AC replacement and HVAC service in Seattle

What we work on

• AC replacement

  When your air conditioner is worn out, we size and install a new system that fits your house and your ductwork.

  What it involves: AC replacement

  A replacement should start with your home, not with the old unit's label. We look at the size of the house, the insulation and the duct system the new equipment has to work through, then recommend a system sized to match.

  If a repair still makes sense, we tell you, so you can weigh both before you decide.

  • Check of the old unit and why it failed
  • Sizing based on your home, not the old data plate
  • Look at ducts and insulation that affect comfort
  • Removal of the old equipment
  • Startup readings taken after install

  Should I repair or replace my AC?

  It depends on the unit's age and which part failed. A small part on a younger system is usually worth fixing. A failed compressor or coil on an older unit often is not. We lay out both options so you can choose.

  Do you replace air conditioners in Seattle?

  Yes. We replace central air conditioners and install heat pumps and ductless systems across Seattle and nearby towns.

• Air conditioning repair

  No cooling, weak airflow or a unit that hums and quits: we find the failed part and the reason it failed.

  What it involves: Air conditioning repair

  Most cooling problems trace back to a few parts: the capacitor, the contactor, the coil, the drain or the refrigerant charge. We test them with instruments instead of guessing.

  A low charge means a leak somewhere, so we look for it rather than just topping the system off. Before we leave, we check that the unit is cooling the way it should.

  • Electrical checks on capacitor and contactor
  • Refrigerant pressures and temperatures read
  • Coil, filter and drain line inspected
  • Clear explanation of the fix before work starts
  • System tested again after the repair

  Do you repair air conditioning in Federal Way?

  Yes. Federal Way is in the area we serve, along with Seattle, Kent, Renton and other nearby towns.

  Why does my AC need refrigerant every year?

  It should not. A sealed system does not use up refrigerant, so a low charge means a leak. Finding the leak keeps you from paying for the same problem next summer.

• Ductless mini split installation

  Heating and cooling for homes without ducts, additions and hard-to-reach rooms, installed with the indoor heads placed where they work.

  What it involves: Ductless mini split installation

  A ductless mini split pairs an outdoor heat pump with one or more indoor heads. It suits older Seattle homes without ductwork, finished attics, additions and rooms the main system never reaches.

  We help you decide how many heads you need and where they go, then run the line set, mount the units and set up the controls.

  • Room-by-room look at where heads should go
  • Outdoor unit placement and mounting
  • Line set and condensate drain run cleanly
  • Controls set up and explained to you
  • System started and checked before we leave

  Do you install ductless mini splits in Federal Way and Kent?

  Yes. We install ductless systems in Seattle and in nearby towns including Federal Way, Kent and Renton.

  Can a mini split heat my home in winter?

  Yes. A mini split is a heat pump, so it heats as well as cools. We size it for the rooms it has to cover.

• Insulation

  Attic and home insulation that keeps heat in during winter and out during summer, so your system runs less.

  What it involves: Insulation

  A thin or patchy attic lets heat escape all winter and lets the summer sun bake the house. Adding or replacing insulation is often the change that lowers bills and evens out cold or hot rooms.

  We look at what is in your attic now, where air is leaking, and how it affects your heating and cooling, then recommend what to add.

  • Attic check of current insulation depth
  • Spots where air leaks into the attic found
  • Insulation added or replaced where needed
  • Ducts in the attic checked while we are up there
  • Walkthrough of what was done

  Are you an insulation contractor near me in Seattle?

  Yes. We are an insulation contractor based in Southwest Seattle and work in Seattle and nearby towns.

  Will new insulation lower my heating bill?

  Often, if your attic is under-insulated or leaky. We check first and tell you whether insulation is likely to make a real difference.

• Furnace repair

  No heat or a furnace that starts and shuts off: we work through ignition, sensors and safety controls to find the fault.

  What it involves: Furnace repair

  A furnace that will not stay lit usually has a dirty flame sensor, a failing igniter, an inducer problem or a safety limit tripping from poor airflow. We test each one and find which it is.

  A tripping limit is often a clogged filter or a duct problem, so we check airflow too, not just the part that stopped.

  • Ignition and flame sensor tested
  • Inducer motor and pressure switch checked
  • Safety limits and airflow looked at
  • Filter checked and replaced if needed
  • Furnace run through a full cycle after repair

  Do you offer furnace repair service in Federal Way?

  Yes. We repair furnaces in Federal Way, Seattle, Kent, Renton and other nearby towns.

  Can you come out when my heat goes out at night?

  We are available around the clock, 365 days a year. Call and we will tell you when we can get to you.

• Heat pump service

  Repair and service for heat pumps that heat and cool your home, checked on both sides of the season.

  What it involves: Heat pump service

  A heat pump works all year, so problems show up in both summer and winter. We check the reversing valve, the defrost control and the backup heat, along with the refrigerant charge and airflow.

  We explain what we find and whether the system is worth repairing.

  • Heating and cooling modes both tested
  • Defrost operation checked
  • Backup heat strips checked
  • Refrigerant charge and airflow read
  • Outdoor coil inspected

  Why is my heat pump blowing cool air in winter?

  It may be in defrost, which is normal for a few minutes. If it lasts longer, it can be a reversing valve, a defrost control or low charge. We test to find out.

• Maintenance and tune-ups

  Seasonal checks on your furnace, AC or heat pump so small problems get caught before they leave you without heat or cooling.

  What it involves: Maintenance and tune-ups

  A tune-up is a chance to catch a weak capacitor, a dirty coil or a clogged drain before it fails on the coldest or hottest day. We clean and check the parts that wear, and write down what we find.

  Landlords and property managers can use the same visit to keep rental units running.

  • Coils and drain line cleaned and checked
  • Capacitor and electrical parts tested
  • Burner and safety controls checked
  • Filter checked or replaced
  • Written notes on what we found

  How often should my system get a tune-up?

  Once a year for each system is a good rule. Heat pumps run all year, so some owners have them checked before both heating and cooling seasons.

• Ductwork and airflow

  Rooms that never get warm or cool, measured at the duct and fixed where the air is getting lost.

  What it involves: Ductwork and airflow

  A room that is always hotter or colder than the rest of the house usually has an airflow problem, not a capacity problem. Leaky or crushed ducts, missing returns and ducts in an uninsulated attic are the common causes.

  We measure the airflow, find where it is lost and seal, repair or insulate the ducts that need it.

  • Airflow measured at problem registers
  • Leaking duct joints found and sealed
  • Crushed or disconnected runs repaired
  • Attic ducts checked for insulation
  • Return air paths looked at

  Why is one room always colder than the rest of the house?

  Most often it is airflow: a long or damaged duct run, a leaking joint or a duct in a cold attic. We measure at that room to find which one.

How a call runs

1. 1

   Call

   Call us or send the form with your town and a line about the problem. We are available around the clock, 365 days a year.

2. 2

   Inspect

   We take readings on the system and look at the ducts and insulation that affect it, so we work from facts, not guesses.

3. 3

   Explain

   We tell you what we found and your options, including repair versus replacement when both apply, before any work starts.

4. 4

   Fix

   We do the repair, install or insulation work you chose, then test the system again and walk you through what changed.