AC Install
The Willamette Valley doesn’t cool off the way it used to. Conrad Heating and Cooling installs central AC, heat pumps, and ductless mini-splits for homes and businesses in Beaverton and the Portland metro. Call 503-785-9715 for a free estimate or book online.
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Our AC Services
AC Installation
New system or full replacement — Conrad handles load calculation, equipment selection, permits, and same-day startup. We size every unit to the actual square footage and ductwork condition, not to what’s easiest to schedule. Energy Trust of Oregon rebates available on qualifying high-efficiency equipment.
AC Repair
System blowing warm air, short-cycling, or making noise it didn’t make last summer? Our technicians carry the parts that fix this on the first visit — capacitors, contactors, fan motors, refrigerant. Diagnostic call first, written quote before we touch anything. 24/7 emergency service available.
AC Maintenance
An annual tune-up in March or April keeps the system ready before the first heat advisory. Conrad checks refrigerant charge, cleans coils, tests the capacitor and contactor, and measures airflow. Maintenance agreement customers get priority scheduling when summer booking backs up.
Professional AC Installation You Can Trust
An AC system that’s the wrong size for your home costs more to run and wears out faster — oversized units short-cycle, undersized ones run constantly. Conrad starts with a Manual J load calculation before recommending any equipment. That’s not standard practice for every installer in the area. It should be.
Our technicians are CCB-licensed, EPA 608-certified, and in-house — no subcontractors. We install all major brands: Bosch (authorized dealer), Lennox, Carrier, Trane, Daikin, Goodman. Conrad has been based in Beaverton since 2019, and most Portland metro installations are completed in a single day.
Don’t wait—trust Conrad Heating and Cooling for reliable and professional AC installation.
Our dedicated technicians are ready to see to it your home remains warm and energy-efficient throughout the season.
When to Install or Replace Your Air Conditioner
Signs You Need a New AC Unit
- System is 10–15 years old and has needed repairs in the last two seasons
- R-22 refrigerant (pre-2010 equipment) — parts are scarce and expensive, replacement is usually smarter
- Energy bills climbing year over year with no change in usage
- Uneven cooling — some rooms comfortable, others never get there
- Repair estimate exceeds half the current system value
AC Repair or Replacement — How to Decide
Under 10 years old and one clear failure point — repair it. Over 12 years, second repair in 12 months, or R-22 system — the math usually favors replacement. A new 18 SEER2 system running efficiently for 15 years often covers its installation cost in energy savings within 5–7 years. Conrad gives you both numbers so you can decide without pressure.
How Our AC Installation Process Works
What to Expect on Installation Day
- Consultation and load calculation — we assess square footage, ceiling height, window exposure, insulation, and existing ductwork. Sizing comes from measurements, not guesswork.
- System selection — we walk through options by efficiency tier (SEER2 ratings, equipment brands), budget, and any rebate eligibility through Energy Trust of Oregon.
- Installation — removal of the old unit, installation of the new system, refrigerant line connections, electrical work, and permit filing where required.
- Startup and walkthrough — full operational test before we leave. We register the equipment warranty and walk you through thermostat programming and filter schedule.
Most residential AC installations finish in one day.
AC Installation Cost — What Affects the Price
No two installs are the same. The main cost factors:
- System type — central AC, heat pump, or ductless mini-split each have different equipment and labor requirements
- SEER2 rating — higher-efficiency equipment costs more upfront; break-even is typically 4–6 years in the Portland area
- Ductwork condition — leaky or undersized ducts need sealing or replacement before a new system performs correctly
- Electrical — older panels sometimes need an upgrade to handle a modern condenser’s load
- Permits — required in Oregon; Conrad handles the filing
Written, itemized estimates — no surprise line items. Financing available on qualifying installations. Call 503-785-9715 for a free estimate.
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Ductwork, Ductless, and Heating — What Fits Your Home
Existing ductwork gets assessed before any equipment recommendation. Ducts that leak 20–30% of conditioned air (common in older Portland-area homes) undermine a new system’s efficiency before it runs a single cycle. Conrad seals or replaces duct sections as part of the installation when needed.
No ductwork at all? Ductless mini-split installation is the cleaner solution — zonal cooling without tearing into walls. For homes replacing both heating and cooling, a heat pump handles both functions through a single system, often at lower operating cost than separate furnace and AC units. Conrad also handles full heating installation if the furnace is due for replacement at the same time.
Why Choose Conrad for AC Installation?
Licensed and Certified Installers
Oregon CCB license and EPA 608 certification — both legally required for AC installation and refrigerant handling, both verified before anyone goes on a job. Conrad’s technicians are full-time and in-house. Every installation is permitted and inspected where Oregon code requires it.
Proper Sizing and Load Calculation
Conrad runs a Manual J load calculation on every installation job. Skipping this step is how you end up with a system that short-cycles in summer or runs constantly without reaching setpoint. The calculation takes 20 minutes. Fixing a midsized system after the fact takes a full reinstall.
Transparent Pricing and Financing
Written estimate before the job starts, no changes without a call. The itemized quote covers equipment, labor, permits, and disposal of the old system. Financing is available on qualifying installations, and Conrad handles Energy Trust of Oregon rebate paperwork as part of the job.
Warranty-Backed Installation
Most major AC manufacturers require professional installation by a licensed contractor for warranty coverage to apply. Conrad’s installs meet that requirement — and as an authorized Bosch dealer, we also provide factory-backed warranty support on Bosch equipment specifically.