Expert residential AC installation in Wisconsin & Minnesota
Our team of trusted HVAC experts is ready to help you choose the best AC system for your home. We’ve been serving Altoona and its surrounding areas since 1959! You can rely on our experience to guide you in the right direction and provide options for you to choose from.
A new AC system is a big investment. The team at Hurlburt believes you should have all the information you need to make the best choice.
We take care of all aspects of AC system installation. Whether you are looking for an entirely new system with ductwork for your new construction or are looking to replace an existing air conditioner, our team has your back.
Central AC installation in Altoona
Most homes in our area rely on central HVAC for heating and cooling. This system uses a furnace and air conditioner that work together to distribute hot and cold air through your home via ductwork.
While there is some energy loss associated with ductwork, a ducted home is one of the best ways to ensure even heating and cooling in all areas. In a ducted home, there are two main trunks of ductwork, a return and a supply. The supply “supplies” the hot and cold air to each room. The return duct brings old, stagnant air to the furnace when it is heated or cooled and then redistributed throughout your home.
Ducted homes tend to have better air circulation than homes without ductwork. It should be noted that central HVAC requires both a furnace and air conditioner to be installed. You cannot install the air conditioner without the furnace. The air conditioner uses the furnace fan to circulate air throughout your home. If you have another form of heat (like a wood stove or boiler), you will have to install an air handler instead of a central furnace to distribute the air through the ducts. However, with Wisconsin’s frigid winters, most homes are equipped with either electric or gas-fired furnaces. For homes with boiler heat (no ductwork), there are ductless options for AC that might be a better choice.
