Quick Answer

Furnace/HVAC Replacement Cost in Jacksonville (2026)

Average cost in Jacksonville

$10,431avg

$5,800 – $15,000

$3 – $6 per sq ft

In Jacksonville, the average is $10,431 and most projects cost between $5,800 and $15,000, or about $3 – $6 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.

+9% YoY
9 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Florida

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Equipment

Condenser, air handler, or furnace unit

$3,500 – $9,000

60%

Labor

Installation, testing, and refrigerant charging

$1,500 – $3,500

25%

Ductwork & Materials

Minor repairs, line sets, and insulation

$500 – $2,000

12%

Permits & Disposal

JAXEPICS fees and old unit recycling

$180 – $500

3%

🧾Sales Tax (6%) — Florida
Base cost + $626 tax$11,057

Sales Tax at 6%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Furnace or AC unit
  • Thermostat
  • Basic ductwork connections
  • Refrigerant
  • Labor & installation
  • Old unit disposal

Typically Excludes

  • Full ductwork replacement
  • Zoning systems
  • Smart home integration
  • Permits & inspections
  • Humidifier or air purifier

Based on a standard 2,000 sq ft home with existing ductwork.

🧮Estimate your project

Live
sq ft
System Type
Efficiency
Ductwork

Your estimate in Jacksonville

$10,431

Likely range $5,800 – $15,001

  • Equipment60%$6,259
  • Labor25%$2,608
  • Ductwork & Materials12%$1,252
  • Permits & Disposal3%$313

Furnace only

$10,431

AC only

$11,402

Furnace + AC

$16,257

Heat pump (full system)

$20,142

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Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Jacksonville. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$9,569

Today

$10,431

Furnace/HVAC Replacement in Jacksonville is ↑ 9.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $861 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top HVAC Replace Contractors in Jacksonville

Verified providers
🔨

Avalon Heating and Air +Electrical services

9585 Sunbeam Center Dr, Jacksonville, FL 32257, USA

5.0
★★★★★

1,979 reviews

🔨

Willman Air

13140 Tamarisk Ct, Jacksonville, FL 32246, USA

5.0
★★★★★

832 reviews

🔨

J&W Heating and Air & Plumbing

5011 Sunbeam Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32257, USA

4.9
★★★★½

6,079 reviews

🔨

Hammond Heating & Air Conditioning

3412 Galilee Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32207, USA

4.9
★★★★½

1,236 reviews

🔨

Snyder Air Conditioning, Plumbing & Electric

3401 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32216, USA

4.9
★★★★½

13,763 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

❓Common Questions

Yes, JEA currently offers a $200 rebate for ENERGY STAR certified HVAC systems. Additionally, while the federal 25C tax credit expired at the end of 2025, some manufacturers offer private rebates ranging from $500 to $1,200 for high-efficiency inverter systems.

Mechanical permits in Duval County typically range from $130 to $280 when processed through the JAXEPICS system. Fees are often calculated based on the project valuation, approximately $7 per $1,000 of the contract value, with a minimum fee of $60.

Prices have risen approximately 9-12% year-over-year due to the EPA-mandated phase-out of R-410A refrigerant. New systems using R-454B or R-32 refrigerants require redesigned components and specialized sensors, adding roughly $800 to $1,500 to the equipment cost.

Due to Jacksonville's location in ASHRAE Climate Zone 2A, systems run for approximately 2,800 cooling degree days annually. This high demand, combined with salt-air corrosion in coastal areas like Jacksonville Beach, results in an average lifespan of 10-12 years, compared to the national average of 15 years.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 1 months ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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