Any HVAC Guys Out There ?

Coz77 · 11-11-2008, 09:00 AM

Hi guys...I'm doing a cost analysis and thinking about purchasing a new home. From your experience what would it cost to replace an 50yr old gas furnace and bring in a new one using all existing duct work?

I know its tough to say but im just looking for a rough estimate.

Any info is appreciated.

dunng · 11-11-2008, 09:07 AM

$4,000 or so depending upon many factors...

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dunng · 11-11-2008, 09:20 AM

Oh, mine included AC as well as new duct work but it was done by a tech I know on the side...
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shilala · 11-11-2008, 10:32 AM

Probably around 3k to replace the furnace and do the associated plenum work.
It's a pretty heavy markup because there tons of dicking around time involved. The old furnace will probably come out and the new one will go in in a day, but it'll likely take two guys and shop support.
I used to put furnaces in on my weekends for 400 bucks plus cost.
My buddy just got a price yesterday for a direct replacement and it was $2700.

St. Lou Stu · 11-11-2008, 10:49 AM

Just did ours a year ago. Very similar situation.

Heater/A-Coil with plenum work was $3,000. (Included a 100,000BTU 92% AFUE Upflow Furnace and 3.5 Ton coil)

Outside A/C unit was replaced too. It was a 14 SEER 3.5 Ton unit. $2000 installed.

We had quotes as high as $10,000 for the same work from different places. SHOP AROUND.
Just make sure you're doing an apples to apples comparison.

Coz77 · 11-11-2008, 10:59 AM

Thanks for the replys guys

Much appreciated.

11-11-2008, 09:00 AM	#1
Coz77 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: NY Posts: 307 Trading: (1)	Any HVAC Guys Out There ? Hi guys...I'm doing a cost analysis and thinking about purchasing a new home. From your experience what would it cost to replace an 50yr old gas furnace and bring in a new one using all existing duct work? I know its tough to say but im just looking for a rough estimate. Any info is appreciated.

11-11-2008, 09:07 AM	#2
dunng MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: MassHole Posts: 4,719 Trading: (59)	Re: Any HVAC Guys Out There ? $4,000 or so depending upon many factors... Posted via Mobile Device

11-11-2008, 09:20 AM	#3
dunng MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: MassHole Posts: 4,719 Trading: (59)	Re: Any HVAC Guys Out There ? Oh, mine included AC as well as new duct work but it was done by a tech I know on the side... Posted via Mobile Device

11-11-2008, 10:32 AM	#4
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Any HVAC Guys Out There ? Probably around 3k to replace the furnace and do the associated plenum work. It's a pretty heavy markup because there tons of dicking around time involved. The old furnace will probably come out and the new one will go in in a day, but it'll likely take two guys and shop support. I used to put furnaces in on my weekends for 400 bucks plus cost. My buddy just got a price yesterday for a direct replacement and it was $2700.

11-11-2008, 10:49 AM	#5
St. Lou Stu Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Belleville, IL (St. Louis) Posts: 2,304 Trading: (21)	Re: Any HVAC Guys Out There ? Just did ours a year ago. Very similar situation. Heater/A-Coil with plenum work was $3,000. (Included a 100,000BTU 92% AFUE Upflow Furnace and 3.5 Ton coil) Outside A/C unit was replaced too. It was a 14 SEER 3.5 Ton unit. $2000 installed. We had quotes as high as $10,000 for the same work from different places. SHOP AROUND. Just make sure you're doing an apples to apples comparison. __________________ Pretending to play golf since 1989

11-11-2008, 10:59 AM	#6
Coz77 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: NY Posts: 307 Trading: (1)	Re: Any HVAC Guys Out There ? Thanks for the replys guys Much appreciated.