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Carlson family plumbing & heating since 1905

Air Conditioning Installation & Repair in Duluth, MN

Quiet, efficient Lennox air conditioners installed, repaired and maintained by a Lennox Premier Dealer.

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1905

Carlson family trade since

4 generations

of Duluth plumbing & heating

Master Plumber

Owner-led by Jeremy Carlson

Lennox Premier

Dealer · Mitsubishi Diamond Contractor

Cool, comfortable summers without the high bills

Duluth summers are short, but a run of warm, humid days can make a house stuffy and hard to sleep in. A properly sized air conditioner removes both heat and moisture, keeping every room comfortable without driving up your utility bill. Carlson Duluth Company is a Lennox Premier Dealer, and we install, repair and maintain central air conditioning for homes and businesses across the Duluth area.

Technician servicing an outdoor air conditioner condenser

Lennox air conditioners are Energy Star qualified, which means they meet U.S. EPA guidelines for energy efficiency. At the heart of each unit is an advanced compressor that maximizes comfort while keeping energy costs and sound levels down. Exacting precision makes Lennox air conditioners among the quietest units you can buy.

Signs your air conditioner needs service

  • Warm air from the vents, or a system that runs constantly without cooling the house
  • Weak airflow, often caused by a clogged filter or a blower problem
  • Ice on the refrigerant lines or the indoor coil
  • Water pooling around the indoor unit
  • New noises when the outdoor unit starts or runs
  • A jump in your summer electric bill
  • Rooms that feel damp or clammy even when the temperature is set low

Because humidity makes an air conditioner work harder, filters fill faster in summer than in spring or fall. A dirty filter restricts airflow, raises energy use and can let dust and pollen circulate through the house. Checking it monthly during the cooling season is one of the easiest ways to protect the system.

What is included

  • Lennox central air conditioner installation
  • Air conditioning repair for homes and businesses
  • Seasonal maintenance and tune-ups
  • Matching a new air conditioner to your furnace and ductwork
  • Ductless cooling for homes and rooms without ducts
  • Help with current rebates and manufacturer promotions

Our process

For a new system, we start by looking at your home: its size, insulation, windows, existing ductwork and the furnace the air conditioner will share a blower with. An oversized unit cools too fast and leaves the air damp, and an undersized one runs all afternoon. We recommend the Lennox model that fits, give you a free estimate, and install it cleanly, including the refrigerant lines, electrical connection, condensate drain and thermostat.

For repairs, we diagnose the cause first, whether that is a failed capacitor, a refrigerant leak, a frozen coil or a blocked drain, and explain the fix before we start. For maintenance, we clean and inspect the outdoor and indoor units, check refrigerant and electrical components and confirm the system is running efficiently before the warm season.

If your home has no ductwork, a Mitsubishi Electric ductless mini-split can deliver the same comfort room by room, and it heats in winter too.

Rebates can take some of the sting out of a new system. Minnesota Power offers rebates on qualifying cooling equipment, Energy Star explains which efficiency upgrades qualify for federal tax credits, and Lennox runs seasonal promotions through its dealers. We will tell you what applies to the model you choose before you commit.

Why Carlson Duluth Company

We are a Lennox Premier Dealer and a Mitsubishi Electric Diamond Contractor, so we can offer both central and ductless cooling and recommend the right one for your home instead of the only one we sell. The Carlson family has served Duluth homes since 1905, and our union-trained technicians handle heating and cooling as one system. That matters, because in most Duluth homes the air conditioner and the furnace share the same blower and ducts.

Area served

We install and repair air conditioning in Duluth, Superior, Hermantown, Proctor, Cloquet and throughout southern St. Louis County. To get ready for summer with a new Lennox system or a tune-up, call (218) 727-0063 or request your free estimate.

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Carlson family plumbing & heating since 1905

  • Free estimates
  • Union-trained, highly skilled craftsmen
  • Homes and businesses
Get a Free Estimate (218) 727-0063

Office hours Mon–Fri 8am–5pm. Plumbing emergency? Call any time.

How It Works

How Our Air Conditioning Process Works

1

Call or Request an Estimate

Tell us what's going on at your home or business.

2

We Inspect & Explain

A Carlson tech looks at the system and walks you through your options.

3

Free Estimate

You get a clear estimate before any work starts.

4

Done Right, Cleaned Up

Union-trained craftsmen do the work to code and leave your space clean.

Testimonials

What Our Customers Say

In their own words, from our customers in Duluth

★★★★★

They went out of their way to get us heat in our flooded home before the cold weather came.

Chris · Duluth · Heating

★★★★★

Zach was prompt and very friendly. Answered my questions and offered good comments when he was finished. He replaced my filter with one I supplied and was very neat.

Karen M. · Duluth · HVAC service

★★★★★

The guy who installed our furnace was great! Very professional… clean up was great. Completed all rebate forms in a timely fashion. Great personal service.

Rich · Duluth · Furnace install

FAQ

Air Conditioning FAQs

Do people in Duluth really need air conditioning?

Summers here are short, but humid stretches off the lake can make a house uncomfortable, especially upstairs bedrooms. Central air or a ductless system also controls humidity and keeps windows closed during pollen season.

What brand of air conditioner do you install?

We are a Lennox Premier Dealer and install Lennox air conditioners, which are Energy Star qualified and among the quietest and most energy-efficient units available. For homes without ductwork, we install Mitsubishi Electric ductless systems.

Can a new air conditioner work with my existing furnace?

Usually, yes. A central air conditioner uses the furnace blower and ductwork. We check that the furnace and ducts can support the new unit, and when both are older we may recommend replacing them together.

How often should my AC be serviced?

Once a year, ideally in spring before the first hot spell. Check your filter monthly during the cooling season and change it when it looks dirty.

Are there rebates for a new air conditioner?

Often. Minnesota Power offers rebates on qualifying equipment, Energy Star explains available tax credits, and Lennox runs seasonal promotions. We can tell you what applies to your system.

Do you repair air conditioners for businesses?

Yes. We install, repair and maintain cooling equipment for residential and commercial customers.

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4415 Venture Ave, Duluth, MN 55811 · Mon–Fri 8am–5pm · 24/7 emergency plumbing