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Orlando AC rebates in 2026: Duke, OUC and KUA. What's actually real.

By the Fast Service AC team · FL Lic #CAC1818913 · Updated November 1, 2026

The federal credit is gone. Your utility is not.

The $2,000 federal tax credit ended December 31, 2025. What may still pay you back in 2026 is your electric utility. Programs change, so this page shows which utility to look at, what to ask, and what to do before the install.

The short version

  • Duke Energy Florida: ask about its current residential program. Its free Home Energy Check may be required first.
  • OUC (Orlando and St. Cloud): ask about its current program. Rebates can depend on system size and efficiency.
  • KUA (Kissimmee): ask about its current program. Its home energy audit may be required first.
  • Start with your bill: it shows which utility serves your address, and a neighbor's utility may not be yours.

Duke Energy Florida

Duke's residential program has focused on replacements, not new construction. The step most people miss is its free Home Energy Check, which may need to happen before the install is scheduled. Ask Duke what applies to your home before you book the work.

OUC — Orlando and St. Cloud

OUC's rebates can depend on a system's capacity and efficiency, so two homes can see very different results. Check OUC's current program before you choose a tier. We can give you the equipment details you need to ask.

KUA — Kissimmee

KUA has offered programs for qualifying heat pumps, duct repair and smart thermostats. Its home energy audit may need to happen before the work, so ask first and we will schedule around it. Some addresses with a Kissimmee mailing address are not on KUA, so check your bill.

What we do, and what you do

  • You check your bill, then book the utility's energy check or audit if it requires one. We can tell you what to ask for.
  • We size the system with a load calculation and quote good, better and best on one page, and point out which options may qualify.
  • After the install, we give you the invoice and equipment details your utility asks for.
Can I still get the federal tax credit?+

No. The 25C credit ended December 31, 2025 and does not apply to 2026 installs. Anyone advertising it is wrong or out of date.

Do rebates apply to repairs?+

No. All three programs pay on system replacement or efficiency upgrades, not repairs. Maintenance plans and repairs are priced separately.

Can I combine the utility rebate with Cool Cash?+

Yes. Carrier Cool Cash and the special financing are the manufacturer's program; the utility rebate is separate. They stack.

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