How Much Does Air Conditioning Service Cost?
Not only does air conditioning keep you comfortable, it’s also vital to your health when we’re here in the dog days of summer. As a result, when the cold air suddenly isn’t blowing or your AC won’t start up at all, you’re don’t have time to shop around for a few days.
When your AC breaks down in the heat of the summer, you may not have time to call around for different quotes or research what you can expect to pay. Not having an idea how much you can expect to pay when the air conditioner service expert shows up can be unnerving, so we’re here with some price ranges on some basic services so you won’t be surprised when Rob's Albertan Service Experts comes to get you cooling 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 it requires a leak test, and what exactly needs to be repaired, an average refrigerant leak detection and repair can cost you anywhere from $150 to $500 depending on the technician’s accessibility of the leak. If you’re feeling uneasy, you can ask your air conditioning repair technician to guide you through his or her process and review their findings.
AC Circuit Board Replacement
There are times when the issue may be beyond the AC equipment itself and the circuit board may need to be replaced. Depending on your AC make and model, a new circuit board for your AC could cost anywhere from $450 to $1300.
Thermostat Replacement
If you’re thinking about replacing your home’s thermostat, a smart wifi thermostat will typically cost more than a traditional thermostat. Depending on what kind of thermostat you go with, you’re looking at anywhere between $200 and $550 to install a new one. Luckily, the latest thermostats may pay back their purchase price in energy management savings, provided they are programmed correctly.
Capacitor or Contactor Replacement
If your air conditioner is still only a couple years old or you decide to repair your older equipment instead of purchasing an energy-efficient AC upgrade, a capacitor will typically cost $250 to $350 and a contractor can run a little lower, ranging from $150 – $350. These repairs are some of the most standard for your air conditioner.
AC Fan Motor Replacement
Again, it’s always important to consider the pros and cons of choosing to repair your current air conditioning equipment versus investing in an upgraded, more energy-efficient AC system. If replacing the fan motor is the better choice for you, a fan motor replacement might cost between $500 and $1200.
NOTE: Part repair under warranty
A common confusion is that if there is a part that needs to be replaced, that it is covered under the manufacturer’s equipment warranty; however, there are several additional costs that may not be covered through the warranty that will be your out-of-pocket costs. Even with common repairs, for example, a capacitor replacement, the HVAC contractor still has to process this warranty through the manufacturer so they can receive the credit on the part. Also, all manufacturers demand the contractor to hold the part for two to four months and may require the contractor return the failed part at the contractor’s cost. Larger repairs, like a compressor, are encompassed in this process but these bigger repairs have additional supplies and materials required (i.e. refrigerant, copper fittings, etc.) that are not covered by the Original Equipment Manufacturer warranty. If you don’t have a labour warranty you will continuously have to pay out-of-pocket for the technician’s labour.
Some of our Membership Plans have parts and labour coverage that functions with the manufacturer’s warranty to protect you from sudden repair costs.
Keep in mind that these costs are estimates and costs can increase or decrease depending on the climate of your city, the particular issues with your system, the age of your air conditioner, and whether or not you’ve been having yearly maintenance to maintain the AC’s health and your manufacturer’s warranty. If your AC is pretty much dead and replacement is looking more likely, take a moment to review our air conditioner pricing guide.
If you would like more information or ever need expert air conditioning repair, call Rob's Albertan Service Experts 24/7/365.
