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Licensing in Florida
Florida licenses this trade at the STATE level (DBPR / CILB (Class A/B)). Hiring unlicensed for this work is illegal for the contractor — and risky for you: no permit rights, no insurance backing, no recourse.
Basis: FL Stat. 489 (DBPR state licensing)
Typical Florida costs (curated 2026 estimates — not bids)
Full AC system replacement (3-ton): $6,000–$13,000
AC repair (capacitor / fan / minor): $150–$1,200
Ductless mini-split (per zone): $3,000–$7,000
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