AC Replacement in Wheaton, IL
Free estimates for a new air conditioner in Wheaton, IL. As of October 2026, central air with the matching coil costs $5,000 to $9,000 installed.
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Get a Free New AC Estimate in Wheaton
Free in-home replacement estimates from a Lennox Premier Dealer.
- Good, Better and Best options with upfront pricing
- ComEd rebates applied where you qualify
- Financing available, including 0% APR on select Lennox systems during Lennox promotions
- Sized with a load calculation, installed and permitted
Repair Instead of Replace?
If your air conditioner may be worth fixing, our Wheaton AC repair team starts with a $75 diagnostic.
- $75 diagnostic ($99 evenings, weekends & holidays)
- 24/7 emergency service, with same-day appointments available
- Trucks stocked with common AC parts like capacitors and contactors, so most repairs are done in one visit
- Upfront, flat-rate pricing before any work starts
Choosing a New Air Conditioner for a Wheaton Home
Many Wheaton air conditioners are 15 to 25 years old, and some still run on R-22, which is no longer produced. In the 1970s and 1980s two-story colonials and split-levels, the upstairs often runs several degrees warmer than the main floor. The original ductwork and small returns are usually the cause, and an oversized system makes it worse by cooling the main floor fast and shutting off before the upstairs catches up. When we replace an AC here, we size it from a load calculation, match the coil to the furnace, and look at return air, balancing or zoning for the upper floor. We also check condenser placement and access so the new unit has room to breathe and is easy to service.
AC Installation in Wheaton: How It Works
It starts with a free visit to your Wheaton home. We measure the house and ductwork, check the electrical service and condenser location and run a load calculation, then give you written Good, Better and Best Lennox options with rebates and financing. On install day, our own crew recovers the old refrigerant, sets the new condenser and matching indoor coil, replaces or flushes the refrigerant lines as needed, pulls a deep vacuum and charges the system by measurement. We check airflow and temperature split before we leave and register the warranty.
Repair or Replace Your Wheaton Air Conditioner?
Most central air conditioners last 12 to 17 years here. Replacement usually makes more sense when the compressor or coil fails on an older unit, the system still uses R-22 refrigerant, or repairs keep coming back. If your Wheaton AC is younger and the problem is a capacitor, contactor or fan motor, a repair is often the better value, and our Wheaton AC repair team can diagnose it for $75.
Cooling Services in Wheaton
Related services for Wheaton homeowners.
New AC Cost in Wheaton
As of October 2026, a new air conditioner from Pure Comfort costs $5,000 to $9,000 installed in Wheaton, including the matching indoor coil. Right-sized tonnage, coil matching and return air or zoning work for warm upstairs rooms in two-story homes drive most AC prices in Wheaton. Replacing the AC and furnace together costs $8,000 to $19,000. Every estimate is free and in writing, with rebates and financing shown before you decide.
| Item | Typical price | What changes it |
|---|---|---|
| Free in-home estimate | $0 | Load calculation and written Good, Better and Best options |
| New AC with matching coil, installed | $5,000 to $9,000 | Tonnage, efficiency, single-stage versus two-stage or variable-capacity, line set and electrical |
| AC and furnace together | $8,000 to $19,000 | Matched Lennox system with shared labor |
| Heat pump instead of AC | ComEd rebates may apply | Qualifying ducted heat pumps that also heat in spring and fall |
| Install time | Usually 1 day | Zoning or an added ductless head can add a day |
| Permit and inspection | Arranged where required | Who files depends on the Village of Wheaton |
| Financing | 0% APR on select Lennox systems | During Lennox promotions; longer terms with interest on projects over $2,000 |
Where a permit is required, we confirm the City of Wheaton’s current requirements and pull the permit, or help you file it in towns where the homeowner applies, then schedule any required inspection.
Why Wheaton Homeowners Choose Pure Comfort
Pure Comfort focuses on clear answers, sound system design and work that holds up after the service truck leaves.
Local and family-owned
Founded in Streamwood in 2008 and still owned and operated by the family who started it.
In-house technicians
Service and installation completed by our own crews, never subcontracted to another company.
Certified and insured
NATE and EPA Section 608 certified, fully licensed and insured for the work we carry out.
Lennox Premier Dealer
Premier Dealer standing, with service and repair covering all major HVAC makes and models.
Not Sure Whether to Repair or Replace?
We will assess the system, explain what we find and help you compare the realistic options for your Wheaton home.
Feedback From Homeowners We Serve
Choosing an HVAC company means trusting the people who enter your home and the work they leave behind. Read recent customer feedback about Pure Comfort’s communication, care and workmanship.
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What Wheaton homeowners say
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AC Replacement Near Wheaton
Pure Comfort installs new air conditioners throughout Wheaton (60187, 60189) and the towns around it, including AC replacement in Glen Ellyn, AC replacement in Carol Stream and AC replacement in West Chicago. Our shop is in Streamwood, about 30 minutes away, and our own crews handle every install.
Not on the list? We cover much of the northwest suburbs, so call and we will confirm your address in a minute.
Wheaton AC Replacement FAQs
How much does a new AC cost in Wheaton?
As of October 2026, a new air conditioner from Pure Comfort costs $5,000 to $9,000 installed in Wheaton, including the matching indoor coil. Right-sized tonnage, coil matching and return air or zoning work for warm upstairs rooms in two-story homes drive most AC prices in Wheaton. Replacing the AC and furnace together costs $8,000 to $19,000, and ComEd rebates can apply if you choose a qualifying heat pump instead.
How do I get a free AC replacement estimate or quote in Wheaton?
Call (708) 515-4822 or book online. We visit your Wheaton home, measure the house and ductwork, run a load calculation and give you written Good, Better and Best options with rebates and financing. The estimate is free, and there is no pressure to decide on the spot.
Do I need a permit to replace an air conditioner in Wheaton?
Where a permit is required, we confirm the City of Wheaton’s current requirements and pull the permit, or help you file it in towns where the homeowner applies, then schedule any required inspection.
Is a two-stage or variable-speed AC worth it in Wheaton?
For Wheaton’s two-story colonials and split-levels, a two-stage AC with a variable-speed blower runs longer at low speed, which helps cool upstairs bedrooms and remove humidity. It works best paired with return air improvements.
How long does AC replacement take?
Most air conditioner replacements in Wheaton take one day, including the new condenser, matching indoor coil, refrigerant lines when needed and startup testing. Adding zoning or a ductless head upstairs can add a day.
Is there an AC installation company near me in Wheaton?
Yes. Pure Comfort is based in Streamwood, about 30 minutes from Wheaton, and installs air conditioners across 60187 and 60189. We are a Lennox Premier Dealer with NATE-certified technicians, and our own crews do every install.
Should I replace my furnace and AC at the same time in Wheaton?
If both are about 15 years old or older, replacing them together usually saves on labor and lets us match the new furnace blower to the new AC coil for better efficiency. A furnace and AC replaced together typically runs $8,000 to $19,000 installed. If one system is much newer, we can replace only the one that needs it.
Schedule a Free AC Estimate in Wheaton
Get a careful diagnosis, straightforward options and help from a local HVAC company that stands behind its work.
- You get a scheduled window and the technician's name
- We diagnose and price the work before anything starts
- Replacement estimates are free, with no obligation
Call rather than using the form: (708) 515-4822. Forms are checked during business hours, so a phone call gets you a faster answer.