When your old unit gives up, you do not want to wait. We install replacement systems the next day in most cases. Properly sized for your home, properly protected for the salt air. Financing available.
Salt air corrodes standard aluminum fins on outdoor coils — sometimes within a few years of installation. Humidity loads in Panama City Beach run higher than most of the country, meaning the system runs longer hours and works harder to dehumidify than to simply cool. An AC that gets 15 years in Atlanta might see 8 or 9 here without the right specs and care.
Sizing matters just as much as equipment choice. An oversized system cools the air temperature quickly but does not run long enough to pull humidity out — you end up cold and clammy. One that's too small runs constantly and burns out faster. The load calculation takes windows, insulation, ceiling height, and sun exposure into account. We measure. We do not guess.
Rushed installs — wrong line set size, improper refrigerant charge, inadequate electrical — cut years off a system's life regardless of the brand on the label. We have been doing this on the Emerald Coast since 1979 and we know what the coast demands.
We visit your home, measure the conditioned space, check the ductwork, and assess the electrical. No remote quotes — we look before we price.
Load calculation based on your actual space, not square footage alone. The right size runs efficiently and controls humidity the way a coastal home needs.
We carry common sizes on the truck. Most installs happen the next business day. If your system has completely failed, we move you up the schedule.
We work inside your home like it is ours. Drop cloths on floors and furniture, all debris removed, old equipment hauled away.
We verify refrigerant pressures, check airflow, and run a temperature difference test. You watch the system perform before we put away tools.
Labor warranty, manufacturer warranty details, and our contact information — all in writing, all yours before we leave the driveway.
Manual J when necessary — not a rule of thumb, not a guess. A correctly sized system lasts longer, costs less to run, and actually removes humidity. Oversizing is the most common installation mistake we see.
Salt-tolerant coil options are quoted by default for homes near the water. We do not charge extra to mention it — we mention it because it matters for how long your system survives here.
Drop cloths inside. Old equipment removed. Written labor warranty before we leave. We have been doing this for 47 years — the way we work has not changed because it has always worked.
We get this question every week. Here is the honest version.
Repair makes sense if: The unit is under 10 years old, the failed part is reasonable, refrigerant is still available for that system, and the rest of it is in decent shape.
Replacement makes sense if: The unit is over 10 years old, the compressor is failing, you are putting more than half the cost of a new system into repairs, your bills have crept up over the last few summers, or the system uses old R22 refrigerant.
We will tell you straight. If a $400 repair will buy you another three or four years, we will say so.
Read our full repair vs replace guide →When you get quotes for a new system, the price is only half the story. Use this checklist on every contractor you talk to.
| Install standard | Quincy's Air | Typical contractor | Lowest bidder |
|---|---|---|---|
| Coastal-rated coil quoted | ✓ Default | Upsell | Standard coil |
| New refrigerant line set when needed | ✓ | Sometimes | Reuses old |
| Safety switch installed | ✓ Always | Sometimes | Extra cost |
| Outdoor pad / stand level | ✓ | ✓ | Sometimes |
| Charge by weight, not by guess | ✓ | Sometimes | Topped off |
| Drop cloths inside the home | ✓ | Sometimes | Rarely |
| Old equipment hauled away | ✓ Free | Sometimes | Extra cost |
| Written labor warranty | ✓ | Verbal | None |
| Manual J load calculation, if necessary | ✓ | Sometimes | Eyeballed |
| Same techs return for service | ✓ Low turnover | High turnover | High turnover |
| Financing options | ✓ | Sometimes | Sometimes |
A cheaper quote without these basics is a more expensive system long term. Salt-air homes especially.
Not sure if it's time to replace? If a repair makes sense, we will tell you so. Same-day service, flat trip charge, quote before any work starts.
Learn more →Protect your new investment. Two visits per year for $292 — real cleaning, drain line treatment, written report each visit. Extends system life significantly.
Learn more →System cost depends on size, efficiency rating, brand, and what the installation requires — new refrigerant lines, electrical work, ductwork adjustments. Every quote is in writing after we measure your space. Call (850) 235-8834 or request a free in-home quote to get a real number.
Most residential replacements are completed in a single day — typically four to six hours for a straightforward swap. More involved installs that include ductwork modifications or electrical upgrades may require two days. We give you a timeline when we quote.
Next business day in most cases. We stock common system sizes and try to keep lead times short. If your system has completely failed, call us — we make every effort to prioritize no-AC situations.
Not always, but often we recommend it. Modern systems pair better with a communicating or programmable thermostat, and an old thermostat on a new system can reduce efficiency and cause problems. We assess yours during the quote visit.
We work with a range of reputable manufacturers and choose based on what fits your home, budget, and the demands of coastal Florida. We discuss options with you during the quote — we do not push a single brand.
A properly sized, coastal-rated system that receives regular maintenance typically reaches 12 to 15 years in this climate. Systems installed without the right coil specs or that skip annual maintenance often fail at 8 to 10 years. The install and the maintenance schedule matter as much as the brand.
Yes. Financing is available for qualified customers with multiple term options. Ask when you call or when we come out for the quote. We go over the terms so you understand exactly what you are committing to.
Size is determined by a load calculation that accounts for square footage, insulation values, window area, ceiling height, and sun exposure. We run a Manual J calculation when necessary. A system that is too large short-cycles and leaves the home humid. One that is too small runs constantly and burns out early. We measure before we quote — we do not guess.
