Seattle's Ductless Retrofit Specialists for Older Homes

Air Conditioning for Seattle Homes Without Ductwork

Clearbrook Heating and Air repairs, installs, and maintains ductless and central air systems across Seattle — where a lot of older homes were built with radiators or wall units and no ductwork to add central air into.

Serving Seattle & Surrounding Areas
Clearbrook Heating and Air โ€” Air Conditioning Repair in Seattle, WA

About Us

Built for Seattle's Older Housing Stock

Clearbrook Heating and Air is based at 500 S Portland St in Seattle, working across a city where a large share of homes predate central air entirely — heated by radiators, boilers, or wall units, with no existing ductwork to extend.

Owner Kellan Mercer built the business around that reality: ductless mini-split systems are usually the practical path to cooling an older Seattle home, and getting the placement and sizing right matters more than it does in a newer, duct-ready house.

Clearbrook Heating and Air โ€” locally owned and operated in Seattle, WA

What We Do

Our Air Conditioning Repair Services

Repairs and installs for Seattle's mix of older ductless-only homes and newer ducted construction.

AC Repair

AC and ductless system repair covering capacitors, contactors, refrigerant leaks, and blower or fan-coil motors.

  • ✓ Diagnosis before any repair begins
  • ✓ Experience with older, non-ducted homes

Ductless Mini-Split Installation

Ductless mini-split installation for homes without existing ductwork, including multi-zone systems for room-by-room control.

  • ✓ No ductwork required
  • ✓ Multi-zone options for room-by-room control

Heating Repair & Installation

Furnace, boiler-adjacent, and heat pump repair and installation for Seattle's wet winters.

  • ✓ Gas and electric systems serviced
  • ✓ Full safety inspection included

Maintenance Plans

Seasonal tune-ups for ductless systems, which need a different maintenance routine than ducted equipment.

System Diagnostics

In-depth troubleshooting for systems with recurring or unexplained issues.

Indoor Air Quality

Filtration options for cleaner indoor air in older homes.

What It Costs

Air Conditioning Repair Cost Guide for Seattle

General ranges for orientation โ€” every job gets a firm, written price after a free on-site diagnosis, before any work begins.

AC / Ductless Diagnostic Call

$89 – $149

Credited toward the repair if you move forward the same visit

Capacitor or Contactor Replacement

$150 – $350

One of the most common reasons a system hums or clicks but won't start

Refrigerant Leak Repair & Recharge

$300 – $1,200

Price depends on leak location and refrigerant needed

Single-Zone Ductless Mini-Split Installation

$3,500 – $7,000

For homes without existing ductwork

Multi-Zone Ductless Installation

$7,000 – $14,000

Room-by-room control across multiple areas of the home

Furnace or Heat Pump Repair

$150 – $650

Igniters, flame sensors, and heat exchanger inspections

Ranges reflect typical air conditioning repair costs and vary by system age, access, and parts availability. Not a quote โ€” call (424) 772-0796 or request a free on-site estimate for your exact price.

Why Choose Us

Why Seattle Homeowners Trust Clearbrook Heating and Air

Non-Ducted Home Experience

Ductless retrofit work is a core part of what we do, not an occasional job.

Seattle Based

Fast scheduling across Seattle and the surrounding area.

Multi-Zone Placement Expertise

Getting indoor unit placement right matters more in a home with no ductwork to fall back on.

Owner-Operated

Kellan Mercer is hands-on with how the business runs and how jobs are handled.

A Homeowner's Guide

How to Choose an AC Company for an Older Seattle Home

If your home doesn't have ductwork, not every HVAC company is set up to help. Here's what to check.

Ask About Ductless Experience Specifically

Ductless retrofit work is a different skill set than servicing existing ducted systems — ask how much of the company's work is ductless.

Ask About Indoor Unit Placement

Where indoor units go affects both performance and how the room looks — a good installer will walk through placement options with you.

Confirm Licensing and a Written Price

Washington HVAC work should be performed under a licensed contractor, with a firm price in writing before any work starts.

Where We Work

Proudly Serving Seattle & Nearby Communities

Clearbrook Heating and Air serves Seattle and the surrounding communities.

  • Seattle
  • Georgetown
  • West Seattle
  • Beacon Hill
  • Tukwila
  • Burien

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — ductless mini-split systems are the standard solution for homes without existing ductwork, and it's a core part of what we do.

Seattle, Georgetown, West Seattle, Beacon Hill, Tukwila, and Burien.

Yes, multi-zone ductless systems give you room-by-room control across the home.

Yes, seasonal tune-up plans are available, tailored to ductless equipment.

We're open every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Call (424) 772-0796 to schedule.

Get In Touch

Request Your Free Quote

Tell us about your home and whether you have existing ductwork — we'll follow up to schedule a visit.

500 S Portland St, Seattle, WA 98108

(424) 772-0796

Every day: 7:00 AM โ€“ 10:00 PM

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Ready to Get Started?

For AC work in a home without ductwork, Clearbrook Heating and Air is ready to help.

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