AC Replacement Costs

Quick Answer: When Replacing the AC Compressor Makes Sense (and When It Doesn’t) If you’re trying to decide whether to replace air con compressor  or put the money toward a new system, start with four variables: Age of the system  — Under ~6 years (and especially if parts are under warranty), replacing the compressor can be sensible . Past ~10 years, a full system often pencils out better because of efficiency gains ( SEER2 efficiency standards for Florida (DOE) ), compatibil

Evaporator coil replacement explained: real 2025 costs, when to swap the coil vs. the whole AC, and pro tips from a South Florida installer—process, pricing, and FAQs.

Use this as a planning tool. Final price depends on material, access (attic/crawl/in-wall), story count, and local labor.

If you’re hunting for affordable HVAC replacement, you’re likely hot, stressed, and staring at a quote that makes your eyes water. I work HVAC in Florida, and here’s the blunt truth:

Nationally, a central AC replacement (equipment + install) often lands somewhere in the mid-thousands to low five figures, depending on size, efficiency, and scope. Many homeowner guides peg central AC at about $2,500–$15,000 installed