How long does an AC system last in Central Florida?

Central Florida's runtime is roughly twice the national average, so residential AC systems here typically last 10–14 years rather than the 15–20 commonly quoted nationally. Annual maintenance (coil cleaning, refrigerant check, drain line flush) is the single biggest factor in pushing toward the higher end of that range.

Should I repair my old AC or replace it?

A common rule of thumb: if the repair cost times the age of the system exceeds the replacement cost, replace it. In Florida the calculation is also affected by R-22 refrigerant phase-out (older systems) and the efficiency jump from old single-stage to current variable-speed equipment, which can cut summer power bills 20–35%.

What does SEER2 mean and how high should I go?

SEER2 is the updated DOE efficiency rating that replaced SEER in 2023; it's measured under more realistic duct and static-pressure conditions. The federal minimum for the Southeast is 14.3 SEER2. For most Florida homes the cost-effective sweet spot is 15–17 SEER2 — above that, the payback period stretches beyond the system's expected life.

Are there utility rebates for new AC systems in Orlando?

Yes — depending on your electric utility (Duke Energy, OUC, or KUA serve different parts of the Orlando metro including Orlando), rebates exist for high-efficiency heat pumps, duct sealing, and smart thermostats. Ask any HVAC contractor for the current rebate forms; reputable installers handle the paperwork as part of the install.

HVAC Contractors in Orlando, FL

This directory lists 41 HVAC contractors serving the Orlando, FL metro area, making it easier for homeowners and property owners to find licensed local professionals for installation, repair, and maintenance work.

Orlando's humid subtropical climate means cooling systems carry a heavy load for much of the year. The combination of prolonged heat and high humidity puts consistent demand on air conditioning equipment, so choosing a properly sized system and keeping up with routine maintenance can make a real difference in both indoor comfort and monthly energy costs.

Browse listings below to compare local options.

HVAC

One Way Air

Florida CAC License

★ 5.0 (114 reviews)

121 S Orange Ave suite 1568, Orlando, FL 32801

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Mechanical One of Orlando - Air Conditioning, Plumbing and Electrical

★ 5.0 (1,221 reviews)

5257 L B McLeod Rd #1200, Orlando, FL 32811

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Precision Comfort HVAC Services

Florida CAC License

★ 5.0 (23 reviews)

2901 Peel Ave, Orlando, FL 32806

HVAC

Kytech heat & air

★ 5.0 (41 reviews)

4630 S Kirkman Rd, Orlando, FL 32811

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Clear Comfort Air Conditioning & Heating – Orlando

★ 5.0 (1,159 reviews)

7235 Spring Villas Cir, Orlando, FL 32819

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Golden Comfort AC & Heating Repair

★ 5.0 (126 reviews)

480 N Orange Ave Suite 5, Orlando, FL 32801

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AC's Heating & Air

★ 5.0 (199 reviews)

6250 Edgewater Dr suite 400, Orlando, FL 32810

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Al-Air

★ 5.0 (75 reviews)

4469 Brooke St, Orlando, FL 32811

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Sunbright HVAC LLC

Florida CAC License

★ 5.0 (36 reviews)

8240 Exchange Dr Suite Cloud 1, Orlando, FL 32809

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Comfort Pros Air & Heat, LLC

Florida CAC License

★ 5.0 (342 reviews)

1606 Aber Rd, Orlando, FL 32807

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Father and Son Air Conditioning and Duct Orlando

★ 4.9 (43 reviews)

1612 Camerbur Dr, Orlando, FL 32805

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Orlando HVAC Air Conditioning

★ 4.9 (240 reviews)

6000 N Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32808

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ServiceOne Air Conditioning & Plumbing

Florida CAC License

★ 4.9 (803 reviews)

4556 36th St, Orlando, FL 32811

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EMPIRE STATE FL AIR CONDITIONING

Florida CAC License

★ 4.9 (34 reviews)

6412 Queens Borough Ave, Orlando, FL 32835

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ABC Air Conditioning & Heating Specialist

Florida CAC License

★ 4.9 (1,223 reviews)

1005 N Pine Hills Rd SUITE B, Orlando, FL 32808

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Webster Air Conditioning and Heating Inc.

Florida CAC License

★ 4.9 (213 reviews)

3400 Old Winter Garden Rd, Orlando, FL 32805

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Downtown Air and Heat

★ 4.9 (286 reviews)

311 E Jersey St, Orlando, FL 32806

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Aloha Air

Florida CAC License

★ 4.9 (138 reviews)

1614 Camerbur Dr, Orlando, FL 32805

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Belle Air

★ 4.9 (1,809 reviews)

379 W Michigan St Ste 200, Orlando, FL 32806

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MR AC OF ORLANDO

★ 4.8 (223 reviews)

618 E South St STE 500, Orlando, FL 32801

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One Hour Air Conditioning & Heating

Florida CAC License

★ 4.8 (433 reviews)

2180 Premier Row Suite A, Orlando, FL 32809

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Endeavor HVAC Orlando - Heating And Air Conditioning

★ 4.8 (21 reviews)

7801 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32809

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Gary Munson Heating & Air Conditioning

★ 4.8 (550 reviews)

2230 Curry Ford Rd B, Orlando, FL 32806

HVAC

Our Place Air & Home Repair

★ 4.8 (2,205 reviews)

1024 W Pine St, Orlando, FL 32805

HVAC

English Air Inc.

Florida CMC License

★ 4.8 (414 reviews)

37 Drennen Rd, Orlando, FL 32806

HVAC

4 Seasons Air Conditioning and Heating

★ 4.8 (886 reviews)

6648 N Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32810

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Chavez & Sons

★ 4.7 (85 reviews)

6917 Municipal Dr, Orlando, FL 32819

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Mills Air Inc

Florida CAC License

★ 4.7 (2,442 reviews)

6502 Forest City Rd, Orlando, FL 32810

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Professional, Inc.

★ 4.7 (77 reviews)

3708 Gardenia Ave, Orlando, FL 32839

HVAC

Frank Gay Services

Florida CBC License

★ 4.7 (14,392 reviews)

100 Sunport Ln #100, Orlando, FL 32809

HVAC

Ferran Air Conditioning, Electrical & Plumbing

★ 4.7 (1,283 reviews)

530 Grand St, Orlando, FL 32805

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Bob Heinmiller Air Conditioning Inc

Florida CAC License

★ 4.7 (507 reviews)

1537 W Smith St, Orlando, FL 32804

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Local AC

★ 4.6 (308 reviews)

55 W Church St UNIT 2805, Orlando, FL 32801

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Air Pros (Orlando)

★ 4.6 (635 reviews)

6421 Pinecastle Blvd STE 2, Orlando, FL 32809

HVAC

AmeriTech Air Conditioning and Heating

Florida CBC License

★ 4.6 (462 reviews)

6290 Edgewater Dr Suite C, Orlando, FL 32810

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AND Services

Florida CAC License

★ 4.6 (274 reviews)

3248 W Colonial Dr, Orlando, FL 32808

HVAC

Orlando Heating, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

★ 4.5 (13 reviews)

6700 Conroy Windermere Rd, Orlando, FL 32835

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Rincoli HVAC Services Corp Orlando

★ 4.5 (2 reviews)

6443 Axeitos Terrace #101, Orlando, FL 32835

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Action Air Of Florida

Florida CAC License

★ 4.3 (107 reviews)

501 N Hudson St, Orlando, FL 32835

HVAC

Berg AC, Inc

★ 4.2 (15 reviews)

5401 S Kirkman Rd Suite 310, Orlando, FL 32819

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Westbrook Service Company, LLC

Florida CMC License

★ 4.2 (278 reviews)

1411 S Orange Blossom Trl, Orlando, FL 32805

Hiring a hvac contractor in Orlando, FL

In Orlando, FL, your HVAC system runs harder and longer than almost anywhere else in the country — eight to ten months of active cooling per year — and that makes choosing the right HVAC contractor for installs, replacements, and maintenance directly tied to your monthly power bill and indoor air quality. The directory below lists active HVAC contractors so you can compare and verify.

A correctly sized and installed 16-SEER2 system in Central Florida outperforms an oversized 20-SEER2 that short-cycles, so the contractor's Manual J load calculation matters more than the equipment brand.

How to verify a hvac contractor's license in Florida

Look for license type: CAC — Certified Air Conditioning Contractor (Class A)

Go to myfloridalicense.com, the official Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) portal, and use "Verify a License." Search by the contractor's business name, the qualifier's individual name, or the license number itself. Confirm the license type is "CAC — Certified Air Conditioning Contractor (Class A)," the status reads "Current, Active," the expiration date is in the future, and there is no disciplinary or complaint history attached to the record.

"CAC" is the broadest statewide certification (any size system). You may also see CMC (mechanical contractor) or RA / RM (registered, local-jurisdiction only). For residential central air, CAC or CMC are the typical credentials to look for.

Verify a license at myfloridalicense.com →

Why verifying matters in Florida

Florida law (§ 489.127, F.S.) makes it a third-degree felony to contract without a license on a project valued at $5,000 or more, or any size project during a declared state of emergency. Verifying licensure before you sign a contract is the single most important step you can take to protect your home and your deposit. Central Florida's hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, and unlicensed storm-chasing crews routinely move through Orange, Seminole, and Osceola counties after a major event. Confirming an active state license — and an in-state business address you can actually drive to — keeps you out of that risk pool. Refrigerant handling without an EPA Section 608 certification is illegal, and most homeowners can't tell the difference at the curb — the license check is your filter.

Questions to ask before you hire

Will you perform a Manual J load calculation, or are you sizing this system off square footage and a rule of thumb?
Are you pulling a mechanical permit, and what inspections are required on the install?
What is the parts warranty, what is the compressor warranty, and what is your labor warranty — in writing, in years?
Is the install crew your employees or subcontracted, and does your insurance cover them on my property?
Will you also evaluate and seal the ductwork, or is that a separate quote? (In most Florida attics, duct leakage is the #1 efficiency loss.)

Frequently asked questions

How long does an AC system last in Central Florida?: Central Florida's runtime is roughly twice the national average, so residential AC systems here typically last 10–14 years rather than the 15–20 commonly quoted nationally. Annual maintenance (coil cleaning, refrigerant check, drain line flush) is the single biggest factor in pushing toward the higher end of that range.
Should I repair my old AC or replace it?: A common rule of thumb: if the repair cost times the age of the system exceeds the replacement cost, replace it. In Florida the calculation is also affected by R-22 refrigerant phase-out (older systems) and the efficiency jump from old single-stage to current variable-speed equipment, which can cut summer power bills 20–35%.
What does SEER2 mean and how high should I go?: SEER2 is the updated DOE efficiency rating that replaced SEER in 2023; it's measured under more realistic duct and static-pressure conditions. The federal minimum for the Southeast is 14.3 SEER2. For most Florida homes the cost-effective sweet spot is 15–17 SEER2 — above that, the payback period stretches beyond the system's expected life.
Are there utility rebates for new AC systems in Orlando?: Yes — depending on your electric utility (Duke Energy, OUC, or KUA serve different parts of the Orlando metro including Orlando), rebates exist for high-efficiency heat pumps, duct sealing, and smart thermostats. Ask any HVAC contractor for the current rebate forms; reputable installers handle the paperwork as part of the install.