Expert Cooling Project Near You in Islip, NY

Project Overview

Varsity Home Services replaced a failing 20-year-old central AC system on Elm St in Islip, New York, after the compressor failed and the unit only blew hot air. The job removed the old R22-era equipment and installed a new 3-ton Rheem 13 SEER condenser and air handler to restore cooling, improve efficiency, and protect the attic from water damage.

Results

The replacement solved the homeowner's cooling failure and brought the system into EPA compliance while delivering noticeably cooler, more consistent indoor temperatures across the home. Performance testing included a nitrogen pressure test at 400 psi for 30 minutes, evacuation below 300 microns, and subcooling to 9 degrees per manufacturer requirements to ensure reliable operation. The new Goliath drain pan with wet switch, 3/4 inch PVC drain and EZ Trap provide active leak protection for the attic, and modern 13 SEER equipment reduces energy use compared with the two-decade-old system. Varsity Home Services verified full operation after brazing, wiring, and final system checks, giving the homeowner confidence in long-term performance and safety.

Materials Used

This Elm St cooling replacement in Islip, New York, by Varsity Home Services was a full 3 ton central AC system swap to meet EPA standards and restore dependable home cooling.
Homeowner satisfaction came from quality components and workmanship, including a leveled 32 inch by 32 inch condenser pad, professional brazing and wiring, and careful flushing and testing to remove old R22 oils and contaminants.

• Project type and location: Cooling replacement on Elm St, Islip, New York, completed by Varsity Home Services — Long Island Air Conditioning Company
• Outdoor unit: Rheem 3 ton 13 SEER condenser installed on a 32 x 32 x 3 condenser pad
• Indoor unit: Rheem 3 ton air handler installed in attic, brazed and wired
• Controls: T4 Honeywell thermostat (T4 Pro model)
• Electrical: 60 amp disconnect, 3/4 inch electrical whip and 3/4 inch whip for service
• Drainage and safety: Goliath drain pan with wet switch, 3/4 inch PVC drain line, EZ Trap, new emergency drain pan
• Removal and prep: Old condenser, condenser pad, disconnect, whip, air handler, drain pan, wet switch, drain lines, and thermostat discarded; copper lines flushed with R11 to remove R22 oils
• Quality assurance: Pumped down old system, brazed and wired new components, pressure tested at 400 psi for 30 minutes, pulled vacuum below 300 microns, and subcooled to 9 degrees to meet manufacturer specs