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Since 2017, Home Therapist has been the trusted choice for families across Tampa Bay upgrading to energy-efficient heat pumps. Homeowners count on us for expert installation, honest recommendations, and proven results. With hundreds of 5-star reviews, we make it easy to enjoy year-round comfort and lower utility bills.

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Who to call for a heat pump install in Tampa Bay: questions to ask first

Pick the installer who will size the system with a real load calculation, pull the permit, and put the whole job in a written quote before any work starts.

Many results for this search show unrelated pages, so here is what actually helps a Tampa Bay homeowner choose a contractor.

Check the license first

Ask for the state license number and look it up. Ours is a state-certified air conditioning contractor license, CAC1819196, and plumbing license CFC1431159. Florida has no master HVAC license, so be wary of anyone who claims one.

Ask what the quote covers

• Is the thermostat included? On our AC and heat pump packages it is.
• Who pulls the permit and schedules the inspection? We do. The permit fee is billed separately on every install, so ask any company how it handles that line.
• Are the old lines reused and flushed, or replaced? Value, Premium and Elite packages reuse and flush the existing copper lines. New copper comes only with Elite Max.
• Is the old system hauled away? We haul it off.

Ask about the equipment

We install all brands. Our preferred picks are Goodman and Daikin, and both use R-32 refrigerant. Ask any installer which refrigerant the unit uses and what the SEER2 and HSPF2 ratings are. In Florida a new split heat pump must meet 14.3 SEER2 and 7.5 HSPF2. Near the Gulf, salt air attacks outdoor coils, so ask whether the cabinet and coil suit a coastal home.

Ask about warranties in writing

Manufacturer parts warranties are separate from the installer's labor warranty. Labor coverage depends on the package or unit, so get the length for your exact system on paper.

Ask about the estimate

Many Tampa companies charge just to diagnose or quote. Ours is FREE at any hour, and we are open 24/7. Our phone line is answered around the clock, by our Tampa Bay team during the day and by an AI assistant after hours that can book your visit. Same-day service is available on many jobs.

Comparing bids? Send us another company's written estimate and we will review it and try to match it. For typical costs, see our replacement cost guide. If your old system is a straight AC, our AC installation page explains that path. Utility rebates still apply in some cases, and the rebates guide shows which ones. After the install, our AC tune-up keeps the system running well in Tampa humidity.

Heat Pump Installation Tampa: Common Questions

What is the $5000 rule for HVAC?

Multiply your system's age by the repair quote; if that number exceeds $5,000, replacement usually makes more financial sense than repairing. In Tampa's intense heat and humidity, older units work harder and fail faster, so this rule helps homeowners avoid throwing money at a system nearing the end of its life. Call (813) 343-2212 for a FREE diagnosis.

Can I get rebates for installing a heat pump in Florida?

Yes. The federal 25C tax credit ended for systems installed after December 31, 2025, but utility rebates from TECO, Duke Energy, Peoples Gas and FPL still apply. Florida's HEAR program is not yet open. See current incentives at /guides/florida-hvac-rebates-tax-credits-2026/.