# Ares Comfort Systems > Family-owned HVAC company serving Lakewood, WA and the South Sound region. Heating, cooling, heat pumps, ductless mini-splits, and indoor air quality services with transparent pricing and factory-trained technicians. ## About - **Business**: Ares Comfort Systems - **Phone**: (253) 327-7002 - **Email**: Customerservice@arescomfortsystems.com - **Address**: Lakewood, WA 98499 - **Contractor license**: WA LIC # ARESCCS766CA - **Hours**: Mon–Fri 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Sun closed - **Emergency service**: Same-day and after-hours emergency availability — not a 24/7 call center. Call (253) 327-7002. - **Service Area**: Lakewood, Steilacoom, University Place, Tacoma, DuPont, Fircrest, Puyallup, Gig Harbor, Sumner, Bonney Lake, Federal Way, Auburn, Graham, Orting, Kent, Olympia, Lacey, Renton, Spanaway, Roy, Yelm ## Services - Air Conditioning (repair, installation, maintenance, tune-up) - Heating (furnace repair, installation, maintenance) - Heat Pumps (repair, installation, maintenance) - Ductless Mini-Split Systems (installation, service) - Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) (testing, filtration, humidification) - Light-Commercial HVAC (system changeouts and repair only) - Same-Day & After-Hours Emergency HVAC Service - Maintenance Plans - Financing through Synchrony ## Manufacturer Authorizations Factory-Authorized Dealer for Coleman, American Standard, Mitsubishi, Daikin, Goodman, Bosch, and Hisense. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Do you charge for diagnostics or estimates?** No — diagnostics and estimates are free and no-obligation, with upfront flat-rate pricing before any work begins. **Do you offer emergency HVAC service?** Yes — same-day and after-hours emergency service (we are honest that we are not a 24/7 call center). A licensed technician (WA LIC # ARESCCS766CA) is dispatched as fast as the schedule allows. **How quickly can you repair my AC?** In most cases same-day or next-day appointments across the Pierce County and South Sound service area, with after-hours emergency availability. **Which cities do you serve?** 21 cities across Pierce County and the South Sound — including Lakewood, Tacoma, Puyallup, University Place, Federal Way, Gig Harbor, and Olympia — from our Lakewood headquarters. Details: https://arescomfortsystems.com/service-areas **Is a furnace or a heat pump better for the South Sound?** For most homeowners in our service area, a heat pump (or hybrid dual-fuel system) is the most efficient choice — it handles mild, damp winters well and cools in summer. Homes with existing gas service and very low electric rates can still favor a furnace. **Are there rebates or tax credits for installing a heat pump in Washington?** Yes. Local utilities across Pierce, King, Thurston, and Kitsap Counties offer rebates for high-efficiency heat pumps, and federal tax credits cover up to $2,000 for qualifying heat pumps. Most programs have approval or application windows around the install date. **How often should I schedule HVAC maintenance?** Twice a year: spring (March–April) for cooling and fall (September–October) for heating. Year-round systems like heat pumps and ductless mini-splits especially need the bi-annual schedule. **How do I know if my furnace is too old to repair?** Systems between 12 and 15 years old are in the high-risk zone. A major component failure on a unit over 12 years old usually points toward replacement — we give an honest repair-vs-replace breakdown before you spend anything. **How often should I change air filters in Western Washington?** Check monthly and replace every 30–45 days during the damp heating months — faster than the standard 90-day advice, because high humidity clogs filters sooner. **What financing and payment options are available?** Financing through Synchrony for new systems and 6-month payment plans on repairs over $1,000. Details: https://arescomfortsystems.com/financing ## Key Pages - [Homepage](https://arescomfortsystems.com/): overview, primary services, social proof - [About Us](https://arescomfortsystems.com/about-us): company story, values - [FAQs](https://arescomfortsystems.com/faqs): answers on AC, heating, heat pumps, maintenance, IAQ, pricing, financing - [Services](https://arescomfortsystems.com/services): full services index - [Service Areas](https://arescomfortsystems.com/service-areas): cities served with city-specific pages - [Contact](https://arescomfortsystems.com/contact): contact form, phone, address, hours - [Financing](https://arescomfortsystems.com/financing): Synchrony application + payment options - [Promotions](https://arescomfortsystems.com/promotions): current deals and seasonal offers - [Reviews](https://arescomfortsystems.com/reviews): customer testimonials - [Careers](https://arescomfortsystems.com/careers): open roles and benefits - [Blog](https://arescomfortsystems.com/blog): HVAC tips and guides ## Booking & Quotes To request a quote, schedule service, or ask a question: 1. Call (253) 327-7002 (fastest, including emergencies) 2. Use the contact form at https://arescomfortsystems.com/contact 3. Email Customerservice@arescomfortsystems.com ## Financing Apply for Synchrony financing here: https://www.synchrony.com/mmc/S6229167407 ## Sitemap Machine-readable sitemap: https://arescomfortsystems.com/sitemap.xml