How Much Does Central AC Replacement Cost In Alexandria, VA?
Given a 1500 – 3000 square foot home, the average cost to replace a Central A/C unit in Alexandria, VA will be between $4,510 – $12,315. This guide covers price ranges by house size.
Compare costs for central AC Replacement cost for these popular brands:
- Trane AC Units
- Amana AC Units
- Carrier AC Units
- Lennox AC Units
- Rheem AC Units
- American Standard AC Units
- RUUD AC Units
Central AC Cost by Size/BTU’s
If you’re thinking about installing a new AC system in Alexandria, VA, this chart will help you determine your cost according to the size and BTU’s.
| Central A/C Unit Size | *BTU’s (British Thermal Units) | **AC Unit Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 Tons | 18,000 BTU | $1,950 – $2,122 | |
| 2 Tons | 24,000 BTU | $2,710 – $2,921 | |
| 2.5 Tons | 30000 BTU | $2,840 – $3,019 | |
| 3 Tons | 36000 BTU | $2,925 – $3,200 | |
| 3.5 Tons | 42000 BTU | $3,332 – $3,600 | |
| 4 Tons | 48000 BTU | $3,648 – $3,757 | |
| 5 Tons | 60000 BTU | $3,721 – $3,810 |
*A British thermal unit (BTU) is a unit of heat; it is defined as the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water by one degree Fahrenheit.
** AC cost does not include installation, which will be between $90/hour – $150/hour for a qualified technician.
AC Unit Replacement Cost by Home Size
Below is a chart calculating the national average cost to replace a central air conditioning unit according to the square footage of a home
- AC Unit for 1,200 Sq. Ft. Home: $2,205
- AC Unit for 1,500 Sq. Ft. Home: $3,423
- AC Unit for 2,000 Sq. Ft. Home: $3,440
- AC Unit for 2,500 Sq. Ft. Home: $3,928
- AC Unit for 3,000 Sq. Ft. Home: $4,671
- AC Unit for 4,000 Sq. Ft Home: $5,230
AC cost does not include installation, which will be between $90/hour – $150/hour for a qualified technician. For exact pricing, please request to compare quotes from HVAC companies near you.
An Alexandria, VA AC company can replace your entire AC unit or just the outside unit. AC brands like Trane, Rheem, and Carrier typically are fairly close in their price points. This guide helps with
Central AC Replacement Cost
A/C Repair Costs
HVAC Replacement Prices
Best A/C Replacement Companies in Alexandria, VA
Frosty’s Heating & Cooling, Inc.
3013 Colvin St, Alexandria, VA 22314
6426 Richmond Hwy, Alexandria, VA 22306
Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air Inc.
1727 King St Suite 123, Alexandria, VA 22314
5740 General Washington Dr, Alexandria, VA 22312
The Climate in Alexandria, VA Impacts Heating & A/C Units
In the summer, it can get extremely hot in Alexandria. The city is known for its humid subtropical climate which means that days are very warm and muggy but winters are mild to cool on average.
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