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Paradise Valley AC Replacementby AC Rebel (602) 635-4600Paradise Valley’s AC replacement specialists
Your next AC, priced for your Paradise Valley home.
AC replacement is all we do, so you get a lower price, a faster install and a crew that does this every single day. See your real installed price and buy your new AC online today, with no salesman at your kitchen table.
By AC Rebel · Most installations within 48 hours · 10 year parts · 2 year labor
AC Rebel LLC · Licensed Arizona contractor · ROC 368646
3 ton split heat pump, installed
Single-stage$6,995
Two-stage$9,595
Variable-speed$11,495
Max efficiency$14,095
The quick answer
How much does AC replacement cost in Paradise Valley, AZ?
A 3 ton split heat pump is $6,995 installed for single-stage, $9,595 for two-stage, $11,495 for variable-speed and $14,095 for max efficiency. Each price includes the outdoor unit, the matched air handler, a new thermostat, installation and haul away. A two-story home with two systems prices each one separately. Dealer quotes in Paradise Valley for comparable equipment usually land between $12,000 and $16,000.
Prices from our live catalog · Updated October 2026
| Installed price, 3 ton | $6,995 to $14,095 |
|---|---|
| Electric utility | APS (SRP only in the southwest corner) |
| Typical system size | 3 to 5 tons |
| Typical system age at replacement | Varies by neighborhood; see the guide below |
| Installation time | 6 to 8 hours per system |
| When it happens | Most installations within 48 hours of your order |
| Coverage | 10 yr parts · 2 yr labor · 1 yr free maintenance |
Buy online today
Real installed prices. Order your new AC in minutes.
Answer a few questions about your system, compare single-stage, two-stage, variable-speed and max efficiency side by side, and order online whenever you’re ready. Your price includes the equipment, installation and haul away, so what you see is what you pay.
- No more wasted afternoonsSkip waiting around for an estimate appointment. Your real installed price takes a few minutes, whenever it suits you.
- No salesman in your living roomNobody walks your house to size you up. You see every option and price on your own screen.
- No high-pressure “sign today” dealsYour price doesn’t expire the moment someone leaves. Compare it, sleep on it, call us with questions.
- The price you see is the price you payEquipment, installation, thermostat and haul away are all in it. Anything your home needs beyond a standard install is priced before you pay.
Rebelagainst the markup
A specialist, not a middleman. You keep the difference.
Thousands less for the same equipment
Fewer hands between the factory and your home means less markup in your price. No showroom, no commissioned salesperson, no dealer margin, so you keep the $3,000+ a traditional quote adds.
Your price, without the sales pitch
Your full installed price is right here online. No in-home pitch, no pressure, and no number that changes once the truck shows up.
A top-rated crew, picked for you
We hand-pick licensed, insured local crews rated 4.5 stars or better, so you get a great installer without doing the research. One phone number covers you before and after.
A traditional Paradise Valley HVAC quote
- Manufacturer
- Distributor
- Dealer showroom
- Commissioned salesperson
- Your home
Usually $12,000 to $16,000 for one system
AC Rebel
- Manufacturer
- Distributor
- AC Rebel online price
- Your home
From $6,995 installed for 3 tons
Built for how Paradise Valley homes are built.
5,121sq ft median
Big homes, several systems
The median Paradise Valley home has 5,121 sq ft on about an acre, so many run more than one system.
57%before 1990
Many homes have replaced systems before
57% of homes were built before 1990. If the system you have now is 15+ years old, it’s due.
APSmostly
APS serves nearly the whole town
SRP serves only the southwest corner, so most homes have no utility rebate.
- 5,121Square feet in the typical Paradise Valley home
- 1.03Acres on the typical lot
- 57%Of homes built before 1990
- 111Days a year at 100°F or hotter*
Sources: U.S. Census ACS 2020–2024; Maricopa County Assessor; *National Weather Service, Phoenix Sky Harbor, 1991–2020 normals.
Paradise Valley neighborhood AC guide
When your neighborhood was built tells you where your AC stands.
Build years and home sizes come from Maricopa County Assessor records for each community. Here’s what they mean for the AC in your home.
Mummy Mountain
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1961–2021
- Typical home
- 5,898 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Homes here range from 1961 to 2021. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
Homes span 1961 to 2021, and one in four has 8,000+ sq ft of living space (Maricopa County Assessor).
Camelback Country Club Estates
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1974–2004
- Typical home
- 5,064 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Homes here range from 1974 to 2004. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
100 of its 144 homes were built in the 1970s (Maricopa County Assessor).
Clearwater Hills
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1960–2019
- Typical home
- 4,892 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Homes here range from 1960 to 2019. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
171 of its 180 homes are in unincorporated Maricopa County, not the Town, despite Paradise Valley addresses (Maricopa County Assessor).
Cheney Estates / Cheney Ranch
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 1990–1999
- Typical home
- 4,972 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Original systems here would be 27 to 36 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Paradise Valley AC typically lasts.
103 of 128 homes were built in the 1990s (Maricopa County Assessor).
Finisterre
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1979–2021
- Typical home
- 6,844 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Homes here range from 1979 to 2021. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
89% of homes have 5,000+ sq ft of living space (Maricopa County Assessor).
Camelback Country Estates
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 1981–1996
- Typical home
- 5,318 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Original systems here would be 30 to 45 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Paradise Valley AC typically lasts.
120 of 200 homes were built in the 1980s (Maricopa County Assessor).
Mockingbird Lane area
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1971–2020
- Typical home
- 5,313 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Homes here range from 1971 to 2020. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
66 homes date to the 1970s and 41 were built since 2010 (Maricopa County Assessor).
Paradise Hills
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1958–2015
- Typical home
- 4,741 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Homes here range from 1958 to 2015. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
64 of its 149 homes were built in the 1950s and 1960s (Maricopa County Assessor).
Mountain Shadows
Mostly newer- Most homes built
- 2015–2021
- Typical home
- 3,806 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Most original systems here still have years left.
Its 52 newer resort-community homes sit on lots of about 9,000 sq ft, far smaller than the town's typical acre (Maricopa County Assessor).
Ritz-Carlton Residences
Mostly newer- Most homes built
- 2019–2022
- Typical home
- 4,183 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Most original systems here still have years left.
Town Ordinance 694 requires all mechanical equipment to be screened from view and meet Town noise limits.
Colonia Miramonte
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1967–2015
- Typical home
- 3,234 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85253
Homes here range from 1967 to 2015. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
55 of its 80 homes were built in the 1960s (Maricopa County Assessor).
Build years are the middle 80% of homes in each community; sizes are median living area. Sources: Maricopa County Assessor parcel records; community association and city sources.
SRP or APS?
Get the most from whichever utility you have.
Cash back with SRP Cool Cash
SRP pays $75 per ton on a single stage system, $150 on two stage and $225 on variable speed, for systems rated 15.2 SEER2 or higher. On a 3 ton variable-speed system that’s $675 back. We handle the paperwork.
On an APS time-of-use plan
APS charges its on-peak price from 4 to 7 p.m. on weekdays. A two stage or variable speed system runs gentler through those hours, so two-stage and inverter systems keep paying you back on your summer bills.
On APS? The savings are built in
APS discontinued its AC rebate on January 1, 2026, so there’s no rebate to wait for. Our published installed price is already thousands below a typical dealer quote, and APS Cool Rewards can still pay you for a smart thermostat.
Paradise Valley homes we see every week
Whatever your Paradise Valley home has, you’re covered.
A large home with more than one system
Each system is priced on its own, so you can replace the ones that are due and keep the rest running.
Screened equipment
Some Paradise Valley communities require mechanical equipment to be screened from view and meet Town noise limits. Your installer works within them.
A Clearwater Hills address
Most of Clearwater Hills is unincorporated county land despite Paradise Valley addresses, so county rules apply there.
Two-story with a system per floor
Replace only what you need. Price the one that quit today and the other when you’re ready, each with its own price.
Air handler up in the attic
Attic installs have their own set price, shown before you pay, so there are no add-ons on install day.
Hot back bedrooms
Get the real fix, not a bigger bill. A bigger unit rarely cools far rooms; the cause is usually airflow. Tell us, and your installer will check it.
What size does a Paradise Valley home need?
| 3 ton | Guest houses and smaller wings of a custom home |
|---|---|
| 4 ton | The main living area in many Paradise Valley homes |
| 5 ton | Large custom homes, often one of several systems |
The size on your current system’s label is the best starting point. In a two-story home, each floor’s system is sized on its own.
Before you replace
Good questions to ask before you replace your AC in Paradise Valley.
My home has four AC systems. How is it priced?
Each system is priced on its own, so you can replace the ones that are due and keep the rest running.
Is there a rebate in Paradise Valley?
Most of the town is APS, which discontinued its AC rebate on January 1, 2026. Homes in the southwest corner on SRP can get Cool Cash.
Does the Town require a permit?
The Town’s permits page says AC replacement uses a mechanical permit. Your installer handles it.
Holding a quote from another Paradise Valley company?
Compare it line for line: equipment, installation, warranties and what’s left out.
Repair or replace?
When the original unit finally quits.
A Paradise Valley system usually lasts 10 to 13 years, because it runs hard most of the year. One that has made it past 18 has done its job, and repairs at that age tend to come in bunches.
If yours still runs on R-22 refrigerant, a leak is where repair stops making sense: that refrigerant is no longer made, and recharges keep getting more expensive. A failed compressor on an old system points the same way.
Repair still makes sense on a system under about 7 years old when the fix is small and doesn’t involve refrigerant or the compressor.
Paradise Valley AC replacement FAQ
Straight answers to the common questions.
How much does AC replacement cost in Paradise Valley, AZ?
A 3 ton split heat pump is $6,995 installed for single-stage, $9,595 for two-stage, $11,495 for variable-speed and $14,095 for max efficiency. Each price includes the outdoor unit, the matched air handler, a new thermostat, installation and haul away. A two-story home with two systems prices each one separately. Dealer quotes in Paradise Valley for comparable equipment usually land between $12,000 and $16,000.
What size AC does a Paradise Valley home need?
Most Paradise Valley homes need 3 to 5 tons. Start with the size on the label of the system you have now. Guest houses and smaller wings of a custom home usually run 3 tons. The main living area in many Paradise Valley homes usually run 4 tons. Large custom homes, often one of several systems usually run 5 tons.
Who provides electricity in Paradise Valley, and is there an AC rebate?
Paradise Valley is served by APS and SRP. APS serves nearly all of the Town; SRP serves only the southwest corner. Check the Town's provider map or your bill. If you’re on SRP: SRP’s Cool Cash rebate pays $75 per ton for single stage, $150 for two stage and $225 for variable speed systems rated 15.2 SEER2 or higher, installed by an Arizona-licensed contractor before April 30, 2027. We file the SRP application for you. If you’re on APS: APS discontinued its AC rebate on January 1, 2026.
How long does AC replacement take in Paradise Valley?
Most installations happen within 48 hours of your order, on days that work for you. The installation itself takes 6 to 8 hours per system, and both floors of a two-story home usually fit in one day.
Can someone come look at my AC in Paradise Valley before I buy?
Yes. Most people order without a visit, but if you'd rather have someone see it in person first, just ask. We'll send a licensed contractor out for a free look.
Should I repair or replace a 20-year-old AC in Paradise Valley?
Usually replace. Systems here typically last 10 to 13 years because they run hard most of the year. A refrigerant leak on an R-22 system or a failed compressor on an old unit is a replacement decision. Repair makes sense on a system under about 7 years old when the fix is small.
Why is AC Rebel cheaper than a traditional Paradise Valley HVAC company?
AC replacement is all we do, and we sell every system at a published installed price. With no showroom, no commissioned salesperson and no dealer markup, you pay thousands less for the same equipment brands. We cut the salesman and the showroom, not the install: your system goes in with one of our licensed partner companies, the same pros we use for our own homes.
Sources: SRP air conditioner and heat pump rebates · Updated October 2026
Who installs it
The same pros we use for our own homes.
Never a random contractor. Your system is installed by one of our partner companies, under their own Arizona license: installers we know personally and picked ourselves. Our price is low because we cut the salesman and the showroom, not the install.
- Hand-picked crews, ROC-licensed, insured and rated 4.5 stars or better
- Most installations within 48 hours, on days that work for you
- 10 year manufacturer parts warranty, registered for you
- 2 year labor warranty and 1 year of free maintenance
- We check in after your install to make sure you love it
- Old equipment hauled away, new thermostat installed
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See your real installed price and buy online in minutes. No sales visit, no pressure, and the price you see is the price you pay. Want someone to see it first? We'll send a licensed contractor out for a free look.