AC installation and replacement in Tampa
A new system done right is sized to your house, not the old nameplate, and installed with the ductwork and refrigerant charge checked. That's what decides whether it lasts 15 years or 8.
Time to replace
- The system is 10 to 15 years old
- It uses R-22 refrigerant
- Repairs are adding up
- Bills keep climbing while comfort drops
- The house never gets dry
- You're remodeling or adding on
What we install
Central split systems
Matched condensers and air handlers from the major brands, in standard and high-efficiency tiers.
Heat pumps
The right choice for most Tampa homes: efficient cooling with cheap heat for the few cold nights. See heat pumps.
Variable-speed systems
Better humidity control and lower bills for homes that run the AC all day.
Ductless mini-splits
Garages, additions, lanais and rooms the main system can't reach.
Air handlers and coils
Replacing a failed indoor unit when the condenser is still sound.
How an installation goes
- Load calculation. Sizing the system to your home's square footage, insulation, windows and orientation.
- Quote and options. Two or three systems at different efficiency levels, with the price of each.
- Permit. Required in Hillsborough and Pasco counties. Your contractor pulls it.
- Installation. Usually one day. Old equipment is hauled away, new equipment is set, charged and tested.
- Inspection and registration. The county inspects the work and the warranty is registered in your name.
What affects the price
- System size in tons and efficiency rating (SEER2).
- Single-stage, two-stage or variable-speed.
- Ductwork changes, electrical and drain line updates.
- Air handler location: garage, closet or attic.
- Permit fees and haul-away.
You get the price for your job before any work starts.
Sizing a system for Tampa
Bigger is not better here. An oversized system cools the air fast and shuts off before it removes humidity, which leaves the house clammy and grows mold. A proper load calculation is the difference. Florida's minimum efficiency for new systems is higher than most of the country, and the utility rebates that come and go are worth asking about.
Common questions
How long does installation take?
Most like-for-like replacements are done in a day.
What size AC do I need?
A load calculation decides. Rule-of-thumb sizing by square footage is how homes end up oversized and humid.
Heat pump or straight AC?
In Tampa, a heat pump. It cools exactly like an AC and heats far cheaper than electric strips on cold nights.
Do you offer financing?
Financing options are available on new systems. Ask when you get your quote.
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Areas we serve
AC installation and replacement across Tampa and these nearby communities: