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No clickbait, no SEO filler, just practical advice from twelve years of Tyler and the team being in South Florida homes. If you've got a question we haven't answered, ask us, we'll write a post about it.

Homeowner checking thermostat because AC is not cooling
Diagnostics Β· 8 min read Β· New

AC not cooling? Your 5-minute checklist, then every cause by symptom

About a third of β€œAC not cooling” calls are fixed by five checks you can do yourself. The checklist, then the real causes matched to your exact symptom.

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New R-454B AC system installed outside a South Florida home
Buying Guide Β· 9 min read Β· New

How much does a new AC cost in Florida in 2026?

Prices jumped with the R-454B refrigerant changeover, and the federal tax credit is gone. Real South Florida installed prices and how to compare quotes.

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Thermostat and running AC during Florida summer heat
Diagnostics Β· 8 min read Β· New

Why is my AC running all day? (And what it's doing to your bill)

Some nonstop running is a normal Florida August. Some of it is a fault adding $50-$100 a month to your FPL bill. The test that tells you which.

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Technician evaluating an older R-410A AC system
Buying Guide Β· 8 min read Β· New

AC repair or replace in 2026? The refrigerant phaseout changed the math

Rising R-410A prices broke the old $5,000 rule. Which repairs are still worth it, which aren't, and when to replace on your own schedule.

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AC running in Florida home
Diagnostics Β· 8 min read

Why is my AC running but not cooling?

The seven most common causes when your AC is humming but the house won't cool. What to check first, what's a service call, and how to tell the difference.

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Iced-over AC evaporator coil
Diagnostics Β· 7 min read

Why is my AC freezing up in summer?

It feels backwards, but ice on a Florida AC in 95Β° heat is a clear sign something is wrong. The four causes (and the order to check them).

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AC condensate drain line in Florida
Maintenance Β· 6 min read

AC drain line clogged: how to fix it (and prevent it)

Your AC pulls 5-15 gallons of water out of Florida air every day. Here's how to clear a clog yourself, and the $40 upgrade that prevents ceiling damage.

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New AC installation outside home
Buying Guide Β· 9 min read

What size AC do I need for my Florida home?

The single most expensive mistake in Florida HVAC is buying the wrong size system. Why the square-footage rule fails, and how proper sizing actually works.

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Florida home preparing for hurricane
Storm Prep Β· 8 min read

How to prepare your AC for hurricane season in South Florida

Tie-down code, surge protection, the proper shut-down sequence, and the post-storm restart checklist most homeowners get wrong.

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Old AC unit being replaced
Lifespan Β· 7 min read

How long should an AC last in Florida?

Industry says 15-20 years. Florida reality is closer to 10-12 unmaintained, 14-16 maintained. Why our climate matters and the four habits that add years.

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Indoor air quality home
Air Quality Β· Coming soon

Why your allergies are worse indoors

Florida's humidity and pollen counts mean indoor air is often worse than outdoor air. The four-layer IAQ approach we recommend.

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