[theorem painter]

Originally Posted by crash

Fraugoofy had good estimates and no gas below 466 unless propane.

I think you mean no gas south of 466A. North of 466A has gas.

[jimbo2012]

Originally Posted by Nucky

First thing a contractor does is look at your license plate. Rich people from the tri-state area pay more for everything.

That is very true, you want no evidence of having money....

Having said that if you live in a premier......SOL


Also remember if the contractor is smaller after you get your best price see what they will do for cash.

But you still must get receipt, it works with some others may not

[Chatbrat]

If he needs cash, kiss your warranty adios--he will change his business, every year--go with the big 3 or 4 in the villages-Munns, M&S, Sunshine & Farrell--save pennies & pay with $$$ also,when you use a credit card-- the bank backs you up & sometimes extends your warranty--when you pay with cash you have zero leverage

[jimbo2012]

the warranty is from the manufacturer not the installer, so that point fails.

[Carla B]

Originally Posted by theorem painter

I think you mean no gas south of 466A. North of 466A has gas.

That's also wrong. Most newer villages north of 466A are all electric. Just have to check with homeowner or realtor.

[Chatbrat]

The manufacture will not warranty a faulty installation-- if will become a finger pointing contest & you don't want to get involved in one

[JSR22]

Originally Posted by Carla B

That's also wrong. Most newer villages north of 466A are all electric. Just have to check with homeowner or realtor.

There is gas between 466 and 466a. The lines are under your street. TECO will the run the lines to your house for free as long as you guarantee a minimum of gas appliances. Two people I know in Bonita have had the gas lines run. I will probably do this year. Gas top cooking and gas hot water heater.

[spofford]

We did get estimates for a gas 3 ton unit cost was $ 5000- $6,000. included replacing all lines. Not replacing lines from a/c to house, was $ 1,500 less, from smaller contractor, with good reputation. Larger contractors would not just replace unit.

[crash]

Originally Posted by theorem painter

I think you mean no gas south of 466A. North of 466A has gas.

Thank you for your kind reply. I live north of 466a and south of 466 and was told when I bought the house the developer did not bring gas south of 466, I stand corrected.

[Carla B]

Originally Posted by JSR22

There is gas between 466 and 466a. The lines are under your street. TECO will the run the lines to your house for free as long as you guarantee a minimum of gas appliances. Two people I know in Bonita have had the gas lines run. I will probably do this year. Gas top cooking and gas hot water heater.

None near our house. T&D checked on it for us five years ago.

[TheDude]

I was all in for gas however newer areas don't seem to have it. The only reason I wanted gas was for the stove then I thought... who am I kidding, I am not cooking enough to justify the problems (fire, having to leave a window cracked).

If you would have gas appliances it would be oven and water heater...

Carrier is great for electric AC and any matching stove, DW, Microwave, and fridge set doesn't need to be gas.

That is my two cents on gas in TV.

[Emmakrock@yahoo.com]

We have a ranch listed . Doesn't need anything and cheaper than a villa with more privacy

[LSchaef2]

We had our courtyard village air replaced with Sun Kool and it was around $5k. Additionally we had the roof replaced at $9k; however, the shingles were covered under warranty and Owens Corning picked up the tab. Battered Bee was the company who did all the worked including checking to see if the shingles were bad.

[JSR22]

Originally Posted by Carla B

None near our house. T&D checked on it for us five years ago.

Call Teco.

[DougandLaddi]

Originally Posted by spofford

We did get estimates for a gas 3 ton unit cost was $ 5000- $6,000. included replacing all lines. Not replacing lines from a/c to house, was $ 1,500 less, from smaller contractor, with good reputation. Larger contractors would not just replace unit.

Coming from an HVAC background I can advise that changing lines is a waste in some cases and very much needed in others. It is particularly important when the new unit really does need it for efficiency. Some of the new units require a larger low pressure side to get those advertised efficiency #'s or you will not get what you pay for in efficiency even though it would function. Similar efficiency level change outs are a waste to change lines and mostly just running the bill up unless the existing lines are deteriorated for some obscure reason but should last for decades. New Freon types can be line flushed if the line size is acceptable. P.S. take the time to do the math on dollars spent vs dollars expected to be saved and there is always a sweet spot, the very latest technology rarely will pay for it's increased cost in the life expectancy. Also as new equipment has evolved the variables such as existing duct size can rob that perfect efficiency that might of been enjoyed by a perfect new install done correctly as well so ask questions. I personally find one step back from front edge on the latest technology is the sweet spot in pricing if your existing infrastructure supports its needs. Spending a couple thousand dollars extra to get an expected savings of $9 a month is bad math for most of us. Sorry to be so wordy but just have done a lot in this area so felt I had more than average to offer.