You are choosing an AC company Los Angeles homeowners can trust with a full replacement, and the quotes you collect do not look alike. Los Angeles AC Pros answers the phone 24/7 and writes the install price on paper before any work starts. To get yours, ask for the installation quote and we will set a visit.
What a central AC install costs in Los Angeles
A full central air install runs $5,800 to $8,200 for a typical 3-ton system in Los Angeles. That range depends on brand, SEER2 rating, and whether you need new linesets or duct modifications.
Where your quote lands inside that range is decided by a short list:
- Equipment size, from a load-based sizing calculation rather than the old unit's label.
- The efficiency rating you pick.
- Linesets that can be reused or have to be replaced.
- Duct changes the new system needs.
- Where the indoor and outdoor equipment sit, and how hard they are to reach.
Our AC installation service starts with a visit to measure these, so the number on the quote is built from your house.
Ducts can change the whole quote
An AC company that prices only the box leaves a gap in your budget. If the ducts leak or do not suit the new system, the comfort problem comes back after the install.
Full duct replacement ranges from $3,400 to $8,000. Many jobs need far less than that, such as sealing, a repair or a modified run. The technician checks duct compatibility and puts the duct line on the quote, marked as required or optional. For the details, see our ductwork services.
Questions to put to any AC company before you sign
Hold every quote against the same checklist.
| Ask | What a good answer looks like |
|---|---|
| How was the size chosen? | A load-based sizing calculation for your house |
| Who pulls the permit? | The company, with LADBS named for City of Los Angeles neighborhoods |
| Is duct sealing and testing included? | Addressed in writing, as Title 24 can require it |
| Is the price written before work? | Yes, on paper, approved by you |
| What if I want repair instead? | A repair price is offered beside the replacement |
That last row matters. If your current system is worth fixing, the technician says so and writes the repair price next to the replacement, and you pick. See our AC repair service for what we fix.
What happens between the quote and install day
Once you approve the written quote, the steps are short and in a fixed order.
- The permit is filed for the install.
- The equipment is confirmed against the size on the quote.
- The crew sets the indoor and outdoor units and connects the linesets, power and drain.
- The system is started up and tested before the crew leaves.
- The inspection is booked for the permitted work.
If a duct change or a panel question shows up during the visit, the technician raises it before you sign, so the quote you approve is the quote you pay against.
Permit, refrigerant and inspection
Replacing an AC is permitted work. In City of Los Angeles neighborhoods the permit comes from LADBS. Depending on the scope, Title 24 Part 6 can require duct sealing and a duct leakage test, verified by a third-party HERS rater who is not the installer.
Since 1 Jan 2025, new residential split AC systems are made with lower-GWP A2L refrigerants such as R-454B or R-32. The quote reflects the equipment and lineset that go with them. Electric service in the city is LADWP, and the technician notes any electrical work the new unit needs.
Where we install
We quote installs across the City of Los Angeles, including Hollywood, Silver Lake, Los Feliz, Echo Park, Koreatown and West Adams, with Glendale and Pasadena also covered. See the Los Angeles area for coverage near you. If the home is a condo or has an HOA, mention it when you book so the schedule allows for approvals.
FAQ
Do you give the install price in writing?
Yes. The estimate is written before any work starts, and you approve it first. You keep the paper either way.
Can I get a repair price and a replacement price together?
Yes. Ask when you book. The technician finds the fault and writes both options so you can compare.
Who handles the permit?
We do. Replacing an AC is permitted work, and the permit for City of Los Angeles neighborhoods comes from LADBS. The filing is part of the install quote.
What if the old system still runs?
Tell us when you book. The technician checks it, and if it is worth fixing the repair price goes on the quote beside the replacement.
What if it cannot wait until morning?
Phones are answered 24/7, so call if the situation cannot wait. Same-day service is available for repairs.
Call the AC company that writes it down
Call (877) 549-6517 and Los Angeles AC Pros will book your install visit and put the full price in writing before any work starts.
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