Mechanical and Utility Cost Calculators
Mechanical and utility projects can involve diagnostics, equipment sizing, permits, utility coordination, electrical work, and code updates. Start with a planning range, then ask licensed contractors to quote the same assumptions.
Cost calculators
HVAC replacement
Estimate central AC, furnace, heat pump, or full HVAC replacement costs by system type and home size.
$6,500 - $18,500 HVACCentral AC replacement
Estimate central air conditioner replacement costs by home size, equipment scope, SEER2 efficiency, duct condition, line-set work, and installation access before comparing HVAC bids.
$4,500 - $14,500 HVACAC repair
Estimate central air conditioner repair costs by repair type, system age, urgency, access, and warranty status before calling HVAC contractors.
$250 - $2,400 HVACFurnace repair
Estimate gas, electric, propane, or high-efficiency furnace repair costs by failed part, system age, urgency, access, and warranty status before calling HVAC contractors.
$200 - $1,800 HVACFurnace replacement
Estimate furnace replacement costs by heated area, furnace type, efficiency, duct or venting changes, access, and removal scope before calling HVAC contractors.
$3,500 - $10,500 HVACBoiler replacement
Estimate boiler replacement costs by home size and heat load, boiler type, fuel and AFUE efficiency, radiator or hydronic distribution, venting, piping, controls, removal, permits, and timing before comparing HVAC contractor bids.
$4,200 - $16,500 HVACHeat pump replacement
Estimate heat pump replacement costs by home size, system type, efficiency tier, ductwork, electrical scope, and installation access before comparing HVAC bids.
$6,500 - $18,000 HVACMini split installation
Estimate ductless mini split installation costs by zone count, system type, indoor head style, line routing, electrical scope, and cold-climate efficiency before comparing HVAC bids.
$2,500 - $18,000 HVACDuctwork replacement
Estimate ductwork replacement or installation costs by home size, replacement scope, attic or crawl-space access, duct material, airflow design, air balancing, and hazard or finish repairs before comparing HVAC bids.
$1,400 - $6,600 SolarSolar panels
Estimate residential solar panel installation costs by system size, roof complexity, equipment tier, and battery storage.
$19,000 - $32,000 PlumbingWater heater replacement
Estimate water heater replacement costs by system type, tank size, fuel source, installation access, and code upgrades.
$1,200 - $6,500 PlumbingTankless water heater
Estimate tankless water heater installation costs by hot water demand, fuel and unit type, retrofit complexity, venting or electrical work, water quality, permits, rebates, and timing before comparing plumber bids.
$1,400 - $7,200 InsulationInsulation installation
Estimate insulation installation costs for attics, walls, crawlspaces, or whole-home upgrades before requesting bids.
$1,800 - $9,800 ElectricalElectrical panel upgrade
Estimate electrical panel upgrade costs by amperage, panel condition, service entrance work, permit needs, and add-on circuits.
$2,200 - $9,500 ElectricalEV charger installation
Estimate home EV charger installation costs by charger power, panel capacity, wiring distance, parking location, connection type, permits, and rebate timing before comparing electrician bids.
$900 - $4,200 ElectricalGenerator installation
Estimate standby generator installation costs by backup scope, generator size, transfer switch, fuel connection, site work, permits, and maintenance plan before comparing electrician bids.
$4,500 - $18,000Project supplies
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Project supply checklist
Price-check related supplies, parts, fixtures, tools, and materials before reviewing bids.
View supply checklistQuote comparison worksheets
- HVAC replacement worksheet Compare bids for hvac replacement with the same scope and assumptions.
- Central AC replacement worksheet Compare bids for central ac replacement with the same scope and assumptions.
- AC repair worksheet Compare bids for ac repair with the same scope and assumptions.
- Furnace repair worksheet Compare bids for furnace repair with the same scope and assumptions.
- Furnace replacement worksheet Compare bids for furnace replacement with the same scope and assumptions.
- Boiler replacement worksheet Compare bids for boiler replacement with the same scope and assumptions.
- Heat pump replacement worksheet Compare bids for heat pump replacement with the same scope and assumptions.
- Mini split installation worksheet Compare bids for mini split installation with the same scope and assumptions.
- Ductwork replacement worksheet Compare bids for ductwork replacement with the same scope and assumptions.
- Solar panels worksheet Compare bids for solar panels with the same scope and assumptions.
- Water heater replacement worksheet Compare bids for water heater replacement with the same scope and assumptions.
- Tankless water heater worksheet Compare bids for tankless water heater with the same scope and assumptions.
- Insulation installation worksheet Compare bids for insulation installation with the same scope and assumptions.
- Electrical panel upgrade worksheet Compare bids for electrical panel upgrade with the same scope and assumptions.
- EV charger installation worksheet Compare bids for ev charger installation with the same scope and assumptions.
- Generator installation worksheet Compare bids for generator installation with the same scope and assumptions.
Common questions
Which mechanical and utility costs should I compare first?
Start with hvac replacement, central ac replacement, ac repair, furnace repair, furnace replacement, boiler replacement, heat pump replacement, mini split installation, ductwork replacement, solar panels, water heater replacement, tankless water heater, insulation installation, electrical panel upgrade, ev charger installation, and generator installation calculators when the project scope overlaps.
Why can mechanical and utility costs change between bids?
Mechanical and utility projects can involve diagnostics, equipment sizing, permits, utility coordination, electrical work, and code updates. Start with a planning range, then ask licensed contractors to quote the same assumptions. Keep the same scope, assumptions, and exclusions in front of each contractor before comparing totals.
What should I do after checking these mechanical and utility costs?
Open the related quote comparison worksheets, list the same assumptions for each bid, and confirm included work, exclusions, schedule, warranty, and cleanup before choosing a contractor.