HVAC & AC Repair Cost Guide 2026

Cost per pound depends heavily on whether it is R-410A or older R-22.

Includes finding the leak, fixing it, and recharging the system.

Common failure. Part is cheap ($10-30), cost is mostly labor and diagnostic fee.

Electrical switch that sends power to compressor. Quick fix.

The blower motor that circulates air through your home.

The fan that pulls air across the outdoor condenser coils.

The heart of the AC. Very expensive part and labor intensive.

The outdoor coil. Often better to replace entire outdoor unit.

The indoor coil. Prone to leaks on systems 10+ years old.

Clearing algae and sludge from the condensate drain pipe.

Safety switch that turns off AC if drain pan fills with water.

Basic programmable thermostat and installation.

Includes cost of Nest, Ecobee, or similar smart thermostat.

For standard split systems. Variable speed ECM motors cost more.

The "brain" of the furnace or air handler.

Fixing leaks or replacing damaged copper line sets.

Deep cleaning of outdoor coils for better efficiency.

Complete new system including new ductwork fabrication.

Swapping outdoor unit and indoor coil using existing ducts.

Replacing an existing heat pump system.

Switching from gas/AC to a full heat pump system.

One outdoor unit, one indoor head. Good for additions/garages.

One outdoor unit, three indoor heads for different rooms.

Equipment only (DIY install). Depends on BTU size.

Equipment only. Floor standing with exhaust hose.

General inspection, cleaning, and testing before summer.

Spring AC check and Fall heating check. Often includes discounts.

Deep cleaning to restore efficiency and airflow.

Cost of standard 1" filter plus labor (cheaper DIY).

Aeroseal (internal spray) or manual mastic sealing.

Vacuuming out dust/debris. Usually only needed every 5-7 years.

Replacing a damaged or crushed section of flex duct.

Completely replacing all existing ductwork.

Adding insulation to exposed ducts in unconditioned spaces.

In-duct UV light to kill mold and bacteria.

Adds moisture to winter air. Plumbs into furnace.

Hospital-grade bypass filtration for severe allergies.

Energy/Heat Recovery Ventilator for fresh air exchange.

After-hours, weekend, or holiday service call fee on top of the actual repair cost. Most companies charge 1.5x to 2x their normal diagnostic fee.

Rush replacement of a failed compressor including the part and labor. Emergency pricing is typically 25-40% higher than scheduled service.

Emergency refrigerant leak repair and recharge. Includes diagnostic, leak detection, repair, and refrigerant at after-hours rates.

Emergency repair of failed contactors, capacitors, or wiring issues causing complete system shutdown. Includes after-hours diagnostic fee.

Rush thermostat replacement when the existing unit fails completely and cannot control the system. Includes basic programmable thermostat and installation.

Replacement of a failed condensate pump that removes water from the AC system. Includes the pump and labor to install and test.

Replacement of the thermostatic expansion valve (TXV) that controls refrigerant flow. Requires recovering and recharging refrigerant.