HVAC Costs
HVAC cost guides
Honest, national cost ranges for HVAC repair, replacement, and installation — plus the factors that move the price. When you are ready for a real number, HVAC Rescue connects you with professionals that service your area.
9 guides
Repair & diagnostic costs
Start here for no-cooling, no-heat, and common component repairs.
HVAC Repair CostSee current HVAC repair cost ranges for minor, moderate, and major work, plus diagnosis, labor, timing, and repair-versus-replacement factors.
AC Repair CostSee current AC repair cost ranges by repair scope, with guidance on diagnosis, refrigerant work, quote comparison, and replacement decisions.
Furnace Repair CostSee current furnace repair cost ranges for common components, with safety guidance, diagnostic questions, warranties, and replacement tradeoffs.
Duct Repair CostSee typical duct repair and sealing costs — per-leak patches, mastic vs. Aeroseal, and section replacement.AC Capacitor Replacement CostAC capacitor replacement typically costs $250 to $400 installed. See part and labor ranges, failure symptoms, warranty questions, and electrical safety risks.AC Compressor Replacement CostSee typical AC compressor replacement costs by tonnage and warranty status, plus when a failed compressor means replacing the whole unit.AC Refrigerant Recharge CostCurrent AC refrigerant recharge cost estimates for R-22, R-410A, and newer R-454B or R-32 systems, plus leak-search and repair pricing.Blower Motor Replacement CostCurrent blower motor replacement cost estimates for PSC and ECM motors, module-only repairs, labor, and quote comparisons.Evaporator Coil Replacement CostTypical evaporator coil replacement cost ranges by coil size, cased vs. uncased type, warranty status, and refrigerant.6 guides
System replacement costs
Compare complete system, AC, furnace, boiler, and heat pump replacement ranges.
HVAC Replacement CostSee current HVAC replacement cost ranges for heating and cooling systems, plus sizing, ductwork, efficiency, quote scope, and warranty factors.AC Replacement CostExplore current AC replacement cost ranges by tonnage and efficiency, plus matched equipment, refrigerant compatibility, ductwork, and quote scope.
Furnace Replacement CostSee current gas furnace replacement cost ranges by efficiency and size, plus load calculations, venting, airflow, permits, and warranty considerations.Boiler Replacement CostSee current boiler replacement cost estimates by fuel, efficiency, and type — gas, oil, combi, and steam — plus the factors that change the scope.
Heat Pump Replacement CostCurrent heat pump replacement cost estimates by tonnage, SEER2 tier, and ducted versus ductless design, plus rebate and scope considerations.Air Handler Replacement CostCurrent air handler replacement cost estimates by tonnage, with or without a new coil, plus heat strips, labor, and attic-access pricing.5 guides
Installation costs
Plan new equipment installs, from central HVAC to mini-splits and heat pumps.
HVAC Installation CostSee current HVAC installation cost ranges by system type and size, plus load calculations, efficiency, ductwork, permits, and proposal comparisons.AC Installation CostUnderstand current central AC installation cost ranges by size and scope, including load calculations, matched equipment, airflow, electrical work, and testing.Furnace Installation CostUnderstand current furnace installation cost ranges by efficiency and scope, including sizing, venting, gas or electrical work, airflow, and commissioning.Heat Pump Installation CostExplore current heat pump installation cost ranges by capacity and climate, plus low-temperature output, backup heat, electrical work, and rebates.
Mini-Split Installation CostSee current ductless mini-split installation cost ranges for single- and multi-zone systems, plus sizing, line routing, drainage, and electrical scope.4 guides
Airflow, controls & tune-up costs
Budget for ducts, cleaning, thermostats, and seasonal maintenance.
Ductwork Replacement CostUnderstand current whole-home ductwork replacement cost ranges by home size, runs, materials, access, insulation, sealing, design, and testing.Air Duct Cleaning CostSee current air duct cleaning cost ranges per system and vent, when cleaning may be warranted, what a complete scope includes, and how to compare quotes.
Thermostat Replacement CostSee current thermostat replacement cost ranges for standard and smart models, plus equipment compatibility, C-wire needs, setup, and diagnosis.
HVAC Tune-Up CostSee typical HVAC tune-up cost ranges for AC, furnace, and heat pump visits, plus maintenance-plan pricing and what a real checklist includes.Cost ranges are estimates developed from standardized project scopes and reviewed pricing inputs. Government labor and regional cost data are used where applicable. See our Pricing Methodology for the exact sources, calculations, and review date. Actual prices vary by property, scope, materials or equipment, location, and provider.
FAQ
HVAC cost questions
How accurate are these HVAC cost ranges?
Use the ranges to compare standardized project scopes and identify which equipment, access, permitting, and supporting-work assumptions move a project between scenarios.
Why do two quotes for the same job vary so much?
The same symptom can have very different underlying causes, equipment, and local labor rates. A weak-cooling complaint might be an inexpensive capacitor or an expensive compressor, which is why a proper diagnosis matters before comparing prices.
How do I get a real quote for my system?
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