Many Allston apartments depend on window AC units or portable heaters — landlords adding mini-splits must place condensers where alley noise rules allow. September move-in is when 'no AC' calls spike.
Comm Ave walk-ups lack central ducts — PTAC or mini-split retrofits dominate upgrade conversations. Upload exterior wall and electrical panel photos for line-set planning.
Window AC install/removal is seasonal handyman work; refrigerant systems need licensed HVAC. Book AC tune-ups in May before Allston's humid July stretches.