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AC Installation Near You for New Construction, Home Additions and Homes Adding Central Air, With New Ductwork, Mini Splits and Heat Pumps
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Updated November 2026
Right Away Heating and Air handles AC installation near you when there's no system to replace: new construction, room additions, garage conversions and older homes that never had central air. We design the ductwork, size the equipment and install it start to finish.
Need AC installation in Ladson, SC? Our team works out of the William Aiken Avenue office and covers the towns around it.
Typical AC installations run $5,500-$15,000+ depending on whether ducts are needed, and single-zone ductless mini splits run $3,500-$9,600+. Every job includes a load calculation, the permit and warranty registration, with 0% financing for 12 months on approved credit. Call 843-996-8904.
- American Standard Customer Care Dealer
- SC License CLM.119013
- 20+ Years Lowcountry HVAC
- Load Calculated Installs
- 0% Financing for 12 Months
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Ladson, SC 29456
AC Installation vs AC Replacement: What's the Difference?
New System, New Design
AC installation puts cooling where there wasn't any, so it often needs new ductwork, new electrical and a new equipment location. AC replacement swaps an existing system and reuses most of what's already there.
| Job | AC Installation | AC Replacement |
|---|---|---|
| Existing system | None, or none in that space | Yes, old system removed |
| Ductwork | Designed and installed new | Reused if sound, repaired if not |
| Electrical | New circuit, disconnect and whip | Usually reused or updated |
| Typical price | $5,500-$15,000+ | $4,500-$13,500+ |
| Timeline | 2 to 4 days | 1 to 2 days |
New System, New Design Written prices, $50 off any repair and free second opinions.
Types of AC Installation Right Away Heating and Air Handles
Four Common Projects
AC installation from Right Away Heating and Air covers four common projects: new construction, room additions, homes adding central air, and rooms the main system can't reach.
New Construction AC Installation
New construction AC installation works best when we're involved before the drywall goes up, so ducts, returns and the equipment closet are planned right.
Home Additions and Garage Conversions
Home additions and garage conversions often overload the existing system. We check whether your current AC can carry the new space or whether a separate system or mini split makes more sense.
Older Homes Adding Central Air
Older homes adding central air, like some mid-century ranches, need new ducts run through the attic or crawl space, plus a new circuit and returns.
Bonus Rooms and Sunrooms
Bonus rooms over the garage and sunrooms are often the hottest rooms in the house. A ductless mini split usually cools them better than stretching the main system.
Four Common Projects Written prices, $50 off any repair and free second opinions.
How Much Does AC Installation Cost Near You?
Most Installs Run $5,500-$15,000+
AC installation near you typically costs $5,500-$9,000+ when ductwork is already in place, $9,000-$15,000+ when new ducts are needed, and $3,500-$9,600+ for a single-zone ductless mini split.
| Installation Type | Typical Lowcountry Price Range |
|---|---|
| Central AC or heat pump, ducts already in place | $5,500-$9,000+ |
| Central AC or heat pump with new ductwork | $9,000-$15,000+ |
| Ductless mini split, single zone | $3,500-$9,600+ |
| Ductless mini split, multi-zone | $4,150-$17,900+ |
| New electrical circuit and disconnect | $300-$900+ |
| Panel or subpanel upgrade, if needed | $1,000-$3,000+ |
| Mechanical permit | $150-$350+ |
Prices are typical Lowcountry ranges for planning. Your written quote is the final word.
What Drives the Price of a New AC Installation?
The price of a new AC installation depends mostly on ductwork and electrical, not just the equipment.
- How many rooms need supply ducts and returns.
- Whether the attic or crawl space is easy to work in.
- Whether your electrical panel has room for a new circuit.
- The size and efficiency of the equipment.
- Whether the home is on the coast and needs a raised stand or coated coil.
Most Installs Run $5,500-$15,000+ Written prices, $50 off any repair and free second opinions.
How We Design and Install a New AC System
Sized, Ducted, Tested
A new AC system from Right Away Heating and Air starts with a load calculation and a duct design, then gets installed, tested and commissioned before we hand you the thermostat.
- Walkthrough. We measure rooms, windows, insulation and the attic or crawl space.
- Load calculation. We figure the cooling and heating each room needs.
- Duct design. We size trunks, branches and returns for quiet, even airflow.
- Written quote. Equipment, ducts, electrical and permit, all itemized.
- Install. Equipment set, ducts run and sealed, line set brazed under nitrogen.
- Test and commission. Pressure test, deep vacuum, charge, airflow and temperature split.
- Walkthrough and registration. We show you the system and register the warranty.
Why Does Duct Design Matter on a New Install?
Duct design matters on a new install because the best AC in the world can't cool a room it can't push air into. Poor duct design shows up fast.
| Duct Problem | What You Feel |
|---|---|
| Undersized supply runs | Hot back bedrooms |
| Too few returns | Noisy vents and doors that slam |
| Unsealed joints | High bills and humid air |
| Long, kinked flex ducts | Weak airflow at the end of the run |
Sized, Ducted, Tested Written prices, $50 off any repair and free second opinions.
AC Installation Built for Lowcountry Weather
Heat, Humidity, Storms
AC installation in the Lowcountry has to handle long humid summers, hurricane winds and salt air near the coast. We build those protections into every install.
- Right-sized for humidity so the system runs long enough to dry the air.
- Secondary drain pan and float switch on attic air handlers.
- Raised stands for homes in flood zones.
- Hurricane tie-downs on outdoor units.
- Coated coils for homes near salt water.
- Dehumidifier option for tight, humid homes.
Heat, Humidity, Storms Written prices, $50 off any repair and free second opinions.
AC Installation Financing and Specials
Spread Out the Cost
AC installation financing from Right Away Heating and Air runs through Service Finance, with 0% for 12 months and payments as low as $129 a month on approved credit.
| Offer | What You Get |
|---|---|
| 0% Financing for 12 Months | No interest for a full year on approved credit |
| As Low as $129 a Month | Low monthly payments on a new system |
| Comfort Club | Two tune-ups a year to protect your new system |
Restrictions apply.
AC installation Across 20 Lowcountry Communities From Ladson
Close to Home
Our AC installation techs work out of the Ladson office, which puts them a short drive from most homes in Charleston, Berkeley and Dorchester counties.
Right Away Heating and Air in Ladson, SC
Right Away Heating and Air in Ladson, SC is where every AC installation call starts. Our techs stock the vans here each morning, a few minutes from I-26 and US-78.
Service Areas for AC installation
| County | Towns |
|---|---|
| Dorchester | Summerville |
| Berkeley | Goose Creek, Hanahan, Moncks Corner, Daniel Island |
| Charleston | North Charleston, West Ashley, Mount Pleasant, James Island, Johns Island, Sullivan's Island, Isle of Palms, Kiawah Island, Seabrook Island, Edisto Island, Awendaw, Hollywood, Ravenel, Meggett, Yonges Island |
Close to Home Written prices, $50 off any repair and free second opinions.
Frequently Asked Questions About AC Installation Near You
Straight Answers on New AC
How Much Does It Cost to Add Central Air to a House?
Adding central air to a house without ducts typically costs $9,000-$15,000+, because new ductwork and electrical are part of the job.
Can You Install AC in a House Without Ducts?
Yes. We can run new ducts through the attic or crawl space, or install ductless mini splits if ducts aren't practical.
How Long Does an AC Installation Take?
Most installs with existing ducts take 1 to 2 days. Installs with new ductwork usually take 2 to 4 days.
Do You Work With Builders?
Yes. We work with homeowners and builders on new construction and additions. Bringing us in before drywall saves time and money.
Do You Pull Permits for New Installs?
Yes. We pull the mechanical permit and schedule the inspection.
Should I Extend My Existing System to a New Addition?
Sometimes. If your current system has extra capacity, extending ducts can work. If not, a mini split or separate system keeps both spaces comfortable.
What Brand Do You Install?
We install American Standard as a Customer Care Dealer, with registered parts warranties of up to 10 years.
Do You Offer Financing on New Installs?
Yes. 0% for 12 months on approved credit through Service Finance.
Reviewed by Blake Miller, Owner, Right Away Heating and Air
Get an AC Installation Quote Near You From Right Away Heating and Air
Sized for Your Home
Right Away Heating and Air will measure your home, design the system and give you a written installation price. Call 843-996-8904.
9565 William Aiken Ave, Suite 104, Ladson, SC 29456
