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Trust the professionals and enjoy peace of mind with air conditioner installation from The Home Depot. Get a FREE consultation today and speak with a Home Depot Installer to discuss options and get your project started.
Let Us Take Care of Your Air Conditioner Installation
Here’s what you get:
✔ Trusted Brands
We install top-quality central and mini-split air conditioners from tried-and-true brands such as Trane®.
✔ Certified Installers
Professional installation from licensed, trusted and experienced Home Depot Installers.
✔ Top-Rated Efficiency
We install ENERGY STAR®-rated high-efficiency air conditioner systems that deliver superior home cooling while using as little energy as possible.
✔ Optional Upgrades
Ask your installer about enhancing comfort and saving energy costs by adding a new air filter, humidifier, or smart thermostat.
✔ Standard Warranty
All installations include 1-year parts and labour coverage, plus available extended options.
Choose Central Air Conditioner Installation If:
✔ You need air conditioning for your entire home
✔ You currently have central air with ductwork (or wish to get it installed)
✔ You don’t have central air conditioning or need to replace your current system
Central Air Conditioner Installation Options
Our central air conditioner installers are committed to sourcing the right system for your home and budget. Some popular options include:
Trane XL16i
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Key features:
- Up to 17.00 SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio)
- 1.5–5 ton models available
- Patented Trane Spine Fin™ coil
- Patented Trane Climatuff® compressor
Trane XR13
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Key features:
- Up to 14.50 SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio)
- 1.5–5 ton models available
- Patented Trane Spine Fin™ coil
- Patented Trane Climatuff® compressor
RunTru
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Key features:
- Up to 13.00 SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio)
- 1.5-5 ton models available
- Quiet operation; as low as 74 dB
- Painted, galvanized steel cabinets
Comfortmaker C4A3
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Key features:
- Up to 13.00 SEER (seasonal energy efficiency ratio)
- Designed for corrosion resistance and lasting performance
- Quiet operation; as low as 71 dB
- 2-speed fan motor on most models
How Can I Get A New Central Air Conditioner Installed?
1 Free Consultation
- Book a free, in-home consultation with a Home Depot Installer to review options and get a quote.
2 Professional Installation
- At a pre-scheduled time, the Installer will deliver and install your new central air conditioner
3 Final Inspection
- Your Installer will return at a later date to ensure your new HVAC system is working well.
What Size Central Air Conditioner Do I Need?
Our experienced Home Depot Installers will assess the unique features of your home – from layout and square footage to number of windows, sun exposure and climate, efficiency needs and more – to determine the best-matched equipment for your ductless or central air conditioning installation.
How Much Does Central Air Conditioning Installation Cost?
Central air conditioner installation cost can range between approximately $3,950 and $9,500, with an average price of $4,750 (not including taxes), for your new equipment plus labour.
Air conditioner installers consider a variety of factors, most notably the size and output of your central air conditioner, the condition of your ductwork and the size and layout of your home.
Please visit our Air Conditioning Cost Guide to learn more about air conditioner installation cost.
Finding the Right System For You
As our central air conditioner installers know, the best equipment isn’t the largest or most powerful; it’s the one that’s best suited for the unique demands and specifications of your home.
The following chart gives you an idea of how central air conditioner size (in tons) and output (in BTU/hr) might match up with a home’s square footage, independent of other determining factors.
Size of Your Home (Square Feet) |
Recommended Central Air Conditioner Size (Tons) |
Central Air Conditioner Output (BTU/hr) |
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700-1,100 |
1.5 |
18,000 |
1,101-1,400 |
2 |
24,000 |
1,401-1,650 |
2.5 |
30,000 |
1,651-2,100 |
3 |
36,000 |
2,101-2,300 |
3.5 |
42,000 |
2,301-2,700 |
4 |
48,000 |
2,701-3,300 |
5 |
60,000 |
For illustrative purposes only. Square footage is one of a range of factors your HVAC Installer will consider when determining the correct size for your new central air conditioner.
Mini-split AC Installation Options
Energy-efficient ductless air conditioners, also known as ‘mini-split’ systems, use patented technology to deliver reliable cooling comfort to single rooms and small spaces.
Book a free in-home or virtual consultation and our certified Installers will assess your home comfort needs.
Trane 4MXW27
$$$
Key Features:
- Up to 27 SEER cooling efficiency
- Remote or wall-mounted controls
- Quiet operation: as low as 23 dB
- ENERGY STAR® qualified options
Trane 4MXW38
$$$
Key Features:
- Up to 38 SEER cooling efficiency
- Remote or wall-mounted controls
- Quiet operation: as low as 22 dB
- ENERGY STAR® qualified options
Trane 4MXW85
$$
Key Features:
- 16-22 SEER cooling efficiency
- Remote or wall-mounted controls
- Quiet operation: as low as 26 dB
- ENERGY STAR® qualified options
Ameristar M4MHW
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Key Features:
- 20-22 SEER cooling efficiency
- Handheld remote control included
- Quiet operation: as low as 28 dB
- ENERGY STAR® qualified options
How Can I Get A New Mini-split Air Conditioner Installed?
1 Free Consultation
- Book a free, in-home consultation with a Home Depot Installer to review options and get a quote.
2 Professional Installation
- At a pre-scheduled time, the Installer will deliver and install your new mini-split air conditioner.
3 Final Inspection
- Your Installer will return at a later date to ensure your new HVAC system is working well.
Window Air Conditioning Installation
Our authorized Local Pros are certified and background-checked annually to ensure the highest quality workmanship for our valued customers.
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We’ll connect you with up to 3 certified Local Pros so you can choose the one with the best offer!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Central AC Installation Questions
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- Small air conditioners, such as portable, window or wall-mounted units, are cheaper than central air; however, they’re designed for smaller spaces and don’t offer the same capabilities as a central air conditioner.
- Central AC installation is the most suitable, cost-effective and energy-efficient option for delivering reliable comfort to your entire home.
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- Central AC installation is an affordable, more effective solution for cooling an entire home than running multiple AC units.
- Investing in the cost of installing central air conditioning can also increase the value of your home.
- Home Depot Installers offer a range of high-efficiency central air conditioners, with SEER ratings (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) as high as 17, to help you save on your electricity bills.
- System upgrades such as a programmable or smart thermostat can help you fine-tune your central air conditioner’s performance for optimal comfort, efficiency and savings.
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- Both ductless and central air conditioning systems come with their own unique benefits, but choosing between them and determining which is “best” will depend on which system most closely matches the demands of your home.
- While ductless AC can be configured to serve up to 4 rooms, central AC installation is typically the better solution for an entire house, especially when it already has ductwork in place.
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- Central air conditioning installation is usually the most energy-efficient option when a whole-home air conditioning solution is needed. During your free in-home consultation, the installer will help you determine which system is right for your home.
- All central air conditioners available from The Home Depot are ENERGY STAR®-certified high-efficiency systems with SEER (Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio) ratings as high as 17.
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- With regular, annual maintenance from a licensed HVAC professional, a central air conditioner will typically last about 15 years.
- Please keep in mind that unique conditions, such as local climate and humidity, can impact your central air conditioner in ways that may impact its overall lifespan.
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- With flexible financing available through The Home Depot Project Loan, you can access up to $50,000 credit and divide the cost of your central air conditioner installation into easy monthly payments, with no annual fees.
- Speak with a Home Depot installer and get your free consultation to learn more.
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- While central air conditioning installation can usually be completed in a single-day appointment, specific installation times will vary from as little as four hours to as much as 12 hours or longer. Your installer should be able to estimate how much time is needed for your project
- The specific demands of your air conditioner installation project, including the layout and location of your home and whether ductwork and/or other additional features need to be installed, will determine how long it will take
Ductless AC Installation Questions
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- Ductless AC systems can be configured to serve up to 4 rooms and are ideally suited for homes requiring heat in isolated areas.
- A ductless AC system uses zoning technology to focus your heating needs on a specific area of the home when needed, resulting in potential energy savings throughout the year and offering you greater control.
- Once installed, your new ductless air conditioning system can last as long as 20 years which is as long as many high-quality furnaces.
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- Ductless mini-split air conditioner systems are ideal for homes without existing ductwork, and less costly to install.
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- In Ontario, the average cost to install a new ductless air conditioning system ranges between $2000 - $4500.
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- An outdoor condenser for a multi-zone ductless air conditioning system can support up to 4 indoor air handling units.
- A standard 12,000BTU mini-split air handler can effectively cool 1500 square feet, so you may not need one in every room of the home.
- Your installer will assess your home’s layout and energy consumption to determine the optimal configuration for your ductless AC system.
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- With flexible financing available through The Home Depot Project Loan, you can access up to $50,000 credit and divide the cost of your new ductless AC installation into easy monthly payments, with no annual fees.
- Speak with a Home Depot installer and get your free consultation to learn more.
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- Depending on the size of your home and the number of rooms, your ductless air conditioning system can be installed within a single day.
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- Professionally installed and with routine maintenance, your new ductless air conditioning system can last up to 20 years – significantly longer than a conventional air conditioner
- Our selection of mini-split ductless systems include a product warranty as well as extended coverage options through The Home Depot Protection Plan
Window AC Installation Questions
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- A licensed electrician is not required to install a window air conditioner
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- Powered by The Home Depot, we use the latest technology to match customers with a qualified Local Pro who has completed a background check
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You should ask the Local Pro about the work they do so you feel comfortable before hiring them.
For example:
- Will you be working on my job yourself or will it be one of your employees?
- Do you have liability insurance and Workers Compensation Board coverage?
- How long have you been working as a handyman installer?
- How and when will I be required to pay for the work?
- Do you have any references you can provide me with?
- Will you provide a written contract that specifies exactly the services you will provide?