AC & HVAC · Fort Lauderdale, FL · Broward County
AC & HVAC in Fort Lauderdale, FL — Free Estimates, Permits Handled
Serving Fort Lauderdale and all of Broward County. Call for a free written estimate — Mon–Sat 8am–7pm.
Fort Lauderdale · Broward County
What Fort Lauderdale Homeowners Should Know About AC & HVAC
AC installation and replacement in Fort Lauderdale requires a proper load calculation — an undersized unit short-cycles, an oversized unit creates humidity problems in a climate where controlling humidity matters as much as controlling temperature. We install Carrier, Trane, Lennox, and Daikin systems sized to Florida Building Code's Manual J methodology. Every installation in Broward County is permitted and inspected.
Fort Lauderdale Building Services handles a dense and varied building stock — high-rise condos along the beach, historic neighborhoods inland, and suburban subdivisions west of I-95. Coastal properties near Las Olas or the beach may have additional flood zone and CCCL requirements. Broward permits generally process faster than Miami-Dade.
What We Do
AC & HVAC Services in Fort Lauderdale
- →Central AC system installation and replacement
- →Ductwork installation and repair
- →Mini-split (ductless) AC installation
- →Air handler and condenser replacement
- →HVAC load calculations (Manual J)
- →Thermostat and smart home integration
Service Area
Serving Fort Lauderdale and Nearby Areas
We serve Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Broward County communities. Not sure if we cover your area? Call — we serve all of Broward County.
Ready for a free ac & hvac estimate in Fort Lauderdale?
We assess your project and give you a written estimate — no commitment required. Mon–Sat 8am–7pm.
(786) 983-7928Common Questions
AC & HVAC in Fort Lauderdale — FAQ
Do AC installations require a permit in Fort Lauderdale?
Yes — new AC installation and full system replacement require both a mechanical permit and an electrical permit in Broward County. We handle all permits. An unpermitted AC installation creates issues with insurance claims and property resale.
What SEER2 rating do I need in Fort Lauderdale, Florida?
Florida Building Code requires a minimum 15 SEER2 for new split system installations as of January 2023. We recommend 16–18 SEER2 for Broward County homes — the energy savings in South Florida's 8–9 month cooling season are substantial.
How do I know what size AC I need in Fort Lauderdale?
Sizing requires a Manual J load calculation — not a rule of thumb. South Florida's humidity, insulation quality, window type, and home orientation all affect the load. We run a proper load calculation before recommending any equipment size.
What is the $5,000 rule for AC replacement in Fort Lauderdale?
The "$5,000 rule" is an industry guideline: if (age of AC in years) × (repair cost in dollars) exceeds $5,000, replacement typically makes more financial sense than repair. In South Florida, most AC systems run near-capacity for 8+ months per year, which accelerates wear.
Free AC & HVAC Estimate in Fort Lauderdale, FL
We serve Fort Lauderdale and all of Broward County. Free written estimates, permits handled, no-pressure assessments.
Call (786) 983-7928