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HVAC Company In Opelousas, LA

Your Favorite Opelousas HVAC Company

We're Smith Air Conditioning, bringing quality HVAC service to Louisiana's third-oldest city with the same passion you'll hear at the Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival. From historic downtown near the Parish Courthouse to neighborhoods throughout St. Landry Parish, we fix things right the first time.

Call 337-363-1866 or message us online today!

How Can I Lower My Energy Bills in Opelousas?

High electric bills are a common complaint around here, but there are proven ways to bring them down.

  • Thermostat Settings Make A Big Difference: Every degree you raise your thermostat in summer saves about 3% on cooling costs, so setting it at 76-78 degrees instead of 72 adds up fast.
  • Seal Air Leaks Around Your Home: Air escaping through gaps around windows, doors, and ductwork wastes the money you're spending to cool your Opelousas home.
  • Upgrade To A Programmable Thermostat: These devices automatically adjust temperatures when you're away or asleep, reducing runtime without sacrificing comfort when you need it.
  • Clean Condenser Coils Regularly: Dirt and debris on your outdoor unit make your system work harder and use more electricity to achieve the same cooling.
  • Schedule Preventive Maintenance: Twice-yearly tune-ups keep your system running efficiently, catching problems before they drive up your electric bills.

What Size HVAC System Does My Opelousas Home Need?

Proper sizing is critical for comfort and efficiency, and there's more to it than square footage alone.

  • Load Calculations Determine Correct Size: Professional technicians measure your home's heat gain and loss, accounting for insulation, windows, orientation, and local climate conditions.
  • Bigger Isn't Better: An oversized system cycles on and off constantly, never properly removing humidity and wasting energy while failing to keep you comfortable.
  • Historic Homes Need Special Attention: Older Opelousas homes with high ceilings, fewer windows, or unique construction require careful evaluation for proper system sizing.
  • Ductwork Matters As Much As Equipment: Even a perfectly sized system can't perform if your ductwork is undersized, leaky, or poorly designed for your home's layout.
  • Trust The Math, Not Guesswork: We follow industry-standard calculations rather than rules of thumb, ensuring your new system actually fits your home's specific needs.

Why Does My House Feel Humid Even When The AC Runs in Opelousas?

Humidity problems are common in Louisiana, but they indicate something's wrong with your system or settings.

  • Short Cycling Prevents Dehumidification: When your system runs for just a few minutes before shutting off, it never removes moisture from the air effectively.
  • Oversized Systems Can't Dehumidify: A too-large AC cools your home quickly but shuts off before pulling enough humidity out of the air.
  • Thermostat Fan Setting Causes Issues: Running your fan on "On" instead of "Auto" recirculates moisture back into your home between cooling cycles.
  • Ductwork Leaks Let Humidity In: Leaky ducts in your attic or crawlspace pull in humid outside air and distribute it throughout your home.
  • Consider A Whole-Home Dehumidifier: For persistent humidity issues, a dedicated dehumidifier works alongside your AC to maintain comfortable indoor moisture levels.

Should I Repair Or Replace My Old HVAC System in Opelousas?

This decision comes down to age, cost, and efficiency, and we'll give you the straight answer.

  • Age Is The Biggest Factor: Systems over 12-15 years old approaching the end of their expected lifespan make poor candidates for expensive repairs.
  • Calculate Repair Vs. Replacement Costs: If repair costs exceed 50% of replacement costs and your system is older, replacement usually makes better financial sense.
  • Rising Energy Bills Signal Problems: An aging system losing efficiency costs you more every month in electric bills, making replacement pay for itself faster.
  • R-22 Refrigerant Is Expensive: Older systems using R-22 refrigerant face sky-high repair costs because the refrigerant is being phased out, and prices have soared.
  • We'll Give You Honest Advice: Our technicians explain your options clearly, showing you the numbers so you can make the decision that's right for your Opelousas home and budget.

Count On Smith AC For Opelousas HVAC Solutions

From Tony Chachere's hometown to the birthplace of Zydeco, we're proud to serve this historic community with honest work and southern hospitality. Call 337-363-1866 for HVAC service done right.

Recent Jobs and Reviews in Opelousas, LA

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars based on 149 customer reviews

Customers say: The overall sentiment across these reviews is overwhelmingly positive, reflecting high levels of customer satisfaction and appreciation for the service received. Customers consistently express confidence in the professionalism, expertise, and thoroughness of the technicians who serviced their systems. Recurring themes include praise for courteous and knowledgeable service, with many reviewers highlighting the efficiency and attention to detail demonstrated during maintenance visits. There is a strong sense of trust and reassurance among customers, who feel their systems are in capable hands and that they receive honest, transparent communication about their service needs and associated costs. The tone is one of genuine appreciation, with customers frequently emphasizing the quality of work, the pleasant demeanor of service providers, and their overall satisfaction with the company's representation. Many reviewers express ongoing loyalty and confidence, indicating they are consistently pleased with repeat service experiences. The sentiment reflects a customer base that feels valued, well-informed, and confident in the integrity and skill of the technicians serving them.

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Justin B.
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AC Repair: Responded to a homeowner in Opelousas reporting the air conditioner was running but the home was not cooling down during the afternoon heat. Inspected the outdoor unit and found a failed contactor preventing the compressor from engaging while the condenser fan continued to run. Replaced the contactor, inspected all wiring for heat damage, tested compressor startup amperage, and ran the system through multiple cooling cycles to confirm consistent cold air delivery and stable operation throughout the home.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Hunter R.
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RUUD hvac maintenance in Opelousas
Opelousas, LA 70570
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Very professional
Linton - Opelousas, LA 70570
Justin B.
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System is frozen
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Hunter R.
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Contactor Change out In Opelousas
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HVAC Maintenance in Opelousas
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AC Quote
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Quote to replace AC In Opelousas
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Hunter R.
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HVAC Maintenance: Completed scheduled preventative maintenance on a Lennox system at a residential property in Opelousas. Cleaned the condenser coil, inspected electrical connections and capacitors, checked refrigerant pressures, flushed the condensate drain line, and replaced the return air filter. Cycled the system through heating and cooling modes to verify proper operation and consistent airflow throughout the home.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Hunter R.
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Air Conditioning System Repair: Responded to a no-cooling service call on a Lennox system at a residence in Opelousas. Inspected the outdoor condenser unit and found a failed dual run capacitor preventing the compressor and fan motor from starting. Replaced the faulty capacitor, verified proper voltage and amperage draw, and tested full system operation. Confirmed normal startup, steady airflow, and proper cooling performance before completing the call.
Opelousas, LA 70570
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Lennox HVAC Maintenance In Opelousas
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Lennox HVAC Maintenance in Opelousas
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Hunter was very knowledgeable and polite. Very happy with the service.
Alan - Opelousas, LA 70570
Hunter R.
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Dallas D.
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Spring AC Preventative Maintenance: Performed preventative AC service focused on seasonal reliability. Replaced the filter, cleaned outdoor coil fins, inspected electrical relays, checked condensate safety switches, verified refrigerant superheat and subcooling, and tested thermostat response time. Confirmed the system is now operating at peak springtime efficiency.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Justin B.
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Air Conditioning Repair: Homeowner reported the AC system was cooling unevenly, with upstairs rooms remaining warm. Inspected the indoor air handler and found a dirty evaporator coil along with a weak blower run capacitor reducing airflow. Cleaned the coil, replaced the capacitor, checked static pressure, and rebalanced supply vents. The home now cools much more evenly with improved airflow across both floors.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Hunter R.
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HVAC Service Hunter
Opelousas, LA 70570
Hunter R.
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Ductwork Repairs: Homeowner reported weak airflow and inadequate heating in the basement. Inspected the ductwork and found a collapsed flex duct and partially obstructed return vent. Replaced the damaged ducting, cleaned and re-secured returns, and tested airflow at each register. Verified consistent heat distribution and restored proper heating efficiency. Conducted airflow measurement to ensure optimal balance across all zones.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Justin B.
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AC Repairs: Arrived to a home where the AC system was short-cycling, frequently turning on and off. Diagnosed a faulty thermostat sensor and minor refrigerant leak. Replaced the thermostat sensor, recharged the refrigerant to manufacturer specifications, calibrated the system, and tested multiple cycles. Verified proper temperature control, stable cooling, and smooth operation without frequent cycling.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Scott S.
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Indoor Air Quality Installation: Homeowner requested installation of a UV light system to improve indoor air quality. Mounted the UV light inside the air handler, connected power safely, verified airflow and proper lamp alignment, and tested operation. Inspected for correct kill radius and airflow distribution. Confirmed reduction of airborne bacteria and mold spores, and educated the homeowner on lamp replacement schedule and safety precautions.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Justin B.
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Furnace Repair: Responded to a furnace that intermittently shut off shortly after ignition. Found the flame sensor heavily coated with soot, causing false shutdowns. Removed, cleaned, and polished the sensor, reinstalled it, and performed multiple ignition cycles. Verified stable ignition, proper flame sensing, and continuous heat output. Also checked for proper airflow and venting to ensure safe combustion.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Dallas D.
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Furnace Repair: Homeowner reported uneven heating with some bedrooms remaining cold. Inspected furnace blower, ductwork, and supply vents. Found a failing blower motor and partially crushed flex ducts restricting airflow. Replaced the blower motor, cleaned supply ducts, re-secured and insulated the flex lines, and rebalanced the system. Tested temperature and airflow in all rooms, confirmed even heat distribution, and verified that the furnace was operating efficiently without abnormal noise.
Opelousas, LA 70570
Dallas D.
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Scott S.
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AC System Replacement: Dispatched for aging air conditioning system with frequent breakdowns and poor cooling performance. Verified existing unit was undersized and operating inefficiently. Removed old condenser, air handler, and refrigerant lines. Installed new properly sized high-efficiency AC system, connected new line set, evacuated system to proper vacuum, and charged with refrigerant to manufacturer specifications. Tested airflow, electrical components, and thermostat operation, and confirmed consistent cooling and proper temperature split throughout the home.
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Very professional, took the time to answer my questions
Patrick - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Good people honest
Joshua Broussard - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Excellent service very professional and friendly technicians.
Candace - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Learned a lot from Scott the owner. Hunter performed an outstanding servicing of my units and took his time to explain and point out things concerning my units. Will definitely request Hunter for future service.
Glenn - Opelousas, LA 70570
Response from Smith Air Conditioning :

Hi Glenn, We’re so glad you had a great experience! Scott loves sharing his knowledge and Hunter takes pride in making sure everything’s explained clearly. We’ll make sure to pass along the praise. - The Smith Team

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Great Service!
Jeremy - Opelousas, LA 70570
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He was very professional, answered all my questions and helped me understand what were the problems with my unit and why he had to replace the parts that were defective.
Patrick - Opelousas, LA 70570
Response from Smith Air Conditioning :

Patrick, Thank you for your kind words! We're glad to hear James was professional and took the time to explain everything clearly. We will pass along the praise. -The Smith Team

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Very knowledgeable and was able to relay what was wrong with the unit to me where I can understand what was going on.
Marquett - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Very detailed.
Joshua - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Great Service!!!!
EUGENE - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Justin has been to my home previously and is always very professional and knowledgeable about his work. It’s always a pleasure to see him. I trust his judgment and work completely.
Gerald - Opelousas, LA 70570
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He is a Champion ❤️‼️👍
Iggie - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Great customer service! Thanks Justin 😁
Suzanne - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Very polite
Sandra - Opelousas, LA 70570
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He was very nice 👍 good job
Milburn - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Hunter took his time and did a very good job. When it’s time for the fall service, I will request him again if he’s available.
Michael - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Great service visit! Justin was very knowledgeable and professional!
Marian - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Justin was very knowledgeable and friendly and did a great job in troubleshooting and fining the problem. Had the parts on hand and fixed the opportunity quickly.
Duke - Opelousas, LA 70570
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It was a lot of work that needed to be done and he did a great job. Justin was very professional.
Patrick - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Great job very knowledgeable
Howard - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Outstanding
Ray - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Professional, friendly and not rushed. Very happy with Jordan and Smith Air Conditioning.
William - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Thank you, Hunter! I’m very pleased w/ your work & I will gladly recommend you as an efficient & professional tech.
Doris - Opelousas, LA 70570
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Awesome service, all questions answered, professional service, with hometown attitude.
Yvonne - Opelousas, LA 70570