True Cost Checker
What should your HVAC job actually cost?
Pick your city, system, and home details. We’ll show you the true cost range, the lowest typical price, and how much negotiating room you have.
Methodology reviewed by Leonard Thompson · LC Thompson Construction Co. · 2026.Q1
Where’s your project?
We’ll use this to show prices specific to your area.
What do you need?
Select the type of work. Prices shown are for your city.
Tell us about your home
These details fine-tune your estimate.
1 Story
2 Stories
3+
Yes
No
Not Sure
Estimated range: calculating…Updates as you adjust
What efficiency level?
Higher efficiency costs more upfront but saves on energy bills.
Standard
14–15 SEER · Meets code
+$0 vs baseline
Most Popular
High Efficiency
16–18 SEER · Best value
Save ~$200/yr
Premium
19+ SEER · Top efficiency
Save ~$400/yr
Your True Cost
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Your Negotiating Room
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What’s next?
Download Your Report
Free PDF with everything above plus a negotiation script for your appointment.
We’ll email your report right away. We may follow up to connect you with a local pro or update you on new pricing data.
Connect with a Local Pro
We’ll match you with a vetted contractor in your area.
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Get Your City’s Free HVAC Report
Free PDF with fair prices for your city, permit info, and tips for negotiating with contractors. Updated every quarter.
We’ll email your report right away. We may follow up to connect you with a local pro or update you on new pricing data.