Licensed HVAC Contractor  |  Palm Beach County, FL  |  Since 1996

AC Installation & Replacement. Done To Code.

Full system changeouts and major component replacement for residential and commercial properties across Palm Beach County. Load-calculated sizing, hurricane-rated mounting, permits and inspection handled, and the charge set by weight rather than by feel.

Licensed, Insured & Code-Compliant  •  License #CAC057209  •  Permit & Inspection Coordination  •  Financing Available

One DayMost Residential Changeouts
Wind-RatedCondenser Pads To Florida Standard
CAC057209Licensed & Insured
PermittedInspection Scheduled By Us
Sized By CalculationCooling load worked out for the building as it stands now — not by matching the tonnage of whatever was there before.
Charged By WeightRefrigerant weighed in to manufacturer specification and verified by superheat, which is what protects the compressor warranty.
Signed Off ProperlyPermit pulled, inspection scheduled, and the job not called finished until full operational testing has passed.

What This Covers

Installation And Replacement, Residential And Commercial

Advanced Cooling and Heating is a licensed Florida HVAC contractor (License #CAC057209), established in 1996 and based in West Palm Beach. This covers complete system changeouts and major component replacement — air handler, condenser, or both — for homes and for commercial buildings including rooftop units.

In Florida an installation is a compliance job as much as a mechanical one. Hurricane-rated condenser pads meeting wind-load standards, current electrical code, manufacturer refrigerant specification and municipal inspection all apply, and a replacement done without a permit will surface later — usually at the point of sale, when it is expensive.

The quality risks are just as concrete. An oversized system short cycles and leaves humidity behind; an undersized one runs constantly and never quite gets there. Both shorten equipment life. Many Florida homes are on slab, so condensate management and pad elevation matter for moisture protection as well as for passing inspection.

ScopeFull changeout, or air handler / condenser alone
Typical TimelineMost residential jobs in one day
CommercialCrane staging, permitting, panel evaluation
LicenseFlorida HVAC Contractor #CAC057209
CoveragePalm Beach and Broward counties

The Installation

Eight Steps, Every Job

This is the sequence on a full changeout. None of it is optional, and the last step is the one most often skipped by whoever quoted cheapest.

1. Safe Removal

Existing air handler and condenser removed, refrigerant recovered properly, protective coverings down throughout.

2. Hurricane-Rated Pad

New condenser pad installed to Florida wind-load standards, at the elevation that protects against moisture and passes inspection.

3. Line Set

New copper line connections where the existing set is not suitable for the new equipment or refrigerant.

4. Duct Reconnection

Ductwork reconnected and sealed, with airflow verified rather than assumed.

5. Condensate

Drain line configured and slope confirmed — the detail that causes water damage when it is wrong.

6. Electrical

Reconnection and voltage verification, with panel evaluation and upgrade where the new equipment requires it.

7. Refrigerant Charge

Weighed in to manufacturer specification and verified, not topped up until the air feels cold.

8. Startup Testing

Full operational test and calibration — temperature split, airflow, humidity control — before we call it done.

Then Inspection

Permit pulled at the start and municipal inspection scheduled by us, so compliance is not left with you.

Getting It Right

Sizing, Efficiency And Commercial Work

Two things separate a good installation from a cheap one: whether the system was sized for the building, and whether anyone verified the result. Commercial jobs add coordination on top.

What We Evaluate

  • Cooling load for the building as it is now
  • Correct tonnage — oversizing is as harmful as undersizing
  • Efficiency tier against Southeast Florida's long cooling season
  • Electrical compatibility and whether the panel needs work
  • Warranty terms and what keeps them valid
  • Long-term running cost, not just purchase price

High-efficiency equipment only pays back if the install is right. Sealed ducts and an accurate charge matter more than the SEER number on the box.

Commercial Coordination

  • Crane staging for rooftop removal and placement
  • Municipal permitting and inspection scheduling
  • Electrical panel evaluation and upgrades where required
  • Load calculation verification for correct sizing
  • Airflow balancing and operational performance testing
  • Work scheduled around occupancy and trading hours

Poorly coordinated commercial installs cause inspection delays and early component failure. Planning is the cheap part.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT AC INSTALLATION & REPLACEMENT

Most residential installations are completed within one day. Larger properties or complex configurations may require additional time. Commercial projects vary depending on rooftop access and inspection coordination. 

Yes. We coordinate permitting and municipal inspection scheduling for commercial HVAC projects when required.

Cost depends on system size, efficiency level, electrical requirements, and structural configuration. A detailed written estimate is provided before work begins outlining equipment and labor scope. Financing options are available. 

Yes. Financing options are available for residential projects to help manage investment while restoring cooling performance immediately. 

Because air conditioning systems in Florida operate for long periods throughout the year, high-efficiency equipment can significantly reduce energy use and improve humidity control. Professional installation by Advanced Cooling and Heating, headquartered in West Palm Beach and serving all of Southeast Florida and the surrounding areas, ensures you receive the maximum benefit from your system.

In most cases, matched system replacement ensures optimal efficiency, airflow balance, and warranty protection. Mixing components can reduce performance and shorten lifespan.

GET FAST, PROFESSIONAL HVAC SERVICES FROM LICENSED LOCAL EXPERTS

From emergency AC repairs and refrigerant leak detection to full HVAC system replacement, ductwork installation, heat pump service, and indoor air quality solutions, our HVAC technicians are ready to respond.

If you are experiencing no cooling, system failure, electrical issues, or AC leaks, call now for priority dispatch at 561-697-4247.

System Failed Outright?

If you have no cooling and replacement is the answer, call first — we will get a technician out to confirm it and, where we can, put stabilization measures in place so you are not without cooling while equipment is sourced.

Call Now: (561) 697-4247

Licensed • Insured • Code-Compliant • Financing Available

Installed Once, Properly.

Book an evaluation and you will get a load calculation, an itemized written proposal, and an installation that passes inspection first time. Financing available on replacements.

AC Installation & Replacement Palm Beach County Florida  |  Residential & Commercial  |  Hurricane-Rated, Permitted & Inspected  |  Licensed HVAC Contractor #CAC057209