AC Service in the area around Surfside, FL averages $93.00, with prices ranging from $79.00 to $189.99 based on 50 verified prices from 50 nearby shops.
Showing nearby shops within 25 mi of Surfside · September 2026
AC Service prices in Surfside, FL range from $79.00 to $189.99 at local auto repair shops, based on verified pricing data gathered from 50 shops across the area. Your car's air conditioning works on the same refrigeration cycle as a household AC unit: refrigerant (R-134a or R-1234yf on newer vehicles) cycles between high-pressure liquid and low-pressure gas, absorbing heat from the cabin as it evaporates at the evaporator coil and rejecting it outside through the condenser. Prices for this service in Surfside vary by vehicle make and model, the grade of parts and fluids used, and whether you book with an independent shop, a franchise chain, or a dealership. Independent and chain repair shops in Surfside typically charge 20 to 40 percent less than dealerships for this service; dealerships may justify the premium for warranty-covered work or brand-specific diagnostics. All prices listed on this page were verified directly from shop websites or user-submitted receipts, and each carries a Last Verified date. For details on how PriceMyFix verifies prices, visit pricemyfix.com/about/methodology.
| Shop | Type | Price | Details | Verified | Distance | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda of Aventura2150 Northeast 163rd Street | Dealership | $89.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 11 days agoby PriceMyFix | 3.7 mi | View Shop |
| Express Sliding Door Repair — Aventura19580 West Dixie Highway | Independent | $89.95Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Red Lion Auto Repair555 Northwest 79th Street | Independent | $89.95Coupon | Verified 4 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Avis Car Rental19575 Biscayne Boulevard | Independent | $89.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 5.5 mi | View Shop | |
| RapidRevAutos20350 West Country Club Drive | Dealership | $89.99Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 5.9 mi | View Shop |
| Braman Genesis1930 Northeast 2nd Avenue | Dealership | $79.95Coupon | Verified 14 days agoby PriceMyFix | 7.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Miami Nerds710 6th Street | Independent | $89.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 7.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Florida Fine Cars21151 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Dealership | $89.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.0 mi | View Shop |
| Hyundai of North Miami21400 Northwest 2nd Avenue | Dealership | $79.95Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 8.1 mi | View Shop | |
| Prestige Auto Repairs & Tires Hollywood2425 Pembroke Road | Independent | $79.99Coupon | Most vehicles | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 8.3 mi | View Shop |
| AutoVice875 West Flagler Street | Independent | $89.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.0 mi | View Shop | |
| Nation Autos Miami3208 East 4th Avenue | Dealership | $89.99Coupon | Verified 3 days agoby PriceMyFix | 9.5 mi | View Shop | |
| Road King Auto Sales5920 Dewey Street | Dealership | $79.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Gravity Autos Hollywood1001 South State Road 7 | Dealership | $79.95Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.8 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Repair Pros Hollywood East1190 North Dixie Highway | Independent | $79.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 9.9 mi | View Shop | |
| Artemisa Auto Air Inc261 West 23rd Street | Independent | $79.99Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 10.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Leader Service1700 Coral Way | Independent | $79.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 10.8 mi | View Shop |
| Auto Repair Pros Hollywood North1631 North State Road 7 | Independent | $79.99Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 11.2 mi | View Shop | |
| Auto Repair Pros Hollywood West1631 North State Road 7 | Independent | $79.99Coupon | Verified 13 days agoby PriceMyFix | 11.2 mi | View Shop | |
| The Palm Motors4082 West 12th Avenue | Dealership | $89.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.4 mi | View Shop | |
| Vera Buick GMC300 South University Drive | Dealership | $89.99Coupon | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 11.6 mi | View Shop | |
| Hialeah Auto Care Center5988 West 20th Avenue | Independent | $89.95Coupon | Verified 12 days agoby PriceMyFix | 12.3 mi | View Shop | |
| A Auto Tech Inc3051 Southwest 38th Court | Independent | $89.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 13.0 mi | View Shop |
| Round the Clock Roadside Assistance10590 Southwest City Center boulevard | Independent | $79.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 13.2 mi | View Shop |
| CarLux Fort Lauderdale2200 South Federal Highway | Dealership | $89.95Coupon | Most vehicles. | Verified 3 weeks agoby PriceMyFix | 14.9 mi | View Shop |
The average ac service in Surfside, FL costs $85.57 across 25 shops. The cheapest verified price is $79.95 at Braman Genesis. Dealerships average $86.33 — 2% more than independents and chains in this area.
Trucks and SUVs with higher oil capacity may cost more. Check individual shop listings for vehicle-specific pricing.
Your car's air conditioning works on the same refrigeration cycle as a household AC unit: refrigerant (R-134a or R-1234yf on newer vehicles) cycles between high-pressure liquid and low-pressure gas, absorbing heat from the cabin as it evaporates at the evaporator coil and rejecting it outside through the condenser. The compressor, driven by the engine's belt, is the key component. An 'AC service' typically means evacuating any remaining refrigerant with a recovery machine, checking for leaks, and recharging to the correct pressure with fresh refrigerant. It does not usually include compressor or component repair unless additional parts are needed.
AC systems are sealed and should not require refrigerant unless there's a leak. Schedule service when: (1) air is not as cold as it used to be, particularly if it only cools when the car is moving (low refrigerant), (2) you hear a clicking from the engine bay when the AC is on (compressor clutch failing to engage — low refrigerant or electrical issue), (3) you notice oily residue on AC fittings or the condenser — that's refrigerant oil indicating a leak, (4) cabin temperature gauge rises above 80°F with AC on full in mild weather. Do this in spring, before the seasonal rush that fills shops through July.
No AC is not dangerous in itself — it's an extreme comfort issue in the Sun Belt. The risk is heat-related: cabin temperatures in a car parked in the Florida or Georgia sun for 30 minutes can reach 140°F+, which is lethal in minutes for children or pets. For the driver, extended driving at 95°F+ interior temperatures causes fatigue, impaired judgment, and heat stress. There's also a direct safety correlation between driver alertness and temperature. For any driver in the South, a functioning AC system from April through October is a practical safety necessity, not a luxury.
AC service is one of the most common areas for misleading pricing: (1) a 'recharge' that doesn't include a leak test is a temporary fix — if refrigerant is low, there's a leak, and without finding it, you'll be back in 2–6 months, (2) shops that refuse to show you the actual pressure readings before and after service — a legitimate shop will show you the system pressure on their manifold gauge set, (3) 'dye injection' upsells — UV dye to detect leaks is legitimate, but some shops inject it as a standalone service ($25–$50) when it should be done during the recharge, (4) compressor replacement diagnoses on the first visit without a pressure test confirming the compressor is actually the cause.
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