Air conditioning installation and replacement
AC Installation & Replacement in Scottsboro & Huntsville, AL
Prime Time replaces central air conditioners and heat pumps across Scottsboro, Huntsville and North Alabama, sized from a load calculation and usually installed in one day. Your quote shows the total, the monthly payment, and the rebates that lower it.
- Licensed & insured · AL HVAC Lic #22163 · AL Electrical Lic #08682
- 24/7 emergency service
- Upfront written pricing
- 4.7★ on Google · 38+ reviews
What a new AC costs in North Alabama
New AC systems start at $5,999.99 installed. Your written quote is an exact number for your home, with the monthly payment and any rebates beside it.
| Item | Price | Note |
|---|---|---|
| New AC system, installed | Starting at $5,999.99 | Exact price for your home on a written quote, before rebates |
What moves the price
- Tonnage from the load calculation
- Efficiency rating (SEER2) and single-stage vs variable-speed
- Whether the indoor coil or air handler is replaced too
- Ductwork and electrical corrections
- Brand and warranty tier
- Rebates in effect at the time of install
Financing with approved credit is offered on every replacement quote.
Signs it is time to replace your AC
- System is 12 or more years old and facing a compressor or coil repair
- Uses R-22 refrigerant
- Repairs two summers in a row
- Runs all afternoon and never reaches the set temperature
- Humidity in the house even when it is cooling
- Summer power bills rising year over year
How a visit goes
Evaluation and load calculation
We measure the home, inspect ductwork and the electrical service, and size the system properly. Oversizing is the most common installation mistake in Alabama.
Two or three real options
A standard-efficiency system, a high-efficiency option with rebates, and a heat pump if you want one system for both seasons. Each with total price and monthly payment.
One-day installation
Old equipment out, new system in, line set flushed or replaced, refrigerant charged by weight and verified by superheat and subcooling, electrical checked by our licensed electricians.
Startup and registration
We commission the system, show you the thermostat, register the warranty, and file rebate forms with you.
What we handle
- Central AC condenser and coil replacement
- Full system replacement (condenser, coil, air handler or furnace)
- Heat pump systems that cool and heat
- Ductless mini-split systems for additions and garages
- Line set and drain replacement
- Electrical disconnect, breaker and circuit upgrades
- Smart thermostat setup
- Permit, inspection and manufacturer warranty registration
WHY PRIME TIME
BUILT ON TRUST,
BACKED BY RESULTS
We're not a call center or a national franchise. We're your neighbors — and we treat every job like it's our own home.
LICENSED & INSURED
Fully licensed with the state of Alabama for both HVAC and electrical work.
SAME-DAY SERVICE
We answer the phone and send a tech — often the same day you call.
UPFRONT PRICING
No hidden fees. You'll know the price before we start any work.
SATISFACTION GUARANTEE
If you're not happy, we come back and make it right. Period.
LOCALLY OWNED
Born and raised in North Alabama. Your money stays in the community.
WARRANTY ON WORK
All labor comes with a 1-year warranty. Parts warranties vary by manufacturer.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
WHAT NEIGHBORS SAY
4.7 stars across 38 Google reviews.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Questions we hear every week
What is the $5,000 rule for HVAC?
Multiply the system's age by the repair cost. Under $5,000, the repair usually makes sense; over $5,000, replacement usually does. We give you both numbers so the rule is a guide, not a sales tactic.
How much does HVAC replacement cost in Alabama?
Our installed systems start at $5,999.99. Efficiency, tonnage, ductwork and electrical work move the number from there, and your written quote shows the exact price before any work. High-efficiency systems cost more up front and less every month.
How long does an AC installation take?
Most replacements are done in one working day. Ductwork or panel upgrades can add a day.
Is a high-efficiency system worth it here?
With cooling running from April into October, usually yes. A variable-speed 16+ SEER2 system controls humidity better and cuts summer bills, and rebates narrow the price gap. We show the payback on the quote.
Do you replace just the outdoor unit?
Sometimes, if the indoor coil matches and is in good shape. Mismatched coils void warranties and waste efficiency, so we check before quoting a partial replacement.
Which brands do you install?
We install Daikin equipment. Your written quote names the exact model and the warranty you are buying, so you can compare it line by line.
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