How Much Does Central AC Replacement Cost In Escondido, CA?
Given a 1500 – 3000 square foot home, the average cost to replace a Central A/C unit in Escondido, CA will be between $4,530 – $12,450. 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 Escondido, CA, 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 | $1,920 – $2,132 | |
| 2 Tons | 24,000 BTU | $2,718 – $2,904 | |
| 2.5 Tons | 30000 BTU | $2,840 – $3,009 | |
| 3 Tons | 36000 BTU | $2,907 – $3,200 | |
| 3.5 Tons | 42000 BTU | $3,330 – $3,623 | |
| 4 Tons | 48000 BTU | $3,658 – $3,750 | |
| 5 Tons | 60000 BTU | $3,744 – $3,805 |
*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: $2,248
- AC Unit for 1,500 Sq. Ft. Home: $3,422
- AC Unit for 2,000 Sq. Ft. Home: $3,418
- AC Unit for 2,500 Sq. Ft. Home: $3,909
- AC Unit for 3,000 Sq. Ft. Home: $4,707
- AC Unit for 4,000 Sq. Ft Home: $5,200
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 Escondido, CA 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 Escondido, CA
My Guy Heating & Air
934 S Andreasen Dr Suite H, Escondido, CA 92029
820 S Orange St, Escondido, CA 92025
West Coast Heating, Air Conditioning and Solar
1436 S Upas St, Escondido, CA 92025
530 Opper St, Escondido, CA 92029
The Climate in Escondido, CA Impacts Heating & A/C Units
Escondido has a hot-summer Mediterranean climate. Its hot summers will make you feel like you’re on vacation, but its cool winters make it easy for all to enjoy.
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