New slab if new a/c?

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Old 12-01-2018, 08:24 PM
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A friend is getting a total new HVAC system. The company doing the work said that Sumter county building code requires a new slab for the a/c unit.

Does anyone know if this is true?

I have lived in Florida for over 60 years, and have never heard of this. However, I realize building codes change from time to time.

My house is coming up on 13 years old, so a new a/c unit will be required sooner than I'd like. I am trying to be prepared with the proper info.
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Old 12-01-2018, 08:37 PM
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A friend is getting a total new HVAC system. The company doing the work said that Sumter county building code requires a new slab for the a/c unit.

Does anyone know if this is true?

I have lived in Florida for over 60 years, and have never heard of this. However, I realize building codes change from time to time.

My house is coming up on 13 years old, so a new a/c unit will be required sooner than I'd like. I am trying to be prepared with the proper info.
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Replaced my 12 year old system this summer and they did put in a new slab...said required by code. Chuck Farrell did the install.


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Slab or Pad for the exterior unit?
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Old 12-01-2018, 09:14 PM
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Yep, it's required. Comes all prepared, no pouring cement or cement forms. They do it the easy way. If you have gas, the gas company has a rebate, I think it's $500. The a/c dealer should handle all the paperwork.
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Old 12-02-2018, 10:43 AM
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Thank you very much for the info and reply.
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You can always call the Sumter county building department and get the official answer, it may depend on the age/size of the existing pad.
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