MEP trade estimating
HVAC Estimating Services in Florida
Accurate HVAC takeoffs and estimates for rooftop units, split systems, VRF, chilled water, ductwork, air distribution, ventilation and controls, sized and priced for Florida’s heat and humidity.
- Residential, light commercial and commercial
- Equipment, ductwork and air devices in one estimate
- Wind-rated supports and coastal options included
Free quote
Send plans. Get a firm quote.
- Quote back after a quick plan review
- Typical delivery in 24–48 hours
- Excel estimate + marked-up drawings
- Priced to Florida labor and material rates
Or email ask@floridamepestimating.com
24–48 hr typical turnaround
NDA-protected plans
Florida Building Code aware
Florida labor & material pricing
Overview
HVAC estimates built for Florida's climate
In Florida, HVAC isn’t a comfort upgrade. It’s what makes a building usable. That’s why HVAC scopes here tend to be larger and more complicated: more tonnage per square foot, more outdoor air treatment, more attention to humidity and more equipment exposed to wind and salt.
We estimate HVAC systems from start to finish: equipment from the schedules, ductwork from the plans, air devices, dampers, refrigerant and condensate piping, ventilation and exhaust, controls, and test and balance. You get a priced estimate with labor hours, a clear equipment list and marked-up drawings.
If you only need the sheet metal, our ductwork takeoff service may fit better. If you’re still sizing equipment, start with an HVAC load calculation.
What's included
HVAC scope we take off
- Split systems, heat pumps and air handlers
- Packaged rooftop units and curbs
- VRF outdoor units, branch selectors and indoor units
- Chillers, cooling towers and hydronic pumps
- DOAS, ERVs and makeup air units
- Exhaust fans and kitchen hoods
- Supply, return and outdoor air ductwork
- Diffusers, grilles, registers and dampers
- Refrigerant line sets and condensate drains
- Thermostats, sensors and controls
- Duct and pipe insulation
- Test, adjust and balance and startup
System types
HVAC systems we price
Split & heat pump systems
Residential and light commercial systems with line sets, pads and tie-downs.
Rooftop units
Packaged RTUs with curbs, adapters, wind supports and economizers.
VRF systems
Outdoor units, branch boxes, indoor heads and refrigerant piping.
Chilled water
Chillers, cooling towers, pumps, AHUs and hydronic piping.
Ventilation & DOAS
Dedicated outdoor air, energy recovery and dehumidification.
Kitchen ventilation
Hoods, grease ducts, exhaust fans and makeup air.
Florida factors
Florida HVAC details that change the price
Humidity control drives many Florida HVAC designs. Dedicated outdoor air systems, energy recovery ventilators, hot-gas reheat and dehumidifiers are common on commercial projects and increasingly on high-performance homes. Condensate management, with secondary pans, float switches and condensate pumps, is a code and insurance issue, not a detail.
Equipment on roofs and pads needs hurricane anchorage, and coastal sites often need coated coils and stainless hardware. The shift from R-410A to lower-GWP A2L refrigerants like R-454B and R-32 has changed equipment availability and pricing. We price the equipment and accessories actually specified for your project, not generic allowances.
At a glance
HVAC estimate deliverables
| Deliverable | Details |
|---|---|
| Equipment schedule pricing | Every unit by tag with accessories |
| Ductwork takeoff | By size, material, gauge and pressure class |
| Air devices | Diffusers, grilles and registers by type and size |
| Piping | Refrigerant, condensate and hydronic piping |
| Labor report | Hours by system, area and floor |
Scope gaps we catch
HVAC scope gaps we catch
HVAC bids in Florida often miss the items that keep systems dry and on the roof. We price items like these.
- Hurricane tie-downs, curbs and equipment rails
- Condensate pumps, secondary pans and float switches
- Outdoor air treatment and dehumidification equipment
- Line-set lengths beyond the manufacturer's included allowance
- Thermostats, sensors and controls wiring
- Test and balance and startup
Our process
How our MEP estimating process works
- 01
Send your plans
Upload PDFs, CAD files or a bid-portal link with specs, addenda and the bid date. A quick scope note helps.
- 02
Get a fixed quote
We confirm scope, price and delivery date before any work starts. No surprises on the invoice.
- 03
Takeoff & pricing
Estimators count and measure every MEP item, then price labor and material for the project's Florida location.
- 04
Senior QA review
A second estimator checks quantities, scope gaps and math against the drawings and specs.
- 05
Bid-ready delivery
You get the Excel estimate, marked-up drawings and a clarifications list you can send with your bid.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Straight answers to what contractors usually ask before sending plans. Don’t see your question? Call or email us.
Do you estimate residential HVAC change-outs?
Yes. We price equipment replacement, duct modifications, line sets, pads and tie-downs for single homes or multi-unit replacement programs.
Can you include a Manual J load calculation?
Yes. We offer HVAC load calculations separately or together with the estimate.
Do you price VRF systems?
Yes, including outdoor units, branch selectors, indoor units, refrigerant piping and controls.
Are hurricane tie-downs included?
Yes. Equipment supports and wind anchorage are included when shown or required by the specifications.
Can you price alternates like high-efficiency equipment?
Yes. We can price alternate SEER2 levels or system types as separate options.
How fast is turnaround?
Typical HVAC estimates are delivered within 24 to 48 hours.
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- Office349 State Ln, Orlando, FL 32801