AC INSTALLATIONS IN TAMPA BAY

The size of the AC you will need for your home should be professionally assessed during a heat load calculation. HVAC professionals and technicians use this to assess the size of equipment (in BTU) needed to cool a building. The size of the AC unit you need mainly considers the square footage of the space (home size) but must also consider other factors, such as insulation, age of the home, windows/doors, and other factors.

No, never attempt to install AC system without professional and licensed HVAC technicians. An AC system involves complex mechanical equipment, electrical work, and refrigerant, all of which can be highly dangerous in the wrong hands.

In most cases, you can install a new central AC system in an average-sized home (1,500 square feet) for between $5,500 and $7,200. However, the price you pay depends on several other factors. A full HVAC system with a central air conditioner, furnace and considerable ductwork installed in a large home can cost $15,000 or even higher—but costs can be made more manageable with financing options.

It’s not always obvious that you need a new air conditioner. If your AC system is older than 10-15 years, bills for AC repairs are increasing each year and expensive parts need replacing, it might pay to replace your unit.

Other common signs that your AC may need replacing include rising electricity bills, poor cooling performance, increasing moisture and humidity in the home, and loud noises or strange smells coming from the unit.

You can prolong the life of your AC system with regular maintenance. Well-maintained, high-quality HVAC equipment should last at least 10-20 years.