Clogged condensate drains
Algae builds up in the drain line and the system leaks or shuts itself off. A cleared and treated drain solves it, and a safety float switch prevents ceiling damage.
HVAC Services in Orlando, FL
In Orlando your air conditioner is not a luxury. It runs most of the year, and it has to pull water out of the air as well as heat.
Golden Comfort AC & Heating Repair repairs, replaces and maintains air conditioners and heat pumps for homes in Orlando and Central Florida, with emergency service 24/7. Our office is at 480 N Orange Ave Suite 5, Orlando, FL 32801.
Where to start
If your AC is down, call us now. If you are planning ahead, this page explains how Orlando's climate affects your system, what the work usually costs here, and how to find out about rebates from your utility.
Each service has its own page with prices, warning signs and a plain explanation of how we work:
Examples of our work
What Orlando's climate does to an air conditioner
Orlando summers combine heat in the low 90s with heavy humidity, afternoon thunderstorms and a rainy season that runs from about June through September. Your AC has two jobs here: lower the temperature and remove moisture.
Every hour it runs, it pulls water out of your indoor air, and that water has to leave through the condensate drain. Many gallons a day is normal in the wet months.
That moisture is behind some of the most common calls in Central Florida. Condensate drain lines clog with algae and slime, water backs up and leaks or trips a safety switch, and a system that cools the air but never dries it leaves a house feeling cool and clammy.
The EPA suggests keeping indoor humidity between 30 and 50 percent, which is hard to do if the system is the wrong size or the drain is blocked.
Storms add electrical risk. Lightning and the power surges that come when electricity returns can damage capacitors, control boards and compressors.
If your AC fails right after a storm, say so when you call, because it tells the technician where to look first.
Winters are mild, with a handful of cold nights, so heating is a minor job for most homes. That is why heat pumps, which cool and heat from one system, are the common choice here.
What we see in Orlando homes
Failed capacitors and contactors
Long run times, heat and storm surges wear out the electrical parts that start your outdoor unit. They are among the most common and least expensive fixes.
Duct and attic problems
Florida attics are hot and humid. Leaky or poorly insulated ducts lose cooling and can sweat, adding moisture. Homes built before about 2005 can also have older refrigerant line sets that develop leaks.
Oversized systems
A system that is too big cools quickly, shuts off, and leaves moisture behind. The house feels cold and damp, and the equipment cycles too often.
Cooling services in Orlando
AC repair
Warm air, weak airflow, water leaks, a unit that will not start, or ice on the lines. AC repair in Orlando.
Emergency AC repair
When it is hot and the AC is down, do not wait. Emergency AC repair in Orlando.
AC installation and replacement
Systems sized for humidity control as well as heat. AC installation in Orlando.
AC maintenance
Drain clearing, coil cleaning, electrical checks and more, before the heat and humidity peak. AC maintenance in Orlando.
Heat pumps in Orlando
A heat pump is an air conditioner that can run in reverse to heat your home. In summer it works like any AC.
In the few cold stretches of winter it pulls heat from the outdoor air and moves it inside, usually with electric heat strips as backup on the coldest mornings. Because Orlando cools far more than it heats, most homes here use a heat pump instead of a furnace.
We repair heat pumps, including ones that cool but will not heat, and replace them at the end of their life. See heat pump repair in Orlando and heat pump installation in Orlando.
Because the system runs in heating mode so rarely, it is worth testing it in the fall, so the first cold night is not the first time you find a stuck reversing valve.
Hurricane season and your air conditioner
Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, and Ready.gov has a full preparation guide. A few simple habits protect your system.
- Before a storm, if the power may go out, turn the AC off at the thermostat. This prevents it from restarting suddenly when power returns.
- Clear loose items from around the outdoor unit that wind could turn into projectiles.
- After a storm, wait until power is stable. Give the system a few minutes after power returns before you start it.
- If the outdoor unit was flooded or struck by debris, do not run it until a technician has checked it.
- If you use a generator, make sure it is sized for the AC. Starting a compressor needs far more power than running it.
Rebates: check your utility first
Which utility serves you decides which rebates you can use. OUC, the Orlando Utilities Commission, serves the City of Orlando and parts of Orange County, and Duke Energy Florida serves much of the surrounding area.
Look at your electric bill to see which one is yours.
For OUC customers, the utility's Heat Pump A/C rebate pays from $45 to $1,150 for heat pump A/C systems rated 15.2 SEER2 or higher, depending on size and rating.
OUC pays it as a credit on your bill, and you need the AHRI certificate or reference number that matches your invoice. Duke Energy Florida has offered rebates and a free Home Energy Check, and requires licensed and insured contractors.
Amounts and rules change, so confirm them with your utility before you buy.
There is no federal tax credit for a system installed in 2026. The Section 25C credit ended for equipment placed in service after December 31, 2025, so be wary of anyone who offers it.
Licensing and permits in Orlando
In Florida, air conditioning contractors are licensed by the state through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation. You can check a contractor's license on the DBPR license search before you hire them, and you should.
Replacing an air conditioner or heat pump generally requires a permit from the City of Orlando or Orange County, depending on where you live, and the Florida Building Code has rules for installation, drainage, electrical and securing outdoor equipment.
We handle the permit as part of a replacement.
Larger homes, lakefront and gated communities
In Windermere, Isleworth, Bay Hill, Dr. Phillips, Winter Park, Lake Nona and Baldwin Park, many homes are large, with high ceilings, big windows, screened lanais and more than one air conditioning system.
In Florida's humidity, big homes bring specific challenges. Tall ceilings and glass add heat load, long duct runs lose cooling and pick up moisture, and several systems mean several condensate drains to protect.
For larger homes we look at humidity control as much as temperature. Variable speed equipment runs longer at lower speeds and removes more moisture, and a whole home dehumidifier is sometimes worth adding, especially for homes that are kept closed up.
We check that each system is sized for the space it serves, that ducts are sealed and insulated, and that every drain has a float switch. We also set up a maintenance schedule that covers all systems together.
Where outdoor units go, and how they are screened, is planned around landscaping and community rules. Winter Park and Windermere have their own permitting offices, and permits come from the city or town where the home sits.
Where we work in Orlando
We serve homes across Orlando and Central Florida, including Downtown, Thornton Park, Baldwin Park, College Park, Dr. Phillips, Lake Nona, Windermere, Isleworth, Bay Hill, Winter Park and Conway. Our office is at 480 N Orange Ave Suite 5, Orlando, FL 32801.
We also have an office in Jacksonville. Our pricing guides show typical costs for every service.
Communities near Orlando we serve
Along with Orlando, we serve these nearby communities. See all of our locations.
- Winter Park
- Windermere
- Maitland
- Altamonte Springs
- Kissimmee
- Apopka
- Winter Garden
- Ocoee
- Oviedo
Nearby locations
Our other teams in the region:
Brands we service
We repair and install all major brands. Each brand page lists the models we install, the problems we see most and what the warranty typically covers. See how we match a technician to your brand.
Orlando, FL on the map
Common questions
Do you offer emergency AC repair in Orlando?
Yes, 24/7. Tell us what is happening. We give you the soonest arrival we can offer.
Why is my AC leaking water?
Most often the condensate drain line is clogged with algae. Turn the system off to avoid water damage and call. Do not keep running it while it leaks.
Do I need a furnace in Orlando?
Most homes do not. A heat pump, with electric heat strips as backup, covers the few cold nights.
Is there a rebate for a new heat pump in Orlando?
If OUC serves you, yes. OUC pays $45 to $1,150 for heat pump A/C systems rated 15.2 SEER2 or higher. Duke Energy Florida customers should check that utility. Confirm current terms before you buy.
Is there a federal tax credit for a new AC or heat pump?
Not for equipment placed in service in 2026. The federal 25C credit ended after December 31, 2025.
How often should I service my AC in Orlando?
Twice a year is a good rule here, since the system runs most of the year. At minimum, once in spring before the heat and humidity peak.
What brands do you work on?
All makes and models. See brands we service.
Talk to a person
Call any hour for emergency service, or reach us during business hours for a visit or a quote.