Summer power bills that make you wince are often a sign your air conditioner is working harder than it needs to. Ashley HVAC Services provides High-Efficiency Air Conditioner Installation to homeowners in North Wilkesboro, NC, plus Boone, Wilkesboro, Hamptonville, and Taylorsville. A modern high-efficiency system cools your home with far less electricity, and it does the job more quietly and comfortably than your old unit ever did.
Owned by military veteran Tyler Ashley, the North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, company Ashley HVAC Services holds NATE and EPA certifications and has served Wilkes, Surry, and Watauga counties since 2024. The company installs high-efficiency air conditioners and heat pumps in homes with existing ductwork, with a focus on two-stage and variable-speed systems that carry higher SEER2 ratings. Its high-efficiency installation service includes equipment selection from brands like Carrier, Bryant, and ArcoAire, proper system sizing, installation, refrigerant charging, startup testing, a 10-year parts warranty on most equipment, and a 1-year workmanship warranty.
Every June, your electric bill jumps, and it doesn't come back down until fall. Meanwhile, the AC runs in long, loud bursts, some rooms stay warmer than others, and the house feels clammy even when the thermostat says it's cool. Those are classic signs of a system that's spending a lot of energy without delivering much comfort.
Most older air conditioners use single-stage compressors, which means they only have two settings: full blast or off. They roar on at 100 percent, overshoot the temperature, shut down, and repeat the cycle all day long. That on-and-off pattern wastes electricity, wears out parts, and doesn't run long enough to pull much humidity out of the air. Efficiency ratings have also climbed steadily over the years, so a 15-year-old system typically uses quite a bit more power than a new high-efficiency model to do the same job.
During your free estimate, we look at your home's size, insulation, ductwork, and current cooling costs, then explain the difference between standard, two-stage, and variable-speed systems in plain terms. Once you pick the option that fits your budget, we schedule the installation, remove your old equipment, and install a matched high-efficiency outdoor unit and indoor coil connected to your existing ducts. A compatible thermostat gets set up so the system can take full advantage of its staging. Finally, we charge the refrigerant to spec and test performance to make sure you're getting every bit of efficiency you paid for.
The difference shows up quickly. Your new system runs longer at lower speeds, keeping temperatures steady and humidity down while using less electricity. Quieter operation, more even comfort, and smaller summer bills make every hot day a little easier to enjoy.
A high-efficiency air conditioner is an investment that keeps paying you back month after month.
Variable-speed and two-stage systems use far less electricity than older single-stage units, which can make a noticeable dent in your summer bills.
Longer, gentler run cycles pull more moisture from the air, a big plus during sticky North Carolina summers.
High-efficiency systems adjust their output to hold steady temperatures throughout your home, without the blast-and-shutoff routine of older units.
Running at lower speeds most of the time means far less noise from both the indoor and outdoor units.
Fewer hard starts and stops put less strain on the compressor and other parts, helping your system last longer.
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Choosing a high-efficiency system means sorting through a lot of new terms and options, and we'll help you make sense of all of them.
A military veteran owns and runs Ashley HVAC Services right here in the Foothills, and our reputation in this community means everything to us.
SEER2 ratings, staging, and inverter technology can sound confusing, so we break it all down without the technical jargon.
We'll show you options at different price points and help you decide where the extra efficiency makes sense for your home.
Our motto is "You can do it, or you can do it right," and that's exactly how we approach every high-efficiency installation.
Your new system arrives with a 10-year parts warranty on most equipment, and we add our 1-year workmanship warranty on top.
SEER2 measures how efficiently an air conditioner cools over a typical season, and a higher number means lower operating costs. New systems sold in the Southeast must meet higher minimum ratings than older equipment, and high-efficiency models go well beyond those minimums.
For most homes in Wilkes County and the surrounding Foothills, yes. Our long, humid summers give a high-efficiency system plenty of time to earn back its higher upfront cost through lower monthly bills and better humidity control.
A two-stage system runs on a low setting most of the time and switches to high on the hottest days, while a variable-speed system adjusts in small increments to match exactly what your home needs. Boone's milder summers often pair well with variable-speed systems, which excel at running quietly at low output for long stretches.
Many two-stage and variable-speed systems work best with a compatible thermostat that can control their different speeds. We'll make sure your thermostat matches your new equipment so you get the full benefit of the upgrade.
It should make a big difference. Because variable-speed and two-stage systems run longer at lower speeds, they remove more moisture from the air, which helps homes along the Yadkin River feel cooler and less sticky all summer.
FAQs Reviewed By Tyler Ashley, Owner of Ashley HVAC Services and NATE-Certified Cooling Specialist.
A more efficient air conditioner could be the best upgrade you make this year. Give us a ring at 336-707-8010 to line up your no-cost estimate, and we'll help you find a system that fits your home and budget.
