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| Tonnage | Home Size | SEER2 | Low Estimate | High Estimate | Average Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Ton | Under 900 sqft | 15 | $4,200 | $6,800 | $5,500 |
| 2 Ton | 900–1,300 sqft | 15 | $5,000 | $8,200 | $6,100 |
| 2.5 Ton | 1,300–1,700 sqft | 16 | $6,000 | $9,500 | $7,750 |
| 3 Ton | 1,700–2,400 sqft | 16 | $7,000 | $11,000 | $9,000 |
| 3.5 Ton | 2,400–3,000 sqft | 17 | $8,000 | $12,500 | $10,250 |
| 4 Ton | 3,000–3,800 sqft | 18 | $9,000 | $14,000 | $11,500 |
| 5 Ton | 3,800+ sqft | 18 | $11,500 | $17,000+ | $14,250 |
West Palm Beach homeowners typically pay $6,500–$13,000 fully installed in 2026. The most common 3-ton, 16 SEER2 system averages $5,200–$6,200 by a licensed Duval County contractor, about 10–15% below South Florida pricing due to lower labor costs and a competitive contractor market.
All of West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County is served by FPL (Florida Power and Light) at approximately $0.14/kWh. FPL offers a $200 instant rebate on SEER2 15.2+ systems through PIC contractors, applied at invoice. The federal 25C credit expired December 31, 2025 and is not available for 2026 installs.
No, ACPrices.com is a free contractor matching platform. We connect West Palm Beach homeowners with pre-vetted, DBPR-licensed HVAC contractors who perform the actual work. Think of us like Zillow for HVAC: we help you compare options and find the right contractor, but we don’t install or repair HVAC systems directly.
Yes, Palm Beach County requires a mechanical permit for all AC and heat pump installations. Outside HVHZ, there is no NOA approval step, though outdoor equipment still needs Florida Product Approval for the county’s wind zone. All contractors matched through ACPrices.com include the permit. Verify any contractor at myfloridalicense.com before signing any contract.
Yes, for most homeowners replacing AC with electric strip heat. West Palm Beach winters are mild (average January low: 58°F) mean heat pumps run efficiently all winter. Homes on electric strip heat save $300–$500/year at FPL rates. The FPL $200 rebate applies to qualifying heat pump systems. Savings: $400–$700/year vs electric strip heat, saving $300–$500/year at FPL rates. FPL’s $200 rebate applies to qualifying heat pump systems. The federal 25C credit expired December 31, 2025 and is not available for 2026.
Go to myfloridalicense.com and search by name or license number. Look for a current CAC (Certified Air Conditioning) or CMC (Certified Mechanical Contractor) license. All contractors matched through ACPrices.com are pre-verified: we check DBPR status before adding anyone to our network.
