How Much Does Air Conditioning Service Cost?
Not only does your AC system make you comfortable, it’s also crucial for your health during the heat of summer. For that reason, when the chilly air suddenly isn’t blowing or your air conditioner won’t start up at all, you’re not in a position to shop around for several days.
When your air conditioner goes out in the middle of the summer, you don’t always have time to look around for multiple quotes or research average costs. Not having an idea how much it may cost when the air conditioning service technician arrives can be intimidating, so we’re here with some price ranges on some basic services so you won’t be shocked when Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning arrives to get you cool and comfortable again.
- Refrigerant Leak Detection & Repair: $150 – $500
- AC Circuit Board Replacement: $450 – $1300
- Thermostat Replacement: $200 – $500
- Capacitor Replacement: $250 – $350
- Contactor Replacement: $150 – $350
- AC Fan Motor Replacement: $500 – $1200
Refrigerant Leak Detection and Repair
Depending on the accessibility of the leak, whether or not a leak test is needed, and what actually demands repair, a normal refrigerant leak detection and repair can end up costing anywhere from $150 to $500 depending on how accessible the leak is for the technician. If you’re feeling uneasy, feel free to ask your air conditioning repair expert to show you the process and go over their findings.
AC Circuit Board Replacement
At times the culprit may be beyond the air conditioner itself and the circuit board may need to be replaced. Depending on the make and model of your air conditioner, a new circuit board for your system could be priced anywhere from $450 to $1300.
Thermostat Replacement
If you’re thinking about replacing your home’s thermostat, a smart wifi thermostat will usually cost more than a traditional thermostat. Depending on which style of thermostat you choose, you’re looking at anywhere between $200 and $550 to get it installed. Thanksfully, the newest thermostats might pay back their investment in energy management savings, depending on if they are programmed accordingly.
Capacitor or Contactor Replacement
If your A/C system is still only a couple years old or you decide to repair your older AC instead of investing in an energy-efficient A/C system upgrade, a capacitor will probably cost $250 to $350 and a contractor can be priced a little lower, ranging from $150 – $350. These repairs are two of the most common for your air conditioner.
AC Fan Motor Replacement
Again, it’s always responsible to assess the pros and cons of choosing to repair your current air conditioning equipment versus investing in an upgraded, more energy-efficient piece of equipment. If replacing this part is the better decision for you, a fan motor replacement could cost between $500 and $1200.
NOTE: Part repair under warranty
A common misunderstanding is that if the issue calls for a part to be replaced, that it is covered through the manufacturer’s equipment warranty; however, there are many additional costs that may not be covered through the warranty that you will be required to pay for out-of-pocket. Even with common repairs, for example, a capacitor replacement, the contractor still has to process this warranty through the manufacturer so they can get the credit on the part. Furthermore, all manufacturers require the contractor to hold the part for 60-120 days and may make the contractor return the bad part at the contractor’s cost. Greater repairs, a compressor for example, also require this process but these bigger repairs have ancillary supplies and materials required (i.e. refrigerant, copper fittings, etc.) that are not covered through the Original Equipment Manufacturer warranty. If you don’t have a labor warranty you will always have to pay out-of-pocket for the technician’s labor.
Some of our Membership Plans have parts and labor coverage that functions with the manufacturer’s warranty to keep you from unexpected repair expenses.
Keep in mind that these costs are estimates and many times they can increase or decrease depending on where you live, the actual issues with your AC, how old your equipment is, and whether or not you’ve been receiving yearly maintenance to maintain the health of your air conditioning system and your manufacturer’s warranty. If your AC has seen its last summer and replacement is more likely, take a moment to review our air conditioner pricing guide.
If you want to find out more or ever need expert AC repair, call Service Experts Heating & Air Conditioning 24/7/365.