Anthony Stelter
9+ years of hands-on HVAC field experience
“I treat every homeowner with the same care and honesty I give my own family.”
Owner-led A/C maintenance and service for Pinellas County, parts of Hillsborough County, and parts of Pasco County — built on doing the work right and communicating clearly.
What Sets Anthony Apart
These are the principles that guided Anthony to start Ant's HVAC — and the ones that still define how every visit is handled.
Owner-Led Every Visit
Anthony is the technician. Not a dispatcher, not a crew manager. That means the same person, the same process, and the same standards on every visit.
Repair Before Replace
After years in the field, Anthony saw how often replacement gets recommended before repair or maintenance is fully considered. Ant's HVAC is built to help extend the life of the system you already have — whenever that's the right call.
Honest, Clear Communication
After every visit, you know what was found, what was done, and what to keep an eye on. Images and video where helpful. No jargon, no pressure.
Florida-Specific Experience
Working in Pinellas County means understanding the specific conditions — the extended cooling seasons, the coastal humidity, the salt air — that affect A/C systems in this part of Florida.
Owner-Led. Maintenance-First.
My goal is to help homeowners get the longest possible life out of their A/C systems. Ant's HVAC is built around that idea — preventative maintenance, done thoroughly and communicated honestly.
After years in the field, I saw how often replacement gets recommended before repair or maintenance is fully considered. Ant's HVAC is built to help extend the life of the system you already have — whenever that's the right call.
This is owner-led work. I'm the technician. That means the focus and the standards stay consistent from visit to visit — and you can ask me directly about what I find.
Maintenance-First
Preventative care is the specialty — not an add-on. It's what the business was built around.
Clear Communication
After every visit, you know what was found, what was done, and what to keep an eye on. Images and video where helpful.
Consistent Process
The same four-stage Ant Standard on every visit. Nothing skipped, nothing rushed.
What Each Certification Means for You
These are independent, verified certifications — not in-house training completions. Here's what each one actually means in practical terms.
NATE Certified
NATE is an independent technician certification program that tests real-world HVAC knowledge — not just time in the field.
Journeyman Certified
This credential reflects real, documented field experience, not just classroom hours. It distinguishes trade-level proficiency earned through actual work.
Universal EPA Certified
Certified for refrigerant handling under EPA requirements. Required for any technician who services refrigerant-containing systems.
Electrical Certified
A/C systems are complex electrical systems. This certification means Anthony has verified knowledge of how those circuits work — and how to work on them safely.
Installation Heat Pump Certified
Heat pump systems operate differently from conventional A/C. This certification confirms specific knowledge of how those systems function.
HVAC Excellence Certified
HVAC Excellence is an independent HVAC certifying organization. Certification reflects competency in core HVAC disciplines, verified through an external program.
RACCA Graduate / Alum
Graduate and alum of RACCA industry training — a recognized industry education program for HVAC professionals.
Full Credential List
NATE Certified
Certified through NATE, an independent technician certification program focused on real-world HVAC knowledge and performance in the field.
Journeyman Certified
Recognizes demonstrated trade-level proficiency earned through hands-on field experience in HVAC work — not just classroom hours.
Universal EPA Certified
Certified for refrigerant handling under EPA requirements. Required for any technician who services refrigerant-containing systems.
Electrical Certified
Demonstrates verified knowledge of the electrical components integral to HVAC systems, including wiring, controls, and safe electrical practices.
Installation Heat Pump Certified
Verified knowledge of heat pump systems, including proper operation principles specific to this equipment type.
HVAC Excellence Certified
Issued by HVAC Excellence, an independent HVAC certifying organization, confirming competency in core HVAC disciplines.
RACCA Graduate / Alum
Graduate and alum of RACCA industry training — a recognized industry education program for HVAC professionals.
Work with someone who takes maintenance seriously.
Send a request and Ant's HVAC will be in touch.
Clearwater-Based, Locally Focused
Ant's HVAC operates out of Clearwater and primarily serves homeowners throughout Pinellas County. Coverage also extends into parts of Hillsborough County and parts of Pasco County.
Working locally means understanding the specific conditions — the heat, the humidity, the salt air — that affect A/C systems in this part of Florida. That context matters for how maintenance is approached and what to look for.
Serving Pinellas County, parts of Hillsborough County & parts of Pasco County
Work with someone who takes maintenance seriously.
Send a request and Ant's HVAC will be in touch.