The Best AC Repair in St. Petersburg, FL — From Technicians Your Neighbors Already Trust
When your AC quits in the middle of a St. Pete summer, you don't want a stranger in an unmarked van. You want a technician your neighbors already know and trust. Air Bros Air Conditioning & Electrical has been fixing air conditioners in St. Petersburg since 2020, but our roots run deeper — founder Ricky Orta grew up learning the trade from his father and has been a licensed HVAC contractor since 2006. That local, hands-on experience is why homeowners from Historic Kenwood to Snell Isle call us the best AC repair company in St. Petersburg.
We're headquartered right here in the Shore Acres neighborhood, so when you call, you're not routed to a call center — you're talking to the same local team that services your street.
Call us at 727-217-6148 or contact us online today for all of your HVAC, indoor air quality and electrical needs.
Meet the technicians who service St. Petersburg
What to expect when we show up
Calling a repair company you've never used before shouldn't feel like a gamble. Here's exactly how an Air Bros service call goes, every time.
You'll get a heads-up before we arrive, then a uniformed technician in a marked Air Bros vehicle shows up in the window we promised. We diagnose the whole system — not just the obvious symptom — then explain what we found and what your options are before any work starts. You approve the price up front, we make the repair, and we don't leave until we've confirmed the system is cooling the way it should.
Every technician is a background-checked, drug-tested Air Bros employee — never a subcontractor — and each one is trained to service every major AC and heat pump brand. It's the kind of consistency you can only get from a local team that answers to its own name.
And if something isn't right? Our 100% satisfaction guarantee means we make it right.
Signs you need AC repair
St. Petersburg's heat and humidity push air conditioners harder than almost anywhere else in the country. Call for AC repair if you notice:
- Warm air blowing from vents, or the system running constantly without cooling
- Water pooling around your air handler (a common issue in St. Pete's older homes with attic-run drain lines)
- Musty odors or visible mold near vents — a sign of a clogged condensate line or dirty coil
- Rising humidity indoors despite the AC running
- Short cycling, tripped breakers, or a system that won't turn on at all
Our technicians diagnose the full system on every call — refrigerant charge, temperature split, electrical connections, and drain line — so you get a real fix, not a temporary patch.
Comprehensive HVAC Services in St. Petersburg
We offer a full range of heating and cooling services to keep your St. Petersburg, FL, home comfortable year-round:
- Air Conditioning: From AC repair and AC installation to routine maintenance, we ensure your cooling system keeps you comfortable during those hot Florida summers. We offer same-day service for AC emergencies, so you never have to suffer in the heat.
- Heating: Stay warm and cozy in the winter with our comprehensive heating services. We repair and install all types of heating systems, including furnaces and heat pumps, and offer preventative maintenance to keep your system running efficiently.
- Indoor Air Quality: Improve your indoor air quality with our dehumidifier and UV light installation services. We'll help you control excess humidity and eliminate airborne contaminants, creating a healthier home environment.
- Ductwork: Ensure optimal airflow and energy efficiency with our ductwork repair and installation services. We can address leaks and damage, and design a system that's perfect for your home.
- Pool Heater Services: Extend your swim season with our pool heater installation and repair services.
- Electrical Services: From outlet and switch replacements to ceiling fan installations to whole-house surge protector installations, we have the experts to handle your electrical service needs.
Our experienced technicians are skilled in all aspects of HVAC service and are dedicated to providing top-quality workmanship and customer care.
Why Choose Air Bros?
- Local Expertise: We understand the unique climate challenges of St. Petersburg.
- Fast and Reliable Service: We offer same-day service for AC emergencies and prioritize prompt service for all your HVAC needs.
- Experienced Technicians: Our team is highly trained and experienced in all aspects of HVAC service.
- Upfront Pricing: We provide transparent pricing with no hidden costs.
- Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed: Your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities.
Contact Air Bros Today!
Whether you need emergency AC repair, a new heating system installation, or any other HVAC service, Air Bros is here to help. Contact us today for a free consultation or to schedule a service appointment. We're proud to be your trusted HVAC partner in St. Petersburg!
Call us at 727-217-6148 or contact us online today!
Recent Jobs and Reviews in St. Petersburg, FL
St. Petersburg, FL at a glance
Air Bros Air Conditioning & Electrical has completed 25 jobs in St. Petersburg, FL in October 2026.
The 4 customer reviews shown here average 5.0 out of 5.
The most recent job was on October 29, 2026.
Air Bros Air Conditioning & Electrical has completed 1,895 jobs in St. Petersburg, FL in the last 12 months. The first job there was in December 2024.
Job Locations and Reviews
On arrival found loose wire connection in disconnect panel. Disconnect four condenser has been removed from wall to put on new siding. Made client aware that we made a new connection and temporarily supported disconnect on wall. If problem persist, we will need to make necessary repairs up to code. Unit cooling with 19* split.
Arrived at the customer’s residence in response to a no-cooling service call. Upon further inspection, discovered that the condensate drain line was clogged, causing water to back up and fill the drain pan. Also noted that the system did not have a primary condensate safety switch installed. Presented the customer with recommendations to clear and flush the condensate drain line and install a primary safety switch to help prevent future water overflow and potential damage. The customer approved the recommended repairs. The customer also agreed to enroll in our maintenance membership program to help ensure the system continues operating efficiently and to reduce the likelihood of future issues. Upon completion of the repairs, verified proper drainage and confirmed the system was operating as intended. Collected payment and completed the service call. The system is now cooling properly and operating normally.
Install customer supplied lights Install customer supplied bathroom lights
Biannual maitenence on two systems. Filters being changed tomorrow. Waiting on filter order to arrive at office. Client needs to move obstruction infront of garage air handler in order for us to replace filter and access unit. Drains cleaned Condenser coils cleaned Removed filters in ceiling upstairs Amp draws checked Check capacitors and contactars Inspected blower wheels and coils Inspected duct work Upstairs system: 12 years old Duct work sweating due to extremely dirty air filters installed in ceilings and at unit. Outdoor fan motor over amping Bad capacitor (Replaced capacitor today) Duct work is sweating due to lack of air flow. Attic feels humid *Let client know not to expect too much more life out of this system due to age, condition, and stress the system has been under. Downstairs system: No current issues at this time. Could not fully access air handler due to obstruction in the way. Client will move obstruction.
Full system tuneup Tested temperature splits Inspected air handler coils Inspected blower wheel Cleaned bacterial growth from air handler insulation Wiped down air handler Tested safety overflow Inspected wiring/Tightened Connections Tested Cap MFD Inspected Contactor Inspected High Voltage Shutoffs Compressor amps Motor amps Cleaned Service Panel Cleared drain line and pan Added pan tab to help with buildup Checked blower amps Checked filter Thermostat operations Unit is operating at this time *Home owner not able to install air purifier due to smells *Recommend replacing rusted outdoor disconnect and adding surge protector
Performed Maitenence on system. Cleaned/treated drain line and primary drain pan. Cleaned condenser coils. Evaporator coils are clean. Verified safety float switch functionality. Checked amp draw on compressor. Checked amp draw on fan motor. Checked capacitor is within factory range. Inspected Contactar. Made sure all connections are tight. System is cooling with a 20° temperature split at this time. Verified system heating operations. Uv Air purifier is not working and bacterial growth is accumulating inside the air handler. Recommended a new UV system. Client is not interested in new air purifier. Send quote for UV system replacement as an option incase client changes mind.
Reason for call: Tune up x2 Summary: Completed service to find operation of equipment within the manufacturing specifications. Found unit two slightly low on refrigerant pressures. Added 2 pounds of 410 a refrigerant to bring this system within manufacturing specifications. confirmed proper temperatures on both units confirmed proper amp draws on both units confirmed proper capacitor readings on both unit Flushed indoor and outdoor coils Flush drain pan and drain lines Filters have been maintained properly by homeowner Solution: Topped off unit two with 410 a refrigerant Homeowner signed up for Maintenance membership
Replace blower motor for left bedroom. Clean and sanitize blower wheel. Tax and labor included.
Performed Maitenence on system. Cleaned/treated drain line and primary drain pan. Cleaned condenser coils. Evaporator coils are clean. Verified safety float switch functionality. Checked amp draw on compressor. Checked amp draw on fan motor. Checked capacitor is not within factory range. Inspected Contactar. Made sure all connections are tight. System is cooling with a 20° temperature split at this time. Replaced weak capacitor. Found duct work to be in good condition at this time. Sealed with mastic and strapped up. Found bathroom exhaust vent is not exiting outside of the home and instead it is dumping humid air into the attic directly. Providing quote to extend exhaust duct to exterior of home
Install air purification on both units Install transformers on both products 5 year reme halo warranty Install capacitor and contactor unit 1 Install capacitor under warranty unit 2
System not cooling due to bad contactar. Replaced contactar. Client states system has not been serviced in years. Found condenser coils are extremely dirty. Performed lvl 1 condenser coil cleaning. Client signed up for Maitenence plan. Performed drain cleaning on system. System is cooling at this time.
Remove All Metal Ducting Remove Ceiling Boots & Registers Duct Balancing (CFM Measurement) Install Supply R6 Flex Ducting Install New Ceiling Boots Install New Ceiling Registers Install Mixing Boxes Install Collars & Couplers Strap Ducting to Code Seal Ducting to Code 10 Year No Leak Guarantee 100% Satisfaction *Dispose of ducting & Materials *Sheetrock repairs included
Replace air handler insulation Remove and clean evaporator coil Remove and clean blower wheel Reinstall parts charge system to manufacture specs Strap up duct work that has fallen Seal plenums to prevent air leaks 2 man job Completed work Unit is cooling by 20 degrees Unit is draining properly all saftey switches are working properly
Scope of work: - Remove evaporator coils and deep clean/sanitize - Remove blower assembly and deep clean/ sanitize - Install UV system inside air handler to prevent future biological Growth buildup. - Complimentary insulation replacement on rodent damaged section of drain line Replaced filter line drier. Large pvc sewage exhaust pipe in attic was in the way of getting the evaporator coils completely out of attic. Had to perform cut and cleaning in attic with portable pressure washer and chemicals. Client had $100 off any repair coupon.
Replace warranty TXV
Replace condenser fan motor under part warranty Unit is cooling properly 20 degree split Motor amp 1.1 Compressor amp 14.7
Install dial dimmer in the bathroom instal flood light bulb
First co 400 cfm LH connections Clear drain Connect to existing valves and electrical Remove existing equipment Seal unit to code Insulate new pipes Tax and labor included 5 year parts warranty 3 year labor warranty
5 year parts warranty I year labor warranty Removal of current equipment Secure mounting Electrical Drain Seal to existing duct work New 115v thermostat no WiFi Connect to existing new water lines *not responsible for water damage* Lefty 800cfm
Trane Tam 9 (#2) (Upstairs) Upon arrival found low voltage fuse blown indicating short in system. Performed low voltage test to determine wiring/components causing fuse to short. Found wires rubbing out on capillary tubes and outdoor txv. Also found slice joint. Re taped all area and replaced indoor 3amp fuse. System is operating within manufacture specifications Removed all double filters for upstairs system and provided filter sizing for media filter Will submit estimate for dehumidifier in mechanical room
(2) System Maintenance 5T Water Source HP 2T Water Source HP Maintenance Checked temperature splits Checked compressor amps Checked blower amps Inspected air handler coils Inspected blower wheels Checked Capacitors MFD Inspected Contactor Inspected Air Handler Boards Verified Thermostat Operations Checked Filters (Wrote sizes on unit for home owner) Cleared Drain Pan Added Pan Tablets Chemical Solvent Drain Line Tested Safety Overflow Units are operating within manufacture specifications
Condenser control board failed
Upon arrival, the thermostat was calling for cooling, but I was not receiving low-voltage power at the control board. I checked the system’s fundamental components and found no other issues during the initial inspection. I discovered a Duke Energy electrical control box that appeared to be interrupting the low-voltage circuit. After bypassing the box for testing, the system received low-voltage power and responded accordingly. The issue was isolated to the Duke Energy control box. I disconnected its wiring inside the air handler, leaving the box out of the circuit. The homeowner agreed to enroll in the maintenance plan. Please contact the homeowner to schedule the initial maintenance visit, as he also mentioned water activating the drain float switch. If you have any questions, please reach out. Thank you for your business. Have a great day.
Capacitor replacement, five-year part warranty. Operation is normal with no issues or concerns within an 18° temperature difference.
Performed a drain line treatment. System is performing properly with a 19° temperature difference.
Great service, came to my place the same day I called. Nate is a great communicator and technician; he kept me informed each step along the way. Nate and Griffin (the electrical technician) are honest, trustworthy, prompt, knowledgeable , and a pleasure to work with. Highly recommend!
Thank you, Susan, for your wonderful 5-star rating; your support means a lot to us!
I had an outstanding experience with Air Bros from the moment I scheduled my service through to the completion of the job. Nate arrived right on schedule and was incredibly professional from start to finish. He performed a thorough preventative maintenance and cleaning of our system with a high attention to detail. He took the time to check our entire system and went above and beyond to answer all my questions in detail about maintenance tips to help prevent future issues. Nate's expertise, friendly demeanor and professionalism along with the entire scheduling process were truly amazing!
Thank you, Marci, for sharing your wonderful experience and recognizing Nate's professionalism and dedication; we truly appreciate your feedback and are glad to know our service met your expectations!
Air Bros has been my go-to for HVAC since I bought my house in 2017, and I wouldnt trust anyone else! Ricky has kept my old unit running like a champ for years, and when my house recently flooded, Justin showed up to get it back up and runningbuying me some time before I finally replace it (after 20 years, its definitely earned its retirement!). Theyre always on time, know their stuff, and even a hit with my dogs. If you want honest, reliable, high-quality service in St. Pete, these guys are the way to go!
Thank you, Amelia, for your kind words and for being a loyal customer since 2017! We're glad to hear that Ricky has kept your unit running smoothly and that Justin was there to help during a tough time. It means a lot to us to know we can provide reliable service for you and your furry friends!
Nathan helped me out on very short notice, super professional and polite. Definitely will call again if need arises.
Thank you, Ante, for your kind words about Nathan's professionalism and quick assistance; we look forward to helping you again in the future!
Our technicians inspect the full system — age, refrigerant type, corrosion, and repair history — and give you an honest recommendation. If a repair makes sense, we'll fix it. If the unit is beyond its useful life, we'll walk you through replacement options with no pressure.
Yes. Every Air Bros technician is background-checked, factory-trained, and works under our state HVAC license (#CAC1820499) and electrical license (#EC13015085).
We serve all of St. Petersburg, including Downtown, Historic Kenwood, Old Northeast, Snell Isle, Crescent Lake, Shore Acres, and Coquina Key, plus Seminole, Largo, Pinellas Park, and the surrounding beach communities.
Yes. We offer 24/7 emergency AC repair with same-day service throughout St. Petersburg and the surrounding Pinellas County area.
Air Bros is 100% locally owned and operated, headquartered in the Shore Acres neighborhood of St. Petersburg. We're not a franchise — every technician is a direct employee, not a subcontractor.