazing Air for service, within an hour they had a serviceman out, diagnosed our issue and helped us come up with an informed solution. They installed a new furnace for us the next day and did an excellent, professional job. Dave and Mike were very informative and did a great job with the instalation
Mike, was awesome today. He quickly assessed the situation and fix our problem. He’s a true professional at what he does and will recommend him and Amazing to anyone who needs a great heating and cooling system technician. -Russell W. and Mandy J.
This place is fantastic.they offered to bring out temporary heat while we waited for installation. Doug gave us a great estimate and explained in detail what we needed without any attempt to upsell or hard sell. Mike provided a flawless professional installation. I definitely recommend Amazing Air.
Dave from amazing just finished installing our new furnace. He did a wonderful job. There should be more techs like him. Very hard worker, sociable and thorough. Doug should take him out to lunch sometime. Very happy and satisfied with the service amazing provides us.
Dave and Jose we courteous and respectful to us and our home. They removed our old furnace and installed the new one efficiently and professionally They made sure that everything was operating properly. My compliments to them and everyone at Amazing Air.
Our tech came on time,was very friendly, checked out our furnace and water heater and other than we have an older unit everything checked out fine.He did a great job, hope we see him again for any future services!
Do you need a winter furnace tune up? Call Amazing! I have literally been using them for decades and you will not find a better company. They are dependable, reputable and they know their stuff. The techs are all personable, kind, neat, courteous guys. Shout out to Mike P! I promise you will be 100% satisfied with this company. Just tell them Myra Sent you 😉
Very happy with this company .No issues with arriving to take care of issues with air company,Phillip is great ,explains everything in detail Very hospitable,and cares about your needs,am very happy to have Amazing Air for my Hvac needs
A very nice gentleman showed up (I think his name was Phil). I was very happy with the service. It was easy and I really didn’t need to do anything.
Amazing Air, Inc. does a wonderful job maintaining our furnace. The technician, Uriel, was prompt, kind, and thorough. We appreciate their service & upkeep of our system.
We had a check up done on Air Conditioner, Phillip was our technician, he was fast friendly and even fought off some wasps trying to hide out near our compressor.
Fantastic experience with our air conditioner replacement. Dave and Jose did an AMAZING job and were friendly, courteous and knowledgeable.
Quick response and great service! Mike arrived earlier than expected which was great. He knew what the issue was with my AC unit and thoroughly explained everything. Fixed the problem quickly and neatly!
Reliable, prompt, knowledgeable, friendly technicians. They offer a nice plan which covers any labor cost, including the A/C clean & check which Phil came out to do today. Great job Phil, thank you!!
Very happy with Amazing. I've relied on them for years and including a very reasonable maintenance plan. Phil was out earlier this week for annual A/C tune up and continued Amazing Air's commitment to being best in class.
Phillip was on time and very considerate of my house using his shoe covers each time entering my house. He did a great job cleaning the furnace and air conditioner. Amazing Air is a very good company .
Since we have the gold package Phil was able to be dispatched to our house in a reasonable amount of time the same day I called. When Phil arrived he was polite and professional. Diagnosed the problem quickly and fixed it. Great work on a 95 degree day! More
Amazing Air has always been good to us, but recently we had work done and Dave and Jose did an exceptional job. Very friendly and knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable with their expertise. Thank you.
Customer service by office staff and techs is top quality. Mike (tech) is friendly and is great at explaining what he is seeing and doing. He saved me a lot of $ by repairing my current humidifier instead of replacing it.
Amazing did a great job, came early and worked efficiently. Dave and Jose were very polite, friendly, and very respectful of our home. At the end they explained everything they did and walked me through everything involved including routine maintenance. Thanks for doing a great job!
Dave and Jose we courteous and respectful to us and our home. They removed our old furnace and installed the new one efficiently and professionally They made sure that everything was operating properly. My compliments to them and everyone at Amazing Air.
Technician from Amazing Heating and Air Conditioning came out on time and very respectful and polite and completed the maintenance services and he reviewed with me him the finding. Also call center very helpful in scheduling appointment! Thank you!
I have become accustomed to good service by Amazing Air and my most recent visit met my expectations. On-time as scheduled , polite, efficient & thorough. Been using Amazing for almost 20 years and will continue to do so.
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