7 AC Installation Contractors in Daly City, CA

2.4 avg rating
139 total reviews
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Top-Rated AC Installation Contractors in Daly City

#1

Oasis Plumber's Daly City

4.9(71 reviews)

All 71 reviews award 5 stars, with customers consistently praising punctuality, professional communication, and effective repairs. Multiple reviewers mention…

2488 Junipero Serra Blvd, Daly City, CA 94015
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#2

fuse service

4.8(60 reviews)

All 60 reviews collectively award Fuse Service a 4.8-star rating, with multiple customers specifically naming technicians Dean and Adam for their…

80 Hill St, Daly City, CA 94014
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#3

HVAC Expert: Heating & Air Conditioning

4.3(6 reviews)

Four of five positive reviews mention transparent pricing and no upselling, while the single one-star review describes a prolonged diagnostic dispute.…

2975 Junipero Serra Blvd, Daly City, CA 94014
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All AC Installation Contractors (7 total)

State Sheet Metal Works Inc

3.0(2)

One reviewer awarded 5 stars for accurate quoting, quality installation work, and timely completion of a…

6084 Mission St, Daly City, CA 94014
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Ok Heating & Air Conditioning

0.0

This contractor currently has no reviews in the directory. Prospective clients will be among the first to…

64 Westpark Dr, Daly City, CA 94015
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Smart Breeze Technicians

0.0
17 Theta Ave, Daly City, CA 94014

MDB Same Day HVAC Inc

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235 Westlake Center, Daly City, CA 94015
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AC Installation Costs in Daly City

New central AC installation costs in Daly City, by system type and brand.

ServiceLowAverageHigh
Window unit
$138$322$644
Ductless mini-split (single zone)
$1,840$4,140$7,360
Central AC replacement (existing ducts)
$3,220$5,980$11,040
Central AC new install (with ductwork)
$6,440$11,040$18,400
Carrier (residential)
$3,496$5,704$9,660
Trane (residential)
$4,600$8,096$12,512
Lennox (residential)
$3,220$5,980$11,040
Rheem (residential)
$2,944$5,060$8,280

Prices reflect Pacific coast metro averages compiled from published industry cost guides, contractor surveys, and regional labor data. Last updated: April 2026.

AC Installation in Daly City, CA: What to Expect

In Daly City, the marine layer keeps summer temperatures around 68 F, creating one of California's lowest cooling demands. Most homeowners focus on heating and ventilation rather than air conditioning, yet the occasional heat wave and modern preferences for climate control still drive steady interest in AC Installation in Daly City. Seven contractors serve this suburb of San Francisco, and their collective performance sits at a modest 2.4-star average based on 139 reviews.

When Daly City residents do pursue air conditioning, costs reflect the equipment type and installation complexity. A window unit runs $138 to $644, while a ductless mini-split system for a single zone ranges from $1,840 to $7,360. Central AC replacement using existing ducts runs $3,220 to $11,040, and California law requires every contractor to hold a C-20 Warm-Air Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning Contractor license from the CSLB before touching any system.

Customer feedback reveals what separates the better options from the rest. Technicians Dean and Adam at Fuse Service earn repeated mentions for professionalism on involved installations, and Oasis Plumber's Daly City achieves perfect ratings with customers highlighting punctuality and clear communication. Reviewers consistently praise transparent pricing and same-day service when available, suggesting that responsiveness and honest estimates matter most to local homeowners.

Frequently Asked Questions

New AC installation in Daly City costs $138-$18,400 depending on system type. Window units run $150-$700, ductless mini-splits $2,000-$8,000 per zone, central AC replacement with existing ducts $3,500-$12,000, and full new installs with ductwork $7,000-$20,000. SEER rating, tonnage, and brand significantly affect pricing.