Jacksonville, FL
HVAC inspections for Jacksonville home buyers and owners
A detailed look at the heating and cooling system for home purchases, insurance questions or a second opinion, with a written report of what we found.
Quick answer
What does an HVAC inspection cover in Jacksonville, FL?
An HVAC inspection in Jacksonville covers the outdoor unit and its coil, the air handler and indoor coil, refrigerant and electrical readings, the condensate drain and float switch, the ducts and returns, and the thermostat, with a written report of condition and approximate equipment age.
What is included
Every inspection covers
- Equipment age and size from data plates
- Indoor and outdoor matching
- Refrigerant readings and temperature split
- Capacitor, contactor and electrical checks
- Coil condition inside and out
- Condensate drain and float switch
- Attic ducts and returns
- Written report with photos
Overview
More than a general home inspection covers
A general home inspector turns the system on and confirms it cools. An HVAC inspection goes further: equipment age from the data plates, refrigerant pressures, temperature split, electrical parts, coil condition, the drain and float switch, the ducts in the attic, and signs of past leaks or water damage.
The result is a written report you can use in a purchase negotiation, for an insurance question, or simply to decide whether to repair or plan a replacement. We report what we see and measure, and we don't use inspections to sell equipment.
What we fix
Home purchase inspection
Buying a home is when surprises cost the most. We note the age and size of the equipment, check whether indoor and outdoor units are matched, measure performance, look at the coil and drain for signs of trouble, and inspect the attic ducts. The report lists what's working, what needs attention soon, and what's near the end of its life, so you can negotiate or budget with real information rather than guesswork. We can usually schedule around inspection contingency deadlines.
Insurance inspection
Some insurers ask about the age and condition of HVAC equipment, especially on older homes. We document the equipment, its approximate age from the data plates, and its condition in a straightforward report. We don't fill in insurance forms on the insurer's behalf, but the report gives you the facts they usually ask for, and it's useful to have on file for future claims or sales. Photos of the equipment and data plates are included, which saves a second trip if the insurer asks for them later.
Second opinion
If you've been told you need a new system or a major repair, a second opinion is sensible. We measure the system ourselves, look at the component in question, and tell you what we found and what we'd recommend, including when a repair is still reasonable. You don't have to hire us for the work; the point is an honest reading before you spend a significant amount of money. If the first diagnosis was right, we'll tell you that too.
Inspections for homes near the beach
For homes near the beach, including Atlantic Beach and Nocatee, the outdoor coil deserves extra attention during an inspection. Salt air can corrode a coil to the point where it can't be reliably patched, which usually means a coil or full system replacement soon after purchase. We look closely at the coil fins and tube joints and note corrosion in the report, so a buyer knows before closing rather than after the first summer.
Brands we service and install
Trane, Carrier, Lennox, Rheem, Goodman, Daikin, Mitsubishi Electric, American Standard, Bryant, Ruud, Amana, Honeywell, York, Heil
How the job runs
How an inspection runs
- 1
Book
We schedule around your purchase or deadline.
- 2
Outdoor unit
Data plate, coil, electrical and readings.
- 3
Indoor unit
Air handler, coil, drain and float switch.
- 4
Ducts
Attic ducts and returns inspected.
- 5
Report
Written findings and recommendations.
Cost factors
What affects the cost of an inspection
- Number of systemsEach system is inspected and reported.
- System typeHeat pumps get a heating check as well.
- Attic accessDuct inspection time depends on the attic.
- Report detailPhotos and readings included in the written report.
- TimingPurchase deadlines can be scheduled around.
Call for current inspection pricing; we'll schedule around your purchase timeline.
Options
General home inspection vs HVAC inspection
| General inspection | HVAC inspection | |
|---|---|---|
| Runs the system | Yes | Yes |
| Refrigerant and electrical readings | Rarely | Yes |
| Coil and drain condition | Visual only | Inspected and tested |
| Attic ducts | Brief look | Traced and assessed |
| Equipment age and matching | Sometimes | Documented from data plates |
An HVAC inspection complements a general inspection; it doesn't replace it.
FAQ
HVAC inspection questions
Do I need an HVAC inspection if I have a home inspection?
A general inspection is brief on HVAC; a dedicated inspection goes much deeper.
How long does an HVAC inspection take?
Usually about an hour to an hour and a half per system.
Will you tell me how old the system is?
Yes, from the data plates where they're readable.
Do I have to hire you for repairs?
No. The report is yours to use as you choose.
Can you inspect before closing?
Yes, we'll schedule around your timeline.
Do you check the ducts?
Yes, the attic ducts and returns.
Do you inspect all brands?
Yes, including Trane, Carrier, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem and Daikin.
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Other work on the same system
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Coil rinse, drain flush, refrigerant and electrical checks before the muggy season.
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Two scheduled visits a year and drain line care, for systems that run most of the year.
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Rooftop units and split systems for offices, clinics and shops, day or night.
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Rooftop and split system replacements planned around business hours.
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Scheduled service for rooftop units and commercial splits, with written reports.
Learn moreKnow what you're buying
Call any hour to schedule an inspection around your timeline.