Mitch Orta

Heat Pump Not Cooling in Florida? What It Means and When to Call for Repair

By Mitch Orta / October 23, 2026

A heat pump usually stops cooling because of a wrong thermostat setting, a dirty air filter, a clogged condensate drain, a tripped circuit breaker, a refrigerant leak, or a stuck reversing valve. You can check the thermostat and air filter on your own, and our technicians can take care of the rest. If you live…

AC Unit Maintenance Cost in Pinellas County: What You Pay and What It Covers

By Mitch Orta / September 28, 2026

Find out exactly what you get for your AC unit maintenance cost. M&R Air Conditioning offers comprehensive $99 tune-ups to keep your Florida home cool.

Thermostat Set to Cool But AC Not Turning On? Here’s How to Fix It

By Mitch Orta / September 28, 2026

If your AC won’t turn on despite the thermostat being set to cool, follow our 5-minute troubleshooting checklist to restore cold air before calling a pro.

Mini-Split Installation Cost in 2026: What Pinellas County Homeowners Actually Pay

By Mitch Orta / September 21, 2026

Discover the true ductless AC unit installation cost for 2026. M&R Air Conditioning breaks down mini split system prices for Pinellas County homeowners.

AC Leaking Water? How We Clear a Clogged Florida Drain Line

By Mitch Orta / September 16, 2026

Water pooling around your air conditioner? Learn why your AC is leaking, how to safely clear a clogged drain line, and when to call St. Pete’s trusted local HVAC experts.

Commercial HVAC Maintenance Pricing for Pinellas County Businesses in 2026

By Mitch Orta / August 17, 2026

Commercial HVAC maintenance pricing for Pinellas County buildings typically averages $0.14 to $0.22 per square foot per year. A 12,000-square-foot office lands around $1,700 to $2,600 annually, while a 100,000-square-foot building runs $14,000 to $22,000. Your number moves inside that range based on equipment tonnage, system age, rooftop access, and how much parts risk you…

Ductless Mini Split: Boost Florida Home Air Quality

By Mitch Orta / July 1, 2026

How Do You Keep a Florida Home Comfortable When the Air Itself Seems to Work Against You? Sticky humidity, mold spores, musty rooms, seasonal allergies, and rising energy bills can all point to the same hidden problem: too much moisture and not enough control. And when traditional ductwork runs through superheated attic spaces, cooled air…

Ductwork Replacement in Florida: Signs, Costs & What to Expect

By Mitch Orta / June 24, 2026

Why Can Ductwork Replacement in Florida Cost So Much More Than Homeowners Expect? If some rooms never cool down, your energy bills keep climbing, or your attic ducts are aging in brutal heat and humidity, the problem may be bigger than a simple repair. In Florida, duct replacement can range from about $1,400 to $12,000+,…

How Much Does AC Repair Cost? Common Repairs & Price Ranges for Florida Homeowners

By Mitch Orta / June 18, 2026

When the Florida heat pushes your indoor temperature into the sweltering zone, the sudden panic of a failing system is quickly followed by anxiety over how much the repair bill will actually cost. Finding a reliable AC repair service close to your home is stressful enough, especially when you are left in the dark about…