Boiler Repair
A newer hydronic system still needs attention. We service circulators, expansion tanks and controls so the equipment keeps delivering even heat.
Equipment installation and replacement
Heating and cooling installations in Conway, SC, sized for the home you actually live in
New equipment only performs as well as the design and installation behind it. We calculate your heating and cooling load, check the ductwork or piping it will connect to and commission the system with measured startup readings.
- Room by room load calculations
- Permits and inspections coordinated
- Manufacturer warranties registered for you
Since 2011installing and servicing residential heating and cooling equipment
Manual Jload calculations completed before any equipment size is proposed
EPA 608certified technicians handling every refrigerant connection
Installation work planned around your house, not a rule of thumb
The right size is a calculation. The right install is a checklist.
Oversized equipment is one of the most common problems found in local homes. An air conditioner that is too large satisfies the thermostat in a few minutes, shuts off before it removes much moisture and leaves rooms feeling cool but clammy. A furnace that is too large cycles constantly, wearing parts and sending blasts of hot air followed by long cold gaps. Both problems start the same way: someone sized the replacement by matching the old unit or by counting square feet.
Our installation planning begins with a load calculation that accounts for wall and ceiling insulation, window area and orientation, air leakage, the number of occupants and the ductwork that already exists. That result guides equipment capacity. Then the ductwork or hydronic piping gets its own evaluation, because a high-efficiency system connected to undersized returns or leaking trunk lines will never deliver its rated performance.
The proposal you receive lists the equipment by model, the scope of work, what is being replaced and what is staying, any permit requirements, and the flat-rate price. When more than one option makes sense, such as a single-stage air conditioner versus a two-stage unit, or a standard furnace versus a condensing model, each option is laid out with the tradeoffs described honestly.
Installation day follows a written checklist. Refrigerant lines are brazed with a nitrogen purge and evacuated below the manufacturer target, then held to confirm the system is tight. Gas connections are leak tested, venting is verified against the equipment manual and electrical circuits are checked for correct sizing. Before we leave, the system is commissioned: static pressure, temperature split, refrigerant charge, gas pressure and airflow are measured and recorded, and you are shown how to operate and maintain what was installed.
Replacement timing matters too. When equipment is failing but still running, planning ahead gives you room to compare options, schedule around your calendar and avoid the pressure of choosing during a breakdown. If the system has already stopped, we can often suggest safe interim measures and move the installation up the schedule so the house is not left without comfort for long.
Replacement projects also bring questions about the rest of the home. Will the existing ductwork carry the airflow a new system needs? Is the electrical panel ready for a heat pump or a larger condenser? Does a new high-efficiency furnace leave an older water heater venting alone into an oversized chimney? We raise these points during the site survey, because discovering them on installation day helps no one.
We also think about the people living through the project. Pets need a quiet room, home offices need a warning before power is shut off, and families with infants or older relatives may need the work scheduled around their day. Telling us these details up front lets the crew plan the sequence so the house stays as comfortable and usable as possible.
- Old equipment removed and disposed of properly, with refrigerant recovered
- Work area protected and cleaned at the end of each day
- A walkthrough of controls, filters and maintenance needs at handoff
Systems we install, replace and keep running
From a single thermostat swap to a complete ducted system in a home that never had one.
Boiler Replacement
Condensing and conventional boilers installed with proper venting, condensate handling and primary loop piping matched to the manufacturer layout.
Heat Pump Repair
When a recently installed heat pump underperforms, we check charge, airflow and defrost settings before anyone blames the equipment.
Indoor Air Quality Testing
Testing before a new system goes in shows whether filtration, ventilation or humidity control belongs in the installation plan.
Air Cleaning And Humidifiers
Add filtration cabinets and bypass or steam humidifiers during installation, when access to the plenum is easiest.
Emergency Ac Repair
If new equipment is weeks away, urgent repairs can keep an aging air conditioner running until the replacement date.
Ac Installation
Split systems, matched coils and ductless options installed with correct line sizing, evacuation and measured charge.
Central Air Installation
Whole-home cooling designed from scratch for houses heated by boilers or wall units, with new ducts routed carefully.
Furnace Replacement
Single-stage, two-stage and modulating furnaces installed with venting reviewed for any shared chimney connections.
Ductwork Install And Replace
Trunk and branch systems designed with Manual D principles so the new blower moves air quietly to every room.
Hvac Contractor
Permits, inspections, electrical coordination and scheduling handled by one licensed contractor from proposal to startup.
Dryer Vent Cleaning
Renovating the laundry area? We reroute and clean dryer exhaust runs to reduce length, elbows and lint buildup.
Thermostat Repair And Replacement
Controls matched to the new equipment, including staging, heat pump logic and accessory wiring for humidifiers.
Why the connection points matter as much as the equipment
A new furnace or air conditioner arrives as a well-engineered box, but it lives inside a system that may be decades old. Return air openings that were marginal for the old unit can starve a new variable-speed blower and push it to its limits. A refrigerant line set that looks reusable may carry contaminants or be the wrong diameter for the new outdoor unit. A chimney that safely vented an old furnace and water heater together may become oversized when the furnace moves to plastic venting, leaving the water heater with poor draft.
These are the details that decide whether an installation succeeds. Our proposals identify them up front and include the corrections needed, so the price you approve reflects a system that will work as designed rather than a box that simply fits the space.
The same thinking applies to controls and accessories. A two-stage furnace paired with a single-stage thermostat never uses its low-fire setting, and a variable-speed air handler needs its airflow settings adjusted to match the outdoor unit. We configure these details during commissioning so you receive the performance the equipment was built to deliver.
Finally, a good installation plans for service. Filters should be reachable without tools or contortions, outdoor units need clearance for airflow and coil cleaning, and condensate lines should drain where a clog will be noticed rather than hidden. Small layout decisions made on installation day determine how easy, and how affordable, the next fifteen years of maintenance will be.
When a proposal includes more than one option, each is built around the same load calculation, so the comparison is fair. A higher-efficiency option should show you what it changes, whether that is lower operating cost, quieter operation or better humidity control, and a standard option should still be installed and commissioned with exactly the same care.
How an installation moves from first call to first cycle
Eight stages, each with a clear purpose and a clear handoff.
Installation quality is invisible once the panels are back on, which is exactly why it deserves attention before the project starts. The stages below describe how a replacement or new system moves through our hands, and each one produces something you can review: notes, measurements, a proposal, a permit, a set of commissioning readings.
Knowing the sequence also helps when you compare contractors. If a proposal arrives without a site visit, or a price is quoted without any calculation of your heating and cooling load, you are being asked to trust a guess. Our process is designed so that you never have to.
Every stage also has a person responsible for it. The same installer who surveyed the home reviews the proposal before it goes out, and the crew lead on installation day signs off the commissioning sheet. That continuity keeps small details, such as a tight attic hatch or a condensate route along a finished wall, from getting lost between visits.
Conversation
Every project starts with questions about how the house feels today. Which rooms run hot or cold, how high the energy bills climb in peak months, whether anyone in the home has allergies, and whether renovations are planned. These answers shape the design as much as any measurement does.
Site survey
An installer inspects the existing equipment, duct or pipe layout, electrical panel capacity, gas supply, venting route and access paths. Photos and measurements are recorded so the proposal reflects real conditions rather than assumptions made from a phone call.
Load calculation
Heat gain and heat loss are calculated from wall and ceiling construction, window size and orientation, air leakage and occupancy. The result sets equipment capacity, which keeps the new system from being oversized simply because the old one was.
Written proposal
Options are presented with model numbers, efficiency ratings, scope of work, exclusions and a flat-rate price for each. When two options are close, the proposal explains the tradeoffs in comfort, operating cost and upfront price so you can compare them fairly.
Permits and scheduling
Required mechanical, electrical or gas permits are pulled for our scope, and an installation date is set. For replacements during extreme weather, we discuss ways to limit the time your home spends without heating or cooling.
Installation day
The crew protects floors and finishes, removes old equipment and recovers refrigerant as federal rules require. New equipment is set level, connected, sealed and wired according to the manufacturer instructions and local code.
Commissioning
Refrigerant charge, airflow, static pressure, temperature rise or split, gas pressure and safety controls are measured and adjusted. The readings are recorded so future service visits have a reliable baseline to compare against.
Handoff
You receive a walkthrough of the thermostat, filter location and maintenance needs, along with registered warranty confirmation. We also point out anything worth watching during the first weeks of operation, such as condensate drainage.
Feedback from recent installation projects
Homeowners describe what the planning and installation process felt like from their side.
We had three quotes and this was the only one that measured our windows and attic. The new system is smaller than our old one and the house is more comfortable, which surprised us.
Our old boiler was replaced with a condensing unit. The crew explained the new venting, the condensate drain and the outdoor reset control. Heating is quieter and more even.
We never had central air in our 1940s house. They found a way to run ducts through closets and the attic without tearing up the plaster. Summers are completely different now.
The proposal listed everything, including the chimney liner our water heater would need after the furnace switch. No surprises on installation day.
The installers laid down floor protection all the way from the door to the basement and cleaned up every scrap. The startup readings were written on a sheet taped inside the panel.
We needed a new furnace in the middle of a cold snap. They explained how to keep the house safe for the day between the old unit coming out and the new one going in, and the schedule held.
They measured every room before quoting and explained why the old unit had been too large for the house. The new system runs longer, quieter cycles, and the upstairs finally matches the main floor.
Planning questions before new equipment goes in
What to know before you compare proposals.
How long does a typical replacement take?
A straightforward furnace or air conditioner swap usually takes one day. Projects that add new ductwork, change fuel types, relocate equipment or install a complete central air system can take several days. Your proposal will include an expected timeline.
What size system do I need?
Size should come from a load calculation that considers insulation, windows, air leakage, orientation and occupancy. Matching the old unit or using square footage alone often leads to oversizing, which hurts comfort and humidity control.
Is a higher efficiency system always worth it?
Not always. The payback depends on local energy prices, how many hours the equipment runs and whether your ducts and home can support the system. A good proposal shows the options side by side so you can weigh purchase price against operating cost.
Do I need a permit for a new furnace or air conditioner?
Most jurisdictions require a mechanical permit, and some also require electrical or gas permits. We handle the permits required for our scope of work and coordinate the inspection.
Can I keep my existing ductwork?
Often, yes, but only after it is checked. Leaks, crushed sections or undersized returns may need correction so the new equipment can move air as designed. The proposal will note any duct work that is recommended.
What happens to my old equipment?
Old equipment is removed from the property. Refrigerant is recovered by certified technicians before disposal, as federal rules require.
Do you offer financing?
Financing is available through third-party lenders, subject to credit approval. Terms depend on the lender and your application, and we can explain the available plans during the proposal visit.
How are manufacturer warranties handled?
Most manufacturers require product registration within a set period after installation to receive full parts coverage. We register eligible equipment for you and provide the confirmation along with your paperwork.
Should I replace my furnace and air conditioner at the same time?
It depends on age and condition. Replacing both together lets the indoor coil, blower and outdoor unit be matched as a rated system, which often improves efficiency and reliability. If one unit is much newer, replacing only the failed piece can be reasonable, and we will explain the compatibility considerations.
What should I look for when comparing installation proposals?
Look for a load calculation, model numbers for every major component, a clear scope that states what is included and excluded, permit responsibility, commissioning steps and warranty details. Proposals that list only a tonnage and a price leave important questions unanswered.
How long does a typical system replacement take?
Many like-for-like furnace or air conditioner replacements are completed in a single day. Projects that change fuel type, add ductwork, relocate equipment or require electrical upgrades can take longer. The proposal lists the expected timeline, and the crew lead confirms it on installation day.
What happens to my old equipment?
The crew disconnects and removes the old equipment as part of the project. Refrigerant is recovered by certified technicians as federal rules require before any outdoor unit leaves the property.
Is financing available for a new system?
Third-party financing is offered for new equipment, subject to credit approval. Terms depend on the lender and your application, and we can explain the options available when you receive your proposal.
Start with a site survey and a proposal you can actually compare
An installer will review your equipment, ductwork or piping and electrical service, then prepare written options with model numbers and flat-rate pricing.
If you already have proposals from other contractors, bring them to the visit. We are happy to explain the differences in equipment, scope and approach so you can make a well-informed choice.
Call to schedule a visit anywhere in Conway, SC.
The visit itself is a conversation, not a sales presentation. You will leave it with measurements, observations and written options you can review on your own time.
What the proposal visit covers
- A load calculation based on the construction of your home
- An inspection of ducts, piping, venting and electrical capacity
- Equipment options with honest tradeoffs explained
- A clear scope of work, timeline and permit plan
- Third-party financing information, subject to credit approval