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Most HVAC work in Los Angeles lands between $95 and $235 for a tune-up, $175 to $765 for AC repair, $175 to $825 for furnace repair, and $4,130 to $8,850 for a full AC installation. A standard spring tune-up is the cheapest way in, and a full system replacement is the biggest single expense most homeowners will face. Below, we break down what each service actually costs across Los Angeles, what pushes a job toward the top of the range, and how to keep the number down without cutting corners.
We’re Meadowsweet Heating & Air, an independently owned location within the Cedarwell family of HVAC companies, founded in 2004. Every job we run follows the Cedarwell Care Promise, which means a written price before any work starts and a 365-Day Done Right Promise behind it.
Key Takeaways
- AC repair in Los Angeles: $175-$765, depending on the failed part and system age.
- Furnace repair: $175-$825.
- AC installation: $4,130-$8,850, with a live person answering the phone 24/7 to talk through options.
- Tune-up: $95-$235, the lowest-cost way to head off a summer breakdown.
- Every visit includes a written price, shoe covers, drop cloths, and a photo of the clean-up before we leave.
HVAC Cost Breakdown (2026)
These are the ranges we quote most often in Los Angeles. Your exact price depends on the system, the part, and how accessible the equipment is, but the spread below covers the typical homeowner.
| Service | Typical LA Range | What’s Usually Involved |
|---|---|---|
| Tune-up / maintenance | $95-$235 | Coil cleaning, filter check, refrigerant and capacitor check, airflow test |
| AC repair | $175-$765 | Diagnostic, part replacement (capacitor, contactor, blower motor, refrigerant charge) |
| Furnace repair | $175-$825 | Igniter, flame sensor, inducer motor, control board, gas valve work |
| AC installation | $4,130-$8,850 | New condenser, coil, line set, removal and haul-away of old equipment, commissioning |
What moves a job up or down? On repairs, the biggest swing is which part failed. A capacitor swap sits near the bottom of the range; a blower motor or a refrigerant leak that needs recovery and recharge pushes toward the top. On installation, size matters most: a 3-ton system for a 1,500-square-foot San Fernando Valley home costs meaningfully less than a 5-ton system for a larger two-story house. Duct condition, attic or rooftop access, and whether your electrical panel can handle the new equipment all shift the number too. And in older Los Angeles homes, we sometimes find the ductwork needs attention before the new unit goes in, which we’ll flag in the written price before anything starts.
What Affects HVAC Pricing in Los Angeles
- System size. Tonnage is sized to your square footage and the heat load on the house. A bigger system costs more in equipment and labor, and in Los Angeles, west-facing homes with lots of afternoon sun often need one size up.
- Refrigerant type. Older systems running R-22 cost more to service because that refrigerant is phased out and expensive. Newer R-410A and R-32 systems are cheaper to maintain.
- Access and location. A condenser on a flat roof, a tight attic crawlspace, or a unit boxed in by landscaping adds labor. In neighborhoods like Silver Lake, where hillside homes and narrow lots are common, access can be the single biggest factor.
- Seasonal demand. Los Angeles HVAC pricing is highest in July through September, when every crew is booked. Scheduling a tune-up in spring or a replacement in late fall usually costs less and gets you a better slot.
- Duct condition. Leaky or undersized ducts in older homes (common in pre-1970s housing stock) can add to an install if they need sealing or replacement.
- Permits and code. A full system change-out in Los Angeles typically requires a permit and a code-compliant disconnect and drain pan. This is a real line item, not a surprise – we list it in the written price.
If you’re comparing options across the city, our team is glad to walk through our HVAC services in Los Angeles and put a written price in front of you before any work begins.
How to Save on HVAC
The cheapest HVAC problem in Los Angeles is the one you catch early. A few habits make a real difference:
- Book a tune-up before the heat. A $95-$235 spring tune-up often catches a failing capacitor or a dirty coil before it turns into a $600 repair in August.
- Change your filter monthly in summer. The dust and pollen in the LA basin clog filters fast, and a dirty filter makes the system work harder and wear out sooner.
- Ask about repair versus replace. If your system is over 12 to 15 years old and the repair is more than a third of a new install, replacement usually wins on cost over the next few years. We’ll give you both numbers in writing so you can decide without pressure.
- Schedule in the off-season. Late fall and winter are the quiet months for AC work in Los Angeles. You’ll often get a faster appointment and more flexibility.
- Get a written price before work starts. This is standard for us, but not for everyone. A written price protects you from the “we found something else” call halfway through the job.
Estimates are free, and a live person answers the phone 24 hours a day. Call (747) 966-3037 to get your written price.
FAQs - HVAC Cost
How much does AC repair cost in Los Angeles?
AC repair in Los Angeles runs $175-$765. A simple capacitor or contactor replacement sits near the low end; a blower motor, control board, or refrigerant leak repair sits near the high end. The diagnostic comes first, and you’ll get a written price before we touch anything. Call (747) 966-3037 for an exact quote – estimates are free.
How much does AC installation cost in Los Angeles?
A full AC installation in Los Angeles runs $4,130-$8,850. That covers the condenser, coil, line set, removal and haul-away of the old equipment, and commissioning, plus permits where required. System size, duct condition, and equipment brand are the main variables. Call (747) 966-3037 and we’ll put a written number together for your home.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace my AC in Los Angeles?
Repair is cheaper in the short run if your system is under 10 years old and the fix is under about a third of replacement cost. Replace if the system is 12 to 15 years or older, uses phased-out R-22 refrigerant, or has had repeat failures. In Los Angeles, where systems run hard from June through October, a 15-year-old unit is usually near the end of its useful life. We’ll quote both so you can compare dollars side by side – call (747) 966-3037.
How much does a furnace tune-up or repair cost in Los Angeles?
Furnace repair runs $175-$825, and a standard tune-up runs $95-$235. Most LA furnace issues we see are igniters, flame sensors, and inducer motors. Since furnace work involves gas and combustion, it’s not a job for a homeowner to open up – a trained technician should handle it. Call (747) 966-3037 to schedule.
Can you come out the same day?
Often yes, depending on the day and the season. Summer and early fall are our busiest months in Los Angeles, so same-day slots fill fast. A live person answers every call, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – nights, weekends, and holidays included, with no voicemail queue. Call (747) 966-3037 and we’ll tell you what’s open.
Why Families in Los Angeles Call Meadowsweet
We know HVAC pricing can feel like a black box. Our answer is the Cedarwell Care Promise: a written price before any work starts, background-checked technicians in uniform who follow the C.A.R.E. values code, and shoe covers and drop cloths on every visit. We clean up like it’s our own home, ask before we move anything, respect your family’s quiet hours, and explain the price before the work. When we’re done, we send you a photo of the clean-up before the crew leaves – included on every job, not an upsell. That matters when you’ve got kids napping, a dog underfoot, or floors you just had refinished.
We service nine leading equipment brands – Carrier, Trane, Lennox, Goodman, Rheem, York, Daikin, Bryant, and American Standard – so we can repair what you have and install what fits, without steering you toward one brand. And every job is backed by the 365-Day Done Right Promise: if it’s not done right, we make it right. No runarounds, no fine print.
If you’re ready for a straight answer on price, call (747) 966-3037. A live person will pick up, we’ll schedule a free estimate, and you’ll have a written number in hand before any work starts. Led by Luis Serrano, our team has been part of the Cedarwell family of HVAC companies since 2004, and we’re proud to serve Los Angeles homeowners who want their house left the way they’d leave it themselves.
Written by Luis Serrano, Owner at Meadowsweet Heating & Air, serving Los Angeles since 2004.
Pricing reflects the Los Angeles market as of 2026. Meadowsweet Heating & Air offers free estimates – call (747) 966-3037.
What Our Customers Say
"Comfortable in every room now, and not a trace that a crew had been here. Booties, drop cloths, the works. They even wiped down the thermostat they'd handled. Really considerate."
- Lamar Finch"New system install. They protected the hallway floor all the way to the attic and vacuumed after. Worked quietly around my work calls. Not a trace left behind."
- Rosalind Okeke"AC repair in July. The tech laid a mat down by the indoor unit and wore booties through the house. Fixed it fast and left zero mess. Quiet and kind, good with our nervous dog too."
- Delia Frost