New Orleans residential HVAC
AC repair & HVAC service in New Orleans.
From Lakeview to Algiers, New Orleans homes run their air conditioning most of the year. AAM provides residential air conditioning and heating services throughout New Orleans and Orleans Parish — repair, replacement, maintenance, and 24/7 emergency service, dispatched from our Slidell headquarters.
Founder Danny Nickens has 29 years of hands-on HVAC experience, and our team brings approximately 60 years of combined HVAC experience to every New Orleans home we service.
Locally owned & operated · Headquartered in Slidell, LA
Southshore: 504-230-6655 · Northshore & Coastal MS: 985-771-6222
Orleans Parish
What makes New Orleans homes different
Older, varied housing
Shotgun doubles, Creole cottages, raised center-halls, and mid-century ranches often sit on the same block. Equipment placement, attic space, and duct runs vary house to house, so we look at your home in person before recommending anything.
Humidity, not just heat
Summer in the city is as much about moisture as temperature. A system that runs constantly but leaves rooms feeling sticky is worth a diagnostic visit — the cause isn’t always low refrigerant.
Long cooling season
Air conditioners here work hard from spring well into fall. Two maintenance visits a year — one before cooling season, one before heating — help catch worn parts before the hottest weeks.
Common New Orleans HVAC problems
Humidity, drains, airflow & older ducts
Many of the service calls we see in New Orleans trace back to the same few issues. Knowing the signs helps you catch them early.
Humidity control
An AC removes moisture as well as heat. An oversized system, dirty coil, or wrong fan setting can cool the air without drying it, leaving rooms clammy and inviting mildew. If your home feels damp at a normal temperature, have the system checked.
Condensate drain problems
In this climate your AC pulls a lot of water out of the air. Algae and debris can clog the drain line, causing water in the pan, ceiling stains, or a system that shuts itself off. Clearing the line is part of every maintenance visit.
Airflow
Clogged filters, blocked returns, closed vents, and dirty blower wheels all choke airflow. Weak airflow can lead to frozen coils, hot and cold rooms, and higher bills. Start with a fresh filter; if that doesn’t help, we’ll find the restriction.
Older duct systems
Ducts in older homes are often undersized, leaky, crushed, or poorly insulated in a hot attic or crawlspace. That wastes cooling and can pull humid air inside. We check ductwork during replacement assessments and diagnostic visits.
Noticing one of these? Call 504-230-6655 to schedule a diagnostic visit. Diagnostic and repair calls are subject to applicable fees.
Residential services
HVAC services in New Orleans
AC repair, heating repair, system replacement, new installation, preventive maintenance, and 24/7 emergency service — for homes across Orleans Parish.
AC Repair in New Orleans
Warm air in a Mid-City shotgun or a short-cycling unit in Lakeview — we diagnose it and explain your options first.
AC repairHeating Repair in New Orleans
Cold snaps are short but sharp. We service heat pumps and furnaces across the city.
Heating repair24/7 Emergency Service in New Orleans
Call 504-230-6655 any time, day or night, when your AC or heat quits.
24/7 serviceMaintenance & Tune-Ups in New Orleans
Comfort Club plans keep two visits a year on the calendar for busy New Orleans households.
Comfort Club plansSystem Replacement in New Orleans
Older New Orleans homes deserve a system sized for the house, not a guess. Replacements start with a free on-site assessment.
Replacement & installationNew Installation in New Orleans
Renovations, camelback additions, and spaces that never had central air.
Replacement & installationCoverage
New Orleans neighborhoods we serve
- Lakeview
- Gentilly
- Mid-City
- Uptown
- Carrollton
- Algiers
- Broadmoor
- Bayou St. John
- Lake Vista
- New Orleans East
Plus surrounding neighborhoods across Orleans Parish, on both the East Bank and the West Bank. Not sure if you’re covered? Call 504-230-6655.
Questions
New Orleans HVAC FAQ
Do you really serve New Orleans if you’re based in Slidell?
Yes. New Orleans is one of our primary residential markets. AAM HVAC is headquartered in Slidell and serves homes throughout Orleans Parish, including Lakeview, Gentilly, Mid-City, Uptown, Carrollton, and Algiers. Call 504-230-6655 or 985-771-6222 any time.
Do you cover Algiers and the West Bank?
Yes. Algiers is part of our New Orleans service area, and Gretna in Jefferson Parish is covered as well.
How much does a new AC system cost in New Orleans?
We don’t quote fixed prices over the phone, because every home is different — especially in a city with housing as varied as New Orleans. System replacements start with a free on-site assessment, then you get a clear quote. Financing options are available for qualified customers, subject to lender approval.
Serving New Orleans
Schedule service or a free replacement assessment
Tell us what’s going on and we’ll reach out to schedule. Need help now? Call 504-230-6655 24/7.
Nearby residential service areas
Own or manage a business? See commercial HVAC — we service commercial sites statewide across Louisiana.