Central Florida's long, humid summers run your system hard, and a lot of Orlando-area homes and rentals have aging units. Here's what common repairs actually cost so you can judge a quote before you sign off on it.
| Repair | Symptom | Typical range |
|---|---|---|
| Capacitor | Hums, won't start | $150–$400 |
| Contactor | Outdoor unit dead | $150–$400 |
| Refrigerant recharge | Low charge / leak | $200–$700 |
| Leak repair + recharge | Seal the leak | $500–$1,600 |
| Evaporator coil | Leaking indoor coil | $800–$2,000 |
| Compressor | System won't cool at all | $1,300–$2,800 |
| Full replacement | Old / not worth repairing | $5,500–$12,000 |
A lot of Central Florida housing stock is 15–25 years old, and older systems mean pricier parts (some still use R-22 refrigerant, which is expensive). Vacation and rental properties also tend to have deferred maintenance, so a "small" repair sometimes uncovers a bigger issue.
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