Home AC Installation
Beaverton summers have gotten harder to ignore. Heat waves that push past 95°F are no longer unusual — and a house without air conditioning becomes a real problem fast. Conrad Heating and Cooling installs central AC systems, heat pumps, and ductless mini-splits for homeowners in Beaverton and the Portland Metro. Call (503) 785-9715 to schedule a free in-home estimate. Licensed in-house technicians, upfront flat-rate pricing, and a 4.9/5 Google rating backed by real local customers.
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Our AC Services
Central Air Conditioning
Pairs an outdoor condenser with an indoor evaporator coil, distributing cooled air through existing ductwork. Modern units run at SEER2 ratings of 14 to 25+, use R-410A refrigerant, and are sized via Manual J load calculation — not square footage guesswork. A 3-ton unit fits most 1,500–2,200 sq ft Beaverton homes. Best fit for houses already set up with a ducted furnace or air handler.
Air-Source Heat Pump
Handles cooling in summer and heating in winter from a single outdoor unit. In the Portland Metro, where heating season runs long, that dual function changes the math. Cold-climate models work down to -15°F with COP ratings of 2.5 to 4.0. Conrad is an authorized Bosch dealer; most qualifying installs are eligible for Energy Trust of Oregon incentives.
Ductless Mini-Split
No ductwork required. An outdoor unit connects via lineset to wall-mounted indoor heads — inverter-driven compressors modulate output continuously rather than cycling at full capacity. Multi-zone systems support up to five indoor heads from a single outdoor unit, each independently controlled. Practical for home additions, older Portland-area homes, and rooms where running new duct branches isn’t feasible.
Why Quality AC Installation Matters in Beaverton
Installing air conditioning correctly the first time keeps you from dealing with refrigerant leaks, undersized systems, and early compressor failures. Conrad’s technicians hold CCB, EPA 608, and WHI certifications — bonded, insured, and on Conrad’s own payroll, not a subcontracting roster. Every home air conditioning install starts with a genuine assessment of your layout, duct condition, and cooling load. Upfront flat-rate pricing means the number is set before work begins. Same-day estimates available across Beaverton and the surrounding area.
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.
What AC Installation Looks Like from Start to Finish
Most homeowners want to know what happens between “yes, let’s do it” and the moment cold air comes out of the vents.
Before any equipment moves, a Conrad technician visits your home for a Manual J load calculation — proper sizing based on square footage, insulation, ceiling height, window placement, and sun exposure, not a rough estimate. That step determines the right tonnage. Conrad then handles permit filing under Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code before the installation date is confirmed.
On installation day: condenser placement with proper clearance and lineset routing, air handler or evaporator coil connection, refrigerant charge, electrical hookup, and thermostat programming. After the system is running, Conrad runs a full airflow verification and startup test. A standard central AC swap takes one full day; ductwork modifications add time. Every completed install includes a written report — what was installed, how it tested, and what to watch for in the first few weeks of operation.
Installing Air Conditioning in an Older Home
Installing air conditioning in an older home brings a specific set of obstacles. Ductwork from the 1960s may be undersized, leaking, or too restrictive for a modern central system — the equipment won’t reach its rated efficiency no matter how clean the install is. Electrical capacity is the other real constraint: many Portland-area homes from the 1950s–1970s still run on 100A service, and a 3-ton central AC needs a dedicated 240V/30–40A circuit minimum. That’s worth confirming with an electrician before Conrad arrives.
For homes without functional ductwork, a ductless mini-split is usually the right path. It routes through an exterior wall with a short lineset, requires no major structural work, and delivers room-level control from day one. It’s the solution Conrad installs in a significant share of Cedar Mill and West Slope homes built before 1975.
AC Installation Cost in Beaverton, OR
Central AC installation in the Portland Metro typically runs $5,500 to $10,000+ installed — system size, duct condition, and equipment brand are the main variables. A standard 3-ton central AC swap in a Beaverton home with existing ductwork usually lands in the middle of that range. Heat pumps sit in a similar price band, but they cover your heating season too. That changes the math. Ductless single-zone installs typically start around $3,500 to $7,000 for equipment and labor combined.
A few factors move the number: SEER2 rating, ductwork modifications, permit fees, and electrical panel capacity. Energy Trust of Oregon offers cash rebates for qualifying high-efficiency installations — ask Conrad which systems are currently eligible. All estimates are flat-rate and provided in writing before work starts.
Why Choose Conrad for Home AC Installation?
Installing a new AC system is one of the larger investments a homeowner makes, and how it’s installed determines how that equipment performs for the next 15 years. Conrad handles the full job in-house — licensed technicians, proper load calculations, permit filing, startup testing, and a written completion report. No subcontractors. No hand-offs between crews.
Expert Technicians
All technicians are licensed and certified (CCB, EPA 608, WHI), background-checked, and trained to work across all major system types and brands.
Prompt Service
Same-day estimates available. Installations scheduled quickly, with stocked vehicles to handle most jobs without return trips.
Transparent Pricing and Financing
Installation, maintenance, and repairs handled by the same team. No third-party hand-offs when something needs attention later.
Transparent Pricing
Flat-rate quotes in writing before work starts. A detailed completion report after every visit. No surprises on the invoice.