Your Guide to AC Installation

So you’re ready to install a new air conditioner. Before you read too far, we’re not going to tell you HOW to install a cooling system. Any air conditioning installation in Corpus Christi, TX, should be done by a trained and experienced professional.

This blog covers what to expect during your professional installation. This will help you understand the process and why an expert needs to handle the installation.

Preliminary Work

Once we receive your final approval, we will send one of our professionals out to your home or commercial business to gather all the necessary information to perform a heat load test. This is necessary not only to ensure we are abiding by code requirements but most importantly to ensure we are installing the proper system to meet the heating and cooling capacity requirements. Some of the information we will obtain is the floor plan, insulation R-values, window sizes, window types, internal heat gains, and much more.

At this point, if your A/C system is not operable due to failure, we can provide you with complimentary portable A/C units to alleviate some of the heat.

Once the heat load is complete and we have verified the necessary capacity for your space, we will begin gathering all of the proper equipment and materials, and we will get you set up for an installation date that works for you.

Arrival & Removing the Old System
Upon arrival to your home, our installers will introduce themselves and begin setting up all their tools, materials, and equipment. They will also lay down drop cloths to protect your indoor flooring.

Air conditioners are made up of complex parts and components, such as refrigerants, that must be appropriately disposed of. Refrigerant is a chemical that helps the system cool your home and can be harmful to the environment if not correctly managed.

Professional HVAC contractors understand how to handle recovered refrigerant to keep it from escaping into the atmosphere. Experts will also understand the importance of your existing ductwork. They’ll pay special attention to ensure nothing is knocked out of place or broken.

Removal of all the old equipment will begin. Our team will disassemble the equipment and carefully remove the equipment from the space. Please be advised although we take precaution with the removal of the equipment, this can sometimes be a difficult task, maneuvering the heavy, old and new equipment through your home or business. Sometimes minor scuffs may occur; nonetheless, we will make sure any scuffs or nicks are resolved to your likings upon completion.

It’s now time for your air conditioning installation in Corpus Christi, TX.

The Installation

Once all the equipment is removed, we will clean the attic space or closets where the equipment will be re-installed. It is common to find microbial growth in these areas. We will treat these areas with mold and mildew cleaner. All closet areas where equipment is being installed will be painted. We will install new ¾-inch plywood to ensure all platforms are strong and sturdy.

After placing your new unit in position, the technician will connect everything and make sure it works. Experienced technicians are qualified to complete any necessary electrical work and ductwork so everything will be correctly and safely secured.

All copper lines will be properly routed to ensure accessibility of the systems. Copper connections will be brazed and pressure tested with nitrogen at 150 psi to ensure the system and lines are leak free. Once this is done, we will perform a vacuum on the system down to 500 microns to ensure the system is free of non-condensables which will prohibit proper performance system longevity if not done properly.

Although a DIY project may seem fun, an inexperienced homeowner may unintentionally damage their home or injure themselves.

Testing the System

The last step is to test the system. This will let the technician know that everything is working as it should. The technician will turn on the system, measure the intake and airflow, and inspect for any potential safety hazards.

Remember, this is a summary of what a professional air conditioning installation in Corpus Christi, TX, looks like. It seems like a short and simple process, but it starts days before the system gets installed.

After some time has passed, our Installation Manager will return to the home to ensure the installation meets our stringent requirements.