Professional HVAC Replacement Services for Home & Business Owners in Sterling, Alexandria and throughout Northern Virginia

An HVAC unit is an intricate system made up of many different components. To ensure that every aspect of the heating and cooling system is properly connected and will perform optimally, it needs to be installed correctly. The HVAC installation and replacement services that Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air Inc. offers are second to none. With locations in Sterling, Alexandria, and Gainesville and serving all of Northern Virginia, our HVAC technicians are carefully trained and highly experienced so that they can perform a seamless HVAC installation at your home or business.

When you start to notice relentlessly increasing energy bills, major swings in indoor temperatures or issues with your HVAC, it’s time to call for heating and cooling repair. Sometimes, the issue you have isn’t repairable. On average, an HVAC system lasts about 15 years. Depending on the age of other systems in your home, and how often you get your HVAC maintenance, this number could be higher or lower. Regardless, there will come a day when your HVAC system just needs to be replaced. While that isn’t always a happy day, heating and air conditioning is something you can’t live without. What you can do is make the best decision and hire an HVAC company to install a new unit. The best HVAC company will not only have the technological know-how, but give you insights into the best replacement unit you can buy. Depending on the size and layout of your home, you’ll have a few options for HVAC replacements. The HVAC team at Cardinal recognizes that every home is unique. With us, or with any HVAC company, you should always get an in-person estimate before ordering a new HVAC system. There are too many variables in play to order something this expensive sight-unseen. Your previous unit needs to be inspected, as does your home, before you get a full estimate for replacing your HVAC. Then, and only then, you can work with a company to get the best price for a new air conditioner or heater and schedule a new AC installation.

HVAC units last for 12–15 years on average, while a well-maintained unit can provide up to 20 years of climate control. Even with diligent maintenance, however, if you remain in the same space for a significant amount of time, an HVAC replacement is inevitable.

The Cardinal heating and air experts have years of industry experience and ongoing training that help make our team your go-to resource for HVAC replacement. From selecting a new unit to performing professional HVAC installation and maintenance, you can rely on Cardinal Plumbing, Heating & Air to get it done right.

Our team members can assess your home, budget and lifestyle and make recommendations to suit your needs. An HVAC replacement is an excellent investment in your home and the comfort of your family — humans and pets alike. That’s why the team at Cardinal is proud to offer flexible financing options, lifetime HVAC installation warranties and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all our workmanship. That means our job isn’t done until you’re completely happy with our work.

Our community members in Sterling, Alexandria, Gainesville and the surrounding Northern Virginia areas are always welcome to take average of our special offers or to contact us with questions about our HVAC replacement services.

Selecting a new unit for your home comes with several considerations the average homeowner may not be aware of. One such factor is proper HVAC sizing. Installing a unit that is either too big or too small for your space and your needs can be detrimental. When a new unit is too small, it will struggle to keep up with cooling demands, and may never reach the desired temperature you set on your thermostat. This additional strain will cause unnecessary wear and tear, leading to frequent repairs and premature system breakdowns. Conversely, a unit that is too big for the space it’s in will be subject to short-cycling.

Short-cycling is a condition where a unit reaches the desired temperature before it can finish it’s cooling or heating cycle. This may seem like a good thing at first, but it ultimately keeps your unit running in its initial start-up phase, which requires more energy. A short-cycling HVAC unit shuts off before it reaches its optimal performance phase, only to start up again soon after, repeating the cycle. This process leads to higher utility costs over time, and with so much additional strain on your system, it can greatly decrease the unit’s lifespan. A pro technician from the Cardinal heating and air team can evaluate your home and calculate the perfect unit size to ensure you’re getting the best value for your money.

Aside from HVAC sizing considerations, your lifestyle, climate and future plans all play a role in selecting a new unit. Those who plan on selling a property in the near future may want to hold off on installing a brand new unit, while those planning on moving just a few years down the line can enjoy the many benefits of a new system while increasing their home’s value.

Another major consideration when it comes to HVAC replacement comes in the form of a unit’s ease of maintenance. Clients who plan on aging-in-place or who require easy access to a unit to perform regular maintenance tasks, such as replacing air filters, may benefit more from certain types of units than others. Our skilled technicians take all of these factors into consideration as they assist homeowners with HVAC replacement.

Cardinal Plumbing, Heating & Air is a full-service HVAC and plumbing company serving Sterling, Alexandria, Gainesville and the surrounding Northern Virginia areas. We specialize in HVAC services in residential, commercial and industrial settings, and we can assist with every step of the climate control process.

Whether you need help with diagnosis, selecting a new unit, professional installation, HVAC repairs or annual HVAC maintenance, our qualified technicians are ready to help. The Cardinal heating and air team is proud to offer same-day service, as well as emergency HVAC repairs seven days a week. Whether you’re a homeowner or a business owner, we know quality climate control is essential.

Reach out to Cardinal with questions about HVAC replacement or to get started today.