Few people know the actual air conditioning repair costs, meaning that HVAC contractors can quote any amount they see fit, whether justified or not. The discerning homeowner, however, knows how much it will cost to carry out different types of repairs on an air conditioning system. It is important to note that service charges may vary from one contractor to the next, but replacement costs should be the same because most air conditioner parts are sourced from the same manufacturer. Depending on the type of AC machine you have in your home or office, the repair costs may be as follows:
- You can expect to spend between $225 – $1,600 to repair the AC machine if it has a refrigerant leakage problem.
- If the condensing fan motor in the outdoor unit is faulty, you can expect to spend between $200 – $625.
- Faulty fuses, breakers and relays may cost you as much as $295, but some contractors will not transfer the almost-negligible cost of procuring these parts to you.
- If your thermostat needs to be replaced, you can expect to spend between $80 – $270, depending on the make and model.
- Power pack kits/hard start kits are available at a cost of $250 – $500.
- Flushing or repairing the condensate drain line may cost up to $250, but this can also be done free of charge by your regular HVAC contractor.
- Recharging the refrigerant in your AC costs between $160 – $400, depending on the type and volume among other things.
- The cost of repairing or replacing damaged contactors and capacitors ranges from $110 – $400.
- Repairs on control circuit boards cost around $120 – $590.
- Condensate pump replacement will cost you between $80 – $250.
- Uncased and cased evaporator coils cost around $425, but some models may cost as much as $900.
- Replacing the whole condensing unit coil will cost you between $1,600 – $2,300.
These are the air conditioning repair costs that are often quoted by the vast majority of HVAC companies. They may vary from one region to the next. The size and design of the cooling system together with the make and model of the AC unit as well as the extent of the damage may affect repair costs.