Plan the installation before choosing equipment

Describe the property and project

Tell us whether the project involves an existing home, an addition, or a space without a current cooling system. Share access restrictions and any known building or association requirements.

Discuss distribution and placement

Equipment location, duct layout, airflow, controls, and electrical requirements affect the project. Ask what existing components can be used and which need evaluation or changes.

Review sizing and efficiency together

Ask for the basis of the proposed capacity and the efficiency rating of the equipment combination. Installation details and system fit matter alongside the rating on the proposal.

Questions to resolve before installation day

Get a written scope identifying equipment, labor, site preparation, any permit responsibilities, cleanup, and commissioning. Confirm who completes the work, who answers follow-up questions, and what documentation you receive at handover. If you are replacing existing equipment, review our AC replacement page too.

Contact Veldaro Climate to discuss your property and the next step.

Homeowner resource: U.S. Department of Energy guidance on central air conditioning.

Turn the installation plan into a clear scope.

For a new cooling system or an added space

Describe how the space is used, any existing cooling equipment, and whether the project is part of other building work. Share plans or known property constraints when available. Ask how the proposed system and distribution approach fit the particular space.

Questions about equipment and placement

• What exact equipment combination and controls are proposed?
• How was capacity determined for this property?
• Where will equipment be located, and what access is needed for service?
• Which existing ducts, connections, or other components will be reused?
• What related electrical, drainage, or duct work is included?

Responsibilities before the work starts

Confirm the business responsible for the installation and follow-up, any applicable permit and inspection responsibilities, the proposed schedule, and how additional work will be priced and approved. Identify site-preparation tasks and access requirements in advance.

What to ask at handover

Request an explanation of the controls and recommended care, equipment identification, warranty documents, registration responsibilities, and the checks completed at startup. Keep the final scope and invoice with the system’s service records.

Compare an installation proposal carefully

Our AC replacement estimate comparison guide is written for replacement projects, but its equipment, scope, exclusions, and warranty checklist is also useful when reviewing a new installation. Confirm the tasks specific to your project rather than assuming every replacement item applies.

If an existing system is being removed, see AC replacement. If you are deciding whether a current system needs replacing at all, use the AC repair versus replacement guide. Once the system is installed, discuss ongoing AC maintenance.