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Daikin FIT

A complete, inverter-driven Daikin system built for real homes — quieter, more efficient, and compact enough for the tightest St. Louis lots. Installed by a Daikin Comfort Pro Authorized Dealer.

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Explore Daikin solutions by what your home needs

Start with the problem you are trying to solve, then let Degenhardt translate it into the right Daikin system, ductwork, controls, and rebate path for South St. Louis homes.

Installed by a Daikin Comfort Pro Authorized Dealer with Local 36 union craftsmanship, NATE-certified technicians, and BBB A+ accreditation.

Local rebates & savings

See How Much You Could Save

Use this quick estimator to identify the verified Daikin FIT rebate path and the questions we need to confirm for Ameren, Spire, financing, and local eligibility. Amounts are estimates, not guarantees.

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What is Daikin FIT?

A complete Daikin system, built for real homes

Daikin FIT is an inverter-driven outdoor unit that pairs with a matching Daikin furnace or air handler and the Daikin ONE smart thermostat to act as one system. Available as straight cooling or as a full heat pump — both run smoother and quieter than the on/off condensers most homes still have today.

We install FIT for South St. Louis homeowners who want serious efficiency, modern comfort controls, and a manufacturer-backed warranty — without the noise and bulk of older equipment.

  • Inverter-driven efficiency

    The FIT compressor ramps up and down to match the moment instead of slamming on and off. That means steadier temperatures, less energy waste, and a more comfortable home.

  • Quiet by design

    Side-discharge airflow and a sound-engineered cabinet keep the outdoor unit quieter than traditional top-discharge condensers — important on a small St. Louis lot or near a bedroom window.

  • Compact, low-profile cabinet

    The FIT outdoor unit fits tight clearances where a traditional condenser will not. Useful on older South City lots or anywhere side-yard space is limited.

  • Heat pump or AC configurations

    Available as a straight cooling unit or as a full heat pump. Either way, it pairs with a Daikin furnace or air handler — and the Daikin ONE smart thermostat ties it all together.

Real installs

Daikin systems we've installed across South St. Louis

Real Daikin furnace, condenser, and ductless work from our crews — installed and sealed to factory spec by Local 36 union sheet metal technicians.

  • High-efficiency Daikin gas furnace installed in a South St. Louis basement
  • Daikin outdoor condenser unit installed beside a St. Louis home
  • Daikin furnace and matched air handler in a clean garage installation
  • Daikin ductless mini-split condenser installed on a St. Louis rooftop

Why install with us

The right system, installed the right way

A FIT system is only as good as the install. Here's what comes with putting Degenhardt Heating and Cooling on the job.

  • Daikin Comfort Pro Authorized Dealer

    We are a participating independent Daikin Comfort Pro Authorized Dealer — the program required for the homeowner rebate and for full factory-backed warranty terms.

  • Union sheet metal craftsmanship

    Local 36 sheet metal training means clean, straight, well-sealed duct connections. A high-efficiency system will only perform as well as the ducts you bolt it to.

  • 40+ years on St. Louis homes

    Family-owned since 1984. We know which neighborhoods have the tight side yards, the older registers, the steam-to-forced-air retrofits — and how to install a modern FIT system into all of them.

  • Honest, holistic estimates

    Before we quote a FIT system we check load, airflow, ductwork, and controls — not just the noisy box outside. Free estimates and upfront pricing, every time.

What a FIT install includes

A complete, factory-matched system

For the rebate and full warranty, Daikin requires every piece work together. Here is what we install on a typical FIT job:

  • Daikin FIT outdoor unit (heat pump or straight cooling, sized to your home's load)
  • Matching Daikin furnace or air handler — factory-paired to your FIT outdoor unit
  • Daikin ONE smart thermostat — controls the system as one and supports remote scheduling
  • Inspection of existing ductwork, including duct sealing or modifications as needed
  • Refrigerant line set, electrical, and condensate work to code
  • Startup, calibration, and walkthrough so you know exactly how the system runs
Free estimate
Cooling or heat pump
$750 rebate

Ready to upgrade to a Daikin FIT system?

Tell us a little about your home and current equipment and we'll come out for a free estimate. We'll size the FIT system correctly, confirm what your ductwork needs, and lay out the full rebate paperwork so you actually get the $750 back.

Rebate requires the purchase and installation of a full Daikin FIT system (FIT outdoor unit and matching Daikin furnace or air handler) and a Daikin ONE smart thermostat by a participating independent Daikin Comfort Pro Authorized Dealer (U.S. only). Manufacturer’s rebate available May 1, 2026 through July 31, 2026. Program subject to change at Daikin’s discretion. See full terms.

Manufacturer rebate

Save $750 on a qualifying Daikin FIT system

Install a full Daikin FIT system — FIT outdoor unit, matching Daikin furnace or air handler, and a Daikin ONE smart thermostat — and we'll apply the $750 homeowner rebate at install. Valid May 1, 2026 – July 31, 2026. Depending on your equipment, you may also qualify for Ameren Missouri or Spire rebates — explore rebates & incentives.