AC installation and replacement in Orlando, FL
Systems sized to your house rather than to a rule of thumb. Most Orlando installations are completed in a day, with financing available on qualifying jobs.
- Load calculation before quote
- Financing available
- Licensed HVAC contractor
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How much does AC installation cost in Orlando?
Most Orlando air conditioning replacements run between $3,900 and $6,800 installed, and the typical job lands around $5,300. A standard efficiency system for a two to three ton home generally falls in the $4,000 to $5,500 range, a higher efficiency system in the same house $5,500 to $7,500, and a larger four or five ton home $6,500 to $9,500.
Three things move that number more than anything else: the size and efficiency rating you choose, whether the existing ductwork needs repair or replacement, which is worth reading about on our Orlando air duct cleaning page, and whether the new equipment requires an electrical upgrade. We tell you which of those apply to your house before you commit rather than partway through.
Permit and inspection are handled by us and priced into the job. Financing is available on qualifying installations, subject to approval.
Why AC sizing matters in Orlando and Central Florida
The most common problem we find on replacement quotes is a system chosen by square footage. Two identical floor plans in the same Orlando subdivision can need different equipment depending on window orientation, attic insulation, duct condition, and shade.
Oversizing is the usual outcome, and it feels like it should be better. It is not. An oversized system cools the air quickly, shuts off before it has removed the humidity, and leaves you with a house that is cold and clammy while short cycling wears out the compressor early.
We run a load calculation before quoting. It takes longer than reading the label on your old unit, and it is the difference between a system that works for twelve years and one you fight with.
What Orlando AC installation day looks like
Most residential installations are a single day. Here is how that day runs.
Load calculation and quote
We measure the house, check the ducts, and present options at different efficiency levels with the cost difference explained.
Scheduling
Most residential installations take one day. We confirm the timeline before you commit.
Removal and preparation
Old equipment out, line set and electrical checked, ducts inspected and sealed where needed.
Installation and testing
New equipment set, charged to specification, and tested under load rather than just switched on.
Walkthrough
We show you the thermostat, the filter location and size, and what maintenance the warranty requires.
What every Orlando AC installation covers
Included in the quoted price, not added to it.
- A load calculation rather than a guess from square footage
- Inspection of existing ductwork with leaks identified before they cost you efficiency
- Correct refrigerant charge verified under load
- A new thermostat where the existing one is not compatible
- Permit and inspection handled by us
- Manufacturer warranty registered on your behalf
- Our own workmanship guarantee on the installation
Get an Orlando AC replacement quote
We run a load calculation before quoting and give you options at different efficiency levels with the cost difference explained.
Signs your Orlando AC needs replacing rather than repairing
f your system falls on the repair side of this, AC repair in Orlando is the page you want.
Replace if
- Past twelve years, which is a normal Orlando lifespan
- Compressor or evaporator coil failure
- Uses R-22 refrigerant, no longer manufactured
- Repairs in consecutive seasons
- Bills rising while comfort drops
Repair if
- Under ten years old
- Failed part is a capacitor, contactor, or motor
- No refrigerant leak
- First failure rather than a pattern
- Repair cost well under a third of replacement
Orlando neighborhoods we serve
We install across Orlando and southern Orange County. Call (863) 345-0493 to confirm your neighborhood.
- Hunters Creek
- Lake Nona
- Dr. Phillips
- Bay Hill
- Winderemere
- Meadow Woods
- Southchase
- Oak Ridge
- Azalea Park
- Pine Hills
- Maitland
What Orlando homeowners say about our AC installations
Reviews from our air conditioner replacement and installation customers across Orlando and Orange County
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Financing is available on qualifying installations, subject to approval.
Orlando AC replacement FAQ
Common questions our technicians get in Orlando for AC installations
Is a bigger AC unit better in Florida?
No, and this is the most common sizing mistake here. An oversized system cools too fast to remove humidity, leaving the house cold and damp, and short cycles until the compressor wears out early. Correctly sized beats oversized every time.
Do you offer financing on new AC systems in Orlando?
Yes, on qualifying installations and subject to approval. Ask about current terms and any promotions running.
What warranty comes with a new air conditioning system?
The manufacturer warranty on the equipment, which we register for you, plus our own guarantee on the installation work. Most manufacturer warranties require documented annual maintenance to remain valid.
Can you install a heat pump instead of a straight air conditioner?
Yes, and in most Orlando homes that is what we recommend. A heat pump handles both seasons with one system, which suits a climate with mild winters and long summers. Our Orlando heating page covers the heat pump and furnace comparison in full.