- 3221 W Paradise Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85029
- (623) 326-1740
- Mon - Fri: 8am - 7pm | Sat: 8am - 12pm | Sun: By appointment
Quick answer: Desert Jade Air Conditioning & Heating installs new central air conditioners and heat pumps across Phoenix and the West Valley, usually in a single day. A free in-home assessment comes first, then a written quote that lists the equipment, the SEER2 rating, the warranty and every cost, including the crane for a rooftop unit. We install Trane and Carrier systems and Mitsubishi mini-splits, and financing is available through Wisetack and Hearth.
Call 623-326-1740 or request a quote online.
If you are not sure, ask for both numbers. We quote the repair and the replacement, and we tell you which one we would choose for our own house.
Every home is different, which is why we only quote after seeing the house, the ductwork and the roof. For planning, these are typical installed ranges in the Phoenix area in late 2026, equipment plus labor, permit and disposal:
| System | Typical installed range (Phoenix, late 2026) |
|---|---|
| 2 to 3 ton single-stage heat pump or AC, 14.3 SEER2 | $7,500 to $11,000 |
| 4 to 5 ton single-stage, 14.3 SEER2 | $9,000 to $14,000 |
| Two-stage or variable-speed system, 16 to 18 SEER2 | $12,000 to $20,000 |
| Rooftop crane set, where required | $300 to $700 added |
| Ductwork repair or replacement, if needed | $1,500 to $6,000 added |
Your written quote is the price you pay; there are no add-ons on installation day.
We run a Manual J load calculation on the house: square footage, orientation, insulation, window glass, ceiling height and duct condition. A unit that is too big short-cycles and leaves the house humid; a unit that is too small never catches up on a 115-degree afternoon. The old unit's size is a starting point, not the answer, because many Phoenix homes were under- or over-sized when they were built.
New systems in Arizona must meet the Southwest minimum of 14.3 SEER2 for most split systems (U.S. Department of Energy standard in force since 2023). Going from 14.3 to 16 or 18 SEER2 costs more up front and pays back through lower APS or SRP bills; we show you the math for your usage rather than pushing the highest number.
Single-stage units run at full power or not at all. Two-stage and variable-speed units run longer at lower power, hold temperature within a degree, pull more humidity during monsoon season and are quieter. For a home you plan to keep ten years, variable speed is usually worth it; for a rental or a short hold, single-stage is the sensible buy.
Many Phoenix homes use a heat pump, which cools in summer and heats in winter with the same equipment. With our mild winters a heat pump heats efficiently and avoids a gas line; we install gas furnaces where the home already has gas and the owner prefers it.
Many Valley homes carry a packaged unit on the roof. We replace like for like unless there is a good reason to change, and we schedule the crane as part of the job.
Since 2025, new residential equipment has used lower-impact refrigerants such as R-454B or R-32 instead of R-410A (U.S. EPA refrigerant transition). Every Trane, Carrier and Mitsubishi system we install uses R-454B. A new R-454B or R-32 outdoor unit cannot be paired with an older R-410A indoor coil, so a replacement means a matched system; we explain this before you decide on a repair of an older unit.
We inspect and test the ducts on every assessment. Leaky or undersized ducts waste 20 to 30 percent of a new system's cooling (ENERGY STAR's estimate of duct losses in a typical home), so sometimes the best upgrade is sealing or resizing ducts, not a bigger unit.
| Brand | Where it fits | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Carrier | Mid-range to premium | Single-stage to variable-speed systems, including packaged rooftop units; R-454B refrigerant; 10-year equipment warranty when registered |
| Mitsubishi | Ductless mini-splits | For additions, garages, casitas and rooms the central system cannot reach; R-454B refrigerant |
| Trane | Premium | Known for compressor durability; widely serviced in Arizona; R-454B refrigerant |
We recommend by budget, roof or ground placement, and how long you plan to stay, not by what is on the truck. See our brands page for details.
Will measures the house, inspects the ducts and the electrical, and sends a written quote with options, usually within 24 hours.
We pull the City of Phoenix (or your city's) mechanical permit and book the crane for rooftop units.
The old unit is disconnected, the refrigerant is recovered legally, and the equipment is hauled away.
New unit set, line set and electrical connected, drain run, duct connections sealed.
Vacuum to 500 microns, refrigerant charged by weight, airflow and static pressure measured, temperature split verified.
Thermostat programmed, filter location shown, warranty registered in your name, inspection scheduled.
Most replacements take four to eight hours. New ductwork or a change from split to packaged adds a day.
Every system we install carries the manufacturer’s parts warranty (typically 10 years when registered, which we do for you) and Desert Jade’s labor warranty of 2 to 5 years, depending on the system. Keep the system on an annual tune-up and maintenance plan to protect the manufacturer’s warranty; many ask for proof of maintenance before covering a major part.
From our shop in North Phoenix (85029) we install across Phoenix, Glendale, Peoria, Sun City, Sun City West, Surprise, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley, Cave Creek and Anthem. Rooftop, side-yard and attic installations all included.
Most replacements in Phoenix take four to eight hours and are finished the same day, including rooftop packaged units set by crane. Adding or replacing ductwork, or changing from a split system to a packaged unit, usually adds one more day.
Yes. The City of Phoenix and the surrounding cities require a mechanical permit for a replacement, followed by an inspection. We pull the permit, include the fee in the quote and schedule the inspection, so you do not have to.
For most Phoenix homes a heat pump is the better choice: it cools in summer, heats efficiently through our mild winters and avoids a gas line. If your home already has gas and you prefer furnace heat, we install matched AC and furnace systems too.
The legal minimum for most new split systems in Arizona is 14.3 SEER2. For a home you will keep ten years, 16 to 18 SEER2 usually pays back through lower summer bills; we show you the estimated payback for your usage before you choose.
We do not recommend it. New outdoor units use R-454B or R-32 refrigerant and cannot be paired with an older R-410A indoor coil, and a mismatched system loses efficiency and often its warranty. A replacement means a matched outdoor unit and indoor coil or air handler.
With annual maintenance, 12 to 15 years is typical in the Phoenix climate, against 15 to 20 in milder parts of the country. Run time, roof placement and dust are the main reasons; our article on AC lifespan in Arizona covers what shortens or extends it.
A free in-home assessment, a clear quote and an installation done right the first time. Call or text 623-326-1740, or request a quote online and we will call you back.