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TLS Air Conditioning & Insulation prices insulation in a typical Florida home at $0.80 to $4.50 per square foot installed, with a 1,500 square foot attic project commonly running $1,500 to $3,500. Central air conditioning installation runs $4,500 to $12,000 or more, depending on system size and home complexity.
Florida changes both numbers because cooling runs eight months a year and attics here reach 127°F to 134°F, so the cheapest job on paper is rarely the cheapest outcome once the power bill arrives. The table below gives real ranges for both trades, then the calculator further down works out your own attic.
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These are planning ranges, not fixed quotes. Installed cost includes labor and materials. Access, existing conditions, and job scope move the final number. Each row links to the full guide for that job.
| Job | Typical Florida Range | What Moves the Price | Full Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attic insulation | $1,500-$3,500 | Attic size, material, target R-value, removal | Attic insulation cost |
| Blown-in insulation | $1.00-$2.20/sq ft | Access, R-value target, bag count | Blown-in insulation cost |
| Insulation, general (all materials) | $0.80-$4.50/sq ft | Material choice, area, depth | Insulation cost guide |
| Attic insulation removal | $1-$3/sq ft added | Contamination level, disposal, access | Removal cost |
| Fiberglass insulation | $0.90-$2.20/sq ft | Batt vs blown-in, R-value target | Fiberglass cost |
| Central AC installation | $4,500-$12,000+ | System size, SEER2 rating, ductwork | AC installation |
| AC repair | $438-$3,263 flat rate | Repair level, part failed, access | AC repair cost guide |
Installed insulation cost in Florida runs $0.80 to $4.50 per square foot, with material and job scope setting most of that spread. See our home insulation services for what’s covered.
| Material | Cost per Sq Ft | R-Value per Inch | Best Use in a Florida Home |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blown fiberglass | $1.00-$2.20 | R-2.2 to R-2.9 | Attic floors, fast coverage over irregular framing |
| Blown cellulose | $1.20-$2.80 | R-3.2 to R-3.8 | Wall retrofits, denser cavity fill |
| Fiberglass batt | $0.90-$1.60 | R-2.9 to R-3.8 | Open framing, garage walls, unfinished cavities |
| Mineral wool | $1.40-$2.10 | R-3.0 to R-3.3 | Sound control, fire-resistant assemblies |
TLS Air Conditioning & Insulation installs blown-in insulation and batt insulation.
Price changes by location because access, prep work, and whether old material comes out first all change with it. In Florida, the attic is where the money is, because that’s where the heat is.
Florida attics peak at 127°F to 134°F, and duct heat gain in that space can exceed the heat coming through the ceiling itself. Insulation and duct work priced together usually costs less than pricing the same two jobs separately, one crew, one trip into the attic, one set of access costs instead of two.
Every range on this page is a range. For a number specific to your square footage, use our insulation cost calculator. Enter your square footage, application, existing material and depth, target R-value, and whether removal is needed, and it returns a low-to-high total, cost per square foot, material quantity, and itemized labor and removal costs.
Central AC installation in Florida runs $4,500 to $12,000 or more. The decision rule matters more than the range: get the system sized to your home with a real load calculation, not to the number on the unit that just failed. See our full AC installation service page for what’s included.
Tonnage is cooling capacity, not a square-foot rating. The right size depends on a load calculation, not floor area alone.
| System Size | Typical Installed Cost | Home Size It Usually Suits |
|---|---|---|
| 2 ton | $4,500-$6,500 | Under 1,000 sq ft, subject to load calculation |
| 2.5 ton | $5,000-$7,500 | 1,000-1,200 sq ft, subject to load calculation |
| 3 ton | $8,000-$10,500 | 1,200-1,600 sq ft, subject to load calculation |
| 4 ton | $9,000-$11,500 | 1,600-2,200 sq ft, subject to load calculation |
| 5 ton | $10,000-$12,000+ | 2,200 sq ft and up, subject to load calculation |
The ton figure on a quote should come from a Manual J load calculation, which Florida Building Code R403.7 requires, not from the nameplate on the unit that just failed. A home that was oversized for twenty years gets quoted oversized again if nobody checks. The insulation section above isn’t a detour from this one: an attic dropping from R-38 to R-30 raised cooling load by 5,100 Btu/h in a Department of Energy Building America study of an Orlando home, close to a full ton. That’s a visible step up this same table, driven entirely by the attic.
TLS Air Conditioning & Insulation prices repairs by level, not by part, so you see the full installed price before any work starts, not a market estimate that moves once the panel comes off.
| Repair Level | Non-Member Price | TLS Comfort Club Price | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | $438 | $394 | Capacitor, contactor, drain clearing |
| Level 2 | $758 | $682 | Fan motor, thermostat |
| Level 3 | $927 | $834 | Control board, limited leak work |
| Level 4 | $1,246 | $1,121 | Blower motor, TXV |
| Level 5 | $1,589 | $1,430 | Major leak repair |
| Level 6 | $1,856 | $1,670 | Evaporator coil |
| Level 7 | $3,263 | $2,936 | Compressor, condensing unit |
A $79 diagnostic fee applies for non-members and is included free for TLS Comfort Club annual members. See the full AC repair cost breakdown by part for what typically lands at each level, or the AC capacitor replacement cost guide for the most common repair specifically.
A note on searching for these prices online: home AC parts and automotive AC parts return in the same searches, and the numbers aren’t comparable. Always look for “home AC” or “central air conditioner” pricing specifically, never the bare part name.
Ductwork replacement runs $1,000 to $5,000 or more, depending on linear footage and how much of the home’s layout the ducts have to cover. See duct sealing in Florida homes.
Ductless mini splits typically run $2,500 to $8,000 for a single zone, with cost driven mainly by how many zones you’re cooling. See ductless mini split installation for garages.
Heat pumps price close to central AC installation, generally $8,000 to $14,000, since the equipment handles both heating and cooling in one unit.
One Florida fact ties all three together: in a Florida Solar Energy Center study of 46 homes, repairing leaky ducts cut cooling energy use by 17.2% on average. Duct spend isn’t just about comfort, it shows up directly on the power bill.
These verified reviews reflect what matters most to homeowners choosing an HVAC and insulation company. Our dependable installers, clean workmanship, responsive support, honest pricing, and finished results have earned a stellar reputation across Tampa Bay & Southwest Florida.
“I had three AC companies come out for replacement quotes. TLS was the most professional and thorough — Manual J load calc, written guarantee, transparent pricing. Crew installed the new system in one day, no mess, no surprises. Our home cools faster and our July bill dropped over $100. Worth every penny.”
“Second time using TLS — first for AC replacement, now for attic insulation. Both times flawless. This is the only HVAC and insulation company I’ll ever call. Their techs are knowledgeable, respectful, fast, and clean. New AC plus better insulation cut our cooling bill 35%. 5 stars doesn’t feel enough.”
“Old AC finally gave out after 13 years. TLS came out, assessed it honestly, and walked us through repair-vs-replace numbers. New high-efficiency system is incredible — runs cool and quiet, electric bill down significantly. Clean job, permit included, FPL rebate handled. Honest, fair, professional.”
Here’s one example worked through end to end. A typical attic insulation job upgrading from R-19 or less to R-38 might run $2,400 gross. Duke Energy’s current rebate pays $0.25 per square foot, up to $600, $700, or $800 depending on your starting R-value, applied directly to the invoice by a qualifying contractor. Net cost after the rebate: roughly $1,800.
What decides whether you qualify isn’t your county, it’s the electricity provider on your bill. Pasco County alone is served by three different providers, Duke Energy, Tampa Electric, and Withlacoochee River Electric Cooperative, each with different programs. Check your provider first, then see our Florida insulation and AC rebates guide for current terms.
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Duct sealing and ductwork pricing are covered in the ductwork section above.
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Every range on this page is a range. The only number that matters is the one for your attic and your system. Request a free estimate or call us, either route covers both insulation and air conditioning at TLS Air Conditioning & Insulation. We hold Florida licence CAC1822364 for HVAC and EC13016589 for electrical work.
A 1,500 square foot attic typically runs $1,500 to $3,500 for a standard blown-in job, moving toward the higher end depending on two things: your existing R-value and whether old material needs to come out first. Use the calculator above for a number specific to your square footage.
Because the quotes usually aren’t for the same job. Four things commonly differ between them: the target R-value, whether old material gets removed, whether air sealing is included, and the material chosen. Ask every contractor for the same line items, with the R-value stated, and the quotes become comparable.
Adding over the old layer is cheaper, unless the existing material is wet, contaminated, or badly compressed, in which case removal isn’t optional. Removal adds roughly $1 to $3 per square foot to the job. See our attic insulation removal cost guide for the full breakdown.
A 3 ton system typically runs $8,000 to $10,500 installed. The better question is whether 3 tons is actually right for your home. That figure should come from a Manual J load calculation, which Florida Building Code requires, not from the nameplate on the unit that just failed. Attic insulation affects the answer too, since dropping from R-38 to R-30 can add close to a full ton of cooling load.
TLS prices repairs at one of seven flat levels, from $438 to $3,263, covering the diagnosis, part, labor, and warranty in one number you approve before work starts. See the full AC repair cost breakdown for what typically falls into each level.
The evidence says yes, with real numbers behind it. An attic dropping from R-38 to R-30 raised cooling load by 5,100 Btu/h in a Department of Energy study of an Orlando home, and repairing leaky ducts cut cooling energy use by 17.2% across 46 Florida homes in a Florida Solar Energy Center study. Payback depends on your starting R-value and your electricity rate, and a home already at R-38 won’t see the same return as one starting at R-11.
Duke Energy’s attic insulation rebate is applied directly to the invoice by a qualifying contractor, so it comes off the price rather than requiring a separate claim afterward. A free Home Energy Check is required first, before any work begins. Confirm the process for your specific provider and project when you call.
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