Need residential AC installation near the Mill Avenue District? Arizona Refrigeration Service Inc. brings 44 years of expertise to Tempe homeowners. Our shop on 1st St is just 5 minutes from ASU and 3 miles from Kiwanis Park, so fast service across Downtown Tempe, South Tempe and Tempe Marketplace is guaranteed. Discover why locals call us the logical choice for cool comfort.
Since 1982, Arizona Refrigeration Service Inc. has replaced thousands of aging units in Tempe’s varied housing – from 1950s ranch homes in South Tempe to modern apartments overlooking Tempe Town Lake. Our licensed, bonded and insured technicians size your new system precisely, ensuring efficient cooling during 110°F summers. We never up-sell, because as an independent, non-private equity company our only investor is you. Expect transparent quotes, evening or weekend installs at no extra charge and workmanship backed by BBB A+ integrity.
Replacing an outdated air conditioner is more than swapping metal boxes. Our proven five-step process ensures you get the right capacity, the right efficiency and the right price.
You can add a preventive AC maintenance plan to lock in efficiency and 15% repair discounts. Should the unexpected happen, our local team also provides 24-hour emergency AC repair from our Tempe base, no outsourced call centers, just neighbors helping neighbors.
Because every installation is permitted and inspected by the City of Tempe, you gain peace of mind that your new system meets current code and is safe for your family.
Living and working in Tempe means we understand the micro-climates that punish air conditioners east of ASU differently than homes near Kiwanis Park. Our technicians arrive in fully stocked vans from our office off Rio Salado Parkway, so if a hidden duct issue or breaker problem appears during installation we can resolve it without a parts run.
We also know the Tempe permitting office, SRP rebate programs and HOA requirements in communities like Royal Palms. We pull permits, process rebates and provide HOA submittal packets for you, saving hours of paperwork.
Because our reputation relies on word of mouth, every installation is followed up with a courtesy call and a free first-year tune-up. It’s the hometown service big franchise competitors simply can’t match.
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Most standard replacements require only one workday. Our team arrives at 6 AM, removes the old equipment, installs the new condenser, coil and thermostat, presses the system under vacuum, charges refrigerant and performs airflow balancing. By 3 PM your family is enjoying cool air again. Larger or custom jobs may extend to a second day, but 90 percent of Tempe installs finish before dinner even when city inspections are required by code.
As an independent contractor we evaluate multiple leading manufacturers each year and recommend models that meet your budget and efficiency goals. Favorites include variable-speed heat pumps from Trane and Lennox plus budget-friendly options from Goodman. All units we install carry at least a 14.3 SEER2 rating to handle persistent triple-digit temperatures. We present several choices during the estimate so you select the ideal balance of comfort and cost for sustainability.
Yes, the City of Tempe requires a mechanical permit for residential AC replacements to ensure safety and code compliance. Rest easy—our staff completes the application, pays the fee and schedules the inspection on your behalf. We post the permit on installation day and meet the inspector when they arrive. Because we work with the permitting office weekly, approvals are quick, preventing delays and protecting your home warranty during equipment lifespan.
Replacing a 10-SEER air conditioner with a 16-SEER2 variable-speed heat pump can reduce cooling energy use by roughly 40 percent under Tempe’s extreme load. For the average 2,000-square-foot home paying $300 monthly in peak summer, that’s a $1,000-plus yearly reduction. Add programmable thermostats and sealed ductwork, and savings climb higher. We provide a customized cost-of-ownership report during your estimate so you understand the exact payback timeline before signing the contract.
Change your return-air filter every 30–60 days, keep the outdoor condenser free of leaves, rinse coils gently each spring and maintain two feet of clearance around the unit. Just as important, schedule a professional tune-up twice yearly—Arizona Refrigeration Service Inc. offers discounted plans that satisfy manufacturer requirements. Documented maintenance protects your parts warranty and alerts technicians to small issues before they escalate into costly summertime breakdowns in the Valley’s climate.
