# Smart Home Air & Heat

> Orlando's highest-rated fast-response HVAC company, with 5.0 stars, transparent flat-rate service, no after-hours fees, and a written 90-minute arrival guarantee. Smart Home Air & Heat is a licensed HVAC contractor (CAC1824480) in Orlando, Florida, owned by Chris Elsis Jr. with 30+ years of experience. We provide AC repair, AC installation, heating repair, HVAC maintenance, indoor air quality, smart thermostat installation, and ductwork services. 5.0-star Google rating with 157 verified reviews. 90-minute arrival guarantee, flat-rate pricing, $0 after-hours fees, and 10-year parts and labor warranty on new installations. We serve Orlando, East Orlando, Lake Nona, Waterford Lakes, Oviedo, Winter Park, Maitland, Conway, Avalon Park, Azalea Park, Goldenrod, Casselberry, Altamonte Springs, Alafaya, UCF Area, Union Park, and Seminole County. Phone: (407) 465-7777. Address: 10226 Curry Ford Rd, Orlando, FL 32825.

## Services

- [AC Repair](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-repair/): Same-day and 24/7 emergency AC repair in Orlando. 90-minute arrival guarantee.
- [AC Installation](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-installation/): New AC system installation and replacement with 10-year parts and labor warranty.
- [Heating Repair](https://smarthomeairheat.com/heating-repair/): Same-day heating repair service in Orlando, available 24/7.
- [HVAC Maintenance](https://smarthomeairheat.com/hvac-maintenance/): Preventive HVAC maintenance and tune-ups to extend system life.
- [Indoor Air Quality](https://smarthomeairheat.com/indoor-air-quality/): UV lights, air purifiers, and filtration systems for healthier indoor air.
- [Smart Thermostats](https://smarthomeairheat.com/smart-thermostats-integration/): Smart thermostat installation and integration for energy savings.
- [Ductwork Services](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ductwork-services/): Ductwork design, installation, and repair.
- [Emergency Services](https://smarthomeairheat.com/emergency-services/): 24/7 emergency HVAC service with 90-minute arrival guarantee and $0 after-hours fees.

## Pricing (Published Price Tables)

- [AC Repair Cost in Orlando](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-repair-cost-orlando/): Every common AC repair priced — capacitors, drain lines, fan motors, compressors. Most repairs $150–$650.
- [How Much Does an AC Capacitor Replacement Cost in Orlando?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-capacitor-replacement-cost-orlando/): $150–$400 in Orlando. Why the range, the amp-draw check that matters, and real timed-visit numbers.
- [How Much Does AC Compressor Replacement Cost in Orlando?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-compressor-replacement-cost-orlando/): Compressor replacement in Orlando: $1,200–$2,800, what's labor, and when replacing the system wins.
- [How Much Does a Blower Motor Replacement Cost in Orlando?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/blower-motor-replacement-cost-orlando/): Blower motor replacement in Orlando: $450–$900. PSC vs ECM, Florida failure causes, and the capacitor check first.
- [How Much Does Evaporator Coil Replacement Cost in Orlando?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/evaporator-coil-replacement-cost-orlando/): Evaporator coil replacement in Orlando runs $1,500–$2,500. Why the range, and when a new system wins.
- [How Much Does Refrigerant Leak Repair Cost in Orlando?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/refrigerant-leak-repair-cost-orlando/): Leak repair + recharge $400–$1,600 in Orlando. Per-pound prices, where systems leak, and when to stop topping off.
- [Heat Pump Repair Cost in Orlando](https://smarthomeairheat.com/heat-pump-repair-cost-orlando/): Every common heat pump repair priced — capacitors, defrost boards, heat strips, reversing valves, refrigerant. Most repairs $150–$800; $89 service call, diagnosis included.
- [Heating Repair Cost in Orlando](https://smarthomeairheat.com/heating-repair-cost-orlando/): Heat strips, sequencers, thermostats, blowers, boards and gas furnace parts priced. Most repairs $150–$800.
- [New AC Unit Cost in Orlando](https://smarthomeairheat.com/new-ac-unit-cost-orlando/): New AC system costs by size and SEER rating.
- [AC Tune-Up Cost](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-tune-up-cost/): $89 tune-up with real 21-point checklist — and why "free" tune-ups are a sales trap.
- [Duct Repair Cost](https://smarthomeairheat.com/duct-repair-cost/): Duct repair and replacement pricing, plus duct-cleaning scam warnings.
- [Heat Pump Cost in Orlando](https://smarthomeairheat.com/heat-pump-cost-orlando/): Heat pump system pricing for Central Florida homes.
- [Emergency AC Fees](https://smarthomeairheat.com/emergency-ac-fees/): What emergency AC service really costs — we charge $89 flat 24/7, no after-hours fees.

## AC Questions & Answers (~164 questions)

- [AC Questions Hub](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/): 160+ Orlando AC questions answered by licensed techs — 16 topic guides.
- [AC Not Cooling](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/ac-not-cooling/): Why an AC runs but doesn't cool, ranked by cause.
- [Repair or Replace](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/repair-vs-replace/): The $5,000 rule and Florida-specific replacement math.
- [Emergency AC](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/emergency-ac/): What counts as an AC emergency and what it costs.
- [Fastest AC Repair](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/fastest-ac-repair-orlando/): Who shows up quickest in Orlando — the written 90-minute arrival guarantee, and how to test any speed claim.
- [How Long Does AC Repair Take](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/how-long-does-ac-repair-take-orlando/): Real dispatch-to-done times from timed Orlando visits — capacitor ~1.5 hr, refrigerant ~75 min, drain line ~1 hr, new system 6–10 hr — and what makes Florida repairs run longer.
- [AC Maintenance](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/ac-maintenance/): Tune-ups, filters, and monthly DIY care.
- [AC Sizing](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/ac-sizing/): Manual J, tonnage, and square-footage myths.
- [Heat Pump Blowing Cold Air](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/heat-pump-blowing-cold-air/): 8 causes ranked — defrost, thermostat settings, refrigerant, heat strips, reversing valve.
- [Emergency Heat](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/emergency-heat-setting/): What EM HEAT does, AUX vs EM HEAT, and why it spikes Orlando winter power bills.
- [SEER2 & Efficiency](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/seer-efficiency/): Real monthly savings math at Orlando electric rates.
- [Humidity & Mold](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/florida-humidity-mold/): Why humidity destroys Florida ACs and how to fight it.
- [Refrigerant & R-454B](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/refrigerant-r454b/): The R-454B phase-out, per-pound prices, and what it means for repairs.
- [Warranties](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/warranties/): Parts vs. labor coverage and registration traps.
- [Permits & Florida Code](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/permits-florida-code/): Orange County permits, inspections, and code requirements.
- [Financing](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/financing/): GreenSky financing, $0-down options, and credit questions.
- [AC Brands](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-questions/ac-brands/): Honest brand comparisons from techs who install them all.

## Guides

- [Complete Orlando AC Guide](https://smarthomeairheat.com/complete-orlando-ac-guide/): The full Orlando homeowner's AC playbook.
- [AC Replacement Guide](https://smarthomeairheat.com/ac-replacement-guide/): When to replace, what it costs, and how to avoid overpaying.
- [Florida Heat Pump Guide](https://smarthomeairheat.com/florida-heat-pump-guide/): Heat pumps in Central Florida — costs, efficiency, and sizing.

## Company

- [About Us](https://smarthomeairheat.com/about/): Meet Chris Elsis Jr. and the Smart Home Air & Heat team. 30+ years in HVAC.
- [Contact](https://smarthomeairheat.com/contact/): Schedule service or request a quote. (407) 465-7777.
- [Service Areas](https://smarthomeairheat.com/service-areas/): All cities and neighborhoods we serve across Orlando and Central Florida.
- [Coupons & Specials](https://smarthomeairheat.com/coupons-specials/): Current HVAC deals, discounts, and seasonal specials.
- [Rebates & Financing](https://smarthomeairheat.com/rebates-financing/): Available rebates and $0-down financing options.
- [Our Work in Action](https://smarthomeairheat.com/hvac-videos-orlando/): Real HVAC installation and repair videos from our jobs.
- [Blog](https://smarthomeairheat.com/our-blog/): HVAC tips, guides, and AC repair advice for Orlando homeowners.
- [What Should I Set My Heat Pump To in Winter in Florida?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/our-blog/heat-pump-winter-thermostat-setting-florida/): Set it to 68°F and leave it there. The number matters less than how you change it — big jumps wake up the heat strips and triple the cost of that hour.
- [Why Does My Heater Smell Like Burning the First Time I Turn It On?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/our-blog/heater-smells-like-burning-first-use-orlando/): Dusty burning for the first 10–30 minutes of the season is normal. Electrical, plastic, or a smell that lasts an hour is not — shut it off and call.
- [Is It Cheaper to Run Space Heaters or the Heat Pump in Orlando?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/our-blog/heat-pump-vs-space-heater-cost-orlando/): One space heater for one room can beat the heat pump. Three of them cannot — and the heat strips they’re competing with are the real bill.
- [Should I Cover My Outdoor AC Unit in Winter in Florida?](https://smarthomeairheat.com/our-blog/cover-outdoor-ac-unit-winter-florida/): No. In Orlando your outdoor unit is a heat pump that has to run in winter, and a cover does more harm than the weather ever will.