HVAC Installation & Replacement

Efficient Heating and Cooling for Your Home

HVAC system upgrades in LA run $12,000-$18,000 for standard split-system replacements, $20,000-$32,000 for high-efficiency systems, and $35,000-$55,000 for heat pump systems with new ductwork. Federal 25C credit covers 30% of heat pump costs up to $2,000/year through 2032. TECH Clean California rebates layer on top for qualifying heat-pump installs. Most retrofits complete in 2-5 days; full duct-replacement adds 3-7 days.

Manual J load calculation is required for proper sizing in California; oversized systems waste energy and short-cycle. Older homes often had oversized HVAC installed by contractors who used rule-of-thumb sizing, so a properly sized replacement is usually smaller than the existing unit. Trusted brands: Carrier, Lennox, Trane. Ductwork is often the hidden cost: replacing or repairing old ducts can add $3,000-$8,000 to a system replacement project. Cost variance comes from system type (heat pump default for LA's climate; gas furnace only when ductwork or panel constraints make it the right call), system size (oversized HVAC short-cycles, fails to dehumidify, and wears out years early), ductwork condition (most retrofits leak 20-30% of conditioned air into the attic; sealing and balancing the existing ducts under the same job recovers most of the lost capacity), zoning (single-zone is simplest, multi-zone adds $2,000-$5,000 per additional zone), and panel readiness for an electric heat pump. We pull the permit under license #1131088 with the licensed HVAC specialty sub. 2-year workmanship warranty.

Pricing Tiers

Pricing reflects typical projects in the Los Angeles area as of 2026. Actual quotes vary by site conditions, material lead times, permit requirements, access constraints, and the scope of any structural or substrate repairs uncovered during demolition. We provide a written, itemized estimate only after an on-site walkthrough. License #1131088, 2-year workmanship warranty on every project, in writing.

All prices are estimates. Actual costs vary based on project scope, site conditions, material selections, and permit requirements. Contact us for a personalized quote.