A new air conditioner is one of the largest purchases you will make for your home — and in Miami it will run harder than almost anywhere in the country. David Solutions Air Conditioning sizes every system with a load calculation, inspects your ductwork before quoting, and installs Carrier, Trane, Goodman, Rheem and other major brands, with a free in-home estimate and financing for qualifying installations.
One of these on its own doesn’t mean you need a new system. Two or three together usually means a repair is money spent on equipment that will fail again. If you are weighing that decision right now, our guide on whether to repair or replace your AC in Miami walks through the math.
Most installation problems we are called to fix are not equipment problems — they are sizing problems. An oversized unit cools the air fast, shuts off, and never runs long enough to pull moisture out. The result is a house at 74°F that still feels sticky, with mold risk in closets and ducts. An undersized unit runs non-stop in August and still can’t keep up.
Before we recommend any system, we complete a load calculation CLIENT CONFIRMATION REQUIRED — confirm Manual J or equivalent that accounts for your square footage, insulation, window area and orientation, ceiling height and number of occupants. The tonnage comes from that calculation — not from what was installed last time, and not from a rule of thumb.
We look at the existing equipment, the air handler location, the electrical service, the condensate drain route and the ductwork — including attic runs and the plenum that most quick quotes ignore.
You receive a written quote with clear options at different efficiency and price levels, and a plain explanation of what you gain by spending more — or why you don't need to.
AC replacements in Miami-Dade require a mechanical permit from the local building department. We handle the permit and schedule the work to keep the time you are without cooling as short as possible.
Old equipment is removed and disposed of properly, refrigerant is recovered, the new condenser is set level and secured to its pad, line sets are cleaned or replaced, and the system is evacuated and charged to the manufacturer's specifications.
Old equipment is removed and disposed of properly, refrigerant is recovered, the new condenser is set level and secured to its pad, line sets are cleaned or replaced, and the system is evacuated and charged to the manufacturer's specifications.
The standard for most Miami homes: an outdoor condenser paired with an indoor air handler and coil. We match indoor and outdoor components so the system performs as rated.
A heat pump cools exactly like an air conditioner and also gives efficient heat on the handful of cool nights Miami gets each winter.
Ideal for additions, converted garages, older homes without ductwork, or rooms that never cool properly.
If only one half of the system has failed, replacing just that half is sometimes possible — but compatibility and refrigerant type matter. We tell you when it makes sense and when it doesn't.
For most Miami homes, a complete central AC installation runs from about $5,500 to $12,000 or more, depending on system size, efficiency rating, brand, and how much ductwork, electrical or structural work the job needs. Single-zone ductless mini-splits typically start around $1,500–$3,000 installed.
Complete central AC system
Single-zone ductless mini-split
Two things changed for 2026 buyers. The federal 25C energy-efficiency tax credit ended for systems installed after December 31, 2025, so older articles promising a tax credit no longer apply. And new systems are now built for lower-GWP refrigerants such as R-454B and R-32; we explain what that means for your home — including when a remaining R-410A unit still makes sense — during the estimate.
Financing is available for qualifying installations lender and terms. For a detailed breakdown by home size, read our AC installation cost in Miami guide.
A new condenser connected to leaking, crushed or badly designed ducts will never deliver the efficiency on its label. That is why every installation quote includes a duct inspection. On one recent replacement, the inspection found overlapping duct runs and uninsulated dryer-type duct causing condensation in the attic; a plenum repair solved it without replacing the whole duct system.
“He took it a step further by doing a full plenum repair, saving me from needing to replace all my ducting.”
If your ducts are simply dirty rather than damaged, our guide to duct cleaning in Miami explains when cleaning is worth the money.
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David and his team were amazing! They helped us clean and repair our AC handler unit, which had been causing damage to our home, and worked with us to find a solution that stayed within our budget. Their professionalism, expertise, and willingness to communicate throughout the process made everything so much easier. We will definitely use David and his team again and highly recommend them!Posted on Google![]()
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David help me repair the air condition of the rental house on a Sunday, his service was excelent and precise, his troubleshooting technique are superb, thanks you for your profesionalism and I will recomend his service to all my clients. He is very honest and a great person.Posted on Google![]()
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Excelente customer services y un muy profesional en su trabajo, explicando detalladamente todas los detalles del equipo y las alternativas para todas las soluciones y la reparación quedó excelentePosted on Google![]()
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Excelente servicio , eficiencia . Un trato cordial , amable y muy educado . Recomiendo a David plenamente !!!Posted on Google![]()
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Amazing experience with David. He showed up on Sunday evening, fixed my AC and installed thermostat.Posted on Google![]()
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David gracias me dejastes el aire como nuevo. David te ensena lo que tiene el aire ye explica como manterlo trabajando sin problema y te da sujeremcia. bien respetuoso de loa alrededores y personal lo recomiendo con los ojos cerados Gracias David!!Posted on Google![]()
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Everything was great, excellent work
We install and replace systems throughout Miami-Dade County. Homes in Coral Gables often need extra planning for older construction and attic air handlers, and many Doral homes built in the 2000s now have original builder-grade systems reaching replacement age — see AC repair and replacement in Doral. If your system fails before you are ready to replace it, our 24 hour AC repair team can keep you cool in the meantime.
Most straightforward replacements are completed in one day. Installations that involve ductwork changes, relocating equipment or adding a new system can take two to three days.
Only a load calculation answers that accurately. As a rough reference, many 2,000 sq ft Miami homes land between 3.5 and 4.5 tons, but insulation, windows, sun exposure and layout can move it significantly.
Yes. AC replacements require a mechanical permit from the local building department. Our team takes care of it
With regular maintenance, most central systems in Miami last around 10 to 15 years. Coastal salt air and skipped maintenance shorten that.
No. The federal 25C credit ended for equipment placed in service after December 31, 2025. Ask us about any current utility or manufacturer promotions when we visit.
Yes, for qualifying installations terms. We explain the options during the free estimate.
Yes — single-zone and multi-zone systems for additions, garages, older homes and problem rooms.
Tell us about your home and we will schedule a visit, run the load calculation and give you written options. Call 786-674-1548 or use the form below.
Florida HVAC Licensed & Insured | Serving Miami-Dade County Since 1993