How much does AC replacement cost? In St. Cloud, Kissimmee, Lake Nona and Orlando, a new 3-ton central air conditioner installed by Roman Air Cooling & Heating costs about $8,950 to $19,500 in 2026. Where you land in that range depends on the comfort level, the protection and the technology you choose. Answer five quick questions below to see the price for your home, then book a free in-home visit for your written quote.
Every install is backed by our unbeatable guarantees, including our customer-favorite 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for 2 years. Veteran-owned, licensed and insured, rated 5.0 on Google, and most installs take one day. Hablamos español.
SEER2 is the federal efficiency rating for air conditioners and heat pumps. The higher the number, the less electricity your system uses for the same cooling, and in Central Florida your AC runs most of the year. Here’s how our four comfort levels compare.
| Feature | Essential | Comfort | Premium | Signature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEER2 efficiency | 15.2 | Up to 16.5 | 17.2 | Up to 21 |
| Compressor | Single-stage | Single-stage | Two-stage | Variable-speed |
| Humidity control | Good | Good | Better | Best |
| Even temperatures | Good | Good | Better | Best |
| Sound level | Standard | Standard | Quieter | Quietest |
| Smart thermostat | Not included | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Estimated cooling savings* | About 37% | Up to 42% | About 45% | Up to 55% |
| Comfort Guarantee | 1 year | 2 years | 3 years | 5 years |
| 100% Satisfaction Guarantee | 2 years | 2 years | 2 years | 2 years |
| Best for | Lowest upfront cost | Lower bills on a budget | Quieter, drier comfort | Top comfort, lowest bills |
*Estimated cooling energy savings compared with an older 10 SEER system (about 9.5 SEER2), based on rated efficiency. Actual savings depend on your home, how you use your system and your utility rates.
To see the price of each comfort level for your home, with an AC or a heat pump, use the instant estimate above.
We put our promises in writing. Every system we install is backed by six guarantees, on top of your 10-year parts warranty and the labor coverage you choose.
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We guarantee your new system will heat and cool your home per our Comfort Guarantee design temperatures. If it doesn’t heat or cool your home to your satisfaction in the first two years, we’ll remove it and refund 100% of your investment.* You can’t lose.
We size your system with a heat-load calculation, then guarantee it will hold 75°F inside on a 92°F day, and 70°F on a 45°F day with a heat pump or gas furnace. If it can’t, we replace it at no charge.* Coverage runs 1 to 5 years, depending on your comfort level.
If equipment we installed breaks down in the first two years and leaves you without heating or cooling, we will respond within 48 hours of your call, or we’ll pay you $500.
If your compressor fails in the first 10 years, you get a new compressor.** On our top comfort levels, if it fails in the first 5 years, the original owner gets a completely new outdoor unit instead.
Everything included in your installation is in writing. If you find a truly comparable installation for less, we’ll match the price and pay you $100.
Our installers are drug-screened and background-checked. They protect your floors and your home, never smoke or swear while they’re there, answer your questions with courtesy and leave your home as clean as they found it.
*The Satisfaction and Comfort Guarantees apply after we analyze the system, and require that any recommended performance upgrades are completed and that Roman Air maintains the system. **On our first two comfort levels, labor to install the new compressor is extra. Guarantees don’t cover existing or reused parts of your system. You get the full terms in writing with your quote.
Every new system also comes with a 10-year parts warranty. You choose 1, 2, 5 or 10 years of labor coverage, and we register the warranty for you.
No two homes are alike, so we never size a new system by square footage alone. At your free in-home visit, we do a whole-home analysis with one goal: the best possible solution for your home and your budget.
Where you land in our price range depends on three choices: the comfort level, the protection (labor coverage and guarantee terms) and the technology (efficiency, compressor type and smart controls). Your home can also change the price:
The federal 25C tax credit ended on December 31, 2025, so it doesn’t apply to systems installed in 2026. At your visit, we check whether your electric utility offers a rebate at your address.
A new 3-ton central air conditioner, installed by Roman Air, costs about $8,950 to $19,500 in 2026. Where you land in that range depends on the comfort level, the protection and the technology you choose. Every price includes the permit, inspection, Manual J load calculation and removal of your old system. To see the price for your home’s size, or for a heat pump, use the instant estimate at the top of this page.
As a starting point, homes up to 1,200 square feet usually need about 2 tons, 1,500 to 1,800 square feet about 3 tons, 2,200 to 2,700 square feet about 4 tons, and homes over 2,700 square feet about 5 tons. Square footage alone can be off, so we confirm the size with a Manual J heat load calculation based on your walls, windows, insulation and ductwork.
Most replacements are finished in one day, including startup, testing and a walkthrough of your new system.
Often, yes. A heat pump cools just like an AC and heats much more efficiently than electric heat strips on our mild winter days. It usually costs a little more up front than an AC with electric heat, and the instant estimate shows both for your home.
SEER2 measures cooling efficiency, and higher numbers mean lower electric bills. Our systems range from 15.2 SEER2 (Essential) up to 21 SEER2 (Roman Air Signature), which use an estimated 37% to 55% less cooling energy than an older 10 SEER system. Two-stage and variable-speed systems also remove more humidity, which makes a big difference in a Florida summer.
Yes. Replacing an AC system in Florida requires a permit and an inspection. Every Roman Air installation includes both, and the cost is in our prices.
No. The federal 25C energy efficiency tax credit ended on December 31, 2025, so it doesn’t apply to systems installed in 2026. At your visit, we check whether your electric utility offers a rebate at your address.
Yes. With approved credit, financing is available at 13.49% APR for 180 months, and the instant estimate shows an estimated monthly payment. See financing options.
Yes. The in-home visit is free. We do a whole-home analysis and give you a written quote for each option, with warranty and financing choices.
Every new system includes a 10-year parts warranty. You choose 1, 2, 5 or 10 years of labor coverage to fit your budget, and we register the warranty for you. Every install is also backed by our six guarantees, including our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for 2 years.
Every Roman Air system install is backed by six written guarantees: our customer-favorite 100% Satisfaction Guarantee for 2 years, a Comfort Guarantee, a $500 No Frustration Guarantee, a No Lemon Guarantee, an Apples to Apples Guarantee and a Property Protection & Client Respect Guarantee. With the Satisfaction Guarantee, if your new system doesn’t heat or cool your home to your satisfaction in the first two years, we remove it and refund 100% of your investment. Conditions apply, and you get the full terms in writing with your quote.
We install new AC and heat pump systems in St. Cloud, Kissimmee, Lake Nona and Orlando, and throughout Osceola County, including Harmony, Poinciana, Celebration and Hunters Creek.
Sí. Somos una empresa bilingüe, y el estimado instantáneo también funciona en español.
Roman Air Cooling & Heating is a veteran-owned, bilingual HVAC company headquartered at 1415 Belladonna Pl, St. Cloud, FL 34771. The price range on this page applies across our whole service area. We install new AC and heat pump systems in:
Looking for more on new systems? See our AC sales and installation page.
En St. Cloud, Kissimmee, Lake Nona y Orlando, un aire acondicionado central nuevo de 3 toneladas, instalado por Roman Air, cuesta entre $8,950 y $19,500 en 2026. El precio depende del nivel de confort, la protección y la tecnología que usted escoja. Toque “Español” en el estimado instantáneo para ver el precio para su casa. Cada instalación está respaldada por nuestras garantías inigualables, incluida la favorita de nuestros clientes: la Garantía de Satisfacción del 100% por 2 años. La visita en su casa es gratis, la mayoría de las instalaciones se hacen en un día y cada sistema incluye 10 años de garantía en piezas. Hablamos español.
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