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Fountain Hills AC Replacementby AC Rebel (602) 635-4600Fountain Hills’s AC replacement specialists
Your next AC, priced for your Fountain Hills 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 Fountain Hills, 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 Fountain Hills 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 | SRP |
| 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.
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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 Fountain Hills 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 Fountain Hills homes are built.
1994median year
Most homes are 30+ years old
93% of Fountain Hills single-family homes were built in 2011 or earlier.
SRPonly
All of Fountain Hills is SRP
So a qualifying new system earns SRP Cool Cash: $75 to $225 per ton.
Noroof units
Some HOAs ban rooftop AC
SunRidge Canyon requires ground-mounted equipment behind a screen wall.
- 1994Median year Fountain Hills homes were built
- 93%Of single-family homes built by 2011
- 2,315Square feet in the typical Fountain Hills home
- 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.
Fountain Hills 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.
Original Fountain Hills (MCO plats)
Mixed ages- Most homes built
- 1979–2002
- Typical home
- 2,250 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Homes here range from 1979 to 2002. Older homes have likely replaced their original AC already, and any system 15 or more years old is in the replacement window.
Fountain Hills was established in 1970 by McCulloch Properties as a master-planned community, and most homes on its original numbered plats were built 1979–2002.
SunRidge Canyon
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 1997–2004
- Typical home
- 2,620 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Original systems here would be 22 to 29 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Fountain Hills AC typically lasts.
SunRidge Canyon's architectural standards bar roof-mounted AC units and require ground-mounted equipment behind a screen wall, with ARC approval.
Eagle Mountain
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 1996–2005
- Typical home
- 2,690 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Original systems here would be 21 to 30 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Fountain Hills AC typically lasts.
About 97% of Eagle Mountain's single-family homes were built in 2011 or earlier, per Maricopa County Assessor records.
FireRock
Earlier homes due- Most homes built
- 2003–2020
- Typical home
- 5,240 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Homes from the early years are 15+ years into their original systems; the newest have time left.
FireRock's custom homes have a median of about 5,240 sq ft on lots of about 35,700 sq ft, per Maricopa County Assessor records.
Adero Canyon
Mostly newer- Most homes built
- 2018–2025
- Typical home
- 3,170 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Most original systems here still have years left.
Adero Canyon is Fountain Hills' newest area, developed by Toll Brothers on the northeast side of the McDowell Mountains.
Diamante del Lago
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 2000–2002
- Typical home
- 1,810 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Original systems here would be 24 to 26 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Fountain Hills AC typically lasts.
Nearly all Diamante del Lago homes were built in 2000–2002, so original systems are now more than 20 years old.
Lakeside Village area
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 1985–1994
- Typical home
- 1,640 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Original systems here would be 32 to 41 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Fountain Hills AC typically lasts.
Every Lakeside Village-area home on the Assessor rolls was built in the 1980s or 1990s.
Sunrise Point
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 1995–1996
- Typical home
- 1,720 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Original systems here would be 30 to 31 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Fountain Hills AC typically lasts.
Sunrise Point was built almost entirely in 1995–1996, per Maricopa County Assessor records.
Westridge
Replacement window- Most homes built
- 1998–2005
- Typical home
- 2,550 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Original systems here would be 21 to 28 years old, well past the 10 to 13 years a Fountain Hills AC typically lasts.
About 95% of Westridge homes were built in 2011 or earlier, per Maricopa County Assessor records.
Golden Eagle Estates
Earlier homes due- Most homes built
- 1995–2012
- Typical home
- 3,250 sq ft
- ZIP
- 85268
Homes from the early years are 15+ years into their original systems; the newest have time left.
Golden Eagle Boulevard sits at about 3,000 ft, roughly 1,500 ft above the fountain, per the Town of Fountain Hills.
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.
On SRP?
Pick the system that saves you the most on SRP.
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 SRP’s 6–9 p.m. plan
July and August on-peak power costs 40.20¢ per kWh, versus 6.61¢ super off-peak (8 a.m. to 3 p.m.). A two stage or variable speed system runs gentler through the evening peak, so two-stage and inverter systems pay you back on every summer bill.
On a flat rate
Single-stage gets you dependable cooling for the least money up front. Without peak pricing, the extra efficiency of two stage takes longer to pay you back.
Fountain Hills homes we see every week
Whatever your Fountain Hills home has, you’re covered.
A SunRidge Canyon home
The HOA bars roof-mounted AC units and requires ground-mounted equipment behind a screen wall. Your new unit goes back in the same screened spot.
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.
A seasonal home
Replace it before you leave or when you arrive. Tell us the days that work, and your installer handles the rest.
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.
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.
A rental or a home you’re selling
Single-stage is usually the smart buy: our most affordable option for dependable cooling, with the same installers and warranties. A new system with a 10 year parts warranty is a selling point in your listing.
What size does a Fountain Hills home need?
| 3 ton | Smaller Fountain Hills homes of 1,500 to 2,000 square feet |
|---|---|
| 4 ton | Hillside homes of 2,000 to 2,800 square feet |
| 5 ton | Larger view homes of 2,800 to 4,000 square feet |
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 Fountain Hills.
Can I put the new unit on my roof in SunRidge Canyon?
No. SunRidge Canyon’s architectural standards bar roof-mounted AC units and require ground-mounted equipment behind a screen wall.
Does my Fountain Hills home qualify for Cool Cash?
Yes. Fountain Hills is all SRP, so a qualifying replacement earns $75 to $225 per ton, and we file the paperwork.
My home is from the 1980s. Is my AC due?
Your home has almost certainly replaced its original AC already. If the one you have now is 15 or more years old, it’s in the replacement window.
Holding a quote from another Fountain Hills company?
Compare it line for line: equipment, installation, warranties and what’s left out.
Repair or replace?
When the original unit finally quits.
A Fountain Hills 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.
Fountain Hills AC replacement FAQ
Straight answers to the common questions.
How much does AC replacement cost in Fountain Hills, 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 Fountain Hills for comparable equipment usually land between $12,000 and $16,000.
What size AC does a Fountain Hills home need?
Most Fountain Hills homes need 3 to 5 tons. Start with the size on the label of the system you have now. Smaller Fountain Hills homes of 1,500 to 2,000 square feet usually run 3 tons. Hillside homes of 2,000 to 2,800 square feet usually run 4 tons. Larger view homes of 2,800 to 4,000 square feet usually run 5 tons.
Who provides electricity in Fountain Hills, and is there an AC rebate?
Fountain Hills is served by 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.
How long does AC replacement take in Fountain Hills?
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 Fountain Hills 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 Fountain Hills?
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 Fountain Hills 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
Installing across Fountain Hills
- Original Fountain Hills (MCO plats)
- SunRidge Canyon
- Eagle Mountain
- FireRock
- Adero Canyon
- Diamante del Lago
- Lakeside Village area
- Sunrise Point
- Westridge
- Golden Eagle Estates
ZIP codes 85268
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