Manhattan
Yorkville base at 517 E 77th St; usually on site within about two hours in business hours.
Manhattan coverageCommercial HVAC Installation NYC
Commercial HVAC installation in NYC by AC Repair NYC, a licensed contractor at 517 E 77th St, Manhattan. We install rooftop packaged units, commercial split systems and VRF systems for restaurants, retail, offices and small buildings across Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. Full-scope service: load calculation, DOB permits, crane lift and commissioning. Call (212) 201-9201.
System types
What we install
- Rooftop packaged units (RTUs) — Carrier, Trane, Lennox, York, 3 to 25 tons.
- Commercial split systems — condenser plus air handler for offices, retail floors and restaurants.
- Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) — Mitsubishi Electric, Daikin, Fujitsu, for offices and boutique hotels.
- Gas-to-electric conversions — heat pump retrofits for Local Law 97 compliance projects.
- Make-up air units — restaurants, laundromats, dry cleaners where the code requires it.
- Ductless mini-split installations for offices, coworking spaces and small commercial floors.
Project process
How a commercial install project runs
- Site survey and load calculation. We measure the space, review the existing equipment, run a Manual N or ACCA load calculation and specify the equipment that fits the actual load, not the nameplate.
- Written scope and quote. Equipment model numbers, tonnage, refrigerant type, warranty terms, included permits and rigging costs — all in writing before we book.
- DOB filing and permits. We file with NYC Department of Buildings under the work type appropriate to the scope: equipment replacement, alteration or new installation.
- Rigging and demolition. Crane lift scheduled pre-opening or overnight for occupied buildings. Existing equipment removed, refrigerant recovered per EPA Section 608.
- Installation and commissioning. New equipment set, refrigerant charged, controls wired, ductwork adapted, filters installed. Commissioning verifies airflow, superheat, subcooling and thermostat calls.
- Handover. As-built drawings, warranty registration in the building manager's name and a scheduled 30-day post-install check to catch anything the seasons missed.
Pricing
Price ranges
| Service | Price range |
|---|---|
| Site survey and load calculation | $450 – $1,200 |
| Rooftop unit replacement, straight swap (3–5 tons) | $9,000 – $18,000 |
| Rooftop unit replacement, straight swap (7.5–12.5 tons) | $16,000 – $28,000 |
| Commercial split system install, per system | $7,500 – $22,000 |
| VRF system install (per project) | quoted after survey |
| Gas-to-electric heat pump conversion | quoted after survey |
Rigging cost varies with roof access, crane placement and street occupancy permits. Prices above assume standard access; we quote lift, permits and after-hours labour separately on the scope document.
How we work with businesses
Commercial standard of work
- Certificates of insurance issued to landlords and managing agents before the first visit.
- Off-hours and pre-opening visits so repairs do not close the floor.
- Written scope and price on every job, suitable for accounts payable approval.
- Per-site equipment history so a recurring fault is treated as a pattern, not a new call.
- EPA Section 608 certified refrigerant handling on every commercial refrigerant job.
- Direct contact with the technician who knows your roof, not a rotating call centre.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
How does a commercial HVAC installation project run?
We start with a site survey, load calculation and equipment selection. Once the scope and price are approved we pull permits with NYC DOB where required, schedule the crane or hoist lift, remove the existing unit and set the new one, then commission the system and hand over as-built drawings and warranty registration.
What does commercial HVAC installation cost in NYC?
Straight rooftop unit replacements run $9,000 to $28,000 per unit depending on tonnage, curb and rigging. New VRF systems for offices and boutique hotels are quoted per project after a load calculation. We always quote in writing with equipment model numbers, warranty terms and included permits before booking.
Do you pull DOB permits and file for equipment replacement?
Yes. Straight-swap replacements at the same tonnage often qualify for expedited filing, while new installations, gas-to-electric conversions and Local Law 97 retrofits are filed under the appropriate work type. We coordinate with your expeditor or ours, whichever the building prefers.
Which manufacturers do you install?
Carrier, Trane, Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, Fujitsu, Lennox and York for commercial split, VRF and rooftop packaged units. We are not a franchise dealer, so we specify the manufacturer that fits the site rather than one brand only.
Can you install during off-hours so the business stays open?
Yes. Restaurants, retail and offices get scheduled crane lifts pre-opening or overnight. We coordinate the street occupancy permit and the building loading-dock schedule so the install does not disrupt trading hours.
What warranty comes with a commercial install?
Manufacturer parts warranty of 5 to 10 years on compressors and 1 to 5 years on the balance of components, plus a 1-year labour warranty from us on the installation workmanship. The written warranty terms are attached to the final invoice.
Coverage
Where we do this work
Manhattan, Brooklyn and Queens. The Bronx and Staten Island are outside our service area.
Brooklyn
Williamsburg, Park Slope, DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights, Bushwick, Bay Ridge.
Brooklyn coverageQueens
Long Island City, Astoria, Sunnyside, Woodside, Forest Hills, Flushing, Jamaica.
Queens coverage
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Get service
Request a quote or call us directly
Send the site address, current equipment tonnage and your trading hours. We will schedule the survey around the business.
- Address
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517 E 77th St
New York, NY 10075 - Phone
- (212) 201-9201
- info@acrepair.nyc
- Hours
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Monday–Friday 8:00–18:00
Saturday 9:00–15:00
Sunday closed · emergency line answered 24/7 - Service area
- Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens